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This is where I post cooking tips, best practices, fun dinner ideas, helpful ingredient swaps, and lessons I've picked up along the way. Recipes take a back seat here!

If you're new to cooking, or you'd like to learn how to become a more efficient and confident cook, this is the place to be! You'll be whipping up delicious dinners in no time.

Check out this article to find out how to transform your relationship with baking by switching to a digital scale!

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Hey! I'm Paula. I'm a former pro cook that makes recipes and videos for deliciously non-fussy dinners (and sometimes breakfast, lunch, dessert, and snacks!)

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