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Easy Comfort Food Recipes for Everyone

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We all have our own ideas about what makes a dish comforting. For some of us, it’s the melty,cheesy goodness of chicken Parmesan or macaroni and cheese. For others, it’s the stick-to-your-ribs feeling you get when you tuck into a pile of potatoes or pasta. There’s one thing we can all agree on, though—and that’s the idea that comfort food shouldn’t be a hassle. That’s why we love these no-fuss recipes. They’re flavorful and satisfying.

They’re exactly what you want to eat when you’re in the mood for some good, old-fashioned comfort. At the same time, they’re also completely doable. From baked pasta and meatloaf to fried chicken and pizza, you’ll be cooking up all your favorites in no time. Looking for a place to start? We recommend chili mac. This version is inspired by the flavors of Texas chili—cubed beef, chiles, spice and no beans. Traditional Texas chili takes hours to achieve a super-tender beef texture. Its famous long-simmered flavor also requires time. So, we turned to the pressure cooker to help bring it together quickly. We also brought in that creamy queso-dip secret ingredient (processed cheese) for a perfect velvety finish to our dish.

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Delicious Irish Dishes for St. Patrick’s Day

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Our Best Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day

If you’re a fan of hearty fare like potatoes and stew, then you probably look forward to March 17th. We look forward to it as much as you do. Sure, it’s fun to kick off the American holiday version with green appetizers. Treat yourself to a festive St. Patrick’s Day dessert and cocktail. However, the best part of this day is digging into a plate piled high with dishes that celebrate Irish cuisine. For some of us, that means cooking up inspired classics like corned beef and cabbage or shepherd’s pie. For others, it’s all about sticking to tradition and making authentic colcannon or boxty. You can choose any method to pay tribute to the food and cooking of the Emerald Isle. We’re sure these recipes will come in handy. We’ve rounded up everything from Guinness-infused bites. There are cute, shamrock-shaped scones. Other options include Irish coddle and soda bread. We’re sure you’re going to love each and every recipe. A must-make no matter how you celebrate? This 5-star corned beef and cabbage. It requires a bit of time and effort but the leftover corned beef makes for excellent hash the next day.

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Light and Bright Spring Dinner Ideas

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These quick and simple recipes are perfect for celebrating the change of season. They range from satisfying mains that are a little lighter and brighter. Additionally, there are easy sides made with the season’s best veggies.

Our Best Spring Dinner Recipes

Spring has sprung and, along with it, a bounty of fresh produce that’s perfect for family weeknight dinners. Tender spears of asparagus are ready. Flavorful artichokes are waiting. Stalks of oh-so-versatile rhubarb are set to supplement the cold-weather staples still stocked in your kitchen. We couldn’t be more excited about the new season. We have new recipes for the rotation. So, we’ve rounded up all our best ideas. We start with this lighter, brighter take on a family favorite: golden-brown chicken cutlets. This dish features a rich, creamy sauce. It includes fresh spring peas. It perfectly represents the transition from winter to spring.

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Ultimate Super Bowl Snack Ideas for Game Day

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Be the MVP of game-day eats with these party-perfect snacks. You can choose wings, dips, nachos, or guac. These recipes are guaranteed to make this your best Super Bowl spread yet.

Our Best Super Bowl Snack Ideas

It’s the biggest game of the season and you’re no doubt expecting a houseful of hungry fans. Even if you’ve enlisted the help of your guest and are planning a potluck-style spread of all the classics. These include chili, chicken wings, and fun desserts. You’re going to need to make a few snacks and small bites for your party, too. You’ll find all the recipes you need in this roundup. We’ve got dips, jalapeno poppers, pigs in a blanket and more. A guaranteed winner? This flaky, golden ring of crescent dough, packed with all the flavors of a cheesy, chicken enchilada. It’s portable (so your guests can eat by the television!) and sure to please — making it perfect for parties.

Football Cheese Ball and Charcuterie Board

This fun board will feed the whole team and then some. You can prep the fruit and vegetables earlier in the day. Make the cheeseball in advance, too. Then, all you have to do is put everything together on the board before the big game. If you have one, a large wooden carving board is ideal. Ensure it has a well around the edge that catches carving juices. You can tuck the folded charcuterie in the well. This helps it stand up and create the edge of your “stadium.”

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Quick and Simple Dinner Ideas in One Pot

Satisfy your craving for a home-cooked meal—without making a sinkful of dirty dishes.

