Easy DIY Recipes

These cookies are more than just a sweet treat—they’re a piece of childhood nostalgia wrapped in buttery perfection. Originating from the kitchens of Chicago’s public schools, they were once a treasured reward that could brighten even…

Bubbling, golden cheese. The smoky warmth of fire-roasted chiles. The rich, savory depth of spiced chorizo balanced by the tang of salsa verde. This Chile Rellenos Dip takes the soul of the classic Mexican dish and transforms it into a…

Golden, flaky, and layered with the savory perfume of slow-sautéed leeks, these biscuits are a comforting twist on a classic. Each bite brings together the earthy sweetness of tender leeks, the rich tang of sharp cheese, and the buttery…

Golden, molten, and irresistibly smooth, this Velveeta & Muenster Hatch Chile Queso is a celebration of layered Southwestern indulgence. It begins with sweet onions and fresh garlic gently coaxed to release their aroma, followed by…

Chile Colorado Burritos are a celebration of slow-crafted flavor and comforting abundance. Chunks of well-marbled beef are seared to lock in richness, then braised for hours in a smoky, brick-red sauce layered with chipotle adobo, roasted…

Sticky, garlicky, and gloriously simple, these oven-baked honey garlic sausages land squarely in the sweet-salty umami zone. A quick glaze of honey, soy, olive oil, and fresh garlic lacquers juicy Italian links while onions soften and…

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…

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…

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…

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…