A cast iron skillet holds the savory delight of Calabacitas con queso, featuring Mexican zucchini, corn, and tomatoes mixed with melted cheese. The dish looks saucy and freshly cooked, while a blue serving spoon rests in the skillet on a black square trivet with a circular cutout on top right.

Calabacitas con queso (mexican Zucchini with cheese)

About this recipe This easy, comforting, and flavorful Mexican dish, calabacitas con queso, must be on your menu for life. This simple one-pan meal packed with tender calabacitas (Mexican zucchini), juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and melty mozzarella cheese is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. It’s a classic Mexican …

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A black plate of sweet and spicy Brussels sprouts garnished with herbs and green onions sits on a wooden serving board. Lime wedges are on the side. A small jar with a spoon is in the background, slightly blurred. The setting is bright and minimalistic.

Sweet and spicy Brussels sprouts

These sweet and spicy Brussels sprouts are crispy, caramelized, and flavorful! Every time I make them, they disappear fast (my family loves them)—I always end up doubling the batch. The secret? A perfectly balanced sticky, sweet, and spicy sauce that turns these roasted Brussels sprouts into an irresistible side dish.

A person in a striped shirt holds a bowl of corn and chopped green vegetables, crafting a Sinaloense colache with a wooden spoon. Two zucchinis rest on the wooden table nearby, alongside a small bowl containing two gray stones.

Colache Sinaloense

About this recipe This dish also holds a special place in my heart because my mom is from Sinaloa, and she made this dish pretty often when I was growing up. I loved eating it with a squeeze of lime juice and a spicy sauce like Valentina, Botanera, or Salsa …

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BAKED GREEN BEANS WITH Fake AIOLI

About this recipe This recipe for baked green beans and aioli (vegan and cruelty-free) is the perfect and delicious side dish. Roasted green beans in the oven or in your air fryer are so easy to make and flavorful. So good, I could eat them all. Green beans are one …

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A plate of spicy roasted multicolored carrots garnished with crumbled cheese and fresh herbs. Accompanied by a small dish of creamy orange dipping sauce and a wooden spoon. The background is a textured, light-colored surface, with a white spatula partially visible in the upper left corner.

Spicy Roasted Carrots with Salsa Macha

About this Recipe You know that feeling when fall rolls around, and suddenly all you want are warm, hearty dishes that just scream “cozy”? That’s me every year. So, the other night, I decided to try out Nixta Taquería, this amazing spot in Austin that puts a fun twist on …

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Receta de papas rostizadas con limón y zaatar. Roasted fingerlings with za'atar and lemon juice.

Lemon za’atar Potatoes

Discover the perfect blend of crispy roasted potatoes with the zesty flavors of lemon and za’atar. This easy-to-make side dish is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any meal.

A white rectangular plate showcases roasted delicata squash with a savory pecan crumble, all highlighted by a maple chipotle glaze. The dish rests on a wooden and marble board. Beside it, a green cloth napkin and gold utensils with wooden handles sit elegantly on the white countertop.

Roasted Delicata Squash with Maple Chipotle Glaze and Pecan Crumble

About this recipe Delicata squash is the unsung hero of fall and winter recipes. Its naturally sweet flavor and creamy texture make it perfect for roasting and doesn’t require peeling—a win for busy times during Thanksgiving or Christmas menu. This roasted delicata squash recipe takes things to the next level …

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Two white bowls filled with garlicky mushrooms rest on a wooden board. The larger bowl features mushrooms garnished with herbs, while the smaller plate holds a baguette slice topped with mushrooms. Additional bread slices are beside the bowls, set against a light gray background.

Mexican Garlicky Mushrooms (champiñones al ajillo)

Champiñones al Ajillo: a quick, flavorful side dish with garlic, mushrooms, and chile guajillo. Perfect for tapas, tacos, or as a savory topping – ready in minutes for a taste of rustic Spanish-Mexican flavors!

A large orange bowl of delicious Japchae, featuring stir-fried Korean glass noodles intertwined with sliced carrots, vibrant bell peppers, shiitake mushrooms, spinach, and sesame seeds. The backdrop is a textured light stone surface with a small black dish of sesame seeds nearby.

Korean Glass Noodles Recipe (Japchae)

About this recipe: What are Korean noodles? Korean glass noodles, or dangmyeon, are made from sweet potato starch, giving them a unique chewy texture that soaks up sauces well. Unlike other noodles, they stay nice and soft even after cooking, making them perfect for tossing in stir-fries with all sorts …

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Easy vegan instant pot mashed potatoes

About this recipe This is the easiest mashed potato you can get. It is an Instant Pot recipe, totally vegan, and full of flavor. After trying this recipe for easy vegan Instant Pot mashed potato, you will not want to prepare any other; you will see the minute you try this …

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