Quick and Easy Recipes
From festivals in Florida to touring Dracula’s digs in Romania, we round up the best destinations to visit this October. As summer abandons Europe again this October, eke out the last of the rays and raves in Ibiza, where nightclubs will be going out with a bang for the winter break. When the party finally stops head to the island’s north.
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Mediterranean Chicken Hummus Bowl
Tender, juicy Mediterranean-seasoned chicken served over creamy hummus with crisp cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta, and fresh herbs. Finished with a bright lemon-garlic drizzle, this bowl is high in protein, colorful, filling, and perfect for meal prep. Ingredients Mediterranean Chicken1½ lb (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs2 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp fresh…
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Roasted Carrot, Pumpkin & Sweet Potato Bake with Feta and Maple Cranberry Drizzle
A beautiful sweet-and-savory vegetable bake featuring caramelized carrots, tender pumpkin, and sweet potato, finished with creamy feta and a glossy maple-cranberry drizzle. It makes a gorgeous holiday side dish but is easy enough for a cozy weeknight dinner. IngredientsFor the Roasted Vegetables3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces3 cups pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and…
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Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad
A fresh, colorful, and satisfying Thai-inspired salad packed with crispy chickpeas, crunchy vegetables, herbs, and a sweet-tangy peanut-lime dressing. It’s perfect for lunch, meal prep, picnics, or as a light side dish. IngredientsFor the Crispy Chickpeas1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed1 tbsp olive oil½ tsp garlic powder½ tsp smoked paprika¼…
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Cheesy Garlic Bacon Pull-Apart Bread
Golden, buttery, cheesy, and loaded with crispy bacon and garlic, this cheesy garlic bacon pull-apart bread is the ultimate party appetizer. Every piece pulls away with gooey melted cheese—perfect for game nights, holidays, potlucks, or family dinners! IngredientsFor the Bread1 large round sourdough or crusty Italian bread loaf6 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and chopped1½…
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Chicken Taco Soup
A hearty, cozy soup loaded with tender shredded chicken, beans, corn, tomatoes, green chiles, and bold taco-seasoned broth. It’s an easy one-pot meal with plenty of Mexican-inspired flavor and customizable toppings. IngredientsFor the Soup1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs1 tbsp olive oil1 medium yellow onion, diced3 garlic cloves, minced1 medium bell pepper, diced1…
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Mediterranean Roasted Sweet Potato & Spinach Bake with Feta and Walnuts
A cozy Mediterranean-inspired bake combining golden roasted sweet potatoes, garlicky spinach, caramelized onion, tangy feta, and crunchy toasted walnuts. The sweet and savory combination is especially delicious with a little lemon and fresh herbs. Similar versions pair roasted sweet potatoes with spinach, feta, walnuts, and caramelized onions for a hearty vegetarian bake. IngredientsFor the Roasted…
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Mediterranean-Style Stanley Tucci’s Lemon Shallot Chicken with Fresh Herbs
Tender golden chicken thighs are roasted in a bright lemon-shallot sauce with garlic, Dijon mustard, rosemary, thyme, and parsley. The result is juicy, savory, fresh, and wonderfully Mediterranean-inspired. IngredientsFor the Chicken6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, about 2½–3 lb2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil1 tsp kosher salt½ tsp freshly ground black pepper½ tsp paprika½ tsp dried oreganoFor…
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Chicken thighs and olives.
Tender, juicy chicken thighs simmered with garlic, onions, herbs, lemon, and briny olives in a flavorful Mediterranean-style sauce. It’s an easy one-pan dinner with plenty of savory flavor and a delicious sauce for serving with rice, couscous, potatoes, or crusty bread. IngredientsFor the Chicken6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, about 2½–3 lb1½ tbsp olive oil1 tsp…
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Cucumber Bites with Herbed Cream Cheese
These fresh cucumber rounds are topped with a creamy, herby cheese mixture. They make an easy no-cook appetizer, party snack, lunchbox bite, or light breakfast. Yield: 20–24 bitesPrep time: 15 minutesCook time: NoneTotal: 15–20 minutes IngredientsFor the cucumber2 large English cucumbers ¼ tsp salt, for seasoning Optional: freshly ground black pepper For the creamy herb…
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Grilled Zucchini & Feta Chickpea Wrap with Herbed Yogurt
A fresh, filling Mediterranean-inspired wrap made with smoky grilled zucchini, seasoned chickpeas, tangy feta, crisp vegetables, and creamy herbed yogurt. Perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, meal prep, or a meatless high-fiber meal. IngredientsFor the Grilled Zucchini2 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into thin strips1 tbsp olive oil½ tsp dried oregano½ tsp garlic powder¼ tsp…