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Reddish orange drink in a martini glass, garnished with a blood orange slice.

Latest and Greatest on Rachel Cooks!

Hi Reader! I just celebrated my 43rd birthday! While it's wild to think that I'm already 43, I'm counting my blessings and feeling grateful for my health and the health of my family. And I'm still holding on to summer! I don't want to think about summer ending yet. We have a couple more fun things planned that I'm really looking forward to. This week's recipes definitely still have summer written all over them, too. However, and it's only a suggestion, but future you will thank you if you...
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Crustless quiche in a white pie plate, surrounded by broccoli florets, cubed ham, and shredded cheddar.

Brunch or Meal Prep?

Hi Reader! I love brunch. There's something so relaxed about it, enjoying good food (bacon! eggs! coffee!) and having conversation with people you love. Honestly, what could be better? This crustless quiche recipe is perfect for brunch because it's so easy to make! I also love this recipe for meal prep. What do you think you'd be most likely to use it for? Get The Recipe
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Four baked chicken taquitos on a plate topped with sour cream and salsa.

If You Can Roll A Tortilla...

Hi Reader! For some reason, taquitos have always felt like one of those recipes you'd only make if you had a lot of time. Turns out they're really quite easy. If you can roll up a tortilla, you can make taquitos. The filling comes together in minutes, they're baked instead of fried, and the oven takes care of the hard part. You won't be able to stop eating these! Get The Recipe
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Honey butter corn in a black skillet.

Let’s Talk All Things Corn 🌽

Hi Reader! There aren't many things that say summer like fresh corn does. Sweet, crisp, and quintessentially summer. In this email, I'm featuring some of my personal favorite corn recipes (or recipes that include corn). I hope you love them! Air Fryer Corn on the Cob Crisp and tender air fryer corn on the cob is so quick and easy, you’ll want to make it every night! You might also want to try Instant Pot corn on the cob. Click For The Full Recipe! Honey Butter Skillet Corn This honey butter...
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Four pieces of stuffed french toast in a stack topped with whipped cream and a strawberry.

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Hi Reader! Happy Friday! I've been hearing way too much talk about back-to-school lately and I am not okay with it. I feel like acting like a toddler, sticking my fingers in my ears and saying "la la la I can't hear you!" I'm holding on to summer for dear life. We have a couple more short, super fun trips planned and I'm focusing on those. I hope you're also enjoying your summer, and I hope you enjoy these recipes! We've been having so much fun creating sheet pan meals, and they're great for...
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Sheet pan dinner with chicken, tomatoes, bread cubes, zucchini, and fresh herbs.

I Bet You've Never Had Panzanella Like This!

Hi Reader! Okay, I know calling this recipe "panzanella" is a bit of a stretch. But let's embrace a little whimsy. I love panzanella, and I love creating sheet pan dinners, so I really wanted to create a mash-up of the two. And the result was delicious! I could definitely make a meal out of traditional panzanella (sign me up for any salad that involves bread!), but without protein, I’m left hungry a few hours later. This sheet pan panzanella takes care of that issue since it has chicken to...
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Sheet pan chicken teriyaki, with chicken, broccoli, snow peas, red bell peppers and a brownish sauce.

Takeout Flavor, Sheet Pan Effort

Hi Reader! I have made a lot of sheet pan dinners in my life. A LOT. And this is one I keep coming back to. The teriyaki sauce is simple, the cleanup is easy, and every time I make it I wonder why I don't make it more often. With or without rice, it's absolutely delicious. Get The Recipe
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Salad with chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta.

8 Salads That Skip The Greens (you'll thank me later)

Hi Reader! By now you've probably heard about the parasite that's been making headlines. If you've been side-eyeing your salad greens lately, I completely get it (I have too!). The good news? Some of the best salads out there have absolutely nothing to do with lettuce. I've rounded up 8 of my favorites to keep you well-fed while you wait for the all-clear. Broccoli Cauliflower Salad Click For The Full Recipe! Grilled Peach Salad with Burrata Click For The Full Recipe! Chopped Greek Salad...
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Blueberry crumble on a white plate topped with ice cream.

Blueberry Crumble Hack: One Bowl, No Mess

Hi Reader! Just a reminder - you can update your preferences so you can control how many emails you get from me! Now, let's talk about this blueberry crumble recipe. Crisps, cobblers, and crumbles are my favorite desserts any time of year, but especially in the summer. This blueberry crumble could not be easier to make and can be made with fresh or frozen blueberries. I know you'll love it as much as I do! Get The Recipe!
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