All the comforting flavors of homemade Southern cornbread dressing, baked into individual muffins with crispy golden edges and soft, savory centers. These are perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas or Sunday dinner when everyone wants a little extra of those crunchy edges! Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 25–30 minutesServings: 12 muffins Ingredients 5 cups crumbled day-old cornbread,…
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Mexican Street Corn Macaroni Salad
If you love Mexican street corn, this Mexican Street Corn Macaroni Salad is such a fun twist on classic pasta salad. Tender macaroni gets tossed with charred corn, cotija cheese, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro and a creamy chili-lime dressing. It’s creamy without being overly heavy, with plenty of fresh lime and smoky seasoning to give…
How to Make Packet Gravy Taste Homemade
I love a good shortcut, especially when you can take something simple from the pantry and make it taste like you spent way more time on it than you actually did. And that is exactly what we’re doing with a packet of brown gravy mix. The biggest trick is swapping the water for beef broth….
Antipasto Pasta Salad
If you love all the little bites on an antipasto platter, this pasta salad brings them together in one big bowl. Salami, pepperoni, two kinds of cheese, olives, pepperoncini, artichokes and roasted red peppers are tossed with rotini and a simple homemade Italian dressing. It’s colorful, flavorful and easy to make ahead, which makes it…
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower Rice
Cauliflower rice doesn’t have to be boring! This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower Rice is buttery, savory and just creamy enough to feel like comfort food while still keeping things light and low carb. Garlic, Parmesan and a little cream cheese give it tons of flavor without overpowering whatever you’re serving alongside it. It’s especially good…
Southern Mustard Potato Salad
Every good cookout needs a bowl of homemade potato salad, especially when burgers are coming off the grill! This version has my favorite texture: equal parts chunky and mashy. Half of the potatoes are lightly mashed while the rest stay in tender bite-sized pieces. The dressing is mostly yellow mustard with just enough mayonnaise to…
Build-Your-Own Burger Bar for Labor Day
There’s something about a burger bar that makes a simple backyard cookout feel like a party. Everyone gets exactly what they want and you don’t have to stand by the grill asking, “Cheddar or pepper jack?” twelve different times! Start with a few burger choices, such as classic beef patties, turkey burgers, veggie burgers or…
Creamy Parmesan Rice
This Creamy Parmesan Rice is rich, buttery, cheesy, and incredibly easy to make. Simmered in chicken broth and finished with plenty of freshly grated Parmesan, it’s a cozy side dish that pairs perfectly with chicken, steak, pork, seafood, or roasted vegetables. Simple ingredients, restaurant-quality flavor! Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutesServings:…
Crispy Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Bake
If you’re looking for an easy way to use up fresh summer zucchini, this Crispy Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Bake is a side dish the whole family will love. Tender zucchini is layered with garlic, melted cheese, and topped with a buttery herb-Parmesan crumble that bakes up perfectly golden and crisp. It’s simple enough for busy…
Chili Crisp Cucumbers
Prep Time: 10 minutesChill Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4–6 Ingredients 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced 2 teaspoons kosher salt ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons chili crisp (plus more to taste) 2 teaspoons honey 2 cloves garlic, finely grated 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger 2…
