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Roasted Tomato Burrata Appetizer with Crispy Crostini

Roasted Tomato Burrata Appetizer with Crostini | Easy Summer Appetizer

This roasted tomato burrata appetizer is the perfect easy summer recipe made with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata, fresh basil, and crispy homemade crostini. Ready in about 30 minutes and perfect for entertaining! Creator: Leslie Stokes There are just some recipes that look like you spent hours making them, but secretly come together […]

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Peach Hot Honey Whipped Feta Dip

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This Peach Hot Honey Whipped Feta Dip is the ultimate summer appetizer! Creamy whipped feta topped with juicy peaches, hot honey, pistachios, fresh basil, and optional crispy prosciutto. Perfect for entertaining with homemade crostini. Creator: Leslie Stokes Every summer I find myself buying way too many peaches… and honestly, I never regret it. Peach

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Red, White & Blue Watermelon Berry Salad with Honey Lime Dressing

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This easy patriotic watermelon berry salad is the perfect 4th of July side dish. Made with fresh watermelon, berries, mozzarella stars, basil, and a honey lime dressing, it’s fresh, festive, and ready in minutes. Creator: Leslie Stokes If you’re looking for the prettiest thing to put on your 4th of July table this year,

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Patriotic Italian Pasta Salad with Protein+ Stars in cups

Patriotic Italian Pasta Salad (High-Protein & Perfect for Summer Hosting)

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If you’re looking for a festive Fourth of July pasta salad that still feels elevated enough for summer hosting, this Patriotic Italian Pasta Salad with Protein+ Stars is it! Creator: Leslie Stokes If you’re looking for a festive Fourth of July pasta salad that still feels elevated enough for summer hosting, this is it.

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The Best Homemade Guacamole (Plus My Frozen Guacamole Hack)

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This simple homemade guacamole is fresh, flavorful, and perfect for tacos, snack plates, burgers, or chips. Bonus: freeze it in silicone molds so you always have fresh guacamole ready to go. Creator: Leslie Stokes If there is one food I absolutely hate wasting, it’s avocados. Because tell me why they go from rock hard…

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The Cutest Retro Americana Hot Dog Bar for Memorial Day, 4th of July & Summer BBQs

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Create the cutest retro Americana hot dog bar for Memorial Day, Fourth of July, pool parties, and summer BBQs! Featuring an easy hot dog steamer, chili bar toppings, patriotic hosting ideas, affordable Amazon finds, and nostalgic summer details your guests will love. Creator: Leslie Stokes The Cutest Summer Hot Dog Bar for Every Backyard

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Memorial Day Weekend Menu: Everything I’m Making at the Beach

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Heading to the beach for Memorial Day weekend? Here’s my full Memorial Day menu with easy breakfast ideas, burger and hot dog bars, beachside sandwiches, summer appetizers, grilled dinners, and simple desserts perfect for entertaining. Creator: Leslie Stokes There’s just something about Memorial Day weekend that feels like the official kickoff to summer. The

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Bacon-Wrapped Dill Pickle Poppers

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These bacon-wrapped dill pickle poppers are a tangy, crispy twist on jalapeño poppers! Stuffed with a creamy ranch cheese filling and cooked in the air fryer or smoker, they’re the perfect high-protein appetizer for parties, BBQs, or game day. Creator: Leslie Stokes If you’ve been following along with my pickle series, then you already

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High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip

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This high-protein buffalo chicken dip went viral for a reason. Made with blended cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, it’s creamy, cheesy, and perfect for meal prep lunches or an easy snack. Creator: Leslie Stokes This high-protein buffalo chicken dip recipe feels a little nostalgic to me because it was one of the first recipes

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Crispy Dill Pickle Chips with Greek Yogurt Ranch

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These crispy Air Fryer Dill Pickle Chips are the ultimate healthy snack! Coated in seasoned panko and served with a creamy high-protein Greek Yogurt Ranch, they’re crunchy, tangy, and so easy to make in the PowerXL Air Fryer. Perfect for game day or a fun family night in! Creator: Leslie Stokes If you’re the

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