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Special Occasion Dinners

Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or other celebration, a proper special occasion dinner recipe makes the night that much more memorable.

A bowl of spicy szechuan dumpling soup

Spicy Szechuan Dumpling Soup

September 9, 2022November 8, 2024

This Szechuan-style, spicy dumpling soup is like a warm hug for your stomach. The savory, sweet, and powerful umami flavors make for the perfect meal…

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A burger on a brioche bun topped with blueberry preserves, lemon zest, goat cheese, and arugula

Blueberry Lemon Goat Cheese Burger

July 22, 2022November 8, 2024

This burger was inspired by blueberry lemon goat cheese for a deliciously sweet and decadent, yet surprisingly fresh, twist on a classic dinner. We may…

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A bowl of pasta with burrata cheese and tomatoes

Burrata Pasta With Blistered Tomatoes

June 10, 2022February 28, 2025

This upscale burrata pasta with tomato, fresh basil, and balsamic vinegar comes together in under 20 minutes for a quick and easy date night dinner….

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A plate of cashew crusted fish tacos with a lemon wedge

Cashew Crusted Fish Tacos

June 3, 2022December 18, 2024

This 30-minute recipe for cashew crusted fish tacos with lemon herb aioli and quick pickled red cabbage is an upscale take on a seafood favorite….

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A wet burrito with salsa verde, served with refried beans and guacamole.

Carnitas Burrito With Salsa Verde

February 18, 2022June 23, 2025

Our carnitas burrito with salsa verde is juicy, tender, and drenched in a spicy verde sauce and perfect for a restaurant-style dinner at home. Just…

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sliced carne asada with Mexican rice and black beans

Carne Asada with Rice and Beans

January 21, 2022April 18, 2025

This tender carne asada with rice and beans is packed with bright, citrusy flavors for a twist on a classic date night dinner for two….

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A prosciutto and arugula pizza.

Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza

August 13, 2021December 17, 2024

This delicious, upscale prosciutto and arugula pizza recipe is easier than it looks and makes the perfect date night dish! Date night pizza dinners don’t…

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A homemade chicken burrito ranchero plated for dinner

Chicken Burritos Ranchero

May 4, 2021January 30, 2025

This easy recipe for chicken burritos ranchero features a homemade sauce and gooey melted cheese for the ultimate restaurant style wet burrito. Serve them with…

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A plate of spaghetti carbonara.

Spaghetti Carbonara (No Egg)

April 8, 2021November 8, 2024

This simple and easy take on spaghetti carbonara is made without egg and features creamy parmesan cheese and crispy bacon. First, I want to start…

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