Chef Alli

Chef Alli is a wife, mom and chef. She's been stirring up a love of farm fresh cooking for more than a decade.  To see more of Alli's recipes, go to www.chefalli.com.

  • Sheet Pan Dinner Success

    By Chef Alli on January 29, 2024

    Sheet pan meals are wonderful because you use one pan and they are pretty hands-off . You can easily orchestrate a wholesome and flavorful meal without much fuss at all. Here are five tips for...

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  • Guidelines for hosting

    By Chef Alli on November 20, 2023

      Planning to host but don’t know how much food to purchase and serve? Check out these guidelines to help you feel more prepared!  Starters  Plan on six pieces per person each hour prior to the...

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  • 4 Swedish Christmas Recipes Everyone Will Love

    By Chef Alli on November 6, 2023

    Hello friends,  It’s a Swedish Christmas! It’s time to come in from the cold and cozy up next to a roaring fire as you enjoy some Swedish favorites.  How about a steaming mug of glögg, or mulled...

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  • Caring for nonstick cookware

    By Chef Alli on October 23, 2023

    Guarding the slick finish on your nonstick cookware is important to keep it in good working order so it lasts.  Below are some essential tips that make cooking and cleaning quicker and easier,...

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  • 14 Kitchen Uses for Bar Keepers Friend

    By Chef Alli on October 23, 2023

    Bar Keepers Friend (BKF) is known as the miracle cleanser that can make your home sparkle from top to bottom.   The original version of BKF cleanser was in powder form and is still around today. Due...

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  • Essential Baking Pans Every Cook Needs

    By Chef Alli on September 18, 2023

    No matter your skill level as a cook, there are a few baking pans and casserole dishes that are must haves for every kitchen.  Below is a list of basic baking pans and dishes that benefit home cooks...

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  • 24 Uses for Velcro in the Kitchen

    By Chef Alli on July 17, 2023

    My family likes to tease me about all the things adhered to the side of my refrigerator via Velcro strips. But I find it to be the handiest thing in the world, so I don’t care what they say.  To me...

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  • 7 Plastic Container Cleaning Hacks

    By Chef Alli on July 17, 2023

    Try these tricks to quickly remove lingering odors and unsightly stains from your plastic food storage containers.  1. Bleach for Coffee and Tea For liquid stains that need a powerful cleanup, use...

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  • 15 Ways to Use Aluminum Foil

    By Chef Alli on June 8, 2023

    Aluminum foil can be used to cover, stabilize, line and protect. Here are 15 convenient uses for foil that can revolutionize your kitchen routines, plus a few clever household uses.  1. Create a...

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  • picnic recipes

    Pack These Dishes for Your Next Picnic

    By Chef Alli on May 3, 2023

    I’m betting it’s high time to gather your family and head to the great outdoors for an enjoyable picnic along with fun in the sun. A picnic is a great way to make memories! I’ve prepared some of my...

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