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My air fryer banana bread recipe cooks in less time than in the oven and turns out moist, fluffy, with a gorgeous, tender crumb. It uses healthier, pantry-staple ingredients. Key Ingredients Here are the main players for air fryer banana bread, along with my kitchen notes. Full measurements are in the recipe card below. How…

My air fryer peaches remind me so much of grilled peaches, but faster, sweeter, and without all the fuss. They turn out perfectly tender with caramelized edges while still holding their shape.  Grilled peaches are one of my favorite desserts, but they’ve always felt like a ‘grill-only’ recipe to me. Every time I considered making…

I love making smash burgers in the air fryer when I don’t feel like firing up the grill. The patties cook in just 10 minutes and still turn out juicy, cheesy, and loaded with crispy edges.  Smash burgers have taken over social media and burger joints for good reason. If you’re unfamiliar, a smash burger…

My classic wedge salad recipe combines crisp iceberg lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crispy bacon, all drizzled with a tangy blue cheese dressing. It’s simple yet elegant and so easy to make.  The first time I tried a wedge salad at a steakhouse, I had very low expectations. A salad based around iceberg…

My smoked beef tenderloin recipe is deceptively simple and guarantees juicy, tender beef with a rich smoky flavor and gorgeous crust every time.  When I first started experimenting with smoker recipes, I kept things simple with proteins like chicken breast or pork belly. I’ve always loved smoked beef tenderloin from pubs and smokehouses, so recreating…