1Copycat Taco Bell Grilled Cheese Burritos
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThere’s a good reason why the Taco Bell grilled cheese burrito has inspired a cult following. Stuffed with Spanish rice, crunchy tortilla chips, seasoned beef, sour cream, nacho cheese, wrapped in a warm flour tortilla, and fried in more cheese, this burrito is missing nothing. And now you can make it at home.
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2Cheesy Taco Bake
PHOTO: LINDA XIAO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONIf you love our taco lasagna, then get ready to meet a new staple in your weeknight dinner rotation: this cheesy taco bake. Instead of using tortillas, like we do in our lasagnchiladas, we're layering seasoned ground beef, cheese, and tomato-sour cream mixture on top of tortilla chips for added texture.
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3Copycat Wendy's Chili
PHOTO: MURRAY HALL; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThis is not only the perfect copycat recipe, it's a perfect chili recipe, and we have Dave and Wendy to thank for the inspiration! We kept this recipe as close to the original as possible and you can tell in the results.
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4Monster Meatballs
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONMeatballs are one of my favorite weeknight dinner categories for their ease and endless adaptations. They’re simple to make and, if done well, can be so flavorful. Plus, they also make for a great meal prepping for the week. The only annoying thing about them? Forming each individual meatball, over and over again. Enter: these jumbo-sized meatballs.
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5Taco Lasagna
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON 6Lasagnchiladas
PHOTO: MURRAY HALL; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThis dish is exactly what it sounds like. Everything you’d usually find between the noodle layers in lasagna—saucy beef Bolognese and herby ricotta—rolled into flour tortillas and topped with more Bolognese, mozzarella, and Parmesan, then baked until bubbly and perfect.
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7Goulash
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: LAURA REGE 8Tater Tot Casserole
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORESure, this Midwestern classic is ideal for the kiddos, but trust—your inner child will be scooping seconds too. If you love a dinner shortcut (hello, canned cream of mushroom soup!) spiked with a little semi-homemade love, then this crispy-potato topped beauty is a must.
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9Meatball Parm Orzo
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEI decided to recreate all the warmth, heartiness, and flavor of meatball subs in a simple one-pot pasta dish. The resutl? This meatball Parm orzo has all the makings of your favorite go-to weeknight meal. It only uses one pot and involves barely any chopping, and it's certainly a crowd-pleaser.
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10Roasted Cabbage Burgers
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONI love cabbage in any form, but these baked cabbage burgers are something extra special. Roasted cabbage steaks are topped with melty cheeseburgers and a smattering of all your favorite burger condiments for a cozy wintertime take on this summer backyard staple.
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11Sheet-Pan Quesadillas
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONQuesadillas are a classic late-night snack or easy dinner, but when we need to serve a crowd, we bring out the sheet pan. This hack makes cooking quesadillas for a crowd easier than ever. In just around an hour, you'll have a cheesy, crowd-pleasing meal that is sure to satisfy.
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12Taco Gnocchi Bake
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREIn this recipe, gnocchi gets the taco treatment for a simple weeknight meal. Along with some ground beef, black beans, and plenty of cheddar cheese, it’s a fun twist on the potato-based pasta.
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13Classic Stuffed Peppers
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON 14Smash Burger Tacos
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEHere is the ultimate comfort food hybrid with a crispy, juicy, thin beef patty, melty American cheese, and all the classic smash burger fixings loaded onto a toasted flour tortilla. You’ll never have to choose between burger night or taco night again!
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15Burger Bowls
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNECraving a juicy cheeseburger but not the mandatory nap that comes with it? This cheesy, saucy, veggie-packed burger bowl is your solution. These bowls are just as versatile as an actual burger, so have fun with your preferred toppings too.
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16Ground Beef Stir-Fry Teriyaki Bowls
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17Classic Chili
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDSWhile many chili recipes call for simmering for at least an hour, our best-ever beef chili can be made in just 40 minutes. If you’re looking for the most classic version to come home to after a long day, then this is the recipe for you.
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18Pineapple BBQ Meatballs
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19Hamburger Casserole
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE 20Beef & Rice Stuffed Poblano Peppers
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