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Mango Pineapple Salsa with Avocado
Sweet, spicy, and full of fresh flavor, this tropical salsa is a breeze to make and perfect with chips, tacos, or grilled meats!
Southern Style Green Beans and New Potatoes
Slow-simmered in a rich, smoky broth with tender new potatoes and crispy bacon, these Southern-style green beans are pure comfort in a pot.
Pickled Cabbage Slaw
Tangy, crunchy, and just the right amount of spicy, this quick pickled cabbage slaw (Curtido) is the perfect taco topper or BBQ side.
Au Gratin Potatoes
Golden, bubbly, and loaded with cheesy, garlicky goodness, this creamy au gratin potatoes recipe is pure comfort.
Apple Pecan Spinach Salad
Crisp apples, crunchy pecans, and tangy goat cheese come together in this fresh, vibrant salad.
Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor, this hot spinach artichoke dip is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Quiche Lorraine
Rich, savory, and wrapped in a flaky, buttery crust, this classic Quiche Lorraine is a brunch favorite! Packed with smoky bacon, creamy gruyère, and a velvety custard, it’s perfect for any meal.
Apple Cranberry Chicken Salad
This creamy, crunchy Cranberry Apple Chicken Salad is sweet, tangy, and packed with flavor! Perfect for sandwiches, salads, or wraps—easy to make and even better the next day!
Classic Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers, but better! This recipe swaps out bitter greens for sweet, colorful bell peppers, packed with a hearty, flavorful filling.
Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Orange & Thyme
Creamy, buttery, and perfectly balanced with bright orange zest and savory thyme, this mashed sweet potato recipe is an easy, flavor-packed side for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts alike!
Texas Style Kolaches - Savory Sausage Klobasneks
These Texas sausage kolaches (klobasneks) are soft, buttery, and stuffed with smoky sausage—perfect for breakfast or a hearty snack.
Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Lemon Butter Caper Sauce
This Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Lemon Caper Sauce is a restaurant-worthy dish that’s surprisingly easy to make at home.
Classic Wedge Salad with Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing
Crisp, refreshing, and indulgent, this Classic Wedge Salad combines crunchy lettuce, smoky bacon, juicy tomatoes, and tangy blue cheese dressing—steakhouse flavor made easy at home.
Orange Cranberry Rice Pilaf
This Orange-Cranberry Rice Pilaf is a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors.
Roasted Cornish Hens
Juicy, golden-brown Cornish hens roasted with garlic, herbs, and crispy skin—easy enough for a weeknight, elegant enough for a dinner party.
Shrimp and Cheese Grits
Creamy, cheesy, and packed with Cajun spice, this Southern Shrimp & Grits is pure comfort in a bowl! Easy to make and loaded with bold flavors, it’s perfect for brunch, dinner, or a cozy gathering.
How to Make Creamy Southern Cheese Grits
Creamy, cheesy, and full of Southern comfort, these grits are pure bliss in a bowl.
Homemade Croutons
These homemade croutons are crunchy, garlicky bites of perfection that elevate any salad or soup.
Old-Fashioned American Goulash
This old-fashioned American goulash recipe is a delicious one-pot meal with tender pasta, hearty ground beef, and a rich tomato-based sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Hatch Pork Green Chile
Cozy up with Hatch Green Chile Stew! Smoky roasted Hatch chiles, tender pork, and bold spices create the ultimate New Mexico-inspired comfort food.