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Hummus Sandwich with Cucumber, Radish & Red Onion

Hummus Sandwich with Cucumber, Radish & Red Onion

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.

Lemon-Herb Orzo Salad with Chickpeas & Feta

Lemon-Herb Orzo Salad with Chickpeas & Feta

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.

Garlic Spinach & Mushroom Chicken Skillet

Garlic Spinach & Mushroom Chicken Skillet

Introduction This Garlic Spinach & Mushroom Chicken Skillet is the kind of dinner you turn to when you want something fast, flavorful, and satisfying — without feeling weighed down. Juicy grilled chicken breasts are topped with sautéed mushrooms, tender spinach, toasted pecans, and a light…

Classic Romanoff Potato Casserole

Classic Romanoff Potato Casserole

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.

Quick Honey Garlic Chicken & Broccoli Stir Fry

Quick Honey Garlic Chicken & Broccoli Stir Fry

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.

15-Minute Ground Turkey Veggie Stir-Fry

15-Minute Ground Turkey Veggie Stir-Fry

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

Christian’s World-Famous Chili

Christian’s World-Famous Chili

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

Simple & Fast Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Simple & Fast Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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

Small-Batch Cozy Pasta e Fagioli

Small-Batch Cozy Pasta e Fagioli

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.

Cozy One-Pot Beef Stroganoff

Cozy One-Pot Beef Stroganoff

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

Sheet Pan Sausage & Cauliflower with Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Sheet Pan Sausage & Cauliflower with Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce

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.

Smooth Restaurant-Style Salsa You Can Make at Home

Smooth Restaurant-Style Salsa You Can Make at Home

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.

Herbed Mediterranean White Bean Salad

Herbed Mediterranean White Bean Salad

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.

Italian-Style Deli Olive Salad

Italian-Style Deli Olive Salad

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.

One-Pan Pork Tenderloin with Peppers

One-Pan Pork Tenderloin with Peppers

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

Mushroom Soup without Heavy Cream

Mushroom Soup without Heavy Cream

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

30-Minute Korean Ground Beef and Broccoli

30-Minute Korean Ground Beef and Broccoli

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.

Foil-Baked Cod with Lemon and Dill

Foil-Baked Cod with Lemon and Dill

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


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Classic Shepherd’s Pie (with Turkey)

Classic Shepherd’s Pie (with Turkey)

A lighter take on classic shepherd’s pie made with ground turkey, vegetables, and herbs, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until golden and comforting.

Manhattan Clam Chowder

Manhattan Clam Chowder

A traditional Manhattan clam chowder with clams, tomatoes, vegetables, and bacon. This lighter, New York–style chowder is bold, savory, and perfect with crusty bread.

Crispy Oven-Baked Buffalo Wings at Home

Crispy Oven-Baked Buffalo Wings at Home

Introduction This recipe uses baking — covered in Cooking 101. Buffalo wings are one of those foods people assume require a fryer—or a sports bar. The truth is, with the right technique, you can get deeply crispy wings at home using just an oven or…