One summer evening, I had leftover pizza dough and not a clue what to make for dinner. I didn’t want to crank up the oven, so I tried something different — folded the dough, stuffed it with cheese and sauce, and tossed it on the grill. When I opened the lid? Golden, puffed calzones with smoky flavor...

When I first started cutting back on meat, I missed that “meaty” texture on the grill — until I found seitan. The first time I threaded it onto skewers with bell peppers and onions and brushed it with a bold marinade? Let’s just say no one at the table missed the meat. These kebabs are smoky, savory...

If you’ve ever driven through Utah and stopped at a local burger joint, chances are you’ve seen a little pink cup on the side of every tray — tangy, creamy, and practically required for fries. That’s fry sauce. And around here? It’s a way of life.

I didn’t grow up with fry sauce, but I get the obse...

The first time I had a lobster roll, I was standing barefoot on a dock in coastal Maine with wind in my hair and a paper tray in my hands. I bit into the soft, buttery roll and the chilled lobster salad inside — fresh, sweet, and barely dressed — and instantly understood why this sandwich is such a ...

Have you ever tried a white barbecue sauce? I know — it sounds a little strange if you’ve only ever had the typical brown, smoky kind. But trust me, once you dip your first piece of grilled chicken or drizzle it over pulled pork, you’ll never look back.

I first discovered Alabama white BBQ sauce at...

These shrimp tacos with mango salsa are one of those meals that instantly makes dinner feel fun again.

I first made these on a warm spring night when I wanted something light but still flavorful—and they were an instant hit. The shrimp are quick to cook, perfectly seasoned, and pair so well with th...

Taco night has always been a favorite in our house—but when I wanted something a little lighter (and didn’t want to feel weighed down after dinner), these grilled fish tacos with slaw became my go-to.

They’re smoky, crunchy, and fresh with just the right amount of creamy tang from the slaw. And the...

When I want something that feels like comfort food but keeps things light and fresh, this BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad is the answer.

It’s smoky, creamy, crunchy, and full of bold flavor—but it’s made with clean ingredients that leave you feeling energized, not sluggish. I first threw this together with...

If you love bold flavors and fresh ingredients all piled into one delicious bowl, this Southwest shrimp salad is about to be your new go-to.

I started making this on hot summer nights when I didn’t want to turn on the oven but still wanted something hearty and fun. Between the smoky grilled shrimp,...

If you love a recipe that tastes like sunshine and takes almost no effort, this Slow Cooker Mango Salsa Chicken is going to be your new go-to.

It’s sweet, savory, and just a little bit spicy — thanks to juicy mango, zesty lime, and a flavorful salsa that simmers with tender shredded chicken. Whethe...

This is one of those dinners that’s as simple as it is satisfying — and it totally tastes like summer in a skillet.

With tender chunks of chicken, sweet corn, and fresh zucchini, this one-pan meal is light, flavorful, and comes together in under 30 minutes.
It’s the kind of clean comfort food that ...

Okay, confession time: I used to think salads were boring “diet food.” You know the type—just lettuce, sad grilled chicken, and zero satisfaction.

But this Grilled Chicken and Cucumber Salad changed my mind. It’s crunchy, juicy, full of herby flavor, and honestly feels like something you'd get at a...