When you become an experienced cook, you will find there are cooking hacks that will help you master certain recipes. This collection of recipes all have a cooking hack that helps the recipe come together with better results.
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If you have never made homemade hummus, get steps to make it as smooth and creamy as the store-bought variety or learn a trick to make the best mac and cheese with just one-pot! With this collection of recipes you will become a pro in the kitchen!
Caramelized Onion Hummus
Hummus, but make it gourmet! With a simple cooking hack, this Caramelized Onion Hummus takes this to the next level, adding deep, rich flavor with minimal effort. Best for fancy appetizers or easy lunches.
Get the recipe: Caramelized Onion Hummus
Dairy Free and Egg Free Chicken Meatballs
The easiest and juiciest chicken meatballs you'll ever make! A little cooking hack helps these egg-free, dairy-free bites stay tender and flavorful. Best for kid-friendly dinners or meal prep.
Get the recipe: Dairy Free and Egg Free Chicken Meatballs
Homemade Pickles with Leftover Pickle Juice
Why waste perfectly good pickle juice? This simple cooking hack lets you transform it into fresh, crisp homemade pickles in just 24 hours. Best for summer picnics or jazzing up your salads.
Get the recipe: Homemade Pickles with Leftover Pickle Juice
Hearty Marinara Sauce With Passata
Italian night just got easier! This rich and hearty Marinara Sauce with Passata comes together in just 20 minutes, thanks to two clever cooking hacks—one involving tomato passata, and the other? Check the recipe! Perfect for pasta nights or jazzing up meatballs.
Get the recipe: Hearty Marinara Sauce With Passata
Marry Me Beans
Inspired by the viral "Marry Me Chicken" recipe! This plant-based twist on "Marry Me Chicken" swaps in white beans for a creamy, protein-packed dish that's made effortless with a couple of time-saving cooking hacks. Best for meatless dinners or last-minute meals.
Get the recipe: Marry Me Beans
Reverse Stuffed Shells Appetizer
Who needs a fork? These Reverse Stuffed Shells appetizers turn a classic pasta dish into a crispy, cheesy, bite-sized appetizer, and a few easy cooking hacks. Ideal for finger food feasts or Italian-inspired snack nights.
Get the recipe: Reverse Stuffed Shells Appetizer
How To Make Hard Taco Shells Grande
Crispy, homemade Taco Shells in just a few steps with this secret cooking hack—fresh tortillas that make crunchy, and sturdy golden taco shells. Bigger, sturdier, and way more delicious than store-bought. Ideal for Taco night or nacho-style tacos.
Get the recipe: How To Make Hard Taco Shells Grande
Cavatappi Mac and Cheese
Mac and cheese, but make it extra easy! This rich and cheesy Cavatappi Mac and Cheese is made with a clever cooking hack—a cornstarch slurry instead of flour—so the sauce is always smooth, creamy, and naturally gluten-free. Ideal for family meals or potlucks.
Get the recipe: Cavatappi Mac and Cheese
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