Copycat Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ Sauce Recipe: Homemade Version

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I don’t insist on making everything from scratch, but I enjoy the challenge of recreating favorite store-bought items at home. This is my take on Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce. I was preparing a large batch of smoked pork when I realized I had no sauce on hand, so I quickly whipped this up. The … Read more

No-Bake Banana Split Pie Recipe for Summer Desserts

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This No-Bake Banana Split Pie is a cool, creamy dessert made for warm-weather cravings. A crisp graham cracker crust is topped with a thin chocolate layer, a cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk filling studded with crushed pineapple, sliced bananas, and a light layer of whipped topping. It tastes like a classic banana split transformed … Read more

Curried Red Lentil Vegetable Burgers (Gluten-Free Recipe)

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If you’re searching for a lentil burger recipe, these gluten-free red lentil and quinoa patties are packed with flavor and simple to prepare. Red lentils break down as they cook, creating a natural binder for quinoa, gluten-free oats, curry, and warming spices that support digestion. After I reintroduced legumes following a low FODMAP period, red … Read more

Triple Chocolate Banana Scones Recipe — Rich, Moist & Chocolatey

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Because if you’re going for chocolate, you might as well really go for chocolate. These chocolate banana scones combine cocoa powder and finely ground bittersweet chocolate in the dough, then finish with a bittersweet chocolate glaze. And because one topping wasn’t enough, there’s a peanut butter drizzle too—layers of chocolate, peanut butter, and banana. Perfect … Read more

Slow-Cooked Italian Beef Sandwiches with Tangy Au Jus

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Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches come together with minimal effort and just a handful of everyday ingredients. Tender shredded beef is piled into crusty rolls and finished with pepperoncini peppers and provolone for a tangy, melty sandwich that’s perfect for game day or an easy weeknight meal. Shredded beef sandwiches These sandwiches are bold and … Read more

Irresistible Pecan Pie Bars with Gooey Caramel Filling

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These pecan pie bars are the easiest way to enjoy a classic holiday dessert. A tender, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread crust is topped with a custard-like filling studded with chopped pecans. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas—bite-sized, portable, and crowd-pleasing. If you love pecans, try the brown butter pecan blondies, a lighter healthy pecan pie bar version, or … Read more

Roasted Chicken with Tomatoes and Artichokes: Mediterranean Recipe

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Since Hamilton arrived—the new programmable stainless steel 6‑quart crockpot—I’ve been excited to put it to work. I still love my old slow cooker, but this one’s digital controls and roomy capacity make meal prep even easier. Throw everything in before you leave, let it cook low and slow, and come home to a flavorful, fuss‑free … Read more

40+ Festive Christmas Treat Recipes for Holiday Parties

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A delicious collection of festive Christmas treats to enjoy and give as gifts, featuring peanut butter blossoms, peppermint bark, sugar-cookie martinis, gingersnaps, reindeer chow and more. Christmas Treats to Get You Festive! Ready to dive into the holiday spirit with easy, crowd-pleasing Christmas treats? From classic cookies to simple candies and holiday drinks, this collection … Read more

Authentic Korean Mandu Recipe: How to Make Traditional Dumplings

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Want to know how to make the best dumpling filling? In this recipe I share tips and techniques to create juicy, flavorful mandu that work whether you fry, steam, or simmer them in soup. Dumplings take many forms around the world; in Korean they’re called “mandu.” This guide focuses on the filling and includes a … Read more

Crispy Roasted Rutabaga with Garlic and Herbs

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Roasted rutabaga makes an easy, flavorful side dish that pairs well with anything you would serve with roasted potatoes. It’s a tasty, lower-carb alternative to potatoes. These oven-roasted rutabaga cubes become crisp and golden in about 30 minutes. Perfectly caramelized. This roasted rutabaga is included in our collection of favorite vegetable holiday side dishes, so … Read more