Budget
Budget recipes draw on inexpensive ingredients and familiar staples. Omelettes, zucchini pancakes, and other preparations offer starting points when keeping ingredient expense low is part of choosing a meal.
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Dill Pickle Sauerkraut
If dill pickles and classic sauerkraut joined forces for grilling season, this would be the result. Crisp cabbage is naturally fermented with a precise 2% salt ratio, then…

Cilantro Lime Rice
Fluffy long-grain white rice cooked in the Instant Pot with butter or oil, finished with fresh lime juice, lime zest, and bold Fiesta Lime Pepper. Slightly firmer texture…

Sautéed Caramelized Cabbage & Onion
A simple, flavorful side dish with tender cabbage and sweet, caramelized onions. Paprika and lemon juice add a subtle zing. Perfect alongside rice, roasted potatoes, or any main…
Texas Heat Sous-Vide Salsa Verde
This Texas heat version brings bold chile flavor without sacrificing balance. Serrano, Jalapeño, and roasted poblano combine with sous-vide precision to create a deep, fiery salsa verde that…
Buttery Garlic Corn Rice
This buttery garlic corn rice is the ultimate comfort side dish — simple, cozy, and full of flavor. Sweet corn kernels sautéed in garlic and butter combine with…
Salsa Roja for Chile Rellenos
A bright, slightly smoky salsa roja that balances the richness of chile rellenos. This sauce is quick to prepare and can be made smooth or chunky, depending on…
Maple Cream Cheese Glaze with a Bourbon Kick
This glaze is pure decadence in drizzle form. Velvety cream cheese meets rich maple syrup for a sweet, earthy base that’s smooth and indulgent. A splash of bourbon…
Grilled Corn with Chili-Lime Butter
This Grilled Corn with Chili-Lime Butter is the perfect union of smoky char, rich butter, and tangy spice. Freshly grilled ears of corn are slathered in a spiced…

Saucy Burger Sauce
This Saucy Burger Sauce is the ultimate creamy, smoky, sweet, and tangy condiment that transforms any burger into a gourmet masterpiece. The marriage of mayo and BBQ sauce…
Bold & Tangy Chive Horseradish Dipping Sauce
This creamy dipping sauce packs a punch of flavor with a delightful mix of savory, tangy, and spicy notes. Perfect for everything from fried foods and grilled meats…
