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Biz joined The Chopping Block as a Class Assistant in August 2016. Her passion for cooking didn’t really begin until her daughter turned 8, and she realized she’d never convince her daughter to eat veggies if she didn’t learn to cook and eat them herself! Fast forward and her daughter is now 24. She recently ditched her desk job of 20+ years to follow her true passion which is sharing her love of food and cooking. While not at work, she recipe develops, enters recipe contests and maintains a food blog at http://mybizzykitchen.com.

Not Your Average Sandwich: Homemade Banh Mi That Packs a Punch

If your go-to sandwich routine is feeling a little... meh, it’s time to meet the Banh Mi. This Vietnamese classic is everything you didn’t know you needed between two halves of a baguette: crunchy ...

Fluffy, Flavorful & Dairy-Free: Pancakes That Break the Rules

There’s a long-standing myth in the brunch world that dairy-free pancakes are, well... sad. Dry. Flat. Lifeless. The kind of breakfast that makes you wish you’d just grabbed toast instead. But I’m ...

Grilled Sirloin Tip Roast on the Pit Barrel (or Your Backyard Grill)

Now that the temperatures are on the rise in the Midwest, it’s time to break out the grill! If you're looking for a beefy, satisfying main dish that won’t break the bank - or your calorie (or WW ...

Cucumber Shrimp Boats: An Easy, Satisfying Alternative to Sushi Rolls

If you love sushi but struggle with rolling it at home, you're not alone. Getting the perfect roll can be tricky, and sometimes, you just want something simple without sacrificing flavor. Enter ...

Taco Night Goes Veggie: Irresistible Zucchini Tacos

Looking for a fresh, affordable, and tasty way to shake up your Meatless Monday routine? These zucchini tacos are just what you need!

Delicata Squash Gnocchi Shortcut

Delicata squash is one of my favorite vegetables, and you should still be able to find it in grocery stores in January.

Snickerdoodles: the Classic Holiday Cookie

When it comes to cookies, snickerdoodles hold a special place in my heart and are the first cookie I make each holiday season. Their soft, buttery centers paired with the slight tang of cream of ...

Perfect Your Biscuits with These Expert Tips

I’ve never met a biscuit that I don’t like. Now that we are in full pumpkin season, I am finding ways to add them to my recipes. These pumpkin biscuits are slightly sweet, so flaky and delicious.

Golden Mushroom Beef Stew

This golden mushroom beef stew is the best beef stew I’ve made to date. The secret ingredient? Campbell’s Golden Mushroom Soup. I must have been living under a rock, because in my 56 years on this ...

Chickpea Salad Sandwich

When I saw that The Chopping Block was offering a Cooking for Life class, I was SO excited! The class is focused on eating to nourish your body and mind, which is exactly what I’ve been doing for ...

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Recent Posts

Not Your Average Sandwich: Homemade Banh Mi That Packs a Punch

Fluffy, Flavorful & Dairy-Free: Pancakes That Break the Rules

Grilled Sirloin Tip Roast on the Pit Barrel (or Your Backyard Grill)

Cucumber Shrimp Boats: An Easy, Satisfying Alternative to Sushi Rolls

Taco Night Goes Veggie: Irresistible Zucchini Tacos

Delicata Squash Gnocchi Shortcut

Snickerdoodles: the Classic Holiday Cookie

Perfect Your Biscuits with These Expert Tips

Golden Mushroom Beef Stew

Chickpea Salad Sandwich

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