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California Cobb Salad

Crisp romaine and nutty red quinoa are arranged with rows of bacon, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, avocado, and watermelon radish, then drizzled with a creamy food processor blue cheese dressing. This West Coast spin on the classic Cobb adds wholesome quinoa and striking watermelon radish for a hearty, colorful salad that eats like a full meal.

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Grilled Lamb Meatball Flatbread with Grilled Tomato Sauce

Spiced lamb meatballs seasoned with coriander, cumin, and cinnamon, grilled in a basket and served on charred naan with a grilled tomato sauce and crumbled feta. A Mediterranean-inspired flatbread made entirely on the grill that brings bold, aromatic flavor to an all-day grilling session.

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Breakfast Fajitas

Morning-after fajitas with sauteed bell peppers, scrambled eggs, and chili seasoning wrapped in warm flour tortillas. A hearty, satisfying brunch that comes together fast.

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Boozy Frozen Espresso

Espresso frozen into ice cubes is blended with half-and-half, vodka, coffee liqueur, sugar, and vanilla for a creamy, slushy coc

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Mom's Spaghetti and Meatballs

Tender beef and pork meatballs seasoned with oregano, garlic, and Pecorino Romano, simmered in a rich tomato-basil sauce and served over spaghetti. A beloved family recipe that brings the heart of Little Italy straight to the dinner table.

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Spicy Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread

Refrigerated biscuit dough is pulled apart, stuffed with mozzarella, rolled into balls, arranged in a cast-iron skillet, and baked with a scallion-garlic-red pepper butter drizzled over the top. This gooey, shareable pull-apart bread is an irresistible spicy snack that pairs perfectly with game day gatherings or a bowl of hearty chili.

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Arugula and Mushroom Salad

Recipe courtesy of Valerie Bertinelli Peppery baby arugula, crisp Belgian endives, and sliced white mushrooms are tossed in a bright Champagne vinegar-Dijon vinaigrette with minced shallots and fresh chives. This lilight, elegant salad provides a refreshing contrast to a richly flavored chicken dinner.

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Steak and Spicy Salad (for one)

An easy meal for one, this sizzling steak-and-greens dish brings big flavors with buttery chili crisp, bold seasoning, and a restaurant-worthy plate in under 10 minutes.

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Valerie’s Shakin' Chicken

These Shakin’ Chicken cutlets are my go-to for a crispy, flavorful dinner that’s easy to make ahead and keep in the freezer. Cook them whenever you need a quick, comforting meal — especially perfect topped with a fresh, lemony arugula salad.

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Roasted Broccoli Rabe

Broccoli rabe roasted with cherry tomatoes and sliced shallots until crisp-tender. A quick, nutritious Italian side dish with bold, slightly bitter flavor.

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