16 Budget-Friendly Summer Grilling Recipes

Grilling can be as affordable as it is fun. Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu It’s no secret that feeding ourselves and the ones we love isnt cheap. Im always surprised by how much a bag or two of groceries can hit the wallet. Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu I want to stretch those dollars as far as possible while still eating food that I love. Of course, when it comes to summer, you know that Im not turning on the oven....

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 568 words · Christopher Moore

16 Crowd-Pleasing Recipes for Passover

These recipes are perfect for the Passover table and beyond. If you’re unsure what’s suitable,double check(better safe than sorry! ), otherwise use this list as your starting point for planning your holiday spread. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas Potato Kugel Simply Recipes / Micah Siva “Cant find matzo meal? Bring to a boil and simmer for 45 minutes or until tender.” Do not use egg matzo, as it is too soft....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 257 words · Nathaniel Hill

16 Delicious Side Dishes for Your Chicken Dinner

It’s time to switch things up, but still keep it simple. These 16 recipes are here to do just that. From potatoes and rice to roasted veggies and salads, there’s something for everyone here. Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek Kayla Hoang, Simply Recipes Contributor 2. Creamy Polenta “Look for a coarse grained yellow cornmeal; this will give you the right polenta texture. Fine grain cornmeal tends to cook up to mush....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 353 words · Casey Mitchell

16 Dinners To Make With a Pound of Ground Beef

Got beefthat is, a pound of it? Then, you have the key component of these easy dinners. And there were very few I didn’t love. Elise Bauer Could you make the following recipes with ground turkey ormeatless grounds? That’s the great thing. Ground beef is so flexible, it doesn’t even have to be beef. Megan Keno Regardless, it’s both brothy and hearty and pairs excellently with rolls or saltines. Stovetop Taco Soup...

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 365 words · Kayla Thomas

16 Easy Air Fryer Recipes for Dinner

Put your air fryer to good use with these delicious dinners. A few of my favoriteslemon and oregano, Italian herb, and BBQ cheddarare outlined in the recipe." Its okay if the buns are even at an angle. Simply Recipes / Nick Evans They will toast just fine!" Freeze the pieces, thaw in the fridge overnight, then squeeze out any excess moisture." Simply Recipes Contributor Grace Elkus Air Fryer Falafel “Typically, falafel are shaped into tablespoon-sized balls....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 176 words · Glenn Smith

16 Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipes (30 Minutes or Less)

The kids are back in school, and things have gotten really busy. This is not the time to push my family to try wildly different dishes. We are all dealing with enough newness right now. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas But that doesnt mean well eat the same old thing every night. I keep it interesting by taking our favorites and making minor changes. I make a slightly different stir fry, buy unique pasta shapes, or add different spices....

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 560 words · Brett Petersen

16 Easy, Last-Minute Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes

Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel We all know how easily time can get away from us during the holidays. Lisa Lin, Simply Recipes Contributor 2. Julie and Amy Luxemberg, Simply Recipes Contributors 3. Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel Elise Bauer, Simply Recipes Founder 4. Sally Vargas, Simply Recipes Contributor 5. Hank Shaw, Simply Recipes Contributor 6. Lisa Lin Green Beans with Shallots and Pancetta “When cooking the beans: test one bean....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 263 words · Christine Thompson

16 Five-Star Soup Recipes Our Readers Love

Every single one has garnered raves from readers. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas Soups are a big deal at Simply Recipes. I should know because I make one of our soup recipes just about every other week. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas This will be added to our rotation. Thanks for sharing!" It’s so easy and quick to make. Sally Vargas I finally don’t have to order Panera every time I feel like French onion soup!...

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 527 words · David Medina

16 Grown-Up Mocktails That Are Totally Worth Making

Happy hour has never been more interesting. Nowadays I just mix up my ownNA drinks to bring to gatherings, always with enough to share. I’ve also gotten pretty good at shrubs and syrup-spiked fizzy drinks. Simply Recipes / Laurel Randolph Here are plenty of creative and sophisticated mocktails you could make anytime, for any reason at all. Finally, you’ll be able to save those Diet Cokes for your next movie night....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 371 words · Todd Blake

16 Homemade Rolls That'll Steal the Show at Your Holiday Table

For all the talk of turkey, rolls are really where it’s at. Simply Recipes / Wanda Abraham One year I decided to skip serving homemade rolls at Thanksgiving. Don’t make the same mistake I did. Simply Recipes / Wanda Abraham Bake any one of these recipes and warm homemade rolls will be the stars of your table, too. We have rolls for every situation and baking skill level. Make a double batch so you’ll have leftovers for turkey sandwiches....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 353 words · Karen Mcgee

16 Last Minute Party Snacks and Appetizers

Keep last minute guests fed, entertained, and happy. Youll find recipes that range from entirely unfussy to just a bit fancy. And all of them are easy enough to do an hour or so before guests arrive. It’s a simple mix-together situation. Throw some baby carrots and celery sticks on a platter alongside and you’re done. The salad is dressed up with curry powder and crushed pineapple, which give it a throw-back vibe....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 394 words · Joseph Smith

16 Recipes To Make With a Pound of Stew Meat

In need of inspiration for how to use stew meat? Here are 16 of my favorite ways. Try it withmashed potatoes,egg noodles, or crusty baguette." Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe Elise Bauer, Simply Recipes Founder 2. Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff “DELICIOUS!! Sue, Simply Recipes Reader 3. Laura Heller Habanero peppers are a good swap. Speaking of heat, this recipe also calls for hot sauce. Any vinegar-based hot sauce will work here....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 377 words · Shirley Campbell

16 Shortcut Recipes for Speedy Weeknight Dinners

Use some clever ingredient hacks to move things along. Just note the size of the packageyou’ll need about 8.5 ounces." Its on repeat in my house because its a nutrient-dense meal that tastes like fried food. Simply Recipes / Alexandra Shytsman I always use Fage Nonfat Greek Yogurt, but reduced fat or full fat will work as well." This will give your cornbread a fun color and bite of spice."...

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 265 words · Morgan Cunningham