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Welcome to my Recipe Index—your starting point for delicious inspiration! Whether you’re searching for quick weeknight dinners, cozy comfort food, or impressive dishes for entertaining, you’ll find something here for every craving and occasion.

Many of the internet’s most popular recipes can be found here, including my bok choy recipe, buffalo chicken dip recipe, bone broth recipe, chimichurri recipe, and our favorite pho recipe. Who needs a cookbook for weeknight dinners or meal plans when you can find exciting new dinner ideas here, like my Greek chicken recipe or my garlic butter pork chop recipe!

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Overhead image of a large pot of Manhattan clam chowder filled with carrots, celery, onion, potatoes, little neck clams, all simmering in a tomato and clam broth.

Dairy Free

A close up halved roasted butternut squash that has been roasted in a white dish

Gluten-Free

White bowl filled with healthy curried pumpkin soup and garnished with coconut milk, lime wheels, and cilantro.

Vegan

A big, round serving bowl brimming with a colorful house salad, perfectly layered with fresh lettuce, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, shredded carrots, Cheddar cheese, sliced hard-boiled eggs, and golden croutons, all finished with a generous drizzle of ranch dressing.

Vegetarian

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Bright, fresh sofrito packed into a glass jar, showing the texture and color of the final product from above.
Puerto Rican Sofrito Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Spoon drizzling balsamic vinaigrette over a fresh salad
Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe
5 from 1 vote
A rich, thick buffalo ranch sauce swirled in a bowl, garnished with chopped chives, and a spoon ready for dipping.
Buffalo Ranch Sauce Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Square-cropped view of a single roasted cauliflower steak with chimichurri on a white plate with fork.
Cauliflower Steaks Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Square overhead shot of pico de gallo in a scalloped white bowl with chips and lime slices.
Authentic Pico de Gallo Recipe
4.93 from 13 votes
Square cropped overhead of colorful shrimp fajitas with lime wedges and cilantro.
Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas Recipe
5 from 2 votes
Close-up of sweet potato fries dipped in spicy mayo garnished with scallions.
Homemade Spicy Mayo Recipe with Gochujang
5 from 1 vote
A wooden basting brush drips thick Korean BBQ sauce back into a glass jar. The sauce is deep red and glossy, showing its ideal sticky consistency.
Korean BBQ Sauce Recipe
5 from 1 vote
A focused, tight shot of a glass jar showcasing the rich red color and smooth texture of homemade mumbo sauce.
Mumbo Sauce Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Overhead close-up of Greek Chicken Salad with sliced chicken, feta cheese, avocado, and pita.
Greek Chicken Salad Recipe
4.82 from 11 votes
Centered square image of a clear glass bottle filled with creamy red-orange French dressing, ideal for recipe cards or thumbnails.
French Dressing Recipe
5 from 1 vote
A minimalist shot of a tall glass filled with creamy poppyseed dressing, with salad greens and lemon in the soft-focus background.
Poppyseed Dressing Recipe
5 from 1 vote
op-down view of a skillet filled with golden blackened shrimp, garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges for a bright, fresh finish.
Blackened Shrimp Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Green gumbo with sausage in pot next to bowl of rice
Green Gumbo Recipe (Gumbo Z’Herbes)
5 from 1 vote
A minimalist, bright close-up of three boudin balls stacked casually, with one topped in sauce.
Boudin Balls Recipe
5 from 1 vote
A close-up view of the finished sesame dressing with a ceramic spoon lifting the mixture, showcasing floating sesame seeds and a balanced oil-vinegar emulsion.
Asian Salad Dressing Recipe
4.80 from 5 votes
Creamy ginger dressing in a rustic bowl, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Ginger Dressing Recipe (Benihana-Inspired)
4.71 from 17 votes
Angled view of a platter loaded with grilled chicken souvlaki skewers, lemon slices, tzatziki, and Greek salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions.
Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Tender slow-cooked chicken gyro on a vertical spit with crispy charred edges.
DIY Gyro Meat Recipe
5 from 2 votes
Three puffed up pita bread stacked on top of each other warm and fresh out of the oven.
Homemade Pita Bread Recipe
5 from 2 votes
A spoonful of Thousand Island dressing being drizzled over a fresh green salad.
Thousand Island Dressing Recipe
5 from 1 vote
A small white bowl filled with creamy blue cheese dressing, sprinkled with blue cheese crumbles and chopped chives, surrounded by fresh raw vegetables like sugar snap peas, carrots, and celery for dipping.
Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Perfectly cooked and fluffed basmati rice in a small pot
Foolproof Basmati Rice Recipe
4.91 from 22 votes
Juicy pork chop topped with thickened sauce on a plate with mashed potatoes and and green beans.
Slow Cooker Pork Chops Recipe with Dijon Wine Sauce
5 from 1 vote
A detailed close-up of two thick slices of pork loin, showing the juicy interior and seasoned crust. The slices rest beside smooth mashed potatoes and vibrant green beans, all on a white plate.
Oven-Roasted Pork Loin Recipe
5 from 1 vote
A big, round serving bowl brimming with a colorful house salad, perfectly layered with fresh lettuce, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, shredded carrots, Cheddar cheese, sliced hard-boiled eggs, and golden croutons, all finished with a generous drizzle of ranch dressing.
House Salad Recipe
5 from 1 vote
A rustic wooden cutting board piled high with golden-brown fried chicken, each piece generously coated in a glossy hot honey glaze. The sauce glistens under soft lighting, accentuating the crispy texture of the crust. Small drips of honey pool on the board, and a few sprigs of fresh parsley add a pop of color. A small bowl of extra hot honey sits nearby for dipping or drizzling.
Hot Honey Chicken Recipe
5 from 1 vote
A full serving of golden, crispy buttermilk chicken tenders presented on a round plate with a small bowl of honey mustard dipping sauce, a side plate of French fries, fresh lemon slices, and a soft blue cloth napkin. Additional plates of chicken tenders surround the main dish, making this a perfect meal for sharing or game day.
Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Overhead view of glass jar filled with creamy honey mustard sauce. A spoon is raised slightly out of the sauce, showcasing its thick, dip-ready texture.
Honey Mustard Recipe
4.83 from 58 votes
A comforting bowl of creamy mashed potatoes topped with succulent, fork-tender braised pork shoulder and garnished with fresh herbs for a rustic, hearty meal.
Braised Pork Shoulder Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Golden pan-seared chicken cutlets in a turquoise-handled Dutch oven, simmering in creamy ranch gravy.
Ranch Chicken Recipe with Creamy Gravy
5 from 1 vote
A shallow white plate holds a hearty serving of Pastalaya. The pasta is coated in a vibrant reddish-orange sauce, flecked with herbs and bits of meat. The dish is garnished with finely chopped parsley and a light dusting of grated Parmesan, adding contrast and freshness.
Pastalaya Recipe
5 from 1 vote
A slice of thinly grilled beef held by chopsticks being dipped into a small bowl of yakiniku sauce.
Japanese BBQ Sauce (Yakiniku Tare) Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Oven baked sliced spare ribs glazed with BBQ sauce and topped with green onions resting on a foil-lined pan with a red-tipped basting brush beside them.
Easy Oven Baked Ribs Recipe
5 from 2 votes
A close-up shot of Alabama White Sauce being drizzled over crispy golden-brown baked chicken legs.
Alabama White Sauce Recipe (White BBQ Sauce)
5 from 1 vote
Homemade Dr. Pepper BBQ sauce in a glass storage jar with a spoon set to its left and a Dr. Pepper can in the background.
Dr. Pepper BBQ Sauce Recipe (No Ketchup Needed)
4 from 2 votes

 

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