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Overnight Soft Pretzel Recipe
This overnight soft pretzel recipe yields perfectly chewy, malty, savory pretzels in just 14 hours from start to finish! They’re the best game day snack when you’re craving brewery or pub style eats, especially paired with our silky beer cheese dip.
How To Make The Best Nachos Every Time
Wondering what’s the best way to make nachos? We’ve made (and eaten) countless nacho platters over the years and have it down to a science in this detailed, easy-to-follow guide.
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls (Air Fryer Recipe)
These crispy buffalo chicken egg rolls are the newest addition to our game day lineup.
Hawaiian Roll Philly Cheesesteak Sliders with Homemade Cheese Sauce
These easy Philly cheesesteak sliders are made with Hawaiian rolls and a homemade cheese sauce.
Product Review: Cosori Iconic Stainless Steel Air Fryer
Our thoughts and review of the Cosori Iconic Stainless Steel Air Fryer after testing it out with a variety of foods.
What’s Been Cooking: August 2026
Summer isn’t over just yet! As much as we’re excited for soup season and football to be back soon, we’ve been doing all we can to soak up the last bits of summer this August.
Buffalo Artichoke Dip (Vegetarian Buffalo Dip)
Our buffalo artichoke dip is a vegetarian version of our creamy buffalo chicken dip and is even easier to make! 5 ingredients, 5 to 10 minutes of prep, and 30 minutes in the oven is all it takes to make our new favorite vegetarian game day appetizer.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga Tacos
These chicken tinga tacos use our slow cooker chicken tinga recipe for a quick and easy taco night that you can enjoy any night of the week.
How To Make Homemade Corn Tortillas For Tacos
Making homemade corn tortillas from scratch really isn’t as hard as it may seem, in fact, it’s a pretty easy, and super forgiving recipe – even poorly made homemade tortillas are better than what you can buy at the store.
Spicy Green Shakshuka With Tomatillos
Our Mexican verde sauce inspired green shakshuka is bright, flavorful, cozy, and comforting all in one dish.
What’s Been Cooking: July 2026
Summer always seems to go by too quickly, especially here in Vermont (we’ve already spotted some leaves changing color 👀).
Quick and Easy Spinach Artichoke Pizza
Our spinach and artichoke pizza is a quick and easy dinner for date night, game days, or any time you’re craving homemade pizza.
High Protein Chicken Tinga Nachos
Bold, flavorful chicken tinga nachos come together quickly for an easy meal or game day appetizer in just 15 minutes, thanks to leftover crockpot chicken tinga! Make these next time you’re craving savory, spicy loaded nachos.
Poblano and Potato Tacos with Chili Lime Crema
Cheesy potato and poblano tacos with chili lime crema are an easy vegetarian dinner you can make in just 30 minutes! We love these in the summertime when we’re craving bold flavors and meat-free meals.
High Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Acai Bowl
With 39 grams of protein per bowl, these high protein chocolate peanut butter acai bowls are a fresh, filling, and healthy start to the day that take just 10 minutes to make!
What’s Been Cooking: June 2026
Summer is officially here! June was full of fun adventures and delicious treats, the way this time of year should be.
Strawberry Fruit Dip (No Fluff!)
It takes only 5 minutes and 4 ingredients to make our strawberry fruit dip for the perfect summer, sweet treat.
Creamy Risotto With Homemade Pesto
This creamy pesto risotto cooks perfectly every time with our tested-and-perfected method! Made with our simple nut-free basil pesto, it’s earthy, fresh, and deliciously flavorful - ideal for summer date nights and dinner parties.
Thick And Creamy Sweet Vidalia Onion Dip
We’ve made a thick and creamy vidalia sweet onion dip that pairs perfectly with kettle chips for the ultimate game day, summer cookout, or even date night dip.