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Beef Chili

This Classic Beef Chili is thick, hearty, and loaded with bold, slow-cooked flavor. Tender beef, chiles, tomatoes, and warm spices simmer together until everything becomes rich and deeply savory. Top it with shredded cheese, diced onion, sour cream, or whatever you like, and you’ve got the kind of comforting meal […]

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Sunday Pot Roast Sandwich

There’s something about a Sunday pot roast that feels like the ultimate comfort food. Tender beef that’s been slowly cooked until it falls apart, rich pan juices, and deeply caramelized onions are hard to beat on their own. But pile all of that onto a freshly baked Japanese milk bun […]

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Japanese Milk Buns

These Japanese milk buns are incredibly soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet, with the kind of pillowy texture that makes them perfect for everything from dinner rolls to homemade hamburger buns. The secret is tangzhong, a simple mixture of flour, milk, and water that is cooked before being added to the […]

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Steak Aguachile

This Steak Aguachile takes everything I love about traditional aguachile and gives it a smoky, beefy twist. Tender slices of perfectly seared steak are paired with a bright, spicy chile and lime sauce, crisp vegetables, and fresh herbs. It’s spicy, acidic, savory, and refreshing all at once—the perfect dish when […]

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Cochinita Pibil

Cochinita Pibil is a classic Yucatecan dish made with pork marinated in a bold achiote and citrus mixture, then slowly cooked until incredibly tender and easy to pull apart. The pork is rich, tangy, and deeply seasoned, with the earthy flavor and vibrant color of achiote running through every bite. […]

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Lamb Chops, German Potato Salad, and Carrots

These Lamb Chops with German Potato Salad and Carrots make a hearty, comforting dinner that feels a little elevated without being overly complicated. The lamb chops are beautifully seared with a flavorful crust while staying tender and juicy inside, paired with a warm, tangy German potato salad and sweet, caramelized […]

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Achiote Chipotle Chicken Tacos

These Achiote Chipotle Chicken Tacos are smoky, savory, and packed with bold chile flavor. The chicken is coated in a deeply flavorful achiote-chipotle marinade before being cooked until juicy with beautifully charred edges. Piled into warm corn tortillas and finished with fresh toppings, these tacos are simple enough for a […]

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Poblano Lentil Soup

This Poblano Lentil Soup is a hearty and comforting dish with smoky roasted chile flavor and just the right amount of heat. Tender green lentils simmer in a bright, savory broth until perfectly cooked, creating a soup that’s filling without feeling heavy. Finished with bacon, queso fresco, fresh cilantro, and […]

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Steak Ramen

There’s something hard to beat about a bowl of Steak Ramen loaded with tender slices of beef, springy noodles, a rich savory broth, and all the toppings. This is the kind of meal that feels comforting and indulgent at the same time. You get the deep umami flavor of the […]

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Tetelas

If you love masa, beans, and anything cooked on a hot comal, you need to make Tetelas. These triangular masa pockets originate from Oaxaca, Mexico, and are traditionally filled with a simple mixture of beans before being folded into their signature triangle shape and cooked on a comal. The outside […]