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This fresh hummus vegetable sandwich is layered with cucumber, radish, tomato, and red onion on toasted bread. A simple, healthy vegetarian lunch ready in minutes.

This lemon herb orzo salad with chickpeas, tomatoes, basil, mint, and feta is the perfect fresh summer side dish. Bright Mediterranean flavors, easy to make, and great for meal prep or picnics.

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A rich and creamy potato casserole baked with cheddar, sour cream, and scallions for a comforting side dish that’s perfect for holidays, gatherings, or cozy dinners.

This honey garlic chicken and broccoli stir fry is a fast, wholesome dinner made with simple ingredients and a light glaze. Ready in about 20 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want something easy, balanced, and satisfying without a lot of prep.

A fast and healthy ground turkey stir-fry with garlic, ginger, and crisp vegetables. High protein, flavorful, and ready in just 15 minutes.

A bold, slow-simmered chili built with beef, sausage, bacon, beans, and spices. Hearty, comforting, and perfect for cold nights or feeding a crowd.

A quick buffalo chicken lettuce wrap with bold flavor, crisp vegetables, and a light, satisfying crunch — perfect for an easy lunch or fast dinner.

A cozy small-batch pasta e fagioli with pancetta, beans, and tender pasta in a rich savory broth — perfect for a comforting dinner for two.

A cozy one-pot beef stroganoff with mushrooms, tender noodles, and a creamy tangy sauce — simple, comforting, and perfect for weeknights.

A cozy sheet pan dinner with cumin roasted cauliflower, juicy Italian sausage, and a bright lemon garlic yogurt sauce — simple, flavorful, and perfect for busy nights.

This restaurant-style homemade salsa is bright, savory, and slightly smoky. Blended fresh ingredients and a short simmer create bold flavor that’s perfect for chips, tacos, and weeknight meals.

This Mediterranean white bean salad is fresh, herb-packed, and dressed in lemon, olive oil, and warm spices. Perfect as a side dish, meal prep lunch, or light Mediterranean-style meal.

This Italian-inspired olive salad is bold, briny, and perfect for make-ahead meals. Loaded with olives, artichokes, and fresh vegetables in a simple lemon-olive oil dressing.

Tender pork tenderloin seared and simmered with sweet peppers, garlic, and tangy pepperoncini. A simple one-pan dinner ready in 35 minutes.

A rich, savory mushroom soup made without heavy cream. Naturally creamy, deeply flavorful, and perfect for cozy nights.

This 30-minute Korean ground beef and broccoli is a fast, savory skillet dinner with garlic, soy, sesame, and tender broccoli. Easy, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights.

A simple foil-baked cod recipe with butter, lemon, and fresh dill. Tender, flaky fish ready in 25 minutes — perfect for oven or grill.