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  Let me tell you something: split pea soup is my ultimate childhood comfort food. I remember coming home from cold, blustery Midwest evenings and walking through the door to that unmistakable, savory, smoky aroma of ham—a scent that sort of hugs your whole soul. My mom always kept a leftover ham bone in the freezer, ready for the next big batch. Now I find myself craving that same cozy feeling every winter (okay, sometimes in fall and spring, too). If you’re looking for a stick-to-your-ribs meal that’s equal parts nourishing and nostalgic, this is the one. Let’s make my …

  Okay, friends—let’s just put it out there: I’m truly obsessed with Florentine Cookies. The first time I tried them was at a little holiday party ages ago (the coffee was mediocre but the cookie platter was spectacular). Amid the thumbprints and fudge squares sat these golden, lacy gems—so pretty, so delicate, and so “maybe I’ll just have another.” Of course, one led to three, and I unapologetically stalked the dessert table for more. That crisp, caramelized crunch, wafer-thin almond goodness, and chocolate drizzle? Swoon. These Italian Nutty Cookies might look fancy, but you wouldn’t believe how simple they are …

  Cheese tortellini is one of those Italian pasta dishes that always takes me right back to my childhood kitchen table. I can almost hear my mom hollering for us to “wash up for dinner!” while a big pot of creamy-sauced tortellini bubbled away on the stove. And, let’s be honest, even as an adult there are days when all I want is a bowl of cheesy, pillowy pasta smothered in a luscious sauce. Who says comfort food has to be complicated? Why You’ll Love This Ridiculously easy—perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or lazy weekend lunch Super creamy sauce …

  If you’ve ever traveled through the UK or watched too much British TV (guilty as charged), I bet you’ve at least heard of scotch eggs. There’s a good reason these golden, sausage-wrapped beauties have stood the test of time—they’re honestly the ultimate comfort food. I’ll always remember the first time I tried one at a little British pub. Crispy outside, perfectly tender egg inside, and that savory sausage layer… oh my stars, I was hooked. Nowadays, making a batch of these little gems is my go-to for potlucks, Sunday picnics, or anytime my family starts craving British cuisine. (And, …

  I’ll never forget the first time I made dal for my family. It was one of those chilly Sundays when everyone was craving something warm and comforting, but I didn’t want to spend hours in the kitchen (again!). As soon as the lentils started bubbling away with ginger, tomatoes, and that glorious swirl of fragrant Indian spices, the whole house smelled like a cozy hug. Even the picky eaters came wandering into the kitchen, noses twitching, wanting to know, “What’s for dinner?” Spoiler: not a single spoonful was left over. This Indian dal has become our go-to whenever we …

  I’ve got a confession: there have been more than a few “what’s for dinner?” days around here where I thank my lucky stars for a big batch of Instant Pot Shredded Chicken. Honestly, it’s kind of my weeknight superhero. Whether the fridge is looking a little sad or I just plain forgot to plan, having this easy, juicy chicken in the fridge means I can pull together tacos, sandwiches, salads—heck, even a late-night snack wrap—in under ten minutes. And if you’re the type who likes to meal prep on the weekends (or, you know, has good intentions), this is …

  Let’s just be honest—there are nights when you look at the bag of frozen broccoli in your freezer and sigh, thinking, “Well, here we go again.” That used to be me, until I started throwing it in the air fryer. Oh my goodness, friends. The transformation is real! Frozen broccoli in the air fryer comes out way better than anything I used to roast in the oven…and it’s so quick. Even my famously broccoli-skeptical husband circles back for seconds (which almost never happens with vegetables—unless they’re smothered in cheese, but that’s another discussion for another time). So now, this …

  You ever have those days where you just want to toss something together—super quick, barely any fuss—and it ends up being the best dang thing you’ve eaten all week? That’s what happened with these air fryer salmon bites. One of those “what can I do with this leftover salmon in the fridge” moments that turned into a family obsession (even my husband, a “fish skeptic,” now asks for these). Seriously, these are the kind of little bites you pop in your mouth, close your eyes, and just savor that warm crispy, juicy bliss. So if you ever find yourself …

  Some weeknights, you just need a meal that’s a little bit of a fiesta. You know what I mean? Something that’s packed with flavor, hearty enough to feed the hungriest person at the table, and—if we’re being honest—easy enough to pull off even when you’ve had one of those days. That’s the kind of night this Pollo Loco Mexican Chicken and Rice with Queso recipe was made for. I made this for the first time when my youngest came home raving about some “crazy good chicken and rice” at his friend’s house. (Hence the name… Pollo Loco means “crazy …

  If you’re anything like me, there are days when you just want dinner to cook itself. You know, the kind of meal you can set and forget while you pay bills, wrangle the laundry, or (in my world) scroll for a few peaceful minutes in the backyard. And that, my friend, is exactly what this Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken is all about. The crockpot does every bit of the heavy lifting, leaving you with tender, flavorful chicken you can pile onto tacos, salads, nachos, burritos—oh, the possibilities! I’ve made this recipe more times than I can count, and …