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    Real, simple, and dairy-free recipes

    Welcome to This Jess, where we're keeping the kitchen real (no bs here!), and sharing recipes that are simple (because great food doesn't have to be complicated), and dairy-free. These recipes are meant to be a slightly healthier version of classic comfort foods, with a nod towards simple, farm-to-table fare. We're excited to cook with you!

    Trending Recipes

    These are our top trending recipes and what our readers are cooking up right now. Jump in and enjoy!

    • Focaccia with Rosemary and Shallots
    • Sourdough Discard Bagels
    • Blood Orange Old Fashioned
    • Sourdough Discard Pretzels
    • Blackberry Old Fashioned
    • Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls
    • Rosemary Sourdough Focaccia
    • Molasses Marshmallow Stuffed Cookies

    Sourdough Discard Recipes

    If you're looking for sourdough discard recipes, we have you covered! Put your sourdough discard to good use with these delicious recipes for rolls, bagels, focaccia, and more!

    • Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Discard Bagels
    • Rosemary Sourdough Focaccia
    • Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls
    • Sourdough Discard Naan

    See more sourdough discard recipes →

    Working with sourdough starter

    Whether you're making a sourdough starter for the first time (a fun New Year project!), or you've had one for a while, these in-depth guides will help walk you through the basics of working with sourdough starter and sourdough discard.

    • How to Feed Sourdough Starter
    • How to Use Sourdough Discard

    Winter Recipes

    We're heading into the coldest winter months and ready for all the soups, winter squashes, baked goods and hearty sides. Find our favorite winter recipes here!

    • Dessert Charcuterie Board
    • Easy Chicken Bolognese
    • Candied Orange Slices
    • Garlic and Rosemary Smashed Fingerling Potatoes

    See more winter recipes →

    New Recipes

    Looking for the latest and greatest recipes? These are the most recent recipes posted on This Jess and we hope you love them!

    • Sriracha Aioli
    • Dessert Charcuterie Board
    • Easy Chicken Bolognese
    • Blueberry Sourdough Discard Muffins

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    Bread Recipes

    It's always a good day to bake bread! Whether this is your first time working with bread dough, or you're a seasoned break-baker, these recipes will soon be your favorites.

    • Sourdough Pumpkin Bread
    • Caramelized Shallot Focaccia
    • Sourdough Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
    • Sourdough Pretzel Buns

    See more bread recipes →

    Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

    Brunch is arguably the best meal of the day. It can be early in the morning, middle of the day, or even in the afternoon. Plus, you can eat sweet or savory any time! Check out some of our favorite brunch recipes.

    • Avocado Toast with Everything Bagel Seasoning
    • Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins
    • Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
    • Strawberry Almond Muffins

    See more breakfast and brunch recipes →

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    Jessica Vogl

    Hi, I'm Jess! I'm a food photographer, videographer and recipe developer based in Chicago. I focus on keeping the kitchen real, simple and dairy-free. Stick around, there will be food!

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    Recently Updated Recipes

    Sometimes you just need a good refresh. These are some of our tried-and-true recipes that have recently gotten a refresh!

    • Aioli Sweet Potato Fries
    • Coconut and Dark Chocolate Dipped Marshmallows
    • Chocolate Covered OREOs
    • Chocolate Espresso Cookies

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    Hi, I'm Jess! I'm a food photographer, videographer and recipe developer based in Chicago. I focus on keeping the kitchen real, simple, and dairy-free.

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    Trending Recipes

    • Focaccia with Rosemary and Shallots
    • Sourdough Discard Bagels
    • Blackberry Old Fashioned
    • Blood Orange Old Fashioned

    Holiday Recipes

    • Biscoff Butter Cookies
    • The Annual Holiday Cookie Box
    • Peanut Kisses
    • Dried Sliced Oranges

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