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Dan Dan Noodles

With a base of spaghetti, savory-sweet ground pork, crunchy peanuts, and a luscious chili-sesame sauce, this version brings the iconic Szechuan street food flavor to your weeknight dinner lineup — no specialty market required.

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Loaded Tater Tot Breakfast Tacos

These Loaded Tater Tot Breakfast Tacos are everything I love about breakfast wrapped up in a soft, warm tortilla — crispy tots, melty cheesy eggs, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a little jalapeño heat to wake you up right. A spoonful of cool sour cream and fresh cilantro seals the deal. They’re simple, satisfying, and a little bit spicy — just how I like it.

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Weeknight Chicken Korma

If you’ve been craving something cozy but not overly spicy, Chicken Korma hits the spot. The sauce is velvety and warm with spices like cardamom, cumin, and cinnamon — and the chicken stays juicy from simmering low and slow in that creamy base. It’s a great intro dish if you're new to Indian cooking but still want something with depth and comfort built in.

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Baja-Style Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

There’s just something about shrimp tacos that instantly feels like summer. These Baja-Style Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw take me right back to those perfect nights sitting on patios with friends — laughing too loud, staying out too late, and always ordering "just one more" round of tacos.

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Sunset Patio Guacamole

You know those perfect summer evenings when the chips are crunchy, the drinks are cold, and the guac is so good you kind of forget to eat anything else? That’s exactly what this guacamole reminds me of.

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Cheesy Tex-Mex Chicken Skillet

This cheesy enchilada skillet is everything I want in a weeknight dinner: hearty, a little spicy, and unapologetically cheesy—with zero fuss and only one pan to clean.

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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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Cozy Weeknight Chana Masala

Chana Masala is one of those dishes that somehow manages to be hearty, healthy, and deeply satisfying all at once. This version is perfect for weeknights when you're craving something warm and cozy with just the right amount of spice. Bonus: it's naturally vegan, high-protein, and made almost entirely with pantry staples!

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Smoky Ground Beef Taco Filling

This is the easiest way to make taco night feel extra delicious. We’re skipping the seasoning packet but keeping all the flavor: smoky chipotle, garlic, tomato paste, and warm ground cumin give this beef a rich, bold profile — finished with a little lime for brightness.

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Creamy Chipotle Rotini

If you're craving comfort with a little kick, this Creamy Chipotle Rotini has your name all over it. It’s smoky, a little spicy, super creamy—and those pasta spirals hold onto every drop of the sauce like champs. Perfect for when you want something easy and wildly flavorful.

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Slow Cooker Creamy Chipotle Ranch Shredded Chicken

This slow cooker shredded chicken is ranchy, creamy, and has just enough smoky heat to keep things interesting. It’s one of those throw-it-in-and-go recipes that somehow tastes like you worked way harder than you did. Perfect for busy days, lazy Sundays, or meal prep situations.

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Smoky Roasted Cauliflower Tacos with Lime Slaw

These cauliflower tacos are the kind of meal that’ll make you forget all about meat or cheese. The roasted florets are smoky and tender, the lime slaw adds crunch and brightness, and it all tucks perfectly into a warm tortilla.

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Spiced Chickpea & Sweet Potato Stew

This cozy, one-pot stew is hearty, aromatic, and packed with plant-based protein. The combo of sweet potatoes and chickpeas is magic, especially when simmered with warm spices and a splash of coconut milk. It’s one of those meals that feels like a hug in a bowl.

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BBQ Pineapple & Jalapeño Glazed Chicken Wings

Smoky, sticky, sweet, and spicy—these BBQ Pineapple & Jalapeño Glazed Chicken Wings are next-level good! The wings are grilled to crispy perfection, then tossed in a bold, tropical glaze made with pineapple juice, honey, jalapeños, and BBQ sauce for a sweet-heat flavor explosion.

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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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