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Bold, smoky, and luxuriously creamy, this Green Chili Dip puts roasted Hatch chiles front and center—balancing hot and mild peppers for heat that’s exciting, not overwhelming. A plush base of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and mayonnaise carries garlic and cumin so every bite is deep, savory, and a little addictive. Baked until bubbling and finished […]
Buckeye Dip takes the heart of an Ohio buckeye candy—peanut butter and chocolate—and turns it into a silky, crowd-size bowl of comfort. A tangy cream-cheese base meets lush peanut butter and a snowfall of mini chips, then it all hides beneath a crackly Magic Shell you tap to shatter. It’s sweet-salty, creamy-crunchy, nostalgic yet downright […]
Creamy Lemon Dill Pasta Salad Ingredients 16 oz (1 lb / 454 g) rotini pasta ¾ cup (180 ml) mayonnaise ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream or Mexican crema 4 Tbsp red wine vinegar, divided 2 Tbsp dried dill 1½ tsp lemon pepper 1½ tsp granulated sugar 1 lemon (juice; slices for garnish optional) 1 […]
Spicy Cilantro Lime Chicken Ingredients (Serves 4) 1½ lb (680 g) chicken tenders (or chicken breast cut into strips) ⅓ cup (80 ml) zhoug sauce (cilantro–chile sauce) Kosher salt, to taste (start with ¾–1 tsp if the sauce isn’t very salty) 1–2 Tbsp (15–30 ml) olive oil, for the pan Instructions Marinate: Add the […]
This Mexican-Style Tri-Tip Roast with Potatoes & Carrots transforms a classic comfort roast into a vibrant, soulful dish layered with bold flavors. Slow-cooked with smoky guajillo chile paste, fire-roasted tomatoes, and aromatic spices, the tender beef soaks up every bit of the rich, spiced broth. Sweet carrots and creamy potatoes balance the gentle heat from […]
Rich, hearty, and irresistibly comforting, Garlic Butter Beef and Spinach Tortellini is the kind of dish that feels like a warm embrace on a cold evening. Tender cheese-filled pasta meets juicy, seasoned ground beef, all coated in a silky garlic butter sauce that’s both indulgent and satisfying. Fresh spinach adds a touch of brightness, while […]
Golden, crispy tortillas embrace a molten core of sharp cheddar, creamy colby jack, smoky bacon, and juicy ranch-marinated chicken in these indulgent Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas. Every bite is a perfect balance of textures—crunch meeting gooey melt—while layers of tangy homemade ranch sauce and pickled jalapeños cut through the richness with a lively zing. This […]
Golden, crisp, and filled with creamy decadence, Cheesecake Taquitos are a delightful fusion of comfort and indulgence. The velvety cheesecake filling—infused with tangy sour cream and aromatic vanilla—is wrapped in a soft tortilla, coated in buttery cinnamon sugar, and baked to a warm, golden finish. Each bite offers a harmonious contrast of textures: crisp on […]
Cipolini Pomodorini a Polpette over Capellini (Nonna-style sweet tomato sauce with meatballs) Yield 4–6 servings Ingredients Sauce 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced (or 8–10 cipollini, sliced) 2 Tbsp unsalted butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 bay leaf 2 Tbsp tomato paste 2–3 Tbsp Rossi Vermouth (or other dry vermouth/white […]
Smoked Pork & Hatch Green Chile Burritos Yield 4 hearty burritos Ingredients 4 large flour tortillas (12″) 2 cups smoked pork shoulder, shredded and warmed 1½ cups Ness Farms refried beans, warmed 1–1½ cups Hatch medium-hot green chiles, roasted and sliced 1½ cups sharp cheddar, freshly shredded Optional: sour cream, salsa/green chile sauce, hot sauce […]