Easy DIY Recipes

Scallops with Pappardelle, Bacon, and Asparagus Ingredients 8–10 large sea scallops, patted very dry 8 ounces pappardelle pasta 4 slices bacon, chopped 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces or left in spears 2…

Butterscotch Chewies Ingredients 3 cups brown sugar, for deep caramel-like sweetness 1 1/2 cups butter, melted, for a rich and chewy texture 3 large eggs, to help bind the batter 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, for warm sweet…

Charcuterie Dip is an easy, savory appetizer that turns classic charcuterie board flavors into a simple scoopable dish. It combines cubed salami, creamy mozzarella, sharp cheddar, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and…

Smothered Stacked Beef Enchiladas Rancheras are a bold, hearty, New Mexico–style comfort dish made with soft corn tortillas, seasoned ground beef, warm enchilada sauce, and melted cheese. Instead of rolling the tortillas, this recipe layers…

Ugly Duckling Cake Ingredients 1 box yellow cake mix, 15 ounces, for the soft cake base 1 can fruit cocktail in juice, 15 ounces, including the juice for moisture and fruity sweetness 2 large eggs, to help bind the cake…

Beef Empanadas with Creamy Avocado Salsa Ingredients For the Beef Empanadas: 1 pound ground beef, for a rich and savory filling 1/2 small onion, diced finely 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin, for warm earthy…

Italian Zucchini Soup is a warm, rustic, vegetable-rich soup made with tender zucchini, sweet onions, garlic, basil, tomatoes, chickpeas, and delicate pasta. It has the comforting feeling of a homemade Italian soup, but it still tastes…

Homemade Pupusas are warm, thick Salvadoran stuffed flatbreads made from soft masa harina dough and filled with melty cheese, refried beans, seasoned pork, or a combination of all three. They are simple in ingredients, but deeply comforting…

Lemon Raspberry Cookies are soft, bright, and beautifully fruity cookies with a fresh balance of citrus and berry flavor. The lemon juice and zest give the dough a clean, sunny taste, while the frozen raspberries add little pockets of tart…

Spaghetti Salad Supreme is a colorful, refreshing cold pasta salad made with tender spaghetti, crisp vegetables, Italian dressing, and savory pasta seasoning. It is simple to prepare, but the flavor becomes brighter and deeper after…