Recipes

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Mexican Corn Salad Esquites

Straight from the streets of rural Mexico, this Mexican Corn Salad (known as esquites by the natives) is super simple to make and so delicious. If you’re looking for the real deal, look no further.

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Corn Chowder

Chilly days call for warm bowls of sweet, smoky Corn Chowder. This incredible soup can be made any time of year and comes together quickly, thanks to frozen corn.

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Italian Chopped Salad

This Italian Chopped Salad, based on the CPK version, is loaded with turkey, salami, chickpeas, and vegetables tossed in a delicious mustard vinaigrette.

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Egg Muffins

For a healthy breakfast recipe that’s easy to make and easy to love, try my Starbucks copycat Egg Muffins. Bake a batch of this muffin tin recipe to enjoy now or freeze for a meal prep breakfast or snack.

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Baked Mac and Cheese

Take a break from the blue box mac. Homemade Baked Mac and Cheese is the epitome of comfort food! The irresistible garlic butter breadcrumb-topped casserole is a surprisingly easy dinner recipe, calling for just 10 minutes of prep time.

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The Best Tuna Salad

I never get tired of an excellent Tuna Salad Recipe, and of the hundreds of versions I’ve made, this version is the best. Serve on toast, crackers, a bed of greens, or grilled as a very delicious tuna melt.

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Black Bean Salad

This easy Black Bean Salad combines fresh, frozen, and canned ingredients for a budget-friendly 20-minute side dish or light lunch. The homemade salad dressing elevates the flavors of this vegetarian recipe to restaurant-worthy territ

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Wisconsin Beer Brats

It’s not summer or tailgate season without beer brats. If you like the flavor of caramelized onions, then you’ll love this easy 4-ingredient grilled brat recipe.

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The Best Macaroni Salad

The Best Macaroni Salad doesn’t make you choose between ham or bacon. Use both in this easy pasta salad recipe, along with a creamy, classic Midwest salad dressing. This big-batch macaroni salad is perfect for potluck and party menus.

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Thai Peanut Chicken and Noodles

Thai Peanut Chicken and Noodles is a 30-minute recreation of one of my favorite Thai takeout recipes. Leftover or rotisserie chicken, pasta, and pantry staples make team up for this easy dinner idea that comes together quicker than delivery can arrive at your door.