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Ready to build your kitchen confidence? These recipes introduce everyday cooking techniques while keeping preparation straightforward and enjoyable. Perfect for home cooks who know their way around the kitchen and appreciate delicious results without unnecessary complications.

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  • Blistered Cheesy Peppers

    Blistered Cheesy Peppers

    It’s almost silly how easy this dish of impossibly delicious, ooey-gooey cheesy chiles is to execute. But that’s also what makes it so great. Inspired by the must-order…

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  • Classic Corn Fritters

    Classic Corn Fritters

    Whip up a batch of corn fritters for breakfast, lunch or dinner, they’re super speedy and simple to prep. Or pair them with a bacon and radish salad for…

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  • Salt and Pepper Tater Tots

    Salt and Pepper Tater Tots

    Ingredients 1 bag (about 32-oz.) of tater tots 1 diced Thai red chile (or Serrano pepper) 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon white pepper 1/2 teaspoon Chinese…

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  • The Pioneer Woman’s Chicken Salad

    Pile it on toasted bread or croissants with lettuce and tomato for a sandwich, eat it with crackers of your choice, or serve a scoop on lettuce leaves with assorted fruit and…

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  • Citrus Pesto (Pesto Agli Agrumi)

    Citrus Pesto (Pesto Agli Agrumi)

    This citrus pesto, AKA Pesto Agli Agrumi, originates from Sicily. Essentially, it contains the same ingredients as Pesto Alla Genovese, with almonds in place of pine nuts, and the addition…

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  • Creamed Mustard Greens

    Creamed Mustard Greens

    If you’re looking for a Southern-inspired side dish to accompany any grilled meats, look no further than this recipe for creamed mustard greens. Eating your greens is a…

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  • Creamed Mustard Greens

    Ingredients 6 pounds mustard greens (6-8 bunches), tough stems and ribs removed  3 Tablespoons grapeseed oil  3 large garlic cloves, minced  1 1/2 cups finely chopped onion 1…

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  • Southern Instant Pot Collard Greens

    Southern Instant Pot Collard Greens

    Ingredients 2 teaspoon olive oil 2 slices uncooked bacon chopped 4 ounces country ham sliced and chopped 1 small onion chopped 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar 2 Tablespoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 16 ounces…

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  • Succotash

    Succotash

    Succotash is an incredibly versatile side — it can be served hot, warm, or even chilled from the fridge. The freshly sautéed summer vegetables are classically paired with…

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  • Creole Cabbage

    Creole Cabbage

    Ingredients 2 Tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 medium green pepper, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 3/4 pound fully cooked andouille sausage links, sliced 1…

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