Arancini
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<br><br> <b>Book:</b> <i>Magnolia Table Volume 2</i> by Joanna Gaines<br><br>
<b>Chapter:</b> Appetizers & Starters<br><br>
<b>Overall Score:</b> 8/12<br><br>
<b>Recommended?</b> We love arancini! Who wouldn’t love little bites of fried risotto?! It’s a favorite out-to-dinner appetizer and brings back many fun memories of The Majestic steakhouse in downtown Kansas City. We used to order it every time we were there. I feel nostalgic thinking about sharing a plate of these while enjoying the live jazz! When G and I watched Joanna make <i>these</i> arancini on her cooking show a few years ago, we immediately put them on our must-try list. And there they stayed; the only thing holding us back was our fear of frying. Well, we conquered that fear this week! I think it was well worth the fried-food smell that lingered in our kitchen for a few hours. If you’re interested in trying some frying, this would be a great recipe to check out! <br>
Beef Stew
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<br><b>Book:</b> <i>Magnolia Table </i> by Joanna Gaines<br><br> <b>Chapter:</b> Dinner <br><br> <b>Overall Score:</b> 12/12 <br><br> <b>Recommended?</b> Over the past few years, every time I’ve made a new beef stew recipe, I’ve silently asked it, “Are you the one?” The one that becomes the go-to, comforting dish for any chilly day. I’ve made a lot of just-okay beef stew. But this recipe. It really might be the one! Look at that perfect overall score! I even jotted down a (very unserious) poem about it while we were eating. I think you should make it, too! And maybe write a poem while you’re at it?<br>
Chicken & Wild Rice Soup
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<br><b>Book:</b> Magnolia Table by Joanna Gaines<br><br>
<b>Chapter:</b> Soups & Salads<br><br>
<b>Overall Score:</b> 8/12<br><br>
<b>Recommended?</b> Yes! This would be great as a weekend meal or meal prep option for lunches. Seasonally, it fits for fall, winter, and spring. I can’t say I will be following Joanna’s lead by making this annually for New Year’s Eve, though!<br>

