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Trending Recipes

Craving what everyone is cooking right now? These are the recipes everyone’s loving right now—easy, tasty, and totally worth trying.

  • Golden baked Hawaiian roll sliders layered with turkey, ham, crispy bacon, and melted provolone, brushed with garlic butter.
    Buttery Baked Club Sliders
    I start with a full sheet of soft Hawaiian rolls and slice them open like one big sandwich. I spread a creamy Dijon mayo across the bottom, then stack on layers of smoky ham, tender… Read more: Buttery Baked Club Sliders
  • Crispy air-fried spicy blackened chicken wings coated in a buttery hot sauce glaze, served fresh and ready to eat.
    Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings
    These spicy blackened chicken wings are bold, smoky, and unapologetically flavorful. I season the wings generously with my homemade blackening spice, then air fry them until the skin is crispy and the meat stays juicy.… Read more: Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings
  • Cheesy oven baked tacos filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar and smoked gouda cheese, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and sour cream in crispy taco shells.
    Oven Baked Cheesy Tacos
    These cheesy oven baked tacos are my go-to when I want tacos that are crispy, melty, and low effort without babysitting the stove. I brown the ground beef with onions and garlic, season it well,… Read more: Oven Baked Cheesy Tacos

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  • Buttery Baked Club Sliders
    Appetizers

    Buttery Baked Club Sliders

    I start with a full sheet of soft Hawaiian rolls and slice them open like one big sandwich. I spread a creamy Dijon mayo across the bottom, then stack on…

  • Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings
    Wings

    Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings

    These spicy blackened chicken wings are bold, smoky, and unapologetically flavorful. I season the wings generously with my homemade blackening spice, then air fry them until the skin is crispy…

  • Oven Baked Cheesy Tacos
    International Fusion

    Oven Baked Cheesy Tacos

    These cheesy oven baked tacos are my go-to when I want tacos that are crispy, melty, and low effort without babysitting the stove. I brown the ground beef with onions…

  • Smashburger Quesadillas
    Appetizers

    Smashburger Quesadillas

    This Smashburger Quesadilla is exactly what happens when a classic burger craving meets my love for crispy tortillas. I take seasoned ground beef and press it directly onto a flour…

Crowd-Pleaser Wings

Ready to turn up the flavor? From sweet and sticky to spicy and smoky, there’s a wing for every craving.

  • Crispy air-fried spicy blackened chicken wings coated in a buttery hot sauce glaze, served fresh and ready to eat.
    Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings
    These spicy blackened chicken wings are bold, smoky, and unapologetically flavorful. I season the wings generously with my homemade blackening spice, then air fry them until the skin is crispy and the meat stays juicy.… Read more: Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings
  • Air fryer honey chipotle chicken wings coated in a sticky sauce, garnished with chopped green onions.
    Air Fryer Honey Chipotle Wings
    These air fryer honey chipotle wings are one of those recipes I make when I want bold flavor without the mess of deep frying. I start with perfectly seasoned wings that get incredibly crispy in… Read more: Air Fryer Honey Chipotle Wings
  • Crispy buffalo chicken wings tossed in a homemade buffalo sauce and garnished with green onions on a white plate.
    Crispy Buffalo Wings
    These crispy buffalo wings are exactly how I want wings to be, crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a bold, buttery buffalo sauce that clings to every bite. I start… Read more: Crispy Buffalo Wings

Pasta Recipes

Creamy, cheesy, saucy, or spicy, no matter how you like it, these pasta recipes bring serious comfort with every bite.

  • Cheddar BBQ Ranch Meatball Pasta
    Pastas

    Cheddar BBQ Ranch Meatball Pasta

    This Cheddar BBQ Ranch Meatball Pasta is one of those comfort meals I make when I want something bold, filling, and unapologetically indulgent. I start by browning the meatballs in…

  • Caramelized Onion & Garlic Spaghetti
    Pastas

    Caramelized Onion & Garlic Spaghetti

    This caramelized onion and garlic spaghetti is one of those dishes that proves simple ingredients can deliver big flavor. I slowly cook down onions until they’re deeply golden and jammy,…

  • Baked Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
    Pastas

    Baked Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo

    This Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake is one of my favorite comfort meals because it’s creamy, cheesy, and ridiculously easy to throw together. I start by seasoning and searing the…

  • Sweet Peppers and Sausage Pasta
    Pastas

    Sweet Peppers and Sausage Pasta

    This Sweet Peppers and Sausage Pasta is one of those meals that makes me feel like a pro chef without spending hours in the kitchen. The smoked sausage gives the…

One Pot Meals

Less mess, more flavor! Every recipe is bold, satisfying, and super easy to whip up. One pot is all you need!

  • Creamy garlic butter beef and rice skillet topped with melted cheddar and parsley
    Garlic Butter Beef & Rice Skillet
    This garlic butter beef and rice skillet is one of those meals I make when I want comfort without a lot of cleanup. I start by browning ground beef with onions until everything is rich… Read more: Garlic Butter Beef & Rice Skillet
  • A creamy serving of one pot queso chicken and rice topped with melted cheese and fresh herbs, scooped from a skillet
    One Pot Queso Chicken and Rice
    When I make this One Pot Queso Chicken and Rice, my whole kitchen fills with the smell of smoky spices, cheesy goodness, and tender chicken. I love this recipe because it’s pure comfort in one… Read more: One Pot Queso Chicken and Rice
  • A skillet filled with cheesy taco spaghetti, featuring seasoned ground beef, spaghetti noodles, melted cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, and garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
    Taco Spaghetti
    This Taco Spaghetti is a one-pan comfort food fusion dish that combines the bold, zesty flavors of a taco with the hearty appeal of classic spaghetti. I loaded this dish with ground beef and cooked… Read more: Taco Spaghetti

My cooking journey started like many great stories do in the kitchen, fueled by curiosity, creativity, and a deep love for good food.

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Popular Recipes

  • Buttery Baked Club Sliders
    Appetizers

    Buttery Baked Club Sliders

  • Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings
    Wings

    Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings

  • Oven Baked Cheesy Tacos
    International Fusion

    Oven Baked Cheesy Tacos

  • Smashburger Quesadillas
    Appetizers

    Smashburger Quesadillas

Explore My Flavor-Packed Ebooks

I Just Cook A Lot, food is more than just a meal, it’s a vibe! Whether you're craving bold, saucy wings, soulful comfort food, or easy, set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker meals, my collection of ebooks has something for every home cook. Dive into all three and take your kitchen game up a notch. These recipes bring the love to every bite. 

Grab Your Ebooks

Kitchen Recipes

  • Golden baked Hawaiian roll sliders layered with turkey, ham, crispy bacon, and melted provolone, brushed with garlic butter.
    Buttery Baked Club Sliders
  • Crispy air-fried spicy blackened chicken wings coated in a buttery hot sauce glaze, served fresh and ready to eat.
    Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings
  • Cheesy oven baked tacos filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar and smoked gouda cheese, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and sour cream in crispy taco shells.
    Oven Baked Cheesy Tacos
  • Smashburger quesadillas filled with seasoned ground beef, melted American cheese, diced onions, in a crispy toasted tortilla.
    Smashburger Quesadillas

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