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Churro Bites with Chocolate Dipping Sauce

If you’re looking for a Cinco de Mayo dessert that’s easy to share and guaranteed to disappear in minutes, you have to try these Churro Bites with Chocolate Dipping Sauce! They’re light, crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, and rolled in sweet cinnamon sugar.

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Applesauce Oatmeal Bake

It’s soft, spiced, and warm, with just the right amount of natural sweetness from applesauce and maple syrup. Stir everything in one bowl, pour it into a baking dish, and pop it in the oven. That’s it.

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Cilantro Lime Rice

This copycat cilantro lime rice tastes just like Chipotle's—maybe even better. It's fluffy, fresh, zippy, and goes with everything from burrito bowls to dal to grilled veggies. If you're building a flavor-packed meal at home, this rice is your not-so-secret weapon.

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Cherry Almond Crumble Bars

These Cherry Almond Crumble Bars are my go-to when I want something fruity, chewy, and just a little nutty. The almond crumble topping pairs perfectly with the jammy cherry center, making each bite sweet, tart, and totally addictive.

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Crispy Garlic Butter Fried Rice

This Crispy Garlic Butter Fried Rice is simple yet packed with flavor! Made with fragrant garlic, butter, and soy sauce, it’s golden and toasty with slightly crispy bits. The best part? It’s made in one pan and customizable with your favorite veggies!

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Brown Butter Banana Bread Blondies

There’s banana bread, and then there are these Brown Butter Banana Bread Blondies. Chewy, gooey, and packed with caramelized banana flavor and nutty brown butter, these bars are my go-to when I want something indulgent and comforting that still feels homemade and nostalgic. Plus, no mixer required!

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Bourbon Peach BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

These Bourbon Peach BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders are the perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and savory! Tender, slow-cooked pork is coated in a rich peach bourbon BBQ sauce and piled high on buttery slider buns with a tangy slaw for crunch.

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Grilled Street Corn Potato Salad

Potato salad is a BBQ classic, but this version takes it to the next level with the bold, smoky flavors of Mexican street corn (elote)! Grilled corn, roasted potatoes, and a creamy, tangy dressing come together to create the ultimate summer side dish.

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Spicy Honey Garlic BBQ Shrimp Skewers

Sweet, smoky, garlicky, and just the right amount of spicy! These Spicy Honey Garlic BBQ Shrimp Skewers are bursting with flavor and take less than 30 minutes to make. The shrimp are marinated in a tangy, sticky honey-garlic sauce and grilled to perfection for a juicy, caramelized bite every time.

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Grilled Peach & Burrata Crostini with Hot Honey

Sweet, smoky, creamy, and crunchy—this crostini has it all! Juicy grilled peaches paired with creamy burrata, fresh basil, and a drizzle of homemade hot honey make this an irresistible summer appetizer. The crispy, charred bread brings everything together for a bite that’s both elegant and backyard BBQ-friendly!

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Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon

There's nothing quite like a perfectly seared salmon fillet, especially when it's smothered in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce. This dish is indulgent yet simple enough for a weeknight dinner, but elegant enough to impress guests.

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The Sweet & Spicy Crunchwich

Ever had a sandwich that hits every flavor note—sweet, spicy, savory, tangy, and crispy all in one bite? Meet the Sweet & Spicy Crunchwich! This masterpiece features crispy bacon, a sriracha-honey drizzle, crunchy apple slices, and a creamy garlic-lime aioli on buttery toasted sourdough. It's the ultimate balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more!

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