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Enjoy this buffalo chicken pasta, which is creamy and spicy. This dish has tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich, tangy buffalo sauce that will make you crave comfort food with a kick.

Ingredients: 8 oz penne pasta. 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded. 1 cup buffalo sauce. 1 cup heavy cream. 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese. 2 tbsp butter. 2 cloves garlic, minced. Salt and pepper to taste. Chopped fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the penne pasta until it is al dente. Remove the water and set it aside. Put the butter in a big pan and melt it over medium-low heat. Mix in the garlic and cook until it smells good. Add the buffalo sauce and shredded chicken, and toss the chicken to coat it evenly. Add the heavy cream and stir the mixture a few times to make it simmer. When the sauce gets a little thicker, add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss it around in the creamy buffalo sauce until it's well covered. Add the blue cheese crumbles and shredded mozzarella cheese. Stir the cheese into the sauce until it melts and is mixed in. Add pepper and salt to taste. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Have fun with your creamy buffalo chicken pasta!

Bryson Mills

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These Copycat Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookies are irresistibly soft on the inside with golden edges, and loaded with gooey chocolate chips. Recreate the Crumbl bakery experience at home with this easy recipe!

Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed. 1 cup granulated sugar. 1 cup brown sugar, packed. 2 large eggs. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 3 cups all-purpose flour. 1 teaspoon baking soda. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 2 cups chocolate chips.

Instructions: Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up. Put parchment paper on the bottom of a baking sheet. Crack the cold butter into cubes and mix it with the white sugar, brown sugar, and white sugar in a large bowl until everything is well mixed. One egg at a time, making sure to mix well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix well. Mix the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt together in a different bowl. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix them together until they are just combined. Spread the chocolate chips out evenly in the dough as you fold them in. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop round pieces of dough onto the baking sheet that has been prepared. Put it in an oven that is already hot and bake it for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the middle is still soft. After taking the cookies out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way. Have fun with these tasty Copycat Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookies!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10-12

Susan C

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These tasty Ricotta Crostini will make your party more fun. The smooth ricotta spread, the bright flavors of the cherry tomatoes, and the sweet balsamic glaze will make your taste buds dance. This appetizer is simple to make and great for any event.

Ingredients: 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds. 2 cups ricotta cheese. 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves. Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/4 cup balsamic glaze. Fresh basil leaves, for garnish.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly toasted. In a small bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, minced garlic, and thyme leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread a generous amount of the ricotta mixture onto each toasted baguette slice. Top each crostini with halved cherry tomatoes. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the crostini and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Mel Rivera

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The lemon and fresh herb flavors in this roast chicken recipe make the meat juicy and the skin golden and crispy. It's easy to make and tastes great, so it's always a favorite for any event.

Ingredients: 1 whole chicken about 4 pounds. 3 tablespoons olive oil. 2 teaspoons salt. 1 teaspoon black pepper. 1 lemon, halved. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves. 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves. 1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 425F 220C. Remove giblets from chicken cavity and pat dry with paper towels. Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Squeeze lemon halves over the chicken, then place them inside the cavity along with garlic, thyme, rosemary, and parsley. Tie the legs together with kitchen twine. Place chicken breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the juices run clear and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165F 75C. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve and enjoy!

Adriana Burnett

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Indulge in the festive flavor of peppermint with these incredibly simple 2-ingredient sugar cookies! Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you're craving a delightful treat.

Ingredients: 1 box of sugar cookie mix. 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to the temperature indicated on the sugar cookie mix box. In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar cookie mix and crushed peppermint candies. Stir the mixture until well combined and the peppermint candy pieces are evenly distributed. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, portion out the cookie dough and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven according to the time and temperature specified on the sugar cookie mix box, or until the edges are lightly golden. Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious and easy peppermint sugar cookies!

Stacy

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Enjoy the playful pairing of nutty sesame tahini and tangy blood orange curd between tender cookies. These cookies are a whimsical treat that will make you smile.

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour. 1/4 cup sesame tahini. 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened. 1/4 cup powdered sugar. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pinch of salt. 1/2 cup blood orange curd store-bought or homemade. Powdered sugar, for dusting.

Instructions: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and sesame tahini until well combined and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, and mix again. Gradually add the all-purpose flour while stirring, until the dough comes together. It might appear slightly crumbly, but it should hold its shape when pressed. Form the dough into a flat disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Using a cookie cutter, cut out an even number of cookies. These will be the tops and bottoms of your sandwich cookies. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a teaspoon of blood orange curd on the flat side of one cookie the bottom. Top with another cookie the top to create a sandwich. Gently press down to evenly distribute the curd. Dust the assembled sandwich cookies with powdered sugar for a finishing touch. Repeat the process with the remaining cookies and curd. Serve the sesame tahini and blood orange curd sandwich cookies with joy!

Ariana Wood

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There is a spicy twist to this traditional sushi roll because it has fresh tuna mixed with creamy mayonnaise and hot Sriracha sauce.

Ingredients: 2 cups sushi rice. 4 nori seaweed sheets. 8 ounces sushi-grade tuna, diced. 2 tablespoons mayonnaise. 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce. 1 avocado, thinly sliced. 1 cucumber, julienned. Soy sauce, for serving. Pickled ginger, for serving. Wasabi, for serving.

Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the sushi rice, then let it cool. Chop up tuna and put it in a bowl. Add Sriracha sauce and mayonnaise. On a bamboo sushi mat, put a sheet of nori. Put a little sushi rice on top of the nori sheet. Put slices of avocado, cucumber, and the spicy tuna mixture on top of the rice. Use the bamboo mat to roll the sushi up tightly. With a sharp knife, cut the roll into small pieces that are easy to eat. Soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi should be served with it.

Tiffany

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You can make this tomato salsa at home, and it goes well with any meal. It's great for dipping or topping your favorite foods because it has ripe tomatoes, lime juice, and a hint of heat from jalapeo.

Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes, diced. 1/2 red onion, finely chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 jalapeo pepper, seeded and minced. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1 lime, juiced. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, and minced jalapeo pepper. Add the chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl and mix well. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and stir to combine. Season the salsa with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed. Chill the homemade tomato salsa in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, salads, or grilled meats.

Allen