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Chilaquiles Rojos With Eggs

Chilaquiles rojos, or red chilaquiles, are an easy and nutritious meal you can enjoy anytime of day.

Fried Shrimp Tacos

Craving an easy, fresh, and light summer dinner? These fried shrimp tacos feature corn tortillas, chipotle mayo, and a bright slaw and come together in under 30 minutes.

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Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto, Mozzarella, and Spinach

Make this 5-minute grilled chicken sandwich with sun-dried tomato pesto, mozzarella, and spinach for a satisfying lunch, whether you’re heading to the office or going on a picnic!

This ultra creamy sun-dried tomato pesto will be your new favorite ingredient! It comes together in less than 10 minutes and tastes delicious on absolutely everything, from sandwiches to pasta to grilled chicken.

Spanish Fried Cauliflower (Coliflor Rebozada)

This fried cauliflower is one of our favorite Spanish style tapas dishes! Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and the most craveable way to eat your veggies.

Bacon Cream Cheese Jalapeno Poppers

These easy jalapeno poppers are stuffed with garlic herb cream cheese and crispy bacon for a simple, flavor-packed game day appetizer.

Gin Mojito

Say hello to your new favorite summer cocktail! Our gin mojito is an herbal twist on a classic that’s made with fresh basil instead of mint for bright and fresh summer flavor.

Coconut Shrimp With Sweet And Spicy Dipping Sauce

Crispy coconut shrimp with sweet chili dipping sauce is an easy tropical appetizer that you’ll be craving all summer long.

24 Fresh Tomato Recipes To Enjoy This Summer

From pasta dinners and pizzas to sandwiches, burgers, and salsas, there are truly so many recipes that taste better during tomato season.

Southwest Egg Rolls

These crispy southwest egg rolls are the perfect summer appetizer! Serve them with a simple 3-ingredient lime crema for fresh, zesty flavor.

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

This mouthwatering Nashville hot chicken sandwich is crispy, super spicy, and topped with a crunchy pickled slaw for next-level flavor! Make it for dinner when you’re craving the comfort of southern style fried chicken.

Greek Yogurt Dessert Parfait

This cool and refreshing Greek yogurt dessert parfait is built with perfect red, white, and blue layers for a festive summer treat that comes together with little effort.

Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes

Rich and creamy air fryer twice baked potatoes are easy to make in a small batch, in less time than it takes to bake in a traditional oven! They’re comforting, decadent, and the perfect side dish for any occasion.

Pineapple Coconut Margarita

This pineapple coconut margarita will make you feel like you’re on a tropical vacation! Shake, strain, and serve it on the rocks this summer for a refreshing treat that pairs well with tacos and sunshine.