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Herbed Farro Pilaf

In a medium saucepan, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat. Add the pasta and cook, stirring frequently, just until it turns golden brown, about ...

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Taco Slaw

A great cabbage slaw for tacos. The local taco truck serves their chicken tacos with cabbage, cilantro, and lime. This is my attempt to recreate their...

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Fresh Pineapple Salsa

This pineapple salsa with jalapeño, bell pepper, lime juice, and cilantro is perfect with fish or chicken!...

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Refried Beans Without the Refry

Refried beans are simple to make when cooked in a slow cooker. This recipe yields flavorful, fat-free refried beans seasoned with garlic, jalapeño, a...

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Seven Layer Dip II

My mom's 7-layer dip is a big hit at all small gatherings! Refried beans are layered with guacamole, seasoned sour cream, veggies, and cheese; it's pe...

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Mexican Corn

This recipe was given to me by my aunt in Texas, where they like everything hot! Now, my family wants it for holidays, barbeques, or just by itself....

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Stuffed Acorn Squash

This acorn squash is stuffed with ground beef, pork sausage, onions, garlic, and Cheddar cheese. Serve with a tossed salad and crusty bread for a simp...

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Baked Butternut Squash

This easy baked butternut squash is delicious to eat and looks beautiful on the plate served right from the skins. Sometimes simplicity is best, and t...

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Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

With the addition of cream cheese, they are very creamy and not overly sweet....

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Balsamic Veggie Side Dishes in Three Steps or Less

These delicious veggie side dishes have a few things in common. They all embrace the tangy and sweet flavor of balsamic vinegar—and they're also all...

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Stuffed Delicata Squash

This delicious fall recipe combines the savory and sweet for a dish that warms the soul. I first made it after receiving some delicata squash from a f...

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Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges |

For this quick and easy side dish, sweet potatoes are simply cut into wedges and brushed with a simple oil mixture before cooking them on the grill fo...

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Egg Custard

Treat the family to this baked egg custard for a comforting dessert. Serve warm or leave to cool in the fridge overnight and enjoy with poached fruit....

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Sugar Plums

A big tray of glistening sugared plums is the perfect way to welcome in the winter months...

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Pear & Almond Pavlova Trifle

Combine two classic Boxing Day desserts to make this stunning pear and almond pavlova trifle....

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Gingerbread cookies

Put your feet up and enjoy these moreish gingerbread cookies with a cuppa, made with aromatic cloves, ginger, cinnamon and rich black treacle....

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Eggs Paprika Recipe

This simple dish is surprisingly tasty – and very economical too....

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Chili Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole

If you think every bowl of chili should be hidden under mounds of melty cheese and a big dollop of sour cream, then this is the casserole for you. Wit...

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Sweet Potato Sausage Lasagna

Lasagnas can do no wrong. They're the most soul satisfying food around and this one is no exception. It also proves that pasta isn't necessary. With n...

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Hoppin’ John

Hoppin' John is a hearty dish made by slowly simmering black-eyed peas with pork and vegetables, thought to bring luck and prosperity for the upcoming...

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Homemade Hash Brown Potatoes

If you're a fan of a hearty breakfast, this recipe is a great addition to your bacon and eggs. Upgrade your old sunny side up or add them to fried ric...

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Loaded Boursin Mashed Potatoes

These loaded boursin mashed potatoes dress up any dinner without much extra effort. Leaving the skins on gives the dish a bit of a rustic look, and it...

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Grapefruit-Rosemary Mocktail Spritz

Spritzes are delicious year-round and should be for everyone! This easy-to-make, booze-free cocktail hits all the marks. It’s tart, herby, slightly ...

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White Russian

The White Russian cocktail is among a few classic drinks that every home bartender needs in their tool belt. This three-ingredient cocktail couldn’t...

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Homemade Eggnog

Made from a mixture of beaten egg yolks, cream, and, often whiskey or rum, eggnog is the classic Christmas drink that has been around since likely as ...

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Santa Clausmopolitans

This fresh, tart cocktail is the perfect way to unwind from the holiday stress. Once the presents are wrapped and the food is ready to go, then you kn...

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Jack Frost Cocktail

Embrace the winter blues this season with this boozy and blended Jack Frost cocktail....

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Sweet Potato Oranges

These sweet potato oranges are very festive! Orange skins are filled with mashed sweet potatoes and drizzled with a sweet pecan topping....

