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Butter Chicken Pizza
This Indian fusion butter chicken pizza comes together in under 25 minutes using leftovers for an easy, flavorful weeknight dinner!
Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Middle Eastern street food meets easy weeknight dinner in this chicken shawarma bowl recipe! It’s packed with flavor and ready in less than an hour.
Baked Bruschetta Dip
This creamy baked bruschetta dip is a delicious upscale appetizer that’s perfect for date nights and summer dinner parties.
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!
Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
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.
Chipotle Mayo
Make this chipotle mayo in 5 minutes or less for a delicious spread, sauce, or dip you can use with all your favorite foods!