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Fuss-free, flavorful recipes for every occasion.

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Chocolate Covered Raspberry Chia Pudding

I have come to love a chia pudding for an afternoon snack and let me tell you, this recipe has quickly secured it’s way to favorite status. This dreamy little flavor duo of creamy rich chocolate and juicy, sweet raspberry is exactly what you need to level up your snack game.

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High-Protein Sausage, Spinach and Cheddar Egg Bites

These meal prep friendly high protein egg bites are a slam dunk for your on-the-go morning routine! I have made these countless times for clients and myself. An elite combo: sausage and cheese amped up with cottage cheese for added protein and spinach for some greens! Do yourself a favor and make a batch!

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Black Eyed Pea Hummus with Pimiento Relish

I've been making this black-eyed pea hummus every New Year's Eve for the last 3 years and it's always a hit. An ideal way to get those black eyed peas in (which you must!!) and doubles as a great healthy option to keep snacking on in the week ahead! I hope it brings you and yours all the luck this coming year!

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Cranberry Gingersnap Cheesecake Parfaits

I am ALL about a make-ahead dish when it comes to all the holiday festivities and hosting and you cannot go wrong with these incredibly delicious cranberry gingersnap cheesecake parfaits! So do yourself a favor and whip up these insanely flavorful and fun parfaits for your next event!

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Winter Farro Salad

This is my most requested fall/winter catering recipes and a total crowd-pleaser! Inspired by one of my favorite salads of all time, the famous Charlie Bird farro salad, this is my winter-take with juicy pomegranate, fresh mint, toasted hazelnut, creamy feta and apple cider vinaigrette.

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Herby Italian Sausage + Fennel Stuffing

Stuffing is always the first thing I reach for at the Thanksgiving table and I'm sharing my favorite way to make it! This easy recipe with Italian sausage, fresh herbs and buttery fennel is full of flavor and the perfect addition to your Turkey day spread.

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High-Protein Potato Basil Egg Bites

There’s nothing I love more for an on-the-go, high protein breakfast than egg bites and I’m absolutely obsessed with how delicious, moist and flavorful these turned out! Fresh basil, crisped potatoes, creamy cottage cheese and silky gruyere make for an epic flavor combo to start your day right!

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Banana (Chia) Pudding

There’s something so nostalgic about banana pudding. My favorite way to eat it growing up was with Nilla wafers layered in to add a crunchy sweet treat to sop up all that creamy, banana flavor! This is my healthier, gluten-free version, great for dessert or a nice afternoon snack!

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Pear Crostini with Honey + Thyme

I have not stopped thinking of these pear crostini since Lindsay and I made them last week and I cannot recommend these enough for your next gathering! So flavorful, so elegant and SO EASY. And an such a stunner to serve guests this holiday season!!

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About Elise

What Would Ina Do?

Hi there! I’m Elise, the foodie behind Coppedge Kitchen where I share my meal prep and recipes. Raised on the Barefoot Contessa, I fell in love with cooking for others, and in 2020, followed my signature mantra (What would Ina do?).

I took a leap of faith to quit my job in Finance for culinary school and quickly found my niche cooking balanced, nourishing meals for families in Dallas, TX-my hometown. 

I view food, not just as fuel, but something that brings others together. It’s my goal to make and share memorable, flavorful meals that are accessible and fun to make. I hope that by sharing my services and recipes with you, I’m able to bring you one step closer to those special moments around the table.