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Cast Iron Chicken Fajitas For Two
Our cast iron chicken fajitas come together with only 20 minutes of hands-on cooking to create the perfect summer dinner on the patio.
Pineapple Coconut Water Mocktail
This simple 4-ingredient pineapple coconut water mocktail is the perfect refreshing, non-alcoholic drink to enjoy all summer long.
Spicy Chorizo Nachos With Jalapenos And Chipotle Mayo
Savory, hearty chorizo nachos with spicy jalapenos and chipotle mayo are the coziest comfort food appetizer or dinner for two! They’re ready in just 25 minutes and pair well with a margarita for a spicy date night in.
Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta With Parmesan and Basil
Make this creamy sun dried tomato pesto pasta in just 15 minutes for a flavorful weeknight dinner! It’s the perfect low effort, high reward meal when you’re craving elevated comfort and classic Italian flavors.
10 Minute Spicy Pizza Sauce Recipe With Calabrian Chilis
Spicy pizza sauce is the key to leveling up homemade pizza nights! Chopped Calabrian chilies and red pepper flakes bring fiery heat to a traditional tomato sauce that will ignite your tastebuds.
Buffalo Chicken Calzone
Make this savory buffalo chicken calzone for a comforting high protein dinner! One calzone serves 2 people perfectly - make the full recipe and you’ll have dinner two nights in a row with just 35 minutes of cooking.
Bacon Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe (Cold!)
This creamy bacon jalapeno popper dip is the perfect easy appetizer for football Sundays! It comes together in just 20 minutes and is served cold, so you can make it ahead of time without any fuss.
Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake Recipe
This creamy chicken and broccoli pasta bake is the perfect dinner for two with leftovers! It’s ready in just 45 minutes and full of cozy, comforting flavors you’ll want to dig into before it’s even out of the oven.
Butternut Squash and Carrot Soup
A creamy, cozy butternut squash and carrot soup you can make in under an hour.
BBQ Pulled Pork Dip
Make this creamy BBQ pulled pork dip with just 4 ingredients for your next game day party! It’s the perfect combination of sweet and savory, with plenty of cheesy goodness to dig into with your favorite chips.
Elote Pizza
This elote pizza is sweet, savory, and tangy with a hint of chili, just like Mexican street corn! It’s such a fun option for pizza night, especially during peak corn season.
Vermont Burger
This fall inspired Vermont burger brings together a crisp apple slaw, bacon, cheddar cheese, and real maple syrup for an irresistible, unique date night dinner.
High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip (Made With Cottage Cheese!)
This creamy high protein buffalo chicken dip with cottage cheese comes together quickly in just 20 minutes! Make it for a game day appetizer or party snack when you’re craving a cheesy dip.
Spicy Air Fryer Cauliflower Tacos
Air fryer cauliflower tacos with a spicy chipotle glaze and fresh toppings are the perfect vegetarian dinner for two! We love making these for a date night at home, paired with a cold margarita.
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.
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.
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.