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4 May 2026

Easy Taco Soup

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When I buy the ingredients to make tacos, but end up feeling really lazy, I make this soup instead. Same great flavors but easier to assemble and to eat. (...)
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27 April 2026

Pasta Carbonara

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“Wow!” is what I say every time I make this classic carbonara. As a cook, it’s so fun to watch the eggs turn into a silky sauce that coats each strand of (...)
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13 April 2026

Mississippi pot roast crock pot recipe

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This Mississippi pot roast slow cooker recipe uses the classic 5 ingredients and only takes 5 minutes to prep. But it has a couple of tricks to make it less (...)
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6 April 2026

Birria tacos: how to make them

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The interesting thing about birria tacos is how the tortillas are dipped in the meat’s own cooking juices and then pan-fried. Learn how to do all the important (...)
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23 March 2026

Red Pozole Stew

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I crave this stew all.the.time. Rich and warming, spicy, meaty, and ohhh the satisfyingly chewy but soft texture of the hominy. And my favorite part, the fresh (...)
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16 March 2026

How to make nacho cheese sauce

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Want real nacho cheese sauce at home? This version uses a quick roux plus both Cheddar and processed cheese so it’s extra cheesy but still smooth and shiny, (...)
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9 March 2026

Best Scalloped Potatoes

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These are the classic American scalloped potatoes, no cheese and no heavy sauce. Just tender slices of potatoes baked in a light onion milk sauce that soaks (...)
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2 March 2026

Reuben Sandwich

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I grew up making these in my parents’ deli, and the secret to a great Reuben is simple: warm up the filling, dry out the kraut, and lightly toast the inside of (...)
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2 February 2026

20-minute ground beef and zucchini skillet

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This easy one-pan ground beef and zucchini skillet is fast and full of flavor. The Italian seasoning, red wine vinegar, and Parmesan make it more delicious (...)
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26 January 2026

Traditional polish meat patties

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This classic Polish comfort food is like mini meatloaves. They’re pan-fried and have a crisp dark crust, but are tender and moist inside. I learned to make (...)
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12 January 2026

Ground beef and mushroom skillet dinner

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One of my family’s favorite cozy dinners, this skillet brings ground beef, mushrooms, and rice together in one pan for a delicious, stress free meal with (...)
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29 December 2025

Pork Chops with Sauerkraut

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Want the cozy and classic combo of tender pork chops and tangy sauerkraut quickly? Thin pork chops cook in minutes, and apple adds a touch of sweetness. And (...)
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27 October 2025

Mulled Wine

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This classic mulled wine makes your house smell like Christmas. It’s made the traditional British way but with a peppery twist. It’s so festive and cozy! This (...)
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6 October 2025

Sausage stuffed baked apples

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Sweet baked apples. Savory sausage stuffing inside. A festive, flavorful side dish that will steal the show. These sausage-stuffed baked apples are the perfect (...)
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22 September 2025

Blackened salmon with cajun seasoning

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Smoky Cajun crust. Juicy salmon inside. Done in 15 minutes. This blackened salmon is your answer to a quick, easy, flavorful dinner tonight! If you’re craving (...)
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8 September 2025

Easiest baked ziti with no-boil pasta

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Why is this the easiest baked ziti? You don’t have to boil the pasta or pre-cook anything. Just mix, cover and bake. And, it’s so delicious! This recipe (...)
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1 September 2025

Italian Sausage Chili

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Using sausage in chili instead of beef gives it tons of extra flavor and is a fun twist on the original. With lots of bell pepper in there, it’s like an (...)
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25 August 2025

Baked lemon garlic shrimp

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Baking is a gentle way to cook shrimp so they’re extra-tender, plump and juicy. These are baked in garlic butter so they’re extra delicious! A little squeeze (...)
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18 August 2025

Pork stew with root vegetables

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Yes, you can make stew using pork, especially if you use the right cut. This recipe is one my family asks for over and over. Rich and comforting with tender (...)
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4 August 2025

Air fryer sweet potatoes

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Caramelized on the outside and tender on the inside, this air fryer sweet potato recipe is a perfect easy side dish, ready in just 10 minutes! Cutting sweet (...)
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28 July 2025

Steak Burrito Bowl

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These steak burrito bowls are a super-easy weeknight meal that feels special thanks to perfectly seasoned steak and delicious toppings. And, it’s ready in (...)
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21 July 2025

Air fryer fish without breading

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Fish doesn’t need breading to be beautiful and delicious. This easy air fryer fish recipe gets you great flavor and texture, no bread included. It’s ready in (...)
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16 July 2025

Spinach salad with warm bacon dressing

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A beautiful spinach salad with warm bacon dressing is a classic choice for a filling dinner salad or for a fresh appetizer. Use steak cut bacon for the best (...)
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7 July 2025

Instant pot paella with shrimp and sausage

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You’ve found it: that classic Spanish rice dish called paella, but made in the Instant Pot. It’s super-easy, super-quick, and super-duper delicious! Making (...)
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30 June 2025

Italian Cauliflower Salad

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Crunchy, cheesy, tangy – if you love raw cauliflower and Italian flavors, this salad is for you. It’s super quick and easy to make too! Because it’s so easy (...)