Grilled Corn Chowder With Potatoes And Bacon

Grilled corn chowder is a delicious soup recipe with sweet grilled corn, red peppers, potatoes, bacon, and fresh thyme. I’ve been making this corn chowder for years, and somehow I never get tired of it. The flavor is so comforting — sweet grilled corn, smoky bacon, and earthy thyme all simmering together until the whole kitchen smells irresistible. It’s one of those recipes I find myself craving the moment corn season rolls around....

December 24, 2025 · 6 min · 1118 words · Joan Yamamoto

Harissa Hummus

This harissa hummus is a mildly spicy and flavorful Middle Eastern take on traditional hummus. Make it with our easy homemade harissa, or use a store-bought version. It’s a delicious dip or spread for snack boards and sandwiches, and it takes just 15 minutes to make! Hummus is one of those dips I make on repeat, and this harissa hummus is what I turn to when I want to shake things up....

December 24, 2025 · 7 min · 1380 words · Elizabeth Short

Homemade Italian Salad Dressing (5 Minute Recipe!)

Homemade Italian dressing is easy to make and tastes SO MUCH better than store-bought. It’s made in just 5 minutes with kitchen-staple ingredients and keeps well for weeks, so you can make a quick and delicious salad whenever you want. Despite its name, Italian dressing is an American creation, inspired by Italian flavors rather than originating in Italy. I make mine with olive oil, wine vinegar, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning, which gives it that bright, zesty kick I’m always after....

December 24, 2025 · 4 min · 694 words · Tara Gifford

Lemon Blueberry Pancakes

Brighten your morning with these lemon blueberry pancakes for breakfast! They’re light and fluffy, and bursting with lemon and blueberry flavor. They’re simple to make, and if you heat a couple of pans on the stove, you’ll have a full stack to serve in just 35 minutes. These fluffy, full-flavor lemon blueberry pancakes are made from scratch with real ingredients. They’re my go-to pancake recipe for slower mornings when I want breakfast to feel a little special without much extra effort....

December 24, 2025 · 5 min · 916 words · Bonnie Marshall

Mexican Mule (aka: Tequila Mule)

If you like a Moscow mule, you will love this Mexican mule version. It’s made with tequila, lime juice, and ginger beer for a refreshing cocktail. It’s easy to make in just five minutes. This tequila mule is my favorite way to switch things up from the classic Moscow version. It has all the familiar elements I love—bright lime, spicy ginger beer, and that frosty copper mug—but swapping in tequila gives it a bolder, more spirited edge that really shines....

December 24, 2025 · 3 min · 485 words · Robert Winebrenner

Mexican Quinoa Soup

This hearty and comforting one-pot Mexican quinoa soup is layered with the robust flavors of chorizo sausage in a deep, delicious broth that uses salsa instead of some tomatoes. The result is a fresh and bold soup! This is a hearty soup for those days when I don’t feel like cooking but still want something satisfying and delicious on the table fast. It’s loaded with Mexican-inspired flavors from spicy fresh chorizo, quinoa, black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and corn, all coming together in one easy pot with minimal cleanup....

December 24, 2025 · 6 min · 1098 words · Arthur Lawerence

Paleo Cauliflower Fried Rice

This paleo fried rice is an insanely delicious spin on a Chinese takeout favorite. It’s a veggie-loaded version made with cauliflower, eggs, your favorite veggies, garlic, ginger, cashews, and sesame seeds. It’s an easy-to-make main or side dish, and it’s ready in just 25 minutes! This cauliflower fried rice is one of those recipes that works just as well as a main dish as it does as a side. It’s packed with flavor thanks to fresh ginger, garlic, green onions, and a drizzle of sesame oil — nothing bland or boring about it....

December 24, 2025 · 5 min · 1038 words · John Barker

Pistachio Pesto Zucchini Noodles With Pomegranate

These pesto zucchini noodles are a celebration of summer’s best! Tender zucchini noodles are tossed in an easy kale pesto and topped with pistachios and pomegranate arils. It’s a simple but delicious meal, and it’s ready in just 20 minutes! If you’re craving a light and delicious meal that you can twirl around a fork, you’ve got to try these pesto zucchini noodles. It’s what we make in the heat of summer when zucchini and basil are in season....

December 24, 2025 · 6 min · 1107 words · John Welsh

Roasted Radishes With Miso Butter

Roasted radishes are the perfect side dish to welcome in spring. They make a delicious alternative to potatoes, and they’re also incredibly vibrant and pretty. Our secret is to coat them in miso butter, which makes them truly unbelievable! Have you ever eaten roasted radishes? If not, what are you waiting for?! The crisp, peppery bite of radishes that makes them such great salad toppers is mellowed out when you roast them, so the natural sugars stand out....

December 24, 2025 · 5 min · 990 words · Hazel Bishop

Rustic Tomato Tart With Goat Cheese And Mascarpone Filling

I’ve been making this rustic tomato tart for years, and it’s one of my go-to recipes for showcasing peak-season tomatoes. The creamy blend of goat cheese and mascarpone in the filling makes every bite rich, tangy, and absolutely irresistible. This tomato tart hits that sweet spot between effortless and impressive. Flaky pastry is the perfect base for juicy summer tomatoes, and the creamy filling takes it completely over the top. I mix goat cheese and mascarpone with a little fresh rosemary and lemon zest, and honestly, the filling is good enough to eat by the spoonful....

