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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.
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Garlic Butter Tuna Steaks

April 15, 2026November 30, 2020 Tom Papia

Garlic Butter Tuna Steaks. Pan seared garlic butter tuna steaks served with sautéed spaghetti squash.

Categories Seafood Tags Butter, Featured, Garlic, Seafood
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Perfect and Easy 20 Minute Breakfast Potatoes

March 21, 2026November 27, 2020 Tom Papia

Perfect and Easy 20 Minute Breakfast Potatoes with sauteed onions. Thin sliced russet potatoes layered with onions and sauteed to perfection.

Categories Breakfast Tags Breakfast, Onions, Potatoes
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Pork Stir Fry with Baby Carrots

March 21, 2026November 23, 2020 Tom Papia

Pork Stir Fry with Baby Carrots and Snow Peas. Boneless pork loin cut into thin strips and sauteed with garlic and stir fry sauce and served with baby carrots and snow peas. 

Categories Pork Tags Broccoli, cruciferous vegetables, Garlic, Pork, Stir Fry
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Pasta with Green Beans and Garlic

February 1, 2026November 16, 2020 Tom Papia

Penne pasta with Green Beans and Garlic. Green beans sauteed in extra virgin olive oil with garlic and marinara sauce and combined with penne pasta.

Categories Vegetarian, Italian, Italian Pasta Recipes, Pasta Tags Garlic, Grated Cheese, Green beans, Marinara sauce, Pasta, Vegetarian
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Zucchini with Tomatoes and Garlic: A 30 Minute Recipe

January 30, 2026November 12, 2020 Tom Papia

Zucchini with Tomatoes and Garlic. Fresh zucchini sliced thin and sauteed in extra virgin olive oil with garlic, onions, and tomatoes.

Categories Side Dish, Appetizer, Italian, Italian Side Dishes Tags Diced tomatoes, Garlic, Onions, Zucchini
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Easy Garlic Turkey and Onions

March 21, 2026November 9, 2020 Tom Papia

Easy Garlic Turkey and Onions. Pan seared turkey breast finished in the oven and served with sautéed onions.

Categories Turkey Tags Butter, Garlic, Onions, Turkey
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Chicken and Sweet Potatoes

March 21, 2026October 12, 2020 Tom Papia

Savory Chicken and Sweet Potatoes. This version of the stir fry recipe includes sweet potatoes, broccoli, and onions. The is a quick and easy dinner to make on a week night. For a time savings I recommend prepping the broccoli the night before.

Categories Chicken Tags Broccoli, Chicken, cruciferous vegetables, Onions, Stir Fry, Sweet Potatoes, White Rice
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Simple Orange Chicken: A 35 Minute Recipe

October 12, 2024September 2, 2020 Tom Papia

Flavorful, juicy, and nutritious. Simple Sweet and Tangy Orange Chicken with bulgur wheat and green beans.

Categories Chicken Tags Bulgur wheat, Chicken, Green beans, Honey, Orange Juice
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Tender and Juicy Barbecue Chicken: A 45 Minute Recipe

March 28, 2025May 13, 2020 Tom Papia

Tender and Juicy Barbecue Chicken without the barbecue grill. This is the second iteration of the BBQ chicken recipe. In this version I decided to pair the chicken with a side of green beans and yellow rice.

Categories Chicken Tags BBQ, Chicken, Green beans, Yellow Rice
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Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables: A 30 Minute Recipe

July 7, 2023May 7, 2020 Tom Papia

Beef stir fry rice bowl with zucchini, peppers, and carrots. The is a quick and easy dinner to make on a week night. For a time savings I recommend prepping the vegetables the on the weekend, or the night before. Cut up all the vegetables and place them in the refrigerator until you are ready to make the dish.

Categories Beef Tags Beef, Carrots, Peppers, Stir Fry, Yellow Rice, Zucchini
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