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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 […]
Golden on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, these Chicken Fritters are the perfect blend of comfort and flavor. Each bite bursts with the savory richness of ground chicken, the creamy melt of cheddar, and the aromatic notes of garlic, onion, and fresh parsley. Lightly crisped in olive oil, they deliver that irresistible […]
Rich, savory, and melt-in-your-mouth tender, this Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak brings classic diner comfort straight to your kitchen. Juicy beef patties, seasoned with herbs and onion, are lightly seared to lock in flavor before simmering low and slow in a velvety onion-infused gravy. As the hours pass, the patties absorb every nuance of the sauce, […]