Carl Hanson

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Senior Editor/Content Strategist at Allrecipes

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25 Easy Dinners That Start with Frozen Potatoes

4 days 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 week 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

2 weeks 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

3 weeks 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

3 weeks 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.
8 Low-Calorie Soup Recipes You Can Make in the Slow Cooker

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Carl Hanson

Key TakeawaysThese slow cooker soups are designed for busy individuals seeking healthy, low-calorie meal options. Each recipe is easy to prepare, with a focus on minimal prep time and healthy ingredients. Enjoy satisfying, healthy meals even on your busiest days with these slow cooker soup recipes. They're low-calorie, top-rated, and easy to make. In the morning, toss a few ingredients in the slow cooker, and then return home to satisfying soup.
17 Mexican-Inspired Casseroles for Family-Pleasing Dinners

1 month ago | allrecipes.com | Carl Hanson

Cornbread stuffing is the secret ingredient in this cheesy baked Mexican ground beef casserole, also featuring diced tomatoes with jalapeño, chili powder, cumin, hot sauce, canned sweet corn, and Cheddar cheese. "Nice and easy dinner," says fabeveryday. "I added seasoning salt and garlic powder to the meat, since I wanted a little something extra.
17 Mexican-Inspired Casseroles for Family-Pleasing Dinners

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Carl Hanson

Key TakeawaysCasseroles are great family dinner ideas. Mexican-inspired casseroles, often made with easy-to-find ingredients such as ground beef, shredded cheese, flour or corn tortillas, and green chiles, are hearty and flavorful. Some of our favorite Mexican-inspired casserole recipes include chile relleno casserole, Doritos casserole, and taco pie. Seasoned meats, spicy salsas, and flavor-packed sauces, everybody loves the delicious components of Mexican cuisine food.
15 Succulent Chicken Dinners For Spring

1 month ago | allrecipes.com | Carl Hanson |Juliana Hale

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios "These chicken breasts are fast, easy, and delicious," says Chef John. "By 'pan-roasting,' you can easily monitor the internal temp. Leaving the skin on adds a lot of flavor and much needed moisture." Dotdash Meredith Food Studios "A light but super-tasty pasta dish, with fresh asparagus cooked in broth with sauteed garlic and seasoned chicken," says Allrecipes community member LAUREL B.