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Creamy Leek Sauce with Pancetta

Posted on May 21, 2020August 4, 2020 by Ashley

This Creamy Leek Sauce with Pancetta adds excellent flavor to pasta dishes or can be used as a topping for some chicken or steak. What’s better than a plate of gnocchi topped with a flavorful, creamy sauce? Not much. One way that I like using this sauce is over a bowl of cauliflower gnocchi and…

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Browned Butter Shortbread Cookies

Posted on May 20, 2020August 5, 2020 by Ashley

Add these Browned Butter Shortbread Cookies to your baking to-do list. Salty, buttery, and delicious… you won’t regret it! If you are looking for a simple sweet treat, look no further. These Browned Butter Shortbread Cookies satisfy sweet and salty cravings, as they have a salt and sugar topping, a nutty brown butter base, and…

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Tri Tip Salad

Posted on May 8, 2020August 5, 2020 by Ashley

If you’ve got some leftover tri tip, then you should make this refreshing and simple Tri Tip Salad. Simple, yet delicious, this makes a tasty leftover lunch. With only four ingredients for the salad, and four ingredients for the dressing, this Tri Tip Salad is as simple as it gets but still tastes awesome. It’s…

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Ingredient Substitutions

Posted on April 17, 2020April 17, 2020 by Ashley

Here’s a list of ingredient substitutions that I like to use, and that I’ve found useful since remaining at home. If there’s one thing I loathe, it is going back to the grocery store after forgetting an ingredient. At least, I disliked this before social distancing measures. Now, I am excited for the future when…

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Mediterranean Sausage Pasta Salad

Posted on April 9, 2020August 5, 2020 by Ashley

Who doesn’t love a good ol’ pasta salad? This one comes together in a pinch, and is made flavorful by all of the tasty Mediterranean inspired ingredients. Here’s a quick dish that comes together using a combination of fresh ingredients and pantry staples. The flavors are bright and Mediterranean inspired, and will leave you feeling…

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Green Enchilada Sauce

Posted on April 6, 2020August 5, 2020 by Ashley

This green enchilada sauce is made with ingredients that you just might have on hand, making it perfect for staying home during this time! It goes great on top of homemade enchiladas or enchilada bowls! I made this green enchilada sauce the other day and was so excited that I made some enchiladas right away….

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Pumpkin Chai Pound Cake Loaf

Pumpkin Chai Pound Cake

Posted on March 26, 2020August 5, 2020 by Ashley

Bring this pumpkin chai pound cake to your next fall get together. This also makes a great treat to enjoy with a nice cup of tea in the morning! Remember when we made homemade pumpkin puree? Let’s pretend we are stuck inside by choice and use that puree for this Pumpkin Chai Pound Cake! This…

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Quick Gochujang Turkey Meatballs

Posted on March 25, 2020August 6, 2020 by Ashley

These Quick Gochujang Turkey Meatballs are a great substitute for busy nights. If you don’t have time to make traditional Korean dishes like Bulgogi, give these a shot! For the last few years, I have been cooking a feast full of different Korean foods for Grant’s birthday. Since we have a large group of people…

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Stay at Home Meals

Posted on March 23, 2020March 24, 2020 by Ashley

Here’s a list of some of my favorite meals that are perfect for staying at home and using supplies that you already have in your kitchen. I’ve organized them based on the major ingredients that you may already have at home. Some of these recipes have fresh ingredients that you may or may not have,…

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#foodwritenow (March 20)

Posted on March 20, 2020March 20, 2020 by Ashley

Now I am finally caught up! Here is today’s prompt. #foodwritenow prompt for March 20, 2020 (from @turshen on Instagram): If you could bake a pie or a cake for someone just because why not, who would you make it for? Cake or pie? Fillings, toppings, layers? We want all the details! Since I’ve been…

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Ashley Keeney Owner of The Pleasant Plate Meal Preparation Services

Hi, I’m Ashley! I love cooking meals for my boyfriend and I to eat at home because I like knowing exactly what I’m eating (and it also saves money!) We live on the Central Coast with our cute dog, Ginger. I want to make it easy for you to eat well, no matter how busy your schedule may be. Check out my recipes page for at-home cooking inspiration.




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The final baked treat for this week is a load of t The final baked treat for this week is a load of this cardamom espresso pound cake! Bidding starts now and goes until 3pm, with a minimum bid of $10. All proceeds support @kin.slo The highest bidder will get these delivered using no contact delivery methods in SLO county. Ready, set, bid!
Today’s baked treat is one dozen chocolate chip Today’s baked treat is one dozen chocolate chip cookies! Minimum bid starts at $10 and goes from now until 3 pm. The highest bidder will win these cookies and will get them delivered in SLO county using no contact delivery methods. All proceeds support @kin.slo ready, set, bid!
Today’s baked treat supporting @kin.slo is a bat Today’s baked treat supporting @kin.slo is a batch of Oreo brownies! Bidding starts at $10 and goes from now until 3pm. Leave a comment or send me a DM with bids, and the highest bidder will receive these brownies using a no-contact delivery in SLO county. Ready, set, go! •
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This week, the bake sale will be supporting @kin.s This week, the bake sale will be supporting @kin.slo Kin Coffee Bar is located in downtown SLO. Check back Monday, Wednesday, and Friday to bid on desserts and support a great local coffee bar!
Today’s the final day to support the @centralcoa Today’s the final day to support the @centralcoastaquarium by bidding on baked treats! If you are the highest bidder today, you will receive 21 macarons that are filled with a boysenberry flavored filling. Bidding starts at $10 and goes from now until 3pm today. These will be delivered using no-contact methods to SLO county residents. Happy bidding and thank you so much for supporting the Central Coast Aquarium! •
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🍋BONUS AUCTION🍋 I’m adding a bonus auctio 🍋BONUS AUCTION🍋 
I’m adding a bonus auction this week to support the Central Coast Aquarium! If you are the highest bidder today, you will win a batch of lemon bars (including a no-contact delivery in SLO county) AND 2 dozen cupcakes at a future date once quarantining is over. That’s right, your bid goes towards a treat now and a treat later, all while supporting the Central Coast Aquarium! Minimum bidding starts at $10 and goes from now until 3pm today. Ready, set, bid! •
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Today’s treats are one dozen chocolate cupcakes Today’s treats are one dozen chocolate cupcakes with ocean-themed frosting! Hopefully these cupcakes will bring a smile to you (or a friend). All proceeds will go to the Central Coast Aquarium and I will deliver them using no-contact methods to the highest bidder! Bidding goes from now until 3pm and starts with a minimum $10 bid. Make bids in the comments or by sending a DM. Let’s support an awesome local organization! Ready, set, bid!
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Today’s baked treat is this lemon Bundt cake! (I Today’s baked treat is this lemon Bundt cake! (I forgot to take a picture before wrapping it). Minimum bidding starts at $10 and bidding runs until 3pm. All proceeds benefit @centralcoastaquarium Bid in the comments or by sending a DM. Ready, set, bid!
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Last week’s bake sale was so much fun that I’m Last week’s bake sale was so much fun that I’m doing it again! This week, we can all show some support for @centralcoastaquarium by bidding on some fun baked goods. The Central Coast Aquarium provides engaging and educational activities for the community. Let’s support a lovely local organization and get some delicious baked treats in the process 😀 •
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I will post a freshly baked treat at 12pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and bidding will go from 12pm-3pm. The highest bidder will win the baked treat and 100% of the proceeds will benefit this week’s local organization. I will deliver the baked goods to a local address using no-contact methods. Remember, if you’d like to participate but do not live on the central coast, you can always donate your baked treat to someone local 🙂
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