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If there is one thing that I always keep around, it’s eggs. Not only are they inexpensive and easy to cook, but there are so many ways to enjoy them. Scrambled, fried, poached, hard or soft-boiled, on their own, packed with veggies, loaded with melty cheese, or served with meat…the possibilities for eggs are really endless. That’s why they’re one of my favorite refri...

If there is one thing that I always keep around, it’s eggs. Not only are they inexpensive and easy to cook, but there are so many ways to enjoy them. Scrambled, fried, poached, hard or soft-boiled, on their own, packed with veggies, loaded with melty cheese, or served with meat…the possibilities for eggs are really endless. That’s why they’re one of my favorite refri...

I don’t know about you, but one of my favorite ways to cook when I just can’t be bothered is with a good one-pan meal. This Sweet Potato and Ground Turkey Skillet gives ground turkey a simple glow-up with sweet potato, kale, savory herbs, and a creamy Parmesan orzo that brings everything together. It’s hearty without feeling heavy and ready in about 40 minutes. And w...

Fried rice is a takeout classic because it’s easy, filling, delicious, and inexpensive, which is everything I want from a meal made at home, too! I love making Vegetable Fried Rice at home because it saves me money and gives leftover rice and any odds and ends in my fridge a second life. Think of this recipe as a simple base you can customize with whatever vegetables...

These BBQ Chicken Foil Packs bring everything I love about summer cookouts together in one easy dinner. Each packet is filled with tender chicken thighs, Yukon Gold potatoes, bell pepper, and red onion, all coated in smoky seasonings and barbecue sauce. There’s no marinating or precooking needed; everything is ready in about 40 minutes, and each foil pack is a full meal in on...