In our family, pasta is first to disappear from the buffet table. Be prepared with our big-batch pasta casseroles, macaroni salads, lasagnas and other crowd-favorite pasta potluck recipes.
Category: From My Kitchen
3 Best Ways to Defrost Ground Beef
Ground beef is one of the most versatile ingredients to stockpile in your freezer, especially given that it only lasts a few days in the fridge. But defrosting it the wrong way can risk the growth of potentially harmful bacteria. Fortunately, we have the easiest and most efficient strategies for thawing ground beef quickly and safely:
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15 Crowd-Pleasing Savory Hand Pie Recipes
Few pleasures in life are quite as delightful and fulfilling as a pie you can hold in your hand. The humble hand pie goes by many different names: Call it a pasty, a turnover, an empanada, or whatever you like — the crowd-pleasing filled pastry is always welcome on any table. Stuffed with meat, cheese, and other hearty ingredients, these savory hand pie recipes will find a permanent spot in your recipe box.
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100 Warming Soups and Stews You’ll Want to Cozy Up To
Nothing chases away the chill like a cozy bowl of soup or stew. From meaty chili and hearty beef stew to creamy corn soup and New England clam chowder—you’ll find all the recipes you need to stay nice and warm.
Our Best Soup Recipes
Whether you’re a fan of comforting potato soup, creamy tomato soup, old-fashioned chicken noodle or something healthy and packed with vegetables, there’s truly no better way to warm up on a chilly day than with a bowl of homemade soup. Many can be made with very little fuss in your slow-cooker or Instant Pot—and stored in the freezer for whenever you need a quick and satisfying meal—making soup one of our go-to dishes year-round. Looking for a few recipes to get you started? We’ve got plenty right here (from bean soups to chowders), starting with an easy chicken soup that is filled with fresh homemade egg noodles. The key is to make a quick 5-ingredient pasta dough and then simply grate it directly into store-bought chicken broth using a box grater. Rounded out with some veg and shredded rotisserie chicken, it’s a perfect dinner.
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25 Recipes That Start With a Can of Tomato Soup
Canned tomato soup is good for more than just microwaving. The store-bought staple is wonderful for elevating casseroles, pasta sauces, stews, and so much more. You can even use it to make a super flavorful spice cake! These recipes with canned tomato soup will quickly become staples in your rotation.
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