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Dakota Delights

Dakota Delights

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Dakota Delights

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American

Classic Comfort. Modern Kitchen.

American Breakfasts

autumn seasoned biscuits on parchment paper lined baking sheet.

Autumn Seasoned Biscuits

20 minutes
Fluffy autumn biscuits infused with sage, rosemary, thyme, and a hint of nutmeg—perfect for breakfast, brunch and cozy fall meals
Pumpkin Banana Nut Muffins Completed, Stacked on a white plate, close up.

Pumpkin Banana Nut Muffins

32 minutes
Moist, cozy Pumpkin Banana Nut Muffins made with ripe bananas, pumpkin puree, warm spices, and crunchy nuts — perfect for breakfast or fall snacking!
autumn seasoned biscuits on parchment paper lined baking sheet.

Autumn Seasoned Biscuits

Pumpkin Banana Nut Muffins Completed, Stacked on a white plate, close up.

Pumpkin Banana Nut Muffins

American Mains

Meatloaf and Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes on a white plate sitting on a granite countertop

Meatloaf

1 hour 10 minutes
This classic meatloaf is tender, juicy, and full of rich, savory flavor. A blend of ground beef and pork keeps it moist, while a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze caramelizes beautifully in the oven
Cajun shrimp pasta in a white bowl topped with finely minced parsley. deep red sauced noodles with boiled shrimp, onion, bell pepper, garlic and seasonings.

Cajun Shrimp Pasta

20 minutes
Creamy Cajun shrimp pasta loaded with bold spices, smoky heat, and tender shrimp in a rich, velvety sauce—ready in under 30 minutes!
Potato and pumpkin soup served in a pumpkin pie pumpkin, with rosemary croutons and black pepper sprinkles over the top

Pumpkin Potato Soup

44 minutes
Creamy Pumpkin Potato Soup made with cheddar, milk, and warm fall spices — comforting, flavorful, and topped with rosemary croutons for the perfect cozy meal.
Fully cooked brown sugar dijon glazed ham steak on a white plate.

Brown Sugar Dijon Glazed Ham Steak

15 minutes
This quick skillet ham steak gets a rich caramelized glaze balanced with apple cider vinegar. Ready in minutes, it’s an easy way to turn a classic ham slice into a sweet-savory favorite for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Meatloaf and Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes on a white plate sitting on a granite countertop

Meatloaf

Cajun shrimp pasta in a white bowl topped with finely minced parsley. deep red sauced noodles with boiled shrimp, onion, bell pepper, garlic and seasonings.

Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Potato and pumpkin soup served in a pumpkin pie pumpkin, with rosemary croutons and black pepper sprinkles over the top

Pumpkin Potato Soup

Fully cooked brown sugar dijon glazed ham steak on a white plate.

Brown Sugar Dijon Glazed Ham Steak

American Desserts

Pumpkin Banana Nut Muffins Completed, Stacked on a white plate, close up.

Pumpkin Banana Nut Muffins

32 minutes
Moist, cozy Pumpkin Banana Nut Muffins made with ripe bananas, pumpkin puree, warm spices, and crunchy nuts — perfect for breakfast or fall snacking!
Double Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies baked and sitting on a white plate on a granite countertop.

Double Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

20 minutes
Rich, chewy chocolate cookies studded with creamy white chocolate chips and buttery macadamia nuts — the perfect balance of sweet, fudgy, and crunchy.
Pumpkin Banana Nut Muffins Completed, Stacked on a white plate, close up.

Pumpkin Banana Nut Muffins

Double Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies baked and sitting on a white plate on a granite countertop.

Double Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

American Beverages

Bees Knees yellow cocktail in a bubble "bee hive resembling" cup. Yellow heart shaped straw inside. Cup is sitting on a granite counter in front of a grey backdrop.

Bees Knees (Vintage Gin Cocktail)

20 minutes
A bright and refreshing Prohibition Era classic. Made with gin, lemon and honey syrup!
Bees Knees yellow cocktail in a bubble "bee hive resembling" cup. Yellow heart shaped straw inside. Cup is sitting on a granite counter in front of a grey backdrop.

Bees Knees (Vintage Gin Cocktail)

ALL American Recipes

Meet Dakota

Hi I’m Dakota! Welcome to my kitchen. I’m obsessed with the beauty of fresh, whole foods and embracing the best of the season.

 I believe the most wonderful recipes in the world shouldn’t be complicated or intimidating. I use reliable methods for delicious, crowd-pleasing dishes that you’ll be proud to make again and again.

My goal is simple: To give you the skills and confidence to explore new cuisines, discover new flavors, and find joy in your own kitchen!

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