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Recipes you’ll wish you doubled
Tomato Butter Bucatini
This Tomato Butter Bucatini is what happens when comfort food decides to show off a little. Bucatini swirled through a glossy tomato butter sauce that’s rich, silky, and just tangy enough to keep things interesting, then topped with fresh basil and a creamy cloud of stracciatella that melts right into the pasta like it was always meant to be there.
It’s simple ingredients doing the absolute most in the best way. The butter smooths everything out, the tomatoes bring that sweet, slow-cooked vibe (even though it takes less than 30 minutes), and the stracciatella turns the whole bowl into something you’ll pretend you’re “just tasting” before accidentally finishing it. Perfect for nights when you want dinner to feel fun, a little indulgent, and way more exciting than another basic pasta situation.
Bottom of the Bottle Chili
Inspired by a recent getaway to Napa Valley, this Bottom of the Bottle Chili is what happens when wine country meets comfort food. Inspired by the idea that the last splash of a great bottle deserves better than the drain, this cozy, flavor-packed chili turns leftover red wine into the ultimate secret ingredient. Rich ground beef, hearty beans, warming spices, and a touch of cocoa powder create layers of flavor that taste like they've been simmering all day. It's unfussy, crowd-pleasing, and exactly the kind of one-pot meal you'll want on repeat throughout chili season. Pour yourself a glass, save a splash for the pot, and settle in.
Chicken Caesar Milanese
My absolute favorite new way to serve a Chicken Caesar: crispy milanese style chicken on crispy Caesar. YES, please. This Chicken Caesar Milanese recipe combines crispy chicken cutlets with a fresh, crunchy Caesar salad made with romaine, peppery radishes, juicy cherry tomatoes, and shaved Parmesan. Finished with a creamy Caesar dressing, it’s the perfect balance of comfort food and fresh flavors in every bite. Whether you’re looking for an easy chicken dinner or a restaurant-worthy Chicken Caesar salad to make at home, this recipe is one you’ll come back to again and again.
Honey BBQ Baked Beans
Looking for the perfect baked beans recipe to steal the show at your next cookout? These honey bbq baked beans are baked to perfection, combining the natural sweetness of golden honey with rich FOND demi-glace + bone broth for a side dish everyone will be talking about. Made with hearty pinto beans, crispy bacon, bell pepper and a bold homemade sauce, this easy baked beans recipe comes together in just one pot and feeds a crowd.
Whether you're serving them alongside pulled pork, grilled ribs, or classic burgers, these sweet and smoky baked beans are the ultimate summer BBQ side dish. They're just as delicious made ahead of time! Skip the canned stuff and try this homemade honey BBQ baked beans recipe that'll have everyone asking for seconds.
Honey Dijon Chicken Sliders
These honey djon chicken sliders are the kind of easy win you keep in your back pocket for basically everything—game day, busy weeknights, last-minute guests, or when you just want something really good without overthinking it.
We’re talking tender shredded chicken tossed in a creamy, sweet and tangy honey dijon sauce that hits that perfect balance of savory, sticky, and just a little zest. Pile it onto soft slider buns, and you’ve got bite-sized flavor bombs that disappear fast!
They’re simple, fast, and super customizable too. Throw on melted cheese, crunchy pickles if you want extra texture. Either way, these easy chicken sliders come out juicy, messy (in the best way), and totally crowd-pleasing.
If you need a no-stress recipe that still feels like a flex, this is it.
Street Corn Chicken Poblano Tacos
Bringing two of my favorite Tex-Mex treats together in one dish: elote + chicken tacos. Sweet, smoky street corn meets tender chicken and roasted poblanos, all wrapped in the NEW Siete sourdough tortillas. These tacos are the perfect balance of bold flavors and comfort-food vibes in every bite.
Curry Chicken Pasta Salad
Inspired by my go-to order at the Eatzi's deli counter, this curry chicken pasta salad is the perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and savory, with warm spices and plenty of texture in every bite. It’s an easy, make-ahead dish that’s just as great for weeknight dinners as it is for gatherings and meal prep!
“Marry Me” Chicken Ricotta Meatballs + Pasta
Tender, flavorful chicken ricotta meatballs that feel elevated but are secretly low effort. Ideal for a cozy date night in when you want to impress!
