Ali Franzen
@alifranzen.bsky.social
Mom, cook, baker, Etsy shop owner, believer in diversity and rights for all #MomSky
This roasted broccoli and bacon orecchiette is cozy, savory, and full of flavor. Oven-roasted broccoli, crispy bacon, and sautéed onions come together in a creamy tomato garlic sauce that clings perfectly to little orecchiette pasta shells.
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November 9, 2025 at 5:52 PM
This roasted broccoli and bacon orecchiette is cozy, savory, and full of flavor. Oven-roasted broccoli, crispy bacon, and sautéed onions come together in a creamy tomato garlic sauce that clings perfectly to little orecchiette pasta shells.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/11/09/r...
Spicy Tuna Jumeokbap are Korean hand-rolled rice balls filled with a bold mix of tuna, gochujang, mayo, soy sauce, sesame oil, and scallions. Topped with shredded nori and furikake, they’re creamy, spicy, and packed with umami.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/11/06/s...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/11/06/s...
November 6, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Spicy Tuna Jumeokbap are Korean hand-rolled rice balls filled with a bold mix of tuna, gochujang, mayo, soy sauce, sesame oil, and scallions. Topped with shredded nori and furikake, they’re creamy, spicy, and packed with umami.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/11/06/s...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/11/06/s...
Loaded hummus dip features creamy hummus topped with a mix of cucumber, tomato, and olives, finished with feta, herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Served with crisp pita chips — a bright, savory dip bursting with Mediterranean flavor.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/11/01/l...
November 1, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Loaded hummus dip features creamy hummus topped with a mix of cucumber, tomato, and olives, finished with feta, herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Served with crisp pita chips — a bright, savory dip bursting with Mediterranean flavor.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/11/01/l...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/11/01/l...
Hong Kong pan fried pork chops is a dish made with boneless pork seared until golden with crisp edges and juicy centers, then coated in a savory-sweet sauce that’s glossy and full of flavor. Simple to make and perfect served with steamed rice and bok choy.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/10/18/h...
October 18, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Hong Kong pan fried pork chops is a dish made with boneless pork seared until golden with crisp edges and juicy centers, then coated in a savory-sweet sauce that’s glossy and full of flavor. Simple to make and perfect served with steamed rice and bok choy.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/10/18/h...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/10/18/h...
This dish is a rich, earthy risotto made with a blend of creamy Arborio and nutty black rice, slowly cooked with sautéed leeks, garlic, and white wine. Wild mushrooms add deep umami flavor, while slices of charred lemon bring a bright contrast.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/10/16/w...
October 16, 2025 at 5:03 PM
This dish is a rich, earthy risotto made with a blend of creamy Arborio and nutty black rice, slowly cooked with sautéed leeks, garlic, and white wine. Wild mushrooms add deep umami flavor, while slices of charred lemon bring a bright contrast.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/10/16/w...
Sichuan Poached Chicken is a dish of tender chicken poached with ginger, Shaoxing wine, and salt. It is served with a bold sauce of dark vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, garnished with fresh scallions and Sichuan chili oil.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/10/01/s...
October 1, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Sichuan Poached Chicken is a dish of tender chicken poached with ginger, Shaoxing wine, and salt. It is served with a bold sauce of dark vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, garnished with fresh scallions and Sichuan chili oil.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/10/01/s...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/10/01/s...
Ghalieh Meygoo is a traditional Persian Gulf shrimp stew simmered with fresh cilantro, fenugreek, garlic, and spices, enriched with tangy tamarind for a bold, aromatic flavor. Served hot with steamed basmati rice.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/30/g...
September 30, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Ghalieh Meygoo is a traditional Persian Gulf shrimp stew simmered with fresh cilantro, fenugreek, garlic, and spices, enriched with tangy tamarind for a bold, aromatic flavor. Served hot with steamed basmati rice.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/30/g...
Dark Brown Sugar Strawberry Pretzel Shortbread is a sweet and salty treat made with a buttery pretzel and dark brown sugar shortbread base, filled with a layer of strawberry jam, topped with crumbled shortbread and baked until perfectly golden and crisp.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/29/d...
September 29, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Dark Brown Sugar Strawberry Pretzel Shortbread is a sweet and salty treat made with a buttery pretzel and dark brown sugar shortbread base, filled with a layer of strawberry jam, topped with crumbled shortbread and baked until perfectly golden and crisp.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/29/d...
Korean Steak Salad is a flavorful salad featuring gochujang-marinated steak, seared to perfection. Served over a bed of lettuce with shredded carrots, charred green beans, kimchi, and fresh scallions, then finished with a zesty Korean-inspired vinaigrette.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/26/k...
