Modern Homecooking with a Midwestern Heart

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10 Romantic Valentine’s Day Recipes

Skip the restaurants this year and cook an intimate dinner for the one you love. I’ve curated my best collection of Valentine’s Day Recipes, 5 dinners and 5 desserts, to narrow your search. You’ll also…

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Hi, I’m Meggan!

Born and raised in Wisconsin, I started Culinary Hill over 10 years ago to share the recipes I loved with friends and family. Since then, I’ve moved to California, had 3 kids, completed culinary school, and brought on a full-time team to support my culinary vision: Modern homecooking with a Midwestern heart.

We tirelessly develop and test recipes so you can find success in your home kitchen, each and every time. We are obsessed with good food done right and we can’t wait to cook with you!

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8 Infused Water Recipes

Stay hydrated with these easy infused water recipes. If you find plain ol’ H2O to be boring, consider making a pitcher of infused water that scores a hint of flavor from fresh fruit, vegetables, and…

5 minutes
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30+ Mardi Gras Recipes

Make one more make them all! This collection of classic New Orleans recipes will help you celebrate Mardi Gras (aka Carnival or Fat Tuesday) in style. Every year, Mardi Gras falls on the Tuesday before…

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What’s in Season in February

Discover the best seasonal produce to add to your February menu. Eat your way through our February produce guide, including the most delicious seasonal recipes to make this month with citrus fruit, broccoli, cabbage, root…

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Friday Night Fish Fry

Whether you’re a life-long fish fry fan or brand new to the tradition, you can create your own fish fry at home any day of the week. Start with beer-battered cod and round out the…

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Bloody Mary Bar

Lazy weekends and holiday mornings call for a Bloody Mary bar with homemade mix and all the savory pickled stuff you can find. It’s a total crowd-pleaser; from the purists to the meal-in-a-glass folks, everyone…

2 hours 10 minutes
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Italian Feast

Introducing: My favorite Italian feast! Featuring spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, Caesar salad, bruschetta, an antipasto platter, and pizzelle, this menu will have your grandma pronouncing it “Eye-talian” in no time. I know mine always…

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How to Stock a Bar Cart

Learn how to stock a bar cart that is perfectly tailored to your personal taste and the cocktails you love to make. Staying in just got a lot more fun! Whether in a cupboard, cabinet,…

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Guinness Stew

Guinness Stew is the perfect hearty winter stew: a splash of dark stout makes the sauce rich and flavorful, perfect for tender chunks of beef and vegetables. Serve Guinness Stew over mashed potatoes or Colcannon…

2 hours 45 minutes

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Twice-Baked Potatoes

A true steakhouse classic, Twice Baked Potatoes are doubly delicious and easy to make ahead. These show-stealers are loaded up with lots of cheddar, bacon, and scallions for major flavor in every bite. Twice Baked…

1 hour 30 minutes

Valentine’s Day Recipes

10 Romantic Valentine’s Day Recipes

Skip the restaurants this year and cook an intimate dinner for the one you love. I’ve curated my best collection of Valentine’s Day Recipes, 5 dinners and 5 desserts, to narrow your search. You’ll also…

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