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Three pieces of grilled salmon on brown parchment paper.

Easy Main Dishes For Father's Day

Hi Reader! Father's Day is this weekend so I wanted to send a variety of delicious ideas for you! First though, I want to say that on days like these, I always think of those who might find Father's Day to be sad and hard, instead of joyful. Please know that you in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you are surrounded by love, however that may look for you. Slow Cooker Ribs These slow cooker ribs are so tender and juicy and you can fix ’em and forget ’em for up to ten hours. I think this is what...
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Corn and jalapeno dip in a black skillet, a hand holding a chip with dip over the skillet.

This Is a “Stand by the Dip” Situation

Hi Reader! You know those dips where people take a scoop…and then just kind of linger nearby? This is that. The sweet corn and jalapeño combo is a little spicy, a little sweet, super creamy, and very easy to keep going back to without really thinking about it. It has jalapeño popper dip vibes, but with juicy sweet corn instead of smoky bacon. I like that it all comes together in one pan, too. No mixing bowls required. 🙌🏻 Get The Recipe
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No One Is Crabby When They're Eating Crab Cakes

Hi Reader! These mini crab cakes are easy to make, cook quickly, and people go back for more every time (just so crispy and irresistible!). If you're tempted to skip the lemon aioli, don't. It's the perfect complement to the crispy crab cakes, and it's also very easy to make. I'll be honest, I've never been a huge crab fan but I LOVED these. Get The Recipe
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Grilled chicken sandwich on a toasted bun with lettuce, tomato, pickle.

Secret-Ingredient Chicken Sandwich You’ll Devour

Hi Reader! This grilled chicken sandwich has a secret ingredient in both the chicken marinade and the "special sauce." This ingredient is probably something you already have in your house, and it's an easy addition to really make this sandwich stand out from the crowd. It's already become a new summer favorite of ours. Get The Recipe Hit reply and let me know if you plan to make this!
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Fruit dip in a round bowl, surrounded by grapes, strawberries, pineapple, blueberries, and melon.

Latest and Greatest on Rachel Cooks!

Hi Reader! I hope you had a wonderful week! We are enjoying summer break and the slower, relaxed days that come with it. This email includes some recipes that are perfect for summer (I mean, bbq chicken marinade screams grilling!). The black bean burgers are a recipe I'm really proud of. We tested that one quite a few times to get it right and have it actually taste good and have good texture. Even if you're not vegetarian, give it a try! New! BBQ Chicken Marinade Click For The Full Recipe!...
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Bolognese sauce on ribbon style pasta, garnished with basil leaves.

Normal Night Bolognese

Hi Reader! I had the privilege of tasting bolognese in Bologna, Italy, and honestly, not many things will top that experience. I love a classic bolognese, but in reality, I’m not simmering pasta sauce for half a day on a random Tuesday. This is the version I actually make frequently. It uses turkey instead of ground beef, and it only takes around an hour. That's a win. Get The Recipe
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Close up of grilled bbq chicken, sliced.

Skipping Marinade Always Ends in Regret

Hi Reader! Chicken can either be really good or really dry and bad, and a marinade makes all the difference. This BBQ marinade screams summer and it adds flavor to the chicken before you even toss it on the grill. Plus, it's super easy to make - you likely have all the ingredients on hand! Make sure to save this one for all of your summer grilling! Get The Recipe
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Strawberry trifle with layered angel food cake and whipped cream mixture.

Strawberry Season 🍓

Hi Reader! There is absolutely nothing like fresh, in-season strawberries. We buy strawberries year-round, but when they're in season in Michigan, they're a completely different fruit. So full of flavor and absolutely irresistible. Here are some of my favorite recipes to make with those delicious berries! Strawberry Freezer Jam Click For The Full Recipe! Strawberry Margarita Punch Click For The Full Recipe! Strawberry Trifle Click For The Full Recipe! Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Click For The...
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Overhead view of blueberry apple crisp with a oat topping, a spoon scooping some out.

The Latest and Greatest!

Hi Reader! Happy June! I know I say it all the time, but wow is time just flying by! It's really hard to believe it's June already. In this week's weekly recap, you'll find a couple incredible dinner recipes, a couple winning desserts, and as always, a meal plan and free printable grocery list! New! Honey Garlic Tofu Stir Fry Click For The Full Recipe! New! Oven Baked Ribs Click For The Full Recipe! One Year Ago: Cake Mix Cookies Click For The Full Recipe! Two Years Ago: Roasted Cauliflower...
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