September 26, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Korean Steak Salad is a flavorful salad featuring gochujang-marinated steak, seared to perfection. Served over a bed of lettuce with shredded carrots, charred green beans, kimchi, and fresh scallions, then finished with a zesty Korean-inspired vinaigrette.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/26/k...
Sun Dried Tomato Three Bean Salad is a hearty salad made with kidney beans, black beans, and black-eyed peas tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, basil, and parsley coated in a Dijon and red wine vinegar dressing made with rich sun-dried tomato oil.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/25/s...
September 25, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Sun Dried Tomato Three Bean Salad is a hearty salad made with kidney beans, black beans, and black-eyed peas tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, basil, and parsley coated in a Dijon and red wine vinegar dressing made with rich sun-dried tomato oil.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/25/s...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/25/s...
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Coffee Cake is made with tender, spiced pumpkin cake layered with a rich, creamy cream cheese filling and topped with a buttery dark brown sugar crumb.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/23/p...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/23/p...
September 23, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Coffee Cake is made with tender, spiced pumpkin cake layered with a rich, creamy cream cheese filling and topped with a buttery dark brown sugar crumb.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/23/p...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/23/p...
Buffalo Hot Dogs are a zesty upgrade to classic dogs! Juicy hot dogs are topped with creamy buffalo mayo, crumbled blue cheese, and crisp, thinly sliced celery for that signature buffalo wing crunch. Spicy, tangy, and totally crave-worthy.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/22/b...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/22/b...
September 22, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Buffalo Hot Dogs are a zesty upgrade to classic dogs! Juicy hot dogs are topped with creamy buffalo mayo, crumbled blue cheese, and crisp, thinly sliced celery for that signature buffalo wing crunch. Spicy, tangy, and totally crave-worthy.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/22/b...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/22/b...
Chili Crisp Tofu Soba Bowls are made with crispy golden tofu, cool cucumber, and tender edamame served over nutty soba noodles, all tossed in a bold chili crisp, vinegar, and sesame sauce and finished with crunchy peanuts and fresh cilantro.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/19/c...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/19/c...
September 19, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Chili Crisp Tofu Soba Bowls are made with crispy golden tofu, cool cucumber, and tender edamame served over nutty soba noodles, all tossed in a bold chili crisp, vinegar, and sesame sauce and finished with crunchy peanuts and fresh cilantro.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/19/c...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/19/c...
Garlic Parmesan Steak Pasta has juicy, perfectly seared ribeye steak and tender pasta in a rich, velvety garlic parmesan sauce with a splash of white wine. The creamy, garlicky sauce clings to every bite, while the savory steak adds an indulgent touch.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/17/g...
September 17, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Garlic Parmesan Steak Pasta has juicy, perfectly seared ribeye steak and tender pasta in a rich, velvety garlic parmesan sauce with a splash of white wine. The creamy, garlicky sauce clings to every bite, while the savory steak adds an indulgent touch.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/17/g...
Masala Fried Eggs are a flavorful twist on breakfast eggs! Chopped shallots, fresh ginger, garlic, and spicy chilies are sizzled in butter, then dusted with fragrant garam masala before eggs are cracked right into the pan and cooked until perfectly set.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/16/m...
September 16, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Masala Fried Eggs are a flavorful twist on breakfast eggs! Chopped shallots, fresh ginger, garlic, and spicy chilies are sizzled in butter, then dusted with fragrant garam masala before eggs are cracked right into the pan and cooked until perfectly set.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/16/m...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/16/m...
This cozy, family-friendly chicken pot pie pasta has all the flavors of chicken pot pie but comes together in a fraction of the time! Rotisserie chicken, a mix of veggies, and pasta are tossed in a creamy sauce and finished with melted cheddar cheese.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/11/c...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/11/c...
September 11, 2025 at 10:40 PM
This cozy, family-friendly chicken pot pie pasta has all the flavors of chicken pot pie but comes together in a fraction of the time! Rotisserie chicken, a mix of veggies, and pasta are tossed in a creamy sauce and finished with melted cheddar cheese.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/11/c...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/11/c...
This French Cucumber and Tuna Tart is a buttery crust filled with a creamy tuna filling with garlic herb cheese, red onion, and chives. Finished with thinly sliced cucumber, lemon, and sesame seeds, this tart is light, refreshing, and elegantly satisfying.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/08/f...
