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    The Ultimate Slow Cooker Meal Plan for August

    The dog days of summer are here. Make them bearable with the ultimate slow cooker recipes for main dishes, sides...


    Cheeseburger Onion Rings

    4 reviews

    This new take on burgers will have your family begging for seconds. Serve these cheeseburger onion rings with spicy ketchup...


    Shrimp Egg Foo Young

    4 reviews

    If you love Chinese food as much as I do, you'll appreciate this shrimp egg foo young that features all...


    Greek Asparagus Salad

    Asparagus is one of my favorite spring vegetables, but my family gets bored with it. So I developed a tasty...


    Strawberry Rhubarb Cake with Orange

    1 review

    I came up with this strawberry rhubarb cake when I wanted to make something with rhubarb and strawberries that wasn't...


    Strawberry Cupcakes with Whipped Cream Frosting

    4 reviews

    Fresh strawberries are full of water, so they have a tendency to weigh down cake batters and make soggy cakes....


    Cheeseburger Stuffed Pasta Shells

    15 reviews

    You could call this a comfort food mashup made in heaven. Jumbo stuffed pasta shells are loaded up with cheeseburger...


    Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables

    4 reviews

    Grab all of your garden-fresh produce for this quinoa with roasted vegetables. The tangy dressing and fresh herbs really make...

    Kung Pao Chicken

    1 review

    My family loves the kung pao chicken from our favorite Chinese restaurant. But in less time than it takes for...


    Eggplant Roll-Ups

    2 reviews

    We love these easy Italian eggplant roll-ups stuffed with creamy ricotta and spinach. The fact that they are vegetarian is...


    Perfect-Every-Thyme Marinade

    I prepare this often at shows when demonstrating how to cook on gas grills. People are always pleased with the...


    Chicken Avocado Wraps

    I came up with this chicken avocado wrap while trying to figure out what to make for lunch one day....


    Peanutty Strawberry Banana Smoothies

    2 reviews

    I like that this strawberry banana smoothie recipe is fairly light, but the peanut butter gives it some protein to...


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    10-Cup Cookies

    40 reviews

    My mother used to make this easy 10-cup cookie recipe for my sisters and me. You could find one of...


    Cheeseburger Quesadillas

    8 reviews

    I created these fun cheeseburger-quesadilla mashups in honor of my family's two favorite foods. They are so yummy and easy...


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    Cheesy Breakfast Egg Rolls

    4 reviews

    Whether you have to run out the door in the morning or you take a few minutes to relax at...


    Olive Oil Cake

    3 reviews

    A good olive oil cake isn't overly sweet, so it can just as easily be a breakfast treat or an...

    Grilled Pineapple Chicken

    2 reviews

    A trip to Hawaii is easy with this juicy grilled pineapple chicken. Simply give it a quick marinade, fire up...


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    Hot Chocolate Cookies

    13 reviews

    Using hot cocoa mix and marshmallow bits in the cookie dough really makes these hot chocolate cookies taste like the...


    52 Recipes to Make in an Electric Skillet

    Got love for your electric skillet but don't know what to make? We've got all of the best electric skillet...


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    Diabetic-Friendly 13×9 Recipes

    These 13x9 bakes give you the great comfort food you want, while being friendly to those who have diabetes.


    19 Sweet Potato Recipes for Your Slow Cooker

    No oven is required for these set-it-and-forget-it sweet potato dishes.


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    55 Easy Labor Day Recipes Made in a 13×9 Pan

    Take the labor out of Labor Day (we had to!) with these recipes for your 13x9 pan. The festive possibilities...

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    Which Is the Best Instant Pot for You?

    Confused by the different electric pressure cooker models? We break it down to help you find the best Instant...


    How to Clean Your Oven Without Harsh Chemicals

    Follow these steps to give your oven a good spring-cleaning!


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    32 Recipes That Make the Most of Your Griddle

    Your griddle isn't just for breakfast, though it definitely shines when it comes to pancakes! Check out our favorite griddle...


    The Best Cold Brew Coffee Makers You Can Buy

    Whoever said money can't buy happiness has never enjoyed an icy cup of coffee on a hot summer day. Make...


    Cheeseburger Crescent Ring

    2 reviews

    This is an easy entree that can be put together quickly after a long day at work. I guarantee that...


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    Charcoal vs. Gas Grills: Which Is Better?

    Charcoal vs. gas grill, also known as the "Great Debate." Our simple pros and cons list will help you decide...