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  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 …

  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 …

  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 know that feeling when you’re craving something sweet and light, but not too fussy or heavy? Well, that’s exactly how I discovered strawberry sago. I was tinkering around with some leftover coconut milk (because who really ever uses up the whole can for one recipe?) and spotted a pint of fresh strawberries waiting patiently for their time in the sun. Next thing you know—voilà—this dreamy, coconutty, strawberry sago was bubbling away on my stovetop, perfuming the whole kitchen with summery, tropical vibes. If you haven’t tried this classic Asian dessert, ohhh friend, today’s your lucky day! Why You’ll …