December 24, 2025 · 10 min · 2026 words · Alfred Nixon

Smoky Guacamole With Chipotle Peppers In Adobo Sauce

Smoky guacamole is easy to make and so delicious. It has a subtle smoky flavor and a little spice from the chipotle peppers. You’ll love it! This smoky guacamole recipe is truly next-level. If you haven’t tried adding chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to your guacamole, let’s change that. The wonderful, smoky flavor they add is incredible! This is a recipe that we’ve been making for years, and we still love it....

December 24, 2025 · 5 min · 876 words · Jose Poynter

Strawberry Vinaigrette (strawberry Salad Dressing)

This strawberry vinaigrette is a delicious, summery-tasting salad dressing recipe made with fresh strawberries, oil, vinegar, and a little honey. It’s made in just 5 minutes, and its sweet-tart flavor is irresistible! Strawberry salad dressing is one of those little kitchen wins that instantly makes a meal feel special. It’s light and fresh, a little sweet and a little tart, with a subtle creamy texture that tastes like summer in a jar....

December 24, 2025 · 4 min · 654 words · Lula Sims

Vegan Green Bean Casserole

Here’s a creamy, cozy vegan green bean casserole that rivals the classic. With a savory mushroom sauce, tender green beans, and a crispy panko topping, it’s the perfect holiday side dish that everyone can enjoy. With simple ingredients, it’s easy to make and ready in an hour! This is my take on the classic green bean casserole, and if you grew up loving the original, this version is every bit as comforting and satisfying....

December 24, 2025 · 4 min · 727 words · Marian Warriner

Watermelon Margarita

This delicious watermelon margarita is the best thing this summer. Fresh watermelon juice (made in your blender!) is mixed with tequila, lime juice, (jalapeño, if you’re feeling daring), and honey simple syrup for the best margarita ever. Make one for yourself or a pitcher to share with friends! Get ready to celebrate, friends — this watermelon margarita is about to be your drink of the summer. It’s easy to make, refined sugar-free, and dangerously delicious....

December 24, 2025 · 5 min · 923 words · Robert Mason

Camping Recipes (our Tried And True Favorites!)

Summers are meant for spending outdoors. When we camp (which is often) we love to eat well but we also want easy camping recipes. Here you’ll find all of our tried and true camping recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and even drinks. A lot of the recipes that we make at home we also make when we go camping. The best camping recipes are easy ones that are made in one pot, cook quickly, and require little prep....

December 23, 2025 · 7 min · 1321 words · Melody Rhoads

Caramel Macchiato (starbucks Copycat

You can make a creamy, flavorful caramel macchiato at home! This is my go-to pick-me-up when I want something comforting and a little indulgent. I’ve mastered the method for making your own vanilla syrup and caramel drizzle—it’s easier than you think (or you can use store-bought). Plus, you can even make it without an espresso machine. Let me show you how it’s done. There is something extra special about making your favorite store-bought treat at home....

December 23, 2025 · 6 min · 1248 words · Maria Richards

Carrot Noodles With Peanut Sauce

These carrot noodles with Thai peanut sauce are truly down-to-the-last-bite delicious! The soft inside, crispy outside pan-fried tofu, crunchy peanuts, and perfectly cooked carrot noodles are so good. You have got to try this! These carrot noodles are coated in a warm, deeply flavorful Thai peanut sauce made with red Thai curry paste, and the combination is hard to resist. The carrot noodles turn tender while still keeping a little bite, and they’re balanced with crisp bell peppers, crunchy bean sprouts, and peanuts for contrast....

December 23, 2025 · 7 min · 1283 words · Clair Decosta

Chimichurri Sauce Recipe

This chimichurri sauce recipe is bold, bright, and versatile, livening up your meals. Our version features fresh parsley, sherry vinegar, olive oil, a generous amount of garlic, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. It’s simple to make with mostly pantry ingredients, and it’s ready in just 5 minutes! Chimichurri is all about balance. The fresh parsley brings a pleasant bitterness that cuts through rich, savory foods, while garlic, olive oil, and vinegar add just enough bite to wake everything up....

December 23, 2025 · 4 min · 753 words · Janice Oconnor

Curry Corn On The Cob With Mango Chutney Butter

Corn is basted in an easy-to-make mango chutney butter and sprinkled with curry powder then grilled to sweet, charred perfection in this delicious curry corn on the cob recipe. It takes just minutes to add this flavorful twist to a classic summer side dish! When corn makes its summer debut, you’ll find us firing up the grill in our backyard, enjoying all the sweet corn we can lay our hands on!...

December 23, 2025 · 4 min · 716 words · Andrew Thompson

Green Goddess Chicken

Green goddess chicken is juicy and deliciously flavorful. Chicken thighs are marinated in our favorite green goddess dressing and then quickly cooked in a pan. It’s a dinner recipe that’s easy to make and big on flavor. This green goddess chicken is one of those recipes that feels simple but tastes anything but. I marinate the chicken in my favorite green goddess dressing , then quickly sear it in a hot pan....

December 23, 2025 · 4 min · 757 words · Bernadette Shield