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  If there ever was a pasta dish that made me want to light candles, put on some old jazz, and pretend I’m at a tiny Tuscan bistro (despite the stray Legos underfoot), it’s this 5 ingredient black truffle pasta. I know, black truffle sounds a little fancy and, honestly, maybe even a smidge intimidating — but this dish will have you feeling all sorts of cozy, decadent, and a little bit like a weeknight rockstar. For me, the first time I made this for my family, even my picky eater looked up and said, “Whoa… what IS that smell?” …

  Let’s just say I’ve never been a soak-my-beans-overnight kind of gal (raise your hand if you always forget!)—and now, thanks to the Instant Pot, I honestly don’t have to be. Forget the fuss: you can transform a humble bag of dried beans into a big, bubbling pot of healthy, hearty goodness with hardly any effort. Ever since I first tried it, I’ve been downright obsessed. There’s nothing quite like walking into the kitchen and catching a whiff of fiber-rich, garlicky beans simmering away, knowing dinner’s basically solving itself—especially on the nights when your family’s hungry and you need something …

  You know those nights when you just want something totally dependable and satisfying? The kind where everyone comes to the table with their “I’m-starving” face, and you just want to plop down something warm, fluffy, and familiar? That’s exactly how these Instant Pot Baked Potatoes landed in our rotation. I remember the very first time I tried making baked potatoes in a pressure cooker — I was SO nervous (what if they turned into mashed potato soup?!). But, oh my word. They were perfect. Fluffy on the inside, steamy and tender, and the skins have just the right kind …

  I have to tell you, I’m a little obsessed with Jojo potatoes these days. There’s something about thick, golden, seasoned potato wedges—crunchy on the outside, impossibly fluffy on the inside—that takes me right back to Sunday suppers at my grandma’s house. Hers always showed up alongside roast chicken or pork chops, still steaming from the oven (plus plenty of ketchup, much to her horror). This recipe for Jojo potatoes is pure comfort food, just like the classic from your favorite roadside diner or local market, but with a homemade twist that makes them even better. Crispy potatoes for dinner? …

  If I had to pick my “last meal” (don’t make me!), a big juicy Mushroom Swiss Burger would be right up at the tippy-top of my list. There’s just something ridiculously comforting about hearty, savory grilled mushrooms blanketing a beef patty—that melty Swiss cheese draping everything like a cozy sweater. When cookout season hits, this is my go-to burger recipe (although honestly, I whip it up all year). Once you bite into that cheesy, umami-packed goodness, you’ll totally get why my family and I are obsessed. Let’s just say, nobody ever has to twist my arm to make “burger …

  Maybe it’s just me, but the minute someone mentions taquitos, my stomach does a little happy dance. And when you swap out all that deep-frying for an air fryer? Oh, we’re officially in dream snack territory. My family has a long-standing love affair with Mexican food (Tex-Mex Tuesday is a real thing in our house), and crispy taquitos straight from the air fryer are always a runaway favorite—warm, crunchy, cheesy, and full of that signature craveable goodness. They’re basically happiness wrapped up in a tortilla. These easy Air Fryer Taquitos have become my go-to for game night appetizers, quick …

  Tell me I’m not the only American who grew up on baked beans from a can—sweet, sticky, plopped next to hot dogs or tucked into a paper plate at church picnics. But then I visited England and, oh, my world: British Baked Beans are a different breed. They’re cozier, milder, swimming in a luscious tomato sauce (not swimming in syrup, whew), and they’re practically a national breakfast treasure over there. Ever since, I’ve been hooked. Now it’s my little weekly project to whip up a batch of homemade British Baked Beans, just like the ones you’ll find on Culinary …

  Whenever I simmer a big old pot of Traditional Bolognese Sauce on the stove, my kitchen transforms into that dream Italian Nonna’s house (you know—the one where she always wants to feed you, even when you’re already full). This isn’t just any pasta sauce. It’s the soul-soothing, nap-inducing, make-everyone-happy kind of comfort food that my family requests on chilly Sundays or whenever we need a little edible hug. I promise, if you’ve never tried making classic Bolognese from scratch—give it a whirl! It’s easier than you think, and your home will smell so amazing your neighbors might just “drop …

  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, …