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Rompope

Rompope is a popular holiday-time Mexican cocktail that’s sweet, creamy, and flavored with warming spices. Often bright yellow in color due to the i...

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Mulled Wine

A classic holiday drink, mulled wine is the warming, boozy beverage we love to cozy up to as soon as the weather starts to grow cold. Our classic reci...

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Non-Alcoholic Mulled Wine

When the weather outside gets frightful, we can all agree that there’s nothing nicer than curling our hands around a piping hot mug filled with a ho...

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Scotch Bonnet Chicken Soup

Chicken soup is a classic comfort food dish for many, but not everyone makes this soup the same. There are countless ways to add layers of flavor (and...

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Harissa Chickpea & Chicken Skillet

An ideal combination of spice, sweetness, and tang makes this skillet dinner taste like it took much longer than 45 minutes to prepare. Here, chickpea...

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Mushroom & Ginger Chicken Soup

My mom, a grandma for nearly a decade, levels up her simple soup with the inclusion of shiitake mushrooms and fresh ginger. Everything else is classic...

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Dumplings & Chicken Soup

Chicken breasts are used here, but you can use a mix of thighs and breasts if you prefer. Don't have dumplings? Sub in store-bought frozen gnocchi (or...

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Matzo Ball Soup

A symbolic dish of past hardships, matzo ball soup may be an essential component of the Passover feast and a recurring Hanukkah dish, but we love to e...

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Potato Kugel

The sweet noodle kugel is difficult to beat, but when we’re looking for a gluten-free version, this potato kugel gives the classic a run for its mon...

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Slow-Cooker Brisket

If you've always avoided making brisket because of how labor intensive it may seem, let us introduce a superhero: the slow cooker. This cut of beef be...

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Pavlova Cupcakes With Raspberry Sauce

Pavlovas have a crispy exterior with a soft, marshmallow-like interior, and these mini ones made into cupcakes are ideal for serving to guests....

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Matzo Brei

Truthfully, there's no limit to what you can do with matzo, from matzo icebox cake to matzo lasagna. But, if you're looking for an easy (and delicious...

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Tzimmes

If you've never tried tzimmes—an Ashkenazi Jewish stew typically made with carrots and dried fruit—it’s time to introduce this easy side dish....

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Matzo Magic Bars

If you've ever had magic bars (aka seven-layer bars), you know a great dessert doesn't have to be complicated. These matzo-based bars are a genius pla...

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Chimichurri Sauce

americas most delish A classic sauce from Argentina and Uruguay, chimichurri packs in the flavor in every spoonful. Though traditionally served with ...

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Best Classic Potato Salad

If you're looking for a classic, no-fuss potato salad to bring to all your summer picnics and BBQs, your search stops here. Based off of my dad's reci...

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Pickled Spring Onions Recipe

A few forkfuls of these onions can dress up just about anything, from cheeseburgers to crostini and salads....

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Pesto Shrimp Skewers

When we're looking for the easiest summer dinner, skewers are one of our go-to choices, every time. They couldn't be simpler: simply layer on your cho...

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Pasta Salad with Peas and Pesto Recipe

fresh herb pesto makes a flavorful dressing for a springy pasta salad studded with green peas. Chopped walnuts add delicious crunch and fresh lemon ju...

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Cheddar Bacon Ranch Corn

Whether we’re looking for sides to complete our summer BBQ, 4th of July celebration, or our weeknight dinner, grilled corn is a classic we return to...

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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

By now, we already know that the air fryer is supreme. You can create crispy apps and mains without the use of any oil, and in half the time (even fas...

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Chicken Quesadillas

Quesadillas are a staple cheap and easy dinner (or late-night snack) for us in the Delish test kitchen. ...

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Chicken Fried Rice

If you have leftover rice hanging out in your fridge, then classic fried rice is a no-brainer. There are countless ways to bulk up this staple dinner,...

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Cajun-Stuffed Chicken

Say goodbye to boring chicken dinners—this Cajun-stuffed chicken is here to shake up your weeknight rotation. Stuffed with peppers and cheese, this ...

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Chicken & Dumplings

For tips on perfecting classic chicken and dumplings, I called my mom, who ended up giving me my grandma's recipe. It’s as hand-me-down as it comes:...

