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Spinach Spaghetti with garlic crumbs

This flavorful spinach spaghetti, tossed with crispy garlic breadcrumbs, lemon, and Parmesan cheese, makes an amazing midweek meal ready in 15 minutes. Another dinner, another…

Mint Yogurt Sauce

This easy mint yogurt sauce takes just 1 bowl and 5 minutes to prep, and it’s fresh, zippy, and versatile. Its lovely, bright flavor and…

Zucchini Bites

These baked zucchini bites are delish, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, perfect for using up your summer zucchini. Serve them as…
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Welcome! I’m the Italian cook and pasta lover behind The Clever Meal.
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