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Easy Denver Omelette (with Ham, Peppers, Onions, & Cheese)

Easy Denver Omelette (with Ham, Peppers, Onions, & Cheese)

A Denver omelette (also called a western omelette), overflowing with diced ham, sauteed pepper, onions, and melted cheese, is a diner staple and brunch favorite. Easier to get right than the fussier French omelettes, a western omelette can have some golden browning on the egg and a simple fold… it’s easy to master!

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Homemade Herb & Cheese Oatcakes

Homemade Herb & Cheese Oatcakes

These homemade herb and cheese oatcakes are a simple little nibble that’s perfect for snacking, cheese plates, or tea. They’re packed with whole grain oats, wholesome sharp cheese, a bit of butter, and lightly seasoned with thyme, sea salt, and cracked black pepper.

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Brown Butter and Old Bay Popcorn

Brown Butter and Old Bay Popcorn

This simple stove-top recipe is fast, easy, and almost irresistible. Once you get the hang of this incredibly simple and thrifty stove-top popcorn recipe, you can have theater-quality fresh popcorn at home!

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Cajun Crispy Potato Wedges (Easy Oven Fries)

Cajun Crispy Potato Wedges (Easy Oven Fries)

These easy Cajun-seasoned crispy potato wedges are classic comfort food. Budget friendly, pantry to plate in 45 minutes or less!

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Red Lentil Spaghetti with Aglio e Olio, Turkey, & Mushrooms

Red Lentil Spaghetti with Aglio e Olio, Turkey, & Mushrooms

Can't decide what's for dinner, but you're hungry NOW? Try this quick red lentil spaghetti recipe with a garlic and olive oil sauce, sauteed onions, mushrooms, and turkey or chicken. Fast & easy! You can even skip the poultry or substitute cooked chickpeas and make a vegetarian/vegan version!

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Easy Denver Omelette (with Ham, Peppers, Onions, & Cheese)

Easy Denver Omelette (with Ham, Peppers, Onions, & Cheese)

A Denver omelette (also called a western omelette), overflowing with diced ham, sauteed pepper, onions, and melted cheese, is a diner staple and brunch favorite. Easier to get right than the fussier French omelettes, a western omelette can have some golden browning on the egg and a simple fold… it’s easy to master!

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Cajun Crispy Potato Wedges (Easy Oven Fries)

Cajun Crispy Potato Wedges (Easy Oven Fries)

These easy Cajun-seasoned crispy potato wedges are classic comfort food. Budget friendly, pantry to plate in 45 minutes or less!

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Smoky White Bean Soup with Pork & Collards (Instant Pot Recipe)

Smoky White Bean Soup with Pork & Collards (Instant Pot Recipe)

This smoky white bean soup with pork and collard greens will warm you from the inside out. This substantial southern soup has got soul, y’all! This recipe makes a big batch, perfect for feeding a crowd or meal-prepping, and it freezes beautifully. It’s sized for an 8 quart Instant Pot, but you can still make it if you have a smaller IP… just cut the recipe in half, or see the recipe post for stove top or crock pot preparation.

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Rum Raisin Bread Pudding with Apples

Rum Raisin Bread Pudding with Apples

This rum raisin bread pudding is classic comfort food, studded with rum-soaked raisins, chunks of fresh apple, and a creamy egg custard. I like it best served warm, with either a caramel or custard sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or even rum raisin ice cream to take it over the top!

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Spicy Coriander Coconut Green Chutney

Spicy Coriander Coconut Green Chutney

This vibrant green chutney recipe is fast and so delicious! It's a raw and vegan recipe that takes less than 10 minutes. The fresh green coriander (cilantro) leaves are blended with green chiles, citrus, spices, and creamy coconut milk.

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