Carl Hanson

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Senior Editor/Content Strategist at Allrecipes

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12 Southern Recipes That Show Off the Best of Lowcountry Cooking

1 week ago | allrecipes.com | Carl Hanson

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios With sausage, shrimp, crab, potatoes and corn, it's an all-in-one pot all-you-can-eat buffet. "Low country boil is famous in Georgia and South Carolina," says Allrecipes member Lisa. "Grab a paper plate and a beer and enjoy!" Christina Kennedy This Southern stand-out recipe features shredded sweet potatoes baked in a buttery orange sauce.
17 Easy Thai-Inspired Recipes Ready in 45 Minutes or Less

2 weeks ago | allrecipes.com | Carl Hanson

Photo: Chef John. Chef John's version of this classic Thai dish is easy to make it at home and on the table in about 30 minutes. Finely chopped chicken and ribbons of fresh basil cook quickly with minced garlic, shallots, and sliced chiles in a glaze of oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and chicken broth. "It has spectacular taste even with regular basil instead of Thai or holy basil," says Chef John. "The sauce actually acts like a glaze as the chicken mixture cooks over high heat.
8 Complete Meals (Including Sides) You Can Make in 30 Minutes

2 weeks ago | allrecipes.com | Carl Hanson

Top this spicy shrimp tortilla soup with your favorite taco toppings (tortilla strips, chopped fresh cilantro, diced avocado, sour cream) and enjoy it with quick-and-easy creamy Mexican corn. Photo by Yoly. A packet of dry ranch dressing makes quick work of these tasty chicken thighs. "Using a cast iron skillet means these blackened ranch chicken thighs take only a few minutes to cook," says Allrecipes Allstar Yoly.
8 Complete Meals (Including Sides) You Can Make in 30 Minutes

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Carl Hanson

If you have 30 minutes, then you have time to make these complete dinners. We've gathered a full week's worth of recipes, pairing some of our favorite main dishes with top-rated side dishes. There's a lot of variety in the mix to keep things interesting. These are complete meals that are ready in the time it takes to watch your favorite sitcom.
25 Easy Dinners That Start with Frozen Potatoes

3 weeks ago | allrecipes.com | Carl Hanson

wannabe chefette Here's a super simple dinner from the pantry. Combine golden mushroom and cheese soups with ground beef, simple seasonings, and frozen French fries. Photo by Allrecipes Magazine. "A mashup of the BBQ pork nachos that are on so many menus in Memphis and the south-of-the-border influenced totchos that have blown up as the must-try bar food in Seattle.
20 Top-Rated Side Dish Recipes Ready in 15 Minutes

1 month ago | allrecipes.com | Carl Hanson

Yoly Add fresh spinach a few handfuls at a time to thinly sliced garlic sautéeing in butter. Finish with a splash of lemon juice. "Always dependable always delicious," says reviewer naples34102. "Use garlic to taste and don't let it brown! I generally don't add lemon juice but found it a nice refreshing finish." "'Everything' bagel seasoning isn't just for bagels—it's also delicious on asparagus!" says Allrecipes member France C.
15 Top Easter Appetizer Recipes to Snack on All Day

1 month ago | allrecipes.com | Carl Hanson

Elizabeth This flaky veggie pastry is not only beautiful and delicious, it's also remarkably easy. You'll spread a little creamy mayonnaise sauce on the bottom of the pastry, and then top it with briefly blanched asparagus spears. Dust the tart lightly with Parmesan cheese and pop it in the oven.
17 Best Scalloped Potato Recipes for the Perfect Side

1 month ago | allrecipes.com | Carl Hanson |Sarah Brekke

Scalloped potatoes are a classic, comforting accompaniment for any holiday feast or special meal. There's much to love about this homey combination of thinly sliced potatoes, milk or cream, and simple seasonings. It's an easy and straightforward concept, but even so, there are many subtle spins to put on this potato dish. Over the years, Allrecipes members have perfected their personal favorites. Here are 17 top-rated scalloped potato recipes, along with tips and tricks to make them your own.
17 Best Scalloped Potato Recipes for the Perfect Side

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Carl Hanson

Key TakeawaysThe article features a variety of scalloped potato recipes, including classic versions from a mom's recipe box and more inventive takes with cheese, bacon, ham, and vegetables. The key difference between scalloped and au gratin potatoes is that scalloped potatoes are baked with milk or cream, while au gratin potatoes incorporate cheese in the cream sauce. Scalloped potatoes are a classic, comforting accompaniment for any holiday feast or special meal.
8 Low-Calorie Soup Recipes You Can Make in the Slow Cooker

1 month ago | allrecipes.com | Carl Hanson

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios "Come home at the end of the day to a richly spiced broth filled with lentils, ham and veggies. Pair it up with cornmeal muffins, and you have a great meal!" —queendiva1 Dotdash Meredith Food Studios "This tortilla soup tastes better than anything you can get at a restaurant. And it's healthy too! Don't let the long list of ingredients fool you.