Recipes

These juicy, oven-roasted tomatoes filled with a savory, cheesy herb mixture make a perfect side dish, light lunch, or elegant appetizer. Ingredients 6 large ripe tomatoes 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive o...

Perfect for a slow morning or meal prep for the week, these potatoes are crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, and packed with flavor. Ingredients 1 ½ lbs Yukon Gold or russet potatoes (about 4 medium), diced into ¾-inch cubes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon butter ½ teaspoon garlic powder &fr...

This tuna melt is crispy, cheesy and ready in under 15 minutes. Ingredients 1 (5 oz) can tuna, drained 2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 tablespoon finely diced red onion (or green onion) 1 tablespoon finely diced celery (optional, for crunch) 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional) Salt & black pepper, to taste 4 slices sa...

A brunch favorite that feels fancy but is surprisingly simple. Ingredients For the Benedict: 2 English muffins, split 4 large eggs 4 slices Canadian bacon (or ham) 1 tablespoon white vinegar Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh chives or parsley (optional, for garnish) For the Hollandaise Sauce: 3 egg yolks 1 tablespoo...

This fried zucchini is the perfect snack, side dish, or appetizer. Pair it with your favorite dipping sauce for even more flavor. Ingredients 2 medium zucchini 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon milk 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon garlic powder ½ tea...

Impress your valentine, your friends, or yourself with this delicious pan-seared steak. Ingredients 1-2 steaks (ribeye, NY strip, or sirloin; 1-1½ inches thick) Salt & freshly cracked black pepper 1 tbsp olive oil or high-smoke-point oil 2 tbsp butter 2 cloves garlic, smashed Fresh thyme or rosemary (optiona...

A pretty-in-pink Valentine's Day mocktail that feels special but is super easy to make! Ingredients ½ cup strawberry juice or strawberry purée ¼ cup cranberry juice 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1-2 tsp honey or simple syrup (to taste) ½ cup sparkling water or lemon soda Ice Optional garnish: fre...

These crunchy, light-as-air peppermint meringue cookies make for a delicious, festive treat. Ingredients 1 lb fresh strawberries (firm, ripe, with stems) 8 oz chocolate (semi-sweet, dark, milk, or white) Optional toppings: crushed nuts, sprinkles, shredded coconut, white chocolate drizzle Instructions 1. Prep the straw...

These homemade heart-shaped pizzas are a fun Valentine's Day activity--and they're pretty tasty, too. This recipe is fully homemade, but pre-made pizza dough would speed things up if needed. Ingredients For the dough 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet) 1 cup warm water (about 110°F) 1 tsp sugar 2 ½ cu...

These cake pops are a tasty and easy V-day treat! Ingredients 1 boxed vanilla or chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box) ¾ cup frosting (vanilla, chocolate, or cream cheese) 24-30 lollipop sticks 12 oz candy melts or white chocolate, pink/red (or white + food coloring) Valentine's sprinkles, hear...

These sliders are fast, tasty, and can serve a crowd! Make them your own with your favorite toppings. Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 12 slider buns 6 slices cheddar or American cheese, halved 2 tbsp butter, melted Opti...

These mini cucumber sandwiches are tasty, bright and fresh--wonderful for snacking and sharing. Ingredients 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced 8 slices soft white or wheat sandwich bread 4 oz cream cheese, softened 2 tbsp butter, softened 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped (optional but elite) 1 tsp lemon juice Salt and ...

These loaded fries are delicious any night--and they would make for a great Super Bowl snack this weekend. Ingredients Frozen or fresh fries (crinkle, shoestring, or waffle all work) Olive oil Salt + black pepper Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend) Cooked bacon, chopped Green onions, sliced Sour cream ...

This easy lasagna is a nice and warm classic, perfect for dinner on a chilly night. Ingredients 9 lasagna noodles 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce 1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese 1 egg 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp Ital...

These rice crispy treats are a delicious, no-bake, and classic dessert. Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows (about 6 cups) ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 6 cups crispy rice cereal Pinch of salt Optional: chocolate chips, sprinkles, or toppings of your choice Instructions 1. Melt the butt...

These buttery, chewy blondies are melt-in-your-mouth delicious! Ingredients ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, w...

This homemade breakfast is sure to be a sweet start to your day! It's a homemade take on a favorite classic. Ingredients Pastry 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tbsp sugar 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed 1/4-1/3 cup ice water Filling 3/4 cup thick jam or preserves (strawberry, blueberry, raspberry-d...

These sheet pan nachos are easy, delicious and perfect for sharing. Ingredients Tortilla chips (thick-cut work best) 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey (or black beans for vegetarian) 1 packet taco seasoning (or DIY) 1-1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend) 1 can black beans, drained and rin...

If you're snowed in, or just craving a classic, a PB&J always does the trick! You can substitute peanut butter for your favorite spread, and even add bananas, honey, or marshmallow fluff for a fun twist. Ingredients 2 slices of sourdough or thick white bread 1-2 tbsp creamy peanut butter (or spread of choice) 1 tbs...

This vegetable soup is easy and makes for a warm, hearty meal with plenty of leftovers. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 1 zucchini, chopped 1 cup green beans or frozen peas 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes 4 cups vegetable broth 1 t...