These BBQ Chicken Elote Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are the perfect summer dinner—tender sweet potatoes filled with saucy BBQ chicken, melty pepper jack, and a creamy Greek yogurt corn elote topping. So good, they made it into my next cookbook!  Creator: Leslie Stokes Healthy, hearty, and bursting with flavor—these are officially cookbook-worthy. Last week I […]
This is one of those recipes you’ll make once and then keep coming back to. It checks all the boxes for a balanced, satisfying dinner that tastes way fancier than it is. It’s also one of my favorite meal prep bowls to batch on Sundays. You can dress it up with kimchi, avocado, jammy eggs…
These puff pastry wrapped brats are the ultimate easy appetizer or fun family dinner. With crispy golden pastry and bold, customizable flavor combos, they’re perfect for game day, the 4th of July, or a cozy night in.   Creator: Leslie Stokes There’s something about puff pastry that instantly makes things feel more fun—especially when
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Celebrate the 4th of July with this easy American Flag Puff Pastry Tart! A festive red, white, and blue dessert made with cream cheese filling and fresh berries, baked until golden and perfect for parties.  Creator: Leslie Stokes Every year, I try to make at least one 4th of July treat that’s festive but
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Recreate the viral Jersey Mike’s #7 Sub in a bowl with this easy, low-carb recipe—loaded with turkey, provolone, veggies, and tangy dressing. Includes an Italian deli meat option and meal prep tips!  Creator: Leslie Stokes Okay, confession time: I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve hit up Jersey Mike’s this summer for their
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This BBQ shredded beef bowl is the perfect summer dinner! Made with air fryer sweet potato fries, juicy BBQ beef, and a fresh peach coleslaw, it’s a healthy and flavorful option for busy moms and peach season lovers.  Creator: Leslie Stokes I’m all about balance in the summer—give me the flavor and the ease,
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This chili lime steak is bold, juicy, and packed with smoky citrus flavor. Made with a chipotle orange marinade and fresh herbs, it’s the perfect high-protein meal prep staple for tacos, bowls, salads, and more.  Creator: Leslie Stokes If I could bottle summer flavor and pour it over steak, this would be it. This
This Orange Chili Lime Chicken is smoky, citrusy, and made for summer grilling. Marinated in fresh orange and lime juice, Dijon, and chili powder, then topped with grilled corn salad for the perfect family-style dinner for hosting.  Creator: Leslie Stokes This right here is the recipe for summer hosting. It’s got bold flavor, super
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These Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas are a quick, flavor-packed dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep! Just slice, season, and roast everything on one pan. Juicy steak, tender peppers, and zesty spice—all in under 30 minutes.  Creator: Leslie Stokes If there’s one dinner that checks every box in my life right now—easy,
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These Blackstone Nachos are the ultimate camping meal—made right on the griddle with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, melty cheese, and all your favorite toppings. Easy, crowd-friendly, and totally customizable!  Creator: Leslie Stokes Let me just say… y’all nailed it picking this as the first recipe to share from our latest camping trip. These
