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Street corn chicken bowl, held with two hands.

Street Corn, But Make It Dinner

Hi Reader! If you love street corn so much that you want to make an entire meal out of it, this recipe is for you. You get all those same flavors—creamy, smoky, tangy—but in an easy-to-eat bowl that provides a good amount of protein. Sometimes I add black or pinto beans for even more protein,. As always the bonus with bowls is that everyone can build their own, which makes dinner way easier and much happier for everyone involved (especially me). Get The Recipe
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All About Asparagus 💚

Hi Reader! I love asparagus, and I especially love fresh, in-season asparagus. So this email is all about asparagus! First off - the basics! If you don't know how to cook asparagus, start with one of these three methods. ROASTED SAUTEÉD AIR FRIED Now, let's get into some fun recipes using asparagus! Asparagus Frittata Click For The Full Recipe! Asparagus Casserole Click For The Full Recipe! Asparagus Panzanella Click For The Full Recipe! Creamy Chicken and Asparagus Pasta Click For The Full...
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Porcupine meatballs, studded with rice, in a tomato based sauce.

What to make this week!

Hi Reader! This week's recipes will hopefully give you some great dinner ideas! There's honestly a little bit of everything, including my favorite use of leftover rice - fried rice! It's such a quick, easy, and satisfying dinner. And if you like buffalo wings, you have to try my newest chicken bites! They're so yummy. New! Buffalo Chicken Bites Click For The Full Recipe! Updated! Curry Chicken Salad Click For The Full Recipe! One Year Ago: Spatchcock Chicken Click For The Full Recipe! Two...
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Curry chicken salad, with apples, raisins, and celery shown.

The Chicken Salad I Actually Crave

Hi Reader! If you’re stuck in a lunch rut, this curry chicken salad is such a good switch-up. It’s creamy, a little sweet, and has just enough curry flavor to make it interesting without being overwhelming. I lighten it up with Greek yogurt, and it’s perfect for meal prep. I absolutely love this recipe and truly do crave it. I hope you try it and feel the same way! Get The Recipe
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Buffalo chicken bites in a bowl, topped with sliced green onions.

A New Twist on my Popular Chicken Bites!

Hi Reader! If you've tried my popular chicken bites, you are going to love this new buffalo twist on them! Its a twist on the same recipe, meaning it's still on your table in 20 minutes, but with a buttery buffalo sauce that will have you wanting to eat them straight out of the pan! I love these in a bowl with rice and some crisp veggies, but they're great as an appetizer, too. They're super versatile and you might just want to make a double batch! Get The Recipe
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🍤 6 of My EASIEST Shrimp Recipes! 🍤

Hi Reader! Shrimp is such a great protein to have on hand. Keep a bag in the freezer - it's easy to thaw and cooks super quickly. I pulled together a list of my easiest shrimp recipes. I used to not like shrimp, but testing and developing these recipes honestly have made me such a fan of shrimp. Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas I love making sheet pan fajitas and it works so well with shrimp! You can't beat the clean-up, and everything comes together quickly and easily. Click For The Full Recipe!...
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Banana cupcakes with chocolate frosting, on a cooling rack.

The Latest and Greatest on Rachel Cooks!

Hi Reader! Spring is finally consistently in the air and I couldn't be happier about it! My daughter is on the tennis team, and she's finally been able to get outside and play more after a number of canceled practices and matches. March in Michigan is a weather rollercoaster, let me tell you! This week's recipes include a super easy one pan pasta, the perfect baked potatoes, and some delicious recipes from my archives. Have a great weekend! New! Baked Orzo Click For The Full Recipe! Updated!...
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5 Sides to Make your Easter Perfect!

Hi Reader! If you celebrate Easter, this email is for you. If you don't celebrate Easter, this email is for you (they're delicious recipes, any day of the year!) These side dishes all make for a perfect, well-rounded meal and go especially well with this slow cooker ham. Hit reply and let me know which recipes you plan to make! I love hearing from you. Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes In addition to the ham, another great crockpot recipe is these crockpot cheesy potatoes. They're a classic comfort...
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Baked orzo, topped with melted cheese and fresh basil, being scooped.

Pasta…Without the Annoying Parts

Hi Reader! This is the pasta I make when I do not feel like making pasta. No boiling water, no draining, no extra pots. You don't even have to wrestle long noodles onto your fork. Everything goes into one pan and the orzo cooks right in the oven. It comes out cheesy, perfectly cooked, and very scoopable. I love that it's part casserole, part pasta dish. It's also supremely comforting. Give it a try and let me know what you think! Get The Recipe
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