  • Simple, Perfect Chili
  • Creamy Skillet Chicken
  • One-Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni
  • Chicken Pot Pie

Dinner, with Less Mess

There’s no denying that the least exciting part of cooking is cleaning up the mess afterwards. Whether you tackle a good, old-fashioned Sunday supper or a simple weeknight meal, it feels like the dirty pots, pans and plates always pile up fast. That’s where these one-pot wonders come in. Grab your favorite casserole dish to make a dump dinner, break out the cast-iron skillet and whip up rustic chicken and dumplings or turn to your Instant Pot for shrimp scampi in just 20 minutes; whatever you decide, you’ll find that these recipes are wonderfully delicious—and make cleanup a breeze. Take this American version of goulash, for example. It features hearty pasta and plenty of aromatic spices (including paprika as a nod to the traditional Hungarian dish) for a comforting and complete meal that can be made entirely in your Dutch oven. What could be easier?

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51 Smoothie Recipes That Will Satisfy Your Hunger

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It’s tempting to think that making a smoothie is just throwing a bunch of ingredients into a blender. But, ask anyone who has ever had a chunky, icy or otherwise less-than-perfect sip and they’ll tell you there’s a real art to making a smoothie. Done right, smoothies boast a flavorful punch and an indulgent creaminess. Better yet, they can easily be health-ified—making them the perfect wholesome breakfast or lunch. You just need to know how to boost them with protein or other nourishing add-ins. That’s where these recipes come in.

You’ll find a myriad of options, perfect for every diet and preference (plus a few that are just downright delicious and worthy of being a midday snack or dessert). Each one is formulated to give you the perfect texture and flavor with just the push of a button. One of our favorites? You can never go wrong with a classic; strawberries and banana work together to give your drink just the right amount of sweetness and tang—and a rich, velvety consistency.

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Our 100 All-Time-Best Christmas Cookie Recipes

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Bake the Best Holiday Cookies

Whether you’re still learning the basics of cookie making or are all about using those pro baking tips you’ve mastered over the years, there’s no better time to bake from scratch than during the holidays. Whether you whip up an assortment of holiday bars and barks to pack and ship to someone special or are baking a batch of easy-to-make cookies to serve alongside homemade hot chocolate on movie night, you’ll find that cookies always spread cheer. Nut and spice cookies, fruity cookies, sugar cookies and more: we always have a hard time narrowing down our favorites (which is why this collection has 100 recipes!).

But, we have to admit that the imperfection of these festive smashed cookies places them at the top of our list. The addition of two eggs gives the centers a tender and soft texture, while the crinkled edges get ever so slightly golden and crisp. Top with a simple confectioners’ sugar glaze for a holiday treat perfect for a cookie tin — and that’s oh-so-fun to make!

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100 Easy Holiday Appetizers To Elevate Your Party

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Our Best Holiday Appetizer Recipes

If you ask us, one of the best parts of the holiday season is the snacking that happens before the main meal. Who wouldn’t want to mix up a festive cocktail or two and treat themself to an assortment of small bites before a special holiday dinner? Cheese balls and cheese logs, party-ready dips, wow-worthy platters—with so many delicious options, choosing what to make can be difficult. One of the recipes we always include in our pre-dinner spread however, is this baked brie.

We like to dress it up for the holidays; we stuff it into little golden parcels of puff pastry along with a hit of cranberry sauce and crunchy walnuts—for the ultimate sweet-and-savory bite.

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27 Traditional Holiday Cookies You’ll Want To Bake Every Year

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Traditional Christmas and Holiday Cookie Recipes

If you ask us, holiday baking season is the most wonderful time of the year. That’s when we get to break out the royal icing, sprinkles and colorful candy pieces—and give all our favorite holiday cookies an extra special touch. And, while we always make sure to include something new in our roundup, there’s nothing better than a freshly baked batch of the classics.

If you ask us, holiday baking season is the most wonderful time of the year. That’s when we get to break out the royal icing, sprinkles and colorful candy pieces—and give all our favorite holiday cookies an extra special touch. And, while we always make sure to include something new in our roundup, there’s nothing better than a freshly baked batch of the classics. We’re talking buttery shortbreads, all different types of sugar cookies and, of course, plenty of gingerbread. If looking for a handful of recipes that rely on classic flavors and tried-and-true techniques, these are the ones to add to your repertoire. You’ll find snowballs, thumbprints, biscotti and more. No matter which cookies you decide to bake, spritz are a holiday must. The green and white tie-dye effect gives these classic cookies a modern-retro look, and the red sprinkles add a bit more holiday cheer.

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The 23 Best 5-Ingredient Holiday Treats (That Anyone Can Make!)

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Festive Treats With 5 Ingredients or Less

With ambitious holiday party planning comes the potential to spend the entire time cooking in the kitchen—while your guests wonder where you are. Let’s skip all that. Instead, take the quick-and-easy route: put together something festive and enjoy your limited time together, with treats that only require a handful of ingredients. Each clocks in at just five or fewer—and will fill everyone you love, including you, with holiday cheer. One of our favorites? This reimagined take on the Yule log. Using store-bought Swiss roll cakes ensures this version is a breeze—but still impressive enough to dazzle your family and friends.

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