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There are so many copycat versions of the Levain Bakery chocolate chip cookie recipe out there and I HAD to know. What is the deal with everybody raving about Levain Bakery’s chocolate chip walnut cookies? Were they really worth the hype? So I did my research and read all the most popular copycat recipe versions of these NYC fan favorites, including the extensive write-up that Pancake Princess did where she tested 9 different versions and described the differences in painstaking detail....

If you love Mexican food (hi! me!) then you have got to make this red chile sauce. Made from dried chiles it has all that authentic flavor your Mexican food has probably been missing. I’ve been experimenting with this sauce for the past 6 months (basically as an excuse to always have some version of it stashed in the fridge). It’s the perfect base for your taco “meats” and Mexican soups....

Lamb Meatballs Serving new foods to little kids can be a challenge, but recipes like these easy Lamb Meatballs are great to try. The healthy meatballs are flavorful without being overpowering, are super tender, and can be made ahead. And they have veggies tucked right inside for extra nutrition! With Middle Eastern flavors including cumin and sweetness from raisins, these mini meatballs give a subtle nod to Morocco that I adore....

When we were in Maine some years back, we enjoyed a delicious bowl of fish chowder that would probably be on my “best I ever had” list. It was silky, flavorful, and creamy without being heavy or overly thickened. Although it’s called a chowder, it’s nothing like the gummy, gluey versions that are overly thickened with too much flour. In my perfect chowder, the thickening comes from nothing other than the starch that cooks out of the potatoes and a bit of heavy cream added at the end before serving....

All week I have been exploring the flavors of Louisiana as part of my American Eats series. You might also want to check out my Gumbo, Jambalaya, and Red Beans & Rice as well to create a New Orleans-themed meal! What is a beignet? A beignet (pronounced ben-yay) is a pillowy-soft rectangle of fried dough that is not just dusted, but heaped with plenty of powdered sugar. The combination of crispy fried exterior, soft interior, and melt-in-your-mouth powdered sugar coating is absolutely irresistible!...

Perfect Grilled Pork Chops with Sweet BBQ Pork Rub I’ve been so excited to share these pork chops for my American Eats series as one of the foods that Iowa is known for! Did you know that around one-third of the pork raised in the United States comes from Iowa? Most of that pork is eaten here in the United States and when you buy pork at almost any grocery store across the U....

Bursting with fresh and herby flavors, it’s my go-to marinade no matter how I’m cooking my chops. My Mediterranean-inspired marinade uses fresh herbs to pack my pork chops with so much flavor that I find myself wanting to marinate everything in it. From grilling to baking, this marinade makes every bite delicious! If you really want to add flavor to your meat, it’s hard to beat a good marinade. From my sweet and umami Teriyaki Marinade, to the garlicky Mojo Marinade, to our bold and spicy Jerk Marinade, I have so many flavors to choose from....

This recipe for Banana Cream Pie will blow your mind! This is going to sound oxy-moronic but this easy, old-fashioned banana cream pie is made in the microwave. At least the filling is. The crust gets blind-baked in the oven the normal way. You can cook the filling on the stove if you want to, but the vanilla custard comes together ridiculously fast and with basically zero risk of burnt milk and scorched pudding coating the bottom of your pan when done in the microwave, so…....

One of my kids is obsessed with salmon, but I haven’t been making it all that often because in my head, it has always seemed too hard. Enter: Salmon Bites! This is truly the fastest and yummiest way to make salmon. And it works so well with the frozen, more affordable salmon options I can get at my local store. The cooking time varies depending on whether you do it in the air fryer, oven, or in a pan on the stove, but in as few as 5 minutes, you can be eating these....

They’re great for a weeknight dinner, or to impress guests. And you can easily prep them ahead of time, so all they need is a quick sear or grill and dinner is on the table in no time. And, to make them extra delicious, we’ve added on secret ingredient… Salmon is one of our favorite things to cook with. It’s so tasty, and can take on a variety of themes, like our tropical Salmon with Mango Salsa, comforting Salmon Pasta, or the sweet and spicy Firecracker Salmon....

