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Quinoa spring roll salad in a white bowl held with two hands.

Is this the perfect side for salmon?

Hi Reader! This spring roll salad has everything I love about spring rolls, but in a quinoa salad that's perfect for meal prep because it keeps great in the fridge. Crisp vegetables, protein-packed quinoa, and fresh, bright favors come together in a salad that works as a side (it goes great with my soy glazed salmon) or a full meal. Get The Recipe
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Bacon ranch pasta in a white pot, with a black spoon and hand scooping some out.

Another One Pot Pasta

Hi Reader! At this point, it's no secret at all that I love creating one pan meals, especially one pan pasta recipes. Who needs a colander when you can have creamy, perfect pasta all in one pot? This bacon ranch version is a universal crowd pleaser - the flavors are out of this world, and you won't be stuck doing dishes for hours. Get The Recipe
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9 ways to build a better bowl this week. 🥗

Hi Reader! I love to make a big batch of protein at the beginning of the week and use it to make bowls. It makes lunches and dinner super quick and easy. One of the easiest ways to do this is to use the slow cooker! Work smarter, not harder! I gathered up 9 recipes that are perfect for this kind of prep. From Cuban pork to cozy Italian pot roast, there is something for everyone. I also included some great grain bases, toppings, and sauces to create the perfect bowl! Get The Recipes
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The Latest and Greatest!

Hi Reader! I have over 1,400 recipes on my website (or in production), and sometimes I honestly forget about some of them. I love sending these weekly recap emails with the recipes from one, two, and three years ago because it reminds me of recipes I may have forgotten. I always want to get right in the kitchen and make them again ASAP! I hope you love it too. I'm tempted to add four, five, and maybe six years ago? What do you think? Would that be phenomenally awesome or incredibly...
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Spinach artichoke bites on a white surface.

Spinach Artichoke Dip, But Make it Fancy

Hi Reader! If you love spinach dip but hate the double-dippers, this is the recipe for you. You take that same creamy, cheesy filling and scoop it into frozen phyllo shells (so easy!). You can prep the filling days ahead, so when people show up, just bake them for ten minutes. They are perfect, crispy little bites. Get The Recipe
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Creamy beef and shells in a white pot.

Is it Hamburger Helper? Nope, it’s better.

Hi Reader! I’ve spent 15 years developing recipes, and I’ve found that sometimes the best dinners are the ones that remind you of being a kid. This Creamy Beef and Shells is my from-scratch version of Hamburger Helper Cheesy Italian Shells. But there are no mystery seasoning packets here - just simple pantry staples, ground beef, and a lot of cheese. This is one of those recipes where going into testing, I knew it would be decent, but we actually fell so hard for this recipe. It's really...
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A collage of high-protein meals including meatballs, burger, chili, stir-fry, and pasta, with text: 12 High-Protein Meals Perfect for Meal Prepping.

My 12 Favorite High-Protein Meal Preps

Hi Reader! Tired of being hungry an hour after lunch? Fuel up with 12 high-protein meal prep favorites. They're all easy to prep and reheat great - my two main requirements for meal prep! Most freeze well, too! Get The Recipe
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Gnocchi, spinach and sausage in a creamy tomato sauce.

The Latest and Greatest on Rachel Cooks!

Hi Reader! Happy Friday! I swear the weeks are just flying by. My son is wrapping up his robotics season, and we're continuing to play a lot of indoor tennis. We are counting down the days until we get some warmer weather and our favorite local courts put their nets back up. This has been a rough winter! This week's recipe all have comfort food vibes and just writing this email makes me want to remake them all asap! So much yumminess. 🥳 New! General Tso's Tofu Sheet Pan Dinner Click For The...
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Piece of chicken tetrazzini on a plate.

Easier Tetrazzini!

Hi Reader! If you hate washing dishes as much as I do, you need this recipe. I took classic chicken tetrazzini and eliminated the step where you boil and drain the pasta. Instead, it cooks right in the sauce, not only eliminating dishes and reducing cook time, but also upping the flavor. It's so tasty and the perfect use for leftover chicken! Get The Recipe
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