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Mini Caprese Deep Dish Pizzas
February 8, 2026

Mini Caprese Deep Dish Pizzas

Mini Caprese Deep Dish Pizzas are bite-sized, flavorful twists on a classic Italian favorite. With crisp crusts, melty cheese, fresh tomatoes, and fragrant basil, they bake up into fun, satisfying little pizzas that are perfect for parties, appetizers, or an easy snack that feels both …

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Curry Chicken Salad
February 7, 2026

Curry Chicken Salad

This is a deliciously flavorful twist on the classic chicken salad! It’s taken up a notch with those aromatic Middle Eastern spices, and it’s lightened up by using Greek yogurt for most of the mayo. Perfect served in bread or lettuce leaves. Prep: 20minutes minutesServings: 4 Ingredients …

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Hot Crab Dip
February 6, 2026

Hot Crab Dip

Hot Crab Dip is creamy, cheesy, and full of savory seafood flavor. Served bubbling from the oven with a golden top, it’s the ultimate appetizer for parties, game days, or cozy nights in—perfect for dipping with crackers, bread, or veggies.

Prep Time:5minutes minutes
Cook Time:20minutes minutes
Servings:8 servings

Equipment

  • 1 1 or 2-quart baking dish

Ingredients

  • ▢16 ounces high-quality, well-drained lump crab meat You can use fresh lump crab meat or canned
  • ▢1 (8-ounce) package softened cream cheese
  • ▢¼ cup sour cream
  • ▢¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ▢1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ▢½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • ▢1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ▢1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • ▢½ teaspoon paprika
  • ▢2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ▢1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ▢1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ▢salt to taste, after tasting the dip without it
  • ▢¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and spray the inside of a 1 to 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Combine 1 (8-ounce) package softened cream cheese, ¼ cup sour cream, ¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, ½ teaspoon paprika, 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Gently stir in 16 ounces high-quality, well-drained lump crab meat until fully combined.
  • Spread the crab mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through and bubbling around the edges. Serve with a sliced baguette or tortilla chips.

Notes

Storage, Reheating, & Make Ahead Instructions

  • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Do not freeze.
  • Reheating: Reheat in the microwave in 20-second increments or bake at 350°F for 5–10 minutes, until heated through. Do not freeze.
  • Make Ahead: Prepare up to a day in advance by mixing the dip and adding it to a greased baking dish. Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight. When ready to bake, add about 5 extra minutes to the baking time to account for the chilled dip.

Nutrition

Calories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 18gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 822mgPotassium: 204mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 704IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 241mgIron: 1mg

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Roasted Broccoli
February 5, 2026

Roasted Broccoli

Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli is an easy side dish that makes vegetables the star of the table. Roasted until tender with crisp edges and tossed with savory garlic and Parmesan, it’s packed with bold flavor and perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or pairing with any …

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Cannoli
February 4, 2026

Cannoli

Cannoli are seriously dreamy, crisp shells filled with a ricotta and chocolate mixture. They’re perfect for an elegant dinner party to serve as an eye-catching, impressive dessert. Prep – 45minutes minsCook – 15minutes minsServes – 24 cannoli Equipment Ingredients For the Filling For the Shell Instructions  Notes Nutrition Calories: 119.6kcalCarbohydrates: 18.1gProtein: 3.5gFat: 5.2gSaturated Fat: 3.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated …

Desserts
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Shrimp Tacos
February 3, 2026

Shrimp Tacos

These easy shrimp tacos are the perfect simple dinner for busy weeknights! Plump, juicy shrimp are cooked in a flavorful spice blend then wrapped in warm flour tortillas and piled high with your favorite toppings. 

Prep Time:15minutes minutes
Cook Time:7minutes minutes
Servings:4 servings

Ingredients

  • ▢1 pound deveined and peeled medium shrimp
  • ▢1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ▢½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ▢½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ▢½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ▢½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ▢½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ▢½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ▢¼ teaspoon ground black pepper adjust to taste
  • ▢8-10 medium flour tortillas

Instructions 

  • Before starting, prepare your toppings and make sure the shrimp is fully thawed (if frozen), peeled, and deveined.
  • Combine ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper in a small bowl.
  • Add 1 pound deveined and peeled medium shrimp, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and the spices to a 14-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Stir the shrimp around for a minute or so until they are evenly coated in the spices before cooking until they are pink and opaque, flipping/stirring them occasionally, about 5-6 minutes total. 
  • Serve immediately with 8-10 medium flour tortillas and your desired taco toppings.

Notes

Suggested serving size: 2 tacos per serving

Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in 15-20 second intervals in the microwave, or for about a minute over medium heat in a skillet.

You can keep any leftover tortillas in an airtight container or bag for 2-3 days.

Make extra seasoning and store it in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 21gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 1379mgPotassium: 227mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 405IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 155mgIron: 3mg

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Cranberry Muffins
February 2, 2026

Cranberry Muffins

These Cranberry Muffins are the perfect blend of tart and sweet, light, fluffy and perfect for your morning breakfast. All you need is one bowl and 30 minutes to whip these babies up from start to finish. Prep Time:10minutes minutesCook Time:20minutes minutesServings:12 muffins Equipment Ingredients Instructions  Nutrition Serving: 1muffinCalories: 177kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated …

Sweet Treat
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Bagel Breakfast Sandwich
February 1, 2026

Bagel Breakfast Sandwich

Start your morning off right with this hearty and filling Bagel Breakfast Sandwich. It has everything you need to fuel your body and to keep you full until lunch. These are also perfect for breakfast on the go and always hit the spot! Prep Time:10minutes minutesCook …

Breakfast
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Strawberry Banana Bread
January 31, 2026

Strawberry Banana Bread

Strawberry Banana Bread is a blend of fresh, juicy strawberries mixed with bananas that make this bread soft and moist in every slice. This is quick and easy bread that your family is going to love!

Prep Time:15minutes minutes
Cook Time:30minutes minutes
Servings:12 Slices

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • ▢½ cup softened unsalted butter
  • ▢1 cup granulated sugar
  • ▢2 large eggs
  • ▢3 ripe mashed bananas
  • ▢2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ▢1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ▢½ teaspoon salt
  • ▢1 ½ cups chopped strawberries,
  • ▢1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray two 9 x 5 loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Add ½ cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar to a large bowl. Using an electric hand mixer, cream together until light and fluffy.
  • In a small bowl, beat 2 large eggs using a fork. Add the eggs to the sugar mixture and mix until combined.
  • Add 3 ripe mashed bananas to the sugar mixture and mix until combined.
  • Sift together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. Slowly add the sifted flour ingredients to the banana mixture and mix until flour is just combined. DO NOT OVER MIX!
  • Toss 1 ½ cups chopped strawberries, with 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour. Fold the floured-covered strawberries into the batter.
  • Divide and pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. REDUCE the heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for an additional 30 minutes. The bread is done when the edges are slightly brown or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before removing from loaf pans.

Nutrition

Calories: 228kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 202mgPotassium: 66mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 284IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Seafood Lasagna
January 30, 2026

Seafood Lasagna

Seafood Lasagna is the perfect dish when comfort food meets something a little more special. Creamy, cheesy layers bake together with tender seafood and golden pasta to create a rich, satisfying meal that feels worthy of a celebration. Elegant enough for holiday tables yet simple …

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