Welcome to Essence Eats, where you'll find classic comfort food recipes with a modern flair! Unique, home-cooked, wholesome recipes that will become staples in your home and have your friends & family coming back for more!

summer recipes

Suns out, get these recipes out! These summer recipes are far from boring and embrace the warmer weather & fresh seasonal ingredients.

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game day recipes

Appetizers, sides, and cocktails that are perfect for your the next game day! The ultimate entertaining recipes for basketball, football, baseball, & more!

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Check out what I have been cooking up in my kitchen lately!

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I'm Emma & welcome to Essence Eats! Here you will find creative takes on classic comfort food recipes! From decadent desserts to warming soups, these recipes will give you all the cozy feelings.

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appetizer recipes

Delicious appetizers featuring fresh ingredients for easy entertaining. Here you'll find everything from easy snacks for a crowd to fancy starters!

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dinner recipes

Check out these wholesome dinner recipes with bold flavors to make your dinner feel extra special!

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dessert recipes

Made from scratch, approachable desserts that are the perfect end to a meal. These heavenly dessert recipes will leave you satisfied yet wanting more!