Mediterranean Hummus Bowls

Just about any protein or vegetable can be added to these filling and tasty Mediterranean Hummus Bowls to make them your own and use up your leftovers! | Continue reading


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Take Out Fake Out Recipes for Busy Nights

24 Easy and delicious take out fake out recipes to make at home on busy weeknights. Don't wait for delivery, make it fast and just the way you like it! | Continue reading


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Spicy Coconut Vegetable Stir Fry

This rich and spicy coconut vegetable stir fry is adaptable to whatever vegetables are lingering in your fridge, making it a great sweep the kitchen recipe! | Continue reading


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Sheet Pan Greek Chicken and Vegetables

An easy homemade lemon garlic marinade transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful Sheet Pan Greek Chicken and Vegetable dinner. Perfect for weeknights! | Continue reading


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Kale Salad with Toasted Pita and Parmesan

Fresh salads are not just for summer! This Kale Salad with Toasted Pita and Parmesan features winter flavors, but is still light, fresh, and crunchy! | Continue reading


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Giant Slow Cooker Meatballs

As easy as 1-2-3, these Giant Slow Cooker Meatballs are a fun, easy, and effortless answer to weeknight dinner. Step by step photos. | Continue reading


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Salad Bar Vegetable Lo Mein

When you need dinner to be fast, easy, and satisfying, this Salad Bar Vegetable Lo Mein is your answer. It's as simple and satisfying as it gets! | Continue reading


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15 Friendsgiving Recipe Ideas

15 travel-friendly, crowd pleasing Friendsgiving recipe ideas that everyone will love. Go potluck style with your friends this Thanksgiving! | Continue reading


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Cider Roasted Turkey Breast

This easy herb-infused Cider Roasted Turkey Breast is the perfect answer to smaller Thanksgiving gatherings or those who are new to cooking. | Continue reading


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Mini Dark Chocolate Pecan Pies

These easy Mini Pecan Pies studded with dark chocolate make the perfectly balanced and pre-portioned dessert for all of your holiday gatherings. | Continue reading


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One Pot American Goulash

This easy one pot version of American Goulash cooks the pasta and beef in the same pot with a homemade red wine tomato sauce for extra flavor. | Continue reading


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Turkey and Stuffing Meatballs

Turkey and Stuffing Meatballs make an easy and delicious addition to your Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving spread. Serve as an appetizer or main dish! | Continue reading


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Rice Cooker Chili

This small batch, scaled back, and super easy Rice Cooker Chili still delivers huge flavor. Perfect for dorm living, RV's, and hotel cooking! | Continue reading


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Chipotle Pumpkin Pasta

This easy tomato-free Chipotle Pumpkin Pasta is smoky, spicy, creamy, and the perfect way to celebrate fall flavors. Step by step photos. | Continue reading


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Homemade Cajun Seasoning

This homemade Cajun Seasoning is spicy, smoky, and will add TONS of flavor to your meat, vegetables, beans, pasta, and more. | Continue reading


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Autumn Quinoa Salad with Lemon Turmeric Dressing

Balance out the heavier cooked down and roasted flavors of fall with this light and tangy Autumn Quinoa Salad with homemade Lemon Turmeric Dressing. | Continue reading


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Spicy Chorizo Cheese Dip

This incredibly easy Spicy Chorizo Cheese Dip only has five ingredients, no processed cheese, and is sure to be the star of your next party! | Continue reading


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One Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Cook a complete dinner in one pot with this Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, using mostly pantry-stable items. Perfect for busy weeknights! | Continue reading


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Cheeseburger Meatloaf Meal Prep

This Cheeseburger Meatloaf Meal Prep is an easy American classic meal that you'll look forward to each day. Toss the TV dinners and make your own! | Continue reading


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Vegan Winter Lentil Stew

A rich and hearty medley of vegetables, lentils, and herbs makes this freezer-friendly Vegan Winter Lentil Stew the perfect cold-weather comfort food. | Continue reading


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Smoky Maple Roasted Acorn Squash

Smoky Maple Roasted Acorn Squash is an easy but elegant side dish that highlights fall produce. Easy enough for a week day, pretty enough for the holidays! | Continue reading


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Fluffy Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

Fluffy as a cloud and with a rich buttery finish, these Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes will be the star of any weeknight dinner or holiday meal! | Continue reading


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Cheddar Cheeseburger Meatloaf

This super cheesy Cheddar Cheeseburger Meatloaf is studded with melty nuggets of cheddar, and topped with a tangy tomato-mustard sauce. | Continue reading


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Rice Cooker Spanish Chickpeas and Rice

Rice Cooker Spanish Chickpeas and Rice is an incredibly easy and inexpensive vegan dinner that will keep you full and happy with very little effort. | Continue reading


