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Tom Papia

My name is Tom. I am a food lover who has been cooking since I was a little kid. I am first generation Italian American. I have been cooking for about 30 years, dating back to the first time I helped my mom make Sunday dinner.
Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs Recipe

Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe: A 2 hour and 35 Minute Recipe

December 4, 2024June 28, 2021 Tom Papia

Honey mustard chicken. Chicken thighs marinated in a cinnamon honey mustard sauce and grilled to perfection.

Categories Chicken Tags BBQ, Chicken, Cinnamon, Honey, Mustard
barbecue chicken bites served with a side of green beans

Quick and Easy Barbecue Chicken Bites: A 30 Minute Recipe

December 3, 2024June 21, 2021 Tom Papia

Barbecue Chicken Bites. Boneless chicken breast cut into bite sized pieces and sautéed with onions and barbeque sauce.

Categories Chicken, Appetizer Tags BBQ, Chicken, Onions
chicken with sun dried tomatoes

Chicken with Sun Dried Tomatoes: A 22 Minute Recipe

January 16, 2026June 14, 2021 Tom Papia

Chicken with Sun Dried Tomatoes. Boneless chicken breasts cut into strips and sautéed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes.

Categories Chicken, Italian, Italian Chicken Recipes Tags Chicken, Garlic, Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Tortellini Salad Recipe

20 Minute Tortellini Salad: A Quick and Simple Recipe

January 16, 2026June 7, 2021 Tom Papia

15 Minute Tortellini Salad. Tortellini mixed with sun dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and red onions and seasoned with red wine and balsamic vinegar and served cold.

Categories Pasta, Italian, Italian Salads, Vegetarian Tags Appetizer, Italian, Olives, Onions, Pasta, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Vegetarian, Vinegar
Vegetarian Three Bean Stew Recipe

Vegetarian Three Bean Stew

January 3, 2026May 24, 2021 Tom Papia

Vegetarian Three Bean Stew. Navy, pinto, and kidney beans simmered with garlic, onions, bell peppers, carrots, diced tomatoes, and chili powder. A healthy, filling, and delicious vegetarian dish.

Categories Vegetarian, Side Dish Tags Carrots, Diced tomatoes, Garlic, Kidney Beans, Onions, Peppers
Baked Shrimp Scampi: Feature Image

Easy Baked Shrimp Scampi: A 35 Minute Recipe

November 21, 2025May 17, 2021 Tom Papia

Baked shrimp scampi. Breaded shrimp, baked in a garlic butter sauce. Garlicky, buttery, and full of flavor. 

Categories Seafood, Italian, Italian Seafood Recipes Tags Butter, Garlic, Seafood, Shrimp
Quick Pork Stir Fry Recipe

Pork Stir Fry Recipe: A Quick and Easy Dish

July 2, 2025May 10, 2021 Tom Papia

Pork Stir Fry Recipe. Boneless pork pieces sautéed in oil with broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower, and mixed with stir fry sauce.

Categories Pork, Stir Fry Tags Broccoli, Carrots, Cauliflower, cruciferous vegetables, Pork, Stir Fry
Gnocchi and Broccoli Recipe

Gnocchi and Broccoli: A 30 Minute Recipe

November 21, 2025May 3, 2021 Tom Papia

Gnocchi and Broccoli. Gnocchi sautéed in extra virgin olive oil with garlic and broccoli. Served with a sprinkle of grated cheese.

Categories Side Dish, Italian, Italian Pasta Recipes Tags Broccoli, cruciferous vegetables, Garlic, Gnocchi, Grated Cheese, Italian
Southwestern Shrimp with Zucchini

Southwestern Shrimp with Zucchini: An Easy 20 Minute Recipe

December 2, 2024April 26, 2021 Tom Papia

Southwestern Shrimp with zucchini. Shrimp seasoned with chili powder and pan seared with butter and lemon. Served with a side of sautéed zucchini. 

Categories Seafood Tags Butter, Garlic, Lemon, Shrimp, Zucchini
Southwestern Pork Chops Dinner Recipe

Southwestern Pork Chops: An Easy One-Pan Dinner Recipe

March 28, 2025April 19, 2021 Tom Papia

Southwestern Pork Chops. Pork chops seasoned with chili powder, pan seared, and sautéed with black beans, diced tomatoes, garlic, and onions. 

Categories Pork Tags Black Beans, Diced tomatoes, Garlic, Onions, Pork Chops
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