This post is sponsored by the American Lamb Board. As always, all opinions expressed are my own. I love this time of year and how frequently we seem to get together with friends and family. Sometimes it’s less formal where we just eat off a fruit and cheese platter and play games, other times it’s more of a sit-down meal with a full dinner menu and tablescaping using seasonal decor....

Holiday baking is one of my favorite ways to celebrate the Christmas season! Some of our other favorites are making English Toffee, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, or Toffee Pecan Shortbread! Just the aroma of the molasses and cloves and ginger and cinnamon is enough to transport you to Santa’s workshop and make you feel like one of his baker elves. Soft & Chewy Gingerbread Men Cookies are part of my personal Christmas cookie trifecta....

Dredged in buttermilk and a perfectly seasoned cornmeal mixture, I fry these filets until they’re crispy and golden on the outside, but still tender and delicious on the inside. Skip the trip to Cracker Barrel, my homemade recipe is the best! I grew up near a small town in Tennessee, my family and I always looked forward to the monthly volunteer fire department fish fry. It was all-you-can-eat, and boy did we eat....

We love pasta bakes because they’re so easy to throw together and quick to put on the table! If you’re a fan of the classic Italian spaghetti flavors, try our Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Casserole, and if you’re looking for something a little creamier, our Tuna Noodle Casserole is sure to hit the spot! When I think of comfort food, two things come to mind: a warm bowl of soup and a hearty casserole or baked pasta....

This tandoori cauliflower and seitan is hearty and flavorful Indian inspired dish. It’s tangy and creamy, with perfectly balanced spices with just a little heat. And it’s as easy as tossing cut veggies and seitan with tandoori sauce in a casserole dish and baking until tender. I love tandoori curry. Which, while traditionally a meat and dairy heavy dish, is easy to make vegan with a few simple swaps. This pantry friendly recipe is easy to make and super hands off, as most of the work happens in the oven....

That’s why we decided to compile this great list of easy Canned Salmon Recipes for you to make and enjoy with your family. You’ll find everything from patties to salads, pastas to wraps, and so much more. Go through all of these great recipes. You’ll never have to wonder “what to make with canned salmon?” again! Have fun… The Best Canned Salmon Recipes: 1. Salmon Patties Here’s how to make the best Salmon Patties!...

We’ve compiled this great collection of recipes, so you never have to think “what to cook with flounder?” again. From simple light dishes, to chowders and stews, sandwiches and tacos, you’ll find plenty of interesting new ways to prepare your favorite fish. Cook your way through all these delicious and easy flounder recipes, you’re sure to find a new favorite. Have fun… The Best Flounder Recipes: 1. Flounder Piccata Taking a spin on a favorite chicken piccata, this Flounder Piccata recipe turns out easy and extremely delicious....

From crunchy kimchi to spicy gochujang noodles – no matter what else is on the menu, there are always several sides to choose from. But why not bring some of Korea’s delicious flavors into your own kitchen? With these easy-to-follow recipes for classic Korean sides, you can easily create some of your favorite dishes at home. Read on for our picks of the top 20 Korean side dish recipe!...

From hearty main dishes, like bigos and pierogis, to traditional sweets with a twist, the diverse flavors in these recipes are sure to please! Whether you’re an experienced chef or just getting started cooking at home, try out some of these tasty Polish recipes, and find out new flavors. So get your pans ready, because you are going to want to cook up some of these delicious dishes at home today!...

This collection includes all of your favorite stir frys, soups, noodle dishes, and so much more! No matter which Asian flavors you crave, you’ll find it here, from delicately seasoned Vietnamese recipes to fiery Korean dishes, and everything in between. Go through all of these amazing Asian pork recipes. We hope you love them as much as we do! Asian Pork Recipes: 1. Pork Stir Fry (How to Velvet Pork) Are you ready to get woking?...