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How to Freeze Whole Citrus

Learn how to freeze whole citrus fruit to save money, reduce waste, and always have flavorful citrus zest and juice on hand. | Continue reading


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Garlic Herb Baked Chicken Breast

Garlic Herb Baked Chicken Breast is a fast and easy way to make juicy and flavorful chicken to add to sandwiches, wraps, pasta, salads, and more. | Continue reading


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All-Purpose Garlic Herb Seasoning

This easy All-Purpose Garlic Herb Seasoning goes great with meat, seafood, vegetables, pasta, rice, and more! A simple blend using spice cabinet staples. | Continue reading


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Ravioli with Sage Brown Butter Sauce, Spinach, and Walnuts

Do something special for yourself and make this simple, yet elegant Ravioli with Sage Brown Butter Sauce. Restaurant quality without the enormous bill! | Continue reading


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Sweet Chili Chicken Stir Fry Bowls

Sweet Chili Chicken Stir Fry Bowls use my favorite "formula" for keeping weeknight dinners simple and effortless. Customize the formula to make your own! | Continue reading


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Easy Sweet Chili Sauce

This incredibly quick and Easy Sweet Chili Sauce only requires four ingredients and can be mixed up in minutes. Pour it over meat, tofu, or seafood! | Continue reading


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Buffalo Tempeh Sandwiches

Spicy hot buffalo sauce, creamy avocado, and a rich and tangy ranch slaw makes these Buffalo Tempeh Sandwiches fiery perfection! | Continue reading


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Chili Basics – How to Make and Customize Basic Chili

This no-frills basic chili recipe is ready for your personal touch. Learn how to make classic chili and what you can add to make it your own! | Continue reading


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Rice Cooker Mac and Cheese

This rich and creamy Rice Cooker Mac and Cheese cooks up in just a few minutes and requires only a few simple ingredients. It’s the perfect fast fix! | Continue reading


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Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken Dinner

Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken Dinner is an easy to execute, simple yet elegant, and flavorful weeknight dinner that you’ll want to add to your weekly rotation! | Continue reading


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Orzo Salad Meal Prep

A cold pasta salad makes the base for these Orzo Salad Meal Prep cold lunch boxes, with plenty of options for alternate pairings! | Continue reading


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Cheesy Cauliflower and Potato Soup

Cheesy Cauliflower and Potato Soup is rich and creamy without being overly heavy. Eat your vegetables and enjoy them, too! | Continue reading


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French Bread Pizza

French Bread Pizza is the perfect budget-friendly fast and easy weeknight dinner. Customize the toppings to fit your taste buds or what you have on hand! | Continue reading


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Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

This Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala boasts a rich and aromatic sauce, and tender juicy chicken. Make four servings for the price of one take out! | Continue reading


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Italian Orzo Salad

Filling enough to serve as a light meal, but light enough to act as an easy side dish, this Italian Orzo Salad is a versatile addition to weekly meal prep. | Continue reading


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Roasted Vegetable Couscous

Roasted Vegetable Couscous is an easy side dish with complex flavor, with sweet roasted vegetables mixed with savory, fluffy couscous. | Continue reading


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Glazed Chicken Meal Prep

Take your meat and potatoes meal prep into the 21st century with this simple, yet elegant Glazed Chicken Meal Prep. Eating well has never been easier. | Continue reading


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Sweet and Spicy Glazed Chicken Thighs

These Sweet and Spicy Glazed Chicken Thighs are moist, tender, and have bhuge flavor with very little effort. Perfect for fast weeknight dinners! | Continue reading


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Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

Rosemary Roasted Potatoes are an easy, flexible, and DELICIOUS side dish that can be paired with just about any meal. Keep this go-to recipe handy! | Continue reading


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Rice Cooker Teriyaki Shrimp and Rice

By adding a few extra ingredients to your rice cooker, you can cook an entire meal at once. This Teriyaki Shrimp and Rice is an easy and healthy alternative to take out! | Continue reading


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Tips for Cooking in a Tiny Kitchen

Practical tips for cooking in a tiny kitchen without losing your mind. Plan, organize, and improvise. Share your favorite tips with the community! | Continue reading


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Hoisin Tofu Lettuce Cups

Skip the meat and make these light and fresh Hoisin Tofu Lettuce Cups, for a fast and easy weeknight dinner. Step by step photos. | Continue reading


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Spinach and Feta Turkey Meatballs

Spinach and Feta Turkey Meatballs are an easy way to add flavor and protein to your meal using inexpensive ground turkey. Perfect for meal prep! | Continue reading


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How to Make Breadcrumbs

How to make breadcrumbs (and Italian breadcrumbs) from bread scraps, for use in meatballs, meatloaf, breading fried food, or topping casseroles. | Continue reading


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