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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Cheddar Cheese Scones
These savory cheddar cheese scones are golden, buttery, cheesy, and tender inside. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, afternoon tea, or as a side with soup and salad. Ingredients For the Scones Optional Topping Instructions 1. Prepare the Oven Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Mix the Dry Ingredients…
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Spicy Roasted Tomato Pasta with Burrata & Chili Oil
This Spicy Roasted Tomato Pasta with Burrata & Chili Oil combines sweet, blistered roasted tomatoes with garlic, chili, Parmesan, and creamy burrata. Finished with fragrant chili oil and fresh basil, it’s a simple restaurant-style pasta that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. IngredientsFor the Roasted Tomatoes2½ cups cherry or grape tomatoes3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil4 cloves…
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Pineapple Cucumber Sala
Fresh, juicy pineapple and crisp cucumber come together with bright lime, fresh herbs, and a light honey-lime dressing. This refreshing salad is sweet, tangy, crunchy, and perfect for summer lunches, BBQs, picnics, or as a light side dish. IngredientsFor the Salad2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into bite-sized chunks2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced½ small red onion,…
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Parmesan Crusted Zucchini Boats
Golden, cheesy, and perfectly tender, these Parmesan Crusted Zucchini Boats are an easy low-carb side dish or light vegetarian meal. Fresh zucchini is filled with a savory Parmesan topping and baked until tender underneath with a crispy, golden crust on top. IngredientsFor the Zucchini Boats4 medium zucchini2 tbsp olive oil2 cloves garlic, minced½ tsp Italian…
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Roasted Herb-Crusted Fish with Cherry Tomatoes & Green Olives
Based on the photo, this appears to be a large roasted fish fillet—most likely salmon or another firm fish—served with blistered cherry tomatoes, green olives, rosemary, thyme, garlic, olive oil, and a paprika-herb seasoning. The exact fish and quantities can’t be confirmed from the image, so the recipe below is a close, practical recreation. Recipe…
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Caramelized Carrots with Feta & Toasted Walnuts and Cranberry-Honey Glaze
Sweet, tender caramelized carrots meet creamy salty feta, crunchy toasted walnuts, and a bright cranberry-honey glaze in this beautiful side dish. It’s easy enough for a weeknight dinner but special enough for holidays, gatherings, and dinner parties. IngredientsFor the Carrots1½ lbs carrots, peeled and cut into halves or thick diagonal slices2 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp…
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Slow Cooker Buttered Cabbage & Onion Soup
Tender cabbage and sweet onions slowly cooked in a rich, buttery garlic broth until soft, flavorful, and comforting. This easy slow-cooker recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and makes a delicious light meal or side dish. Ingredients1 large head green cabbage, chopped into bite-size pieces2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced4 cloves garlic, minced4 tbsp unsalted butter4…
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Mediterranean Baked Feta Appetizer with Warm Pita
Creamy baked feta surrounded by juicy cherry tomatoes, colorful peppers, olives, garlic, herbs, and extra-virgin olive oil. Everything bakes together until the feta is warm and soft and the vegetables become beautifully roasted. Serve it with warm pita for an easy Mediterranean-inspired appetizer that is perfect for sharing. IngredientsFor the Baked Feta8 oz block feta…
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Cheesy Ravioli with Spinach, Mushrooms & Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Tender cheese ravioli tossed in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce with golden mushrooms, fresh spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. This cozy one-pan pasta dinner is rich, savory, and packed with Italian-inspired flavor—perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an easy dinner for guests. IngredientsFor the Ravioli20 oz refrigerated cheese ravioli1 tbsp olive oilSalt, for pasta waterFor…
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Juicy Oven-Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf with Crispy Edges
Tender, juicy ground chicken baked with garlic, Parmesan, herbs, and simple seasonings until the edges turn beautifully golden and crispy. This comforting chicken meatloaf is lighter than traditional beef meatloaf while still delivering plenty of savory, cheesy flavor. IngredientsFor the Chicken Meatloaf2 lbs ground chicken1 small yellow onion, finely diced4 garlic cloves, minced¾ cup Italian-seasoned…