Spicy Citrus Ginger Noodles + White Fish
My post-holiday cravings can be summed up in this dish: spicy citrus ginger noodles with white fish. This delicious little number is exactly what you need to kick off the year: simple, satisfying, and proof that a great dinner doesn’t need to be complicated!
Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Grapes, Honey + Thyme
Creamy whipped feta topped with jammy roasted grapes brings the perfect salty-sweet bite to the table. It’s easy, crowd-pleasing, and made for holiday snacking and dipping!
Lamb Chops with Mint Dill Chimichurri + Feta Smashed Potatoes
Looking for a standout dish for your holiday dinner table? Juicy, perfectly seared lamb chops are paired with a flavorful mint-dill chimichurri and crispy feta smashed potatoes are perfect for a festive, herb-forward meal. It’s elegant yet comforting and perfect for celebrating with family and friends.
French Inspired Chicken + White Bean Skillet with Gruyere
This French-inspired chicken and white bean skillet feels elegant yet couldn’t be easier to make! With golden chicken, creamy white beans, and melty Gruyère, it’s a cozy, elevated meal you'll want to make time and again!
Creamy Italian White Bean + Pumpkin Soup
Creamy, cozy, and full of fall flavor 🍂—this Italian white bean + pumpkin soup is the ultimate autumn comfort.
Espresso Orange Braised Short Ribs with Creamy Mascarpone Polenta
These fall-off-the-bone short ribs are braised in espresso, orange, and warm spices for a bold, cozy main that’s perfect for a special occasion. Served over creamy mascarpone polenta, it’s an effortlessly impressive dish that feels fancy but is secretly easy to make ahead (see note)!
One Pot French Onion Pasta
Craving cozy comfort food with minimal cleanup? This One Pot French Onion Pasta brings all the rich, caramelized flavor of the classic soup into a creamy, cheesy pasta dish ready in just one pot!
Bacon + Blue Honeycrisp Salad
Crispy bacon, tangy blue cheese, and sweet Honeycrisp apples come together in this bold, flavor-packed salad. Tossed with fresh greens and a warm bacon vinaigrette, it’s the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and crunchy. This irresistible combo makes for a gorgeous side or satisfying main dish.
Lemon Pepper Beer Braised Chicken Tacos
These lemon pepper beer braised tacos are the most easy, crowd-pleasing tacos of all time and all made in a slow cooker! Whether you're cooking for a crowd or weeknight dinner-you need this recipe!
Spicy Vodka Chicken Lasagna Roll Ups
Spicy Vodka Chicken Lasagna Roll Ups — ie your new September hyperfixation. I know lasagna can sound like a project, but this roll-up version is way easier — and honestly, more fun. Think vodka sauce meets ricotta chicken, all wrapped in cozy pasta perfection.
Cucumber Dill Martini
Shake up your date night with this refreshing and herbaceous Cucumber Dill Martini. Crisp cucumber and aromatic dill come together for a garden-fresh cocktail that’s as elegant as it is unexpected!
Filet Mignon with Herby Green Peppercorn Sauce
This filet mignon with herby green peppercorn sauce is a twist on a steakhouse favorite: a creamy, peppery sauce with a fresh, herby kick where classic meets bold in every bite and the perfect dish for date night in!
About Elise
What Would Ina Do?
Hi! I’m Elise, the personal chef and recipe developer behind Coppedge Kitchen.
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 left my job in finance, went to culinary school, and began cooking for private clients in my hometown of Dallas, which taught me the real key ingredients— understanding what’s worth cooking on repeat, and how to simplify without sacrificing flavor or health.
My philosophy is simple: do your best to cook with what’s in season, don’t overcomplicate it, and lean into flavor. People crave the kind of recipes that feel effortless but impressive. Like that one dress in your closet that’s guaranteed to make you feel amazing and get compliments on. That, but for dinner!
That’s the heart of Coppedge Kitchen: approachable, show-stopping dinners that build confidence in the kitchen, and bring ease to even your busiest nights. Whether I’m cooking for you or you’re cooking with me, you’ll walk away with something worth sharing, and even passing down.