September 8, 2025 at 4:32 PM
This French Cucumber and Tuna Tart is a buttery crust filled with a creamy tuna filling with garlic herb cheese, red onion, and chives. Finished with thinly sliced cucumber, lemon, and sesame seeds, this tart is light, refreshing, and elegantly satisfying.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/08/f...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/09/08/f...
Crispy Pork Miso Soba with Ramen Eggs is a comforting bowl of tender soba noodles in a creamy miso broth, topped with savory ground pork fried with ginger and garlic until crisp. Soft ramen eggs, scallions, and a drizzle of spicy chili oil finish it off.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/23/c...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/23/c...
August 23, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Crispy Pork Miso Soba with Ramen Eggs is a comforting bowl of tender soba noodles in a creamy miso broth, topped with savory ground pork fried with ginger and garlic until crisp. Soft ramen eggs, scallions, and a drizzle of spicy chili oil finish it off.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/23/c...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/23/c...
Rotisserie chicken salad with ginger orange dressing has tender chicken layered over a mix of kale, cabbage, and carrots, with fresh cilantro, scallions, and creamy avocado. A drizzle of ginger orange dressing with garlic and sesame ties it all together.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/21/r...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/21/r...
August 21, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Rotisserie chicken salad with ginger orange dressing has tender chicken layered over a mix of kale, cabbage, and carrots, with fresh cilantro, scallions, and creamy avocado. A drizzle of ginger orange dressing with garlic and sesame ties it all together.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/21/r...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/21/r...
Delicate and buttery, these lime snowball cookies are a zesty twist on the classic holiday favorite. Made with a tender shortbread-style dough and brightened with fresh lime zest and juice, they’re baked to golden perfection and rolled in powdered sugar.
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dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/20/l...
August 20, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Delicate and buttery, these lime snowball cookies are a zesty twist on the classic holiday favorite. Made with a tender shortbread-style dough and brightened with fresh lime zest and juice, they’re baked to golden perfection and rolled in powdered sugar.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/20/l...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/20/l...
Hearty, comforting, and full of flavor, this pork and vegetable soup with noodles is a satisfying bowl of goodness. Tender pieces of pork simmer with onions, carrots, celery, garlic, cauliflower and noodles in a seasoned chicken stock.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/18/p...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/18/p...
August 18, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Hearty, comforting, and full of flavor, this pork and vegetable soup with noodles is a satisfying bowl of goodness. Tender pieces of pork simmer with onions, carrots, celery, garlic, cauliflower and noodles in a seasoned chicken stock.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/18/p...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/18/p...
Crispy on the outside and creamy inside, these green chile tacos de papa are made by filling corn tortillas with mashed potatoes, garlic, cheddar, melty Oaxaca cheese, smoky Hatch green chile salsa, and tangy pickled red onions and then frying until golden.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/17/g...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/17/g...
August 17, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Crispy on the outside and creamy inside, these green chile tacos de papa are made by filling corn tortillas with mashed potatoes, garlic, cheddar, melty Oaxaca cheese, smoky Hatch green chile salsa, and tangy pickled red onions and then frying until golden.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/17/g...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/17/g...
Smooth, smoky, and quietly sophisticated, the Bobby Burns is a classic Scotch whisky cocktail with timeless charm. Blended Scotch is stirred with sweet vermouth and a touch of Bénédictine, for a drink that balances warmth, sweetness, and herbal complexity.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/16/b...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/16/b...
August 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Smooth, smoky, and quietly sophisticated, the Bobby Burns is a classic Scotch whisky cocktail with timeless charm. Blended Scotch is stirred with sweet vermouth and a touch of Bénédictine, for a drink that balances warmth, sweetness, and herbal complexity.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/16/b...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/16/b...
Charred tomato and corn succotash is a bold, fresh update with smoky, zesty flavor in every bite. Sweet corn and juicy tomatoes are charred to bring out their natural sweetness, then tossed with tender lima beans, crisp bacon, and scallions.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/14/c...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/14/c...
August 14, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Charred tomato and corn succotash is a bold, fresh update with smoky, zesty flavor in every bite. Sweet corn and juicy tomatoes are charred to bring out their natural sweetness, then tossed with tender lima beans, crisp bacon, and scallions.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/14/c...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/14/c...
Check out my recipe for this crazy good glazed lemon loaf up on my blog today. Easy to make and full of bright flavor, it makes a great dessert or snack.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/12/g...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/12/g...
August 12, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Check out my recipe for this crazy good glazed lemon loaf up on my blog today. Easy to make and full of bright flavor, it makes a great dessert or snack.
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/12/g...
dinneratthefranzens.com/2025/08/12/g...