Make-Ahead

Beat the weeknight clock with these make-ahead recipes! From breakfast to dinner, set yourself up for a tasty meal.

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    Air-Fryer Falafel v

    Falafel are a popular street food in the Middle East. The crispy fried chickpea fritters are crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside and full of flavor from cilantro, mint, coriander and nutty sesame seeds. These air-fryer falafel are gluten free on top of it all. Parsley can be added or used instead of mint. —Nithya Narasimhan, Chennai, India

    Sloppy Joe Sandwiches

    You’ll love this quick, easy and economical dish. Brown sugar adds a touch of sweetness, both for traditional sandwiches on...


    Beefy Taco Dip

    This taco dip is actually a combination of several different recipes I received from friends. I just experimented until I...


    Classic Chocolate Cake

    If you need to learn how to make chocolate cake from scratch, this easy homemade chocolate cake recipe is a...


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    Air-Fryer Falafel v

    Wild rice really shines in this one-of-a-kind recipe. The first time I made this bread, I knew I'd found a...

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    Air-Fryer Thai Pork Satay

    I like to keep things simple but interesting and delicious. This pork satay fits that bill nicely. You marinate it...


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    Air-Fryer Thai Pork Satay

    I like to keep things simple but interesting and delicious. This pork satay fits that bill nicely. You marinate it...

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    Air-Fryer Taco Kabobs

    We typically think of the grill when making kabobs but your air fryer does an equally good job in the...



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    Smoky Tempeh Bacon

    This meatless tempeh bacon recipe gets its smoky flavor from liquid smoke and smoked paprika. Eat it alone or use...


    Quick Pickled Radishes

    This recipe is the perfect addition to tacos, barbecue or just about any sandwich you can dream of. Each sliced...

    Overnight Bacon and Swiss Breakfast

    When we have overnight guests, I like to prepare things ahead of time so we can enjoy the company. It...



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    The Best Pizza Dough v1

    This easy pizza dough recipe is the key to making an extraordinary homemade pizza. We use all-purpose flour because double...


    Mini Cheese Balls

    These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary...


    Mom’s Pickled Carrots

    My mother is the only other person I've known to make this recipe. In fact, when I take it to...

    Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream

    What could be better than peanut butter and jelly ice cream? You'll love the sweet-salty combination. Use your favorite flavor...


    Bread Pudding Pie

    This unique dessert is a bread pudding-pie combo. It was created by my paternal grandmother's family. They had a farm...


    Fireball Pumpkin Pie

    This Fireball pumpkin pie recipe takes the traditional fall dessert to a whole new level. Try adding whipped cream or...


    Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats

    This yummy breakfast bowl gives everyone's favorite sandwich a healthy twist. Switch to crunchy peanut butter and sprinkle chopped peanuts...


    Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

    Soon after I learned about overnight oats I decided to create a recipe with my favorite sugary combination: chocolate peanut...


    Lemon and Coriander Greek Yogurt

    You'll be surprised how easy it is to make homemade Greek yogurt. Flavored with lemon and coriander, it's amazing on...


    Ranch Chicken Fajitas

    Give sizzling chicken fajitas a tangy twist by adding ranch dressing mix to the marinade. They have so much flavor,...


    Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats

    Talk about wholesome and quick! You'll be satisfied right up until lunchtime with these peanut butter banana overnight oats. —Taste...


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    Frozen Brandy Old-Fashioneds

    Both sides of my family are from the Midwest, so our strong brandy tradition is evident in the slush we...

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    Chocolate Babka

    I love this chocolate babka. It's a rewarding recipe for taking the next step in your bread baking. Even if...


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    Stamped Cutout Cookies

    Rich, buttery sugar cookie cutouts like these never last long at a party. They're one of my favorite homemade Christmas...


    Cinnamon Twirl Cookies

    These rolled cookies are tasty and fun to make with your family. The sugary mixture of walnuts and cinnamon is...


    Slow-Cooker Vegan Baked Beans

    This version of vegan baked beans doesn't need an oven. The slow cooker makes it the ultimate hands-off party dish....


    Vegan Macaroni Salad

    All the classic flavors come through in this vegan macaroni salad, from the pickle relish to the ground mustard. The...


    Sheet-Pan Tandoori Chicken

    This tandoori chicken recipe is easy for weeknights since it bakes in one pan, but it is also special enough...