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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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Velveeta & Salsa Classic Queso

There's nothing quite like the creamy, melty Velveeta and salsa queso my mom used to make. It’s the ultimate comfort food, perfect for lazy movie nights, game day parties, or just when you need a little taste of home. This is a "dump, melt, and devour" kind of recipe that I will always swear by!

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Bitter Orchard

This easy mocktail combines Ghia Original Apéritif with sparkling apple juice and a splash of lemon to cut the sweetness. It’s crisp, refreshing, and tastes like what you'd sip at a picnic in a field somewhere near a modern sculpture park.

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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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Cozy Garden Vegetable Soup

Whether you're feeling under the weather or just need something gentle and grounding, this one delivers all the comfort without the heaviness.

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Spring Pea & Feta Orzo Salad

Easter potlucks call for something fresh, vibrant, and easy to serve, and this Spring Pea & Feta Orzo Salad fits the bill perfectly! Bursting with sweet peas, tangy feta, crisp cucumbers, and fragrant herbs, it’s light yet satisfying. Tossed with a zesty lemon-dill dressing, this pasta salad is not only delicious cold but also travels well and can be made ahead.

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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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Chicken Miso “Cup Noodles” with Carrots, Peas & Corn

Chicken Cup Noodles were a total staple for me growing up. The salty broth, the soft noodles, those tiny carrot cubes and peas? Pure comfort. This version takes all those nostalgic notes and gives them a cozy, modern spin — with real miso, fresh veggies, and just enough richness to make it feel special.

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Crispy Thai Chili Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

These crispy air fryer chicken tenders are a total crowd-pleaser. The panko crust gives them that irresistible crunch, and the sweet chili glaze adds the perfect sticky-sweet-spicy finish. They're easy enough for a weeknight, but honestly fun enough to serve for game night or a casual get-together.

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Crispy Cucumber & Sesame Ribbon Salad

This salad is crisp, refreshing, and packed with flavor—thanks to a quick sesame-soy dressing and ribbons of cucumber and carrot that soak it all up beautifully. It’s crunchy, slightly tangy, a little nutty, and completely addictive. Perfect for potlucks or summer spreads!

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Crispy Irish Potato Bites with Cheddar & Bacon

If you love all things crispy, cheesy, and bacon-y, these Irish-inspired potato bites are for you! They’re the perfect party snack, game-day treat, or St. Patrick’s Day favorite. Serve them with sour cream or a tangy mustard dip for the ultimate indulgence.

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Cheesy Southwest Fiesta Soup

This taco-inspired soup is a bowl full of bold, zesty flavors with all your taco night favorites—ground beef, spices, cheese, and plenty of toppings. It’s cozy, comforting, and absolutely irresistible!

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