Crispy Un-Fried Chicken

Classic Double Cheeseburgers with Special Sauce

Thin beef patties are grilled with American cheese and stacked double-high on buns with a tangy special sauce made from mayo, ketchup, mustard, relish, and Worcestershire. These smash-style double cheeseburgers deliver the nostalgic, drippy, two-fisted joy of a classic American burger done right.

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Crispy Pancetta Crostini with Arugula-Lemon Pesto

Toasted baguette slices topped with baked crispy pancetta and a bright arugula pesto made with pine nuts, Parmesan, and fresh lemon. A savory, crunchy appetizer that balances salty pancetta with peppery, citrus-kissed greens.

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Grasshopper Icebox Pie

A chocolate wafer cookie crust is layered with a rich chocolate-coconut oil-creme de menthe ganache, then filled with a fluffy creme de menthe whipped cream and frozen until set. This cool, minty, no-bake icebox pie is the perfect refreshing finish to a fiery meal, with layers of chocolate and mint in every frozen slice.

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Blood Orange Brown Derby

Bourbon is shaken with freshly squeezed blood orange juice and honey syrup, then strained into a coupe glass and garnished with a twist of blood orange peel. The striking crimson hue of the blood orange makes this classic cocktail a showstopper that embodies the rainbow theme.

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Smokey Cheddar Cheese Crackers

Homemade crackers made with extra-sharp cheddar, smoked paprika, and a pinch of cayenne, baked until golden and crisp. An irresistible savory snack ideal for nibbling on a cozy night in.

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Valerie's Brunch Frittata

A vibrant brunch frittata loaded with asparagus, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, and fresh herbs. Finished under the broiler for a golden top and served straight from the skillet.

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Green Curry Vegetables

Blanched broccoli, cauliflower, and snap peas are simmered in a fragrant coconut milk-green curry paste sauce with shredded cabbage, carrots, and creamy avocado stirred in at the end. This vibrant, fully vegan curry delivers bold Southeast Asian flavor and satisfying richness without any meat or dairy.

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Mole

A complex mole sauce built from ancho and pasilla chiles, almonds, pepitas, Mexican chocolate, raisins, chipotles, and warm spices is slow-cooked with chicken for four hours and served with a bright radish salad and charred tortillas. This rich, deeply layered mole showcases the depth of Mexican cuisine and lets the slow cooker do the patient work of melding dozens of ingredients into one extraordinary sauce.

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Rhubarb Spritz

Homemade rhubarb syrup is combined with elderflower liqueur and topped with chilled prosecco over ice for a blush-pink, effervescent cocktail. This elegant, seasonal spritz is a refreshing way to welcome spring and makes a beautiful signature drink for a garden party.

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Affogato

A quick and indulgent Italian dessert made by pouring a shot of hot espresso over vanilla ice cream. Topped with chocolate-covered almonds for an elegant after-dinner treat.

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