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Grilled-Pork Sandwiches With Grilled-Plum Chutney and Cabbage Slaw Recipe

I want to cook everything. Case in point: This grilled pork sandwich with a grilled plum chutney and miso-cabbage slaw. It's been held over the flames...

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Chicken Spaghetti

A nostalgic classic for many, cheesy chicken spaghetti is the staple weeknight dinner you can rely on. If you didn’t grow up with this comfort food,...

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Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash

Whether you're trying to go low-carb or simply love cooking spaghetti squash, this chicken Alfredo spaghetti squash recipe is a worthwhile weeknight c...

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Buffalo Chicken Parm

What happens when you give chicken Parm the Buffalo treatment? Well, you get this: a crispy-on-the-outside, juicy-on-the-inside chicken cutlet smother...

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Orange Chicken

If you just can't get enough of the beloved Panda Express dish, our copycat recipe is a game-changer. Skip the drive-thru tonight—this homemade oran...

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Chicken Spinach Artichoke Soup

Spinach and artichoke dip lovers—let us introduce your new favorite cozy winter dinner. We transformed our favorite party dip into a hearty weeknigh...

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Herb Roasted Potatoes

When it comes to versatile sides, it’s difficult to beat classic roasted potatoes. Whether you’re incorporating them into your breakfast bowl or w...

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Roasted Cauliflower

More than just a side, cauliflower can take the center stage in many of our favorite recipes. From our loaded grilled cauliflower to our brown sugar B...

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Eggplant Casserole

Often paired with heavy sauces and tons of cheese in the case of eggplant Parm, eggplant rollatini, and vegetarian moussaka, eggplant casseroles can b...

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Chia Pudding

americas most delish Here at Delish, we love recipes that let us take it easy—chia pudding is a prime example. Chia seeds might sound intimidating,...

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Blueberry Smoothie

The blueberry’s gentle, sweet-tart flavor is something we’ve incorporated into countless of our favorite summer desserts, but when adding it into ...

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Pignoli Cookies

These classic Italian cookies are perfect for the almond lovers in your life. They’re soft and chewy, with a slightly crispy edge (think macaroons, ...

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Coconut Cookies

Looking for something a bit off the beaten cookie path this holiday season? These deserve a spot on your (and Santa’s!) plate....

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Keto Pumpkin Pie

Whether you’re following the keto diet, need a gluten-free dessert, or simply prefer to keep things a bit lighter, Thanksgiving desserts can be a bi...

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Loaded Cauliflower Bake

Craving the creaminess of mac & cheese and the cheesy, bacon-packed goodness of a loaded baked potato? This loaded cauliflower bake is the low-carb si...

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Stewed Apples

Similar to apple pie filling, stewed apples are soft, tender, slightly caramelized apples that are perfect for adding a fall boost to practically any ...

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Ramp Gravy Recipe

A creamy gravy flavored with ramps, perfect for biscuits or mashed potatoes...

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Air Fryer Burgers

Air fryer burgers are juicy and delicious, and you'll be surprised at how fast and easy it is to prepare and cook them. There's very little mess since...

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Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Crispy smashed potatoes are delicious, golden brown, crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and these have an extra crispy layer of broiled Parm...

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Sarahs Rice Pilaf

This rice pilaf is a delicious twist on the usual side dish....

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Authentic German Potato Salad

This is my mother's recipe for authentic German potato salad. Everyone, German or not, loves it. It is easy to double the recipe as well. I often brin...

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Strawberry Spinach Salad

This strawberry spinach salad is a great way to get kids to eat spinach! Someone brought this salad to a potluck dinner, and I had to have the recipe....

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Brown Butter Miso Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Mixed with nutty brown butter and deeply savory miso paste, these fluffy potatoes will be the Thanksgiving MVP....

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Esquites (Mexican Corn Salad)

Sweet, charred corn is partnered with a slew of ingredients for a salad that's just the right balance of smoky, spicy, tangy....

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Stovetop American-style mac and cheese

This speedy stove-top mac 'n' cheese is going to become your new favourite comfort dish - it's on the table in under half an hour....

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Roasted wombok with sesame dressing

Roasting cabbage creates a silky texture and brings out its sweetness! Keen to change up your sides? Try this roasted wombok recipe!...

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Vegetarian minestrone

This slow-cooker vegetarian minestrone will be on high rotation throughout the cooler months and is perfect for lunch or dinner....

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