Any artist who can surpass Taylor Swift in listening stats more than deserves a spot on the Super Bowl LX stage. So, to celebrate Bad Bunny’s time in the spotlight, we’re sipping on a Hot Bunny Rum Smash during his halftime show appearance. Inspired by his Puerto Rican roots, this cocktail keeps your night spicy with a habanero, hot honey, and white rum smash. The use of Don Q Cristal Rum here showcases the best Puerto Rico has to offer while lime and orange juice highlight the natural accents. Finish it off with a Tajín rim that leaves you feeling just like Bad Bunny’s music does: hot, hot, hot!
When is Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show?
Bad Bunny headlines the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on February 8 at Levi’s Stadium in California. While there is no specific time for the performance, halftime usually begins somewhere around 8 to 8:30 p.m so you’ll want to be to your TV and ready with your Hot Bunny Smash before then. You won’t want to miss his set as he is expected to perform popular songs like EoO or Callaita. Since Bad Bunny has also collab-ed with artists like Cardi B, Marc Anthony, Daddy Yankee, and Ozuna, we’re sure to see some famous faces hit the stage alongside him. All we know so far is he is requiring his field cast to be between 5 feet, 10 inches and 6 feet, 1 inch tall and also must be able to wear a costume weighing up to 40 pounds. Talk about specific…
Explore a Bakery Square home project motivated by a desire to upgrade its original builder-specified finishes and grounded by a seamless user experience.
After relocating to Pittsburgh from the West Coast, the owners of this new-build condo in Bakery Square came to find it was the just-right location to put down permanent roots in Pittsburgh.
They called on Studio Lithe to elevate the space and make it increasingly their own. “We were able to come in and say, ‘We can jump this up a level. It can be even more bespoke. It can be more custom,’” says Principal/Designer Morgan Stewart. She saw a major opportunity to improve its builder-grade finishes and details.
Studio Lithe’s Modern and ProductiveInspiration
In all aspects of the design, Stewart led with the question: How can we make this space really fit your needs, day in and day out? This approach aligned with the homeowners’ professional values. They work in tech, where that connection to User Experience (UX) design and research informed many of their conversations with Stewart.
Her goal? To make the experience of living there as frictionless, beautiful, and functional as possible.
With the build being so new, Stewart likens the project to a “blank slate.” “That gave us a bigger opportunity to dream up what it could be. The homeowners were looking for something that was a retreat for their family. This means harmonious, beautiful and serene, with thoughtful use of color and art. Everything feels pretty neutral, but then there are these fun pops of color throughout.”
Right off the bat, replacing builder-grade fixtures was a must. “Redoing them to make the things that you actually touch and feel much more elevated and elegant.”
Additionally, there are new solid doors, a refreshed, sculptural handrail leading the way up to all four floors. We see carefully chosen hardware, plumbing and lighting fixtures that make “a world of difference.”
The welcoming kitchen is now home to custom, whitewashed red oak kitchen cabinetry, a dining bench, and bar by Drury Cabinetry. “I love doing this because I feel the actual experience, the user experience, in the end is exponentially better when we do something like build custom cabinets,” says Stewart. “We are very obsessed with hospitality. And so, we tend to talk a lot about where the center of the home is, how people use it, how people entertain.”
Connecting Minimalism and Creativity
Not only that, but the office suite-slash-creative zone invites the user to settle in, ideate, and focus, with custom built-ins. These include a hidden desk, cabinets, shelving and worktable. The master bedroom is home to a custom walnut bed with built-in side tables and a walnut wardrobe cabinet. These elements were crafted in collaboration with local designer and fabricator, Bones & All.
How about a moment for the big, beautiful bathroom tile? “When we pitched it, we were like, “This is a little bit of a reach, and it’s a little bit weird,” says Stewart. The risk paid off. The clients immediately said yes. The strong pattern, just like the geometric-print fabric bench in the kitchen and the graphic artwork in the office, flows with the modern, minimalist elements throughout.
Overall, the aesthetic calls back to the couple’s time in San Francisco, their personal style, their love of art (Stewart pulled from their existing collection to create focal points throughout), and their penchant for Scandinavian design. Other essential requirements: clean lines and keeping areas clear of clutter.
Now, what was once a basic yet beautiful condo is a living space that’s durable, long-lasting, practical, and pleasing to live in. “The space felt fully transformed by the time we were done with it,” says Stewart. In other words, good design makes life better.
To explore more of Studio Lithe’s work, read here.
Story by Nicole Barley Interior Design and Photography by Studio Lithe
As temperatures drop to freezing and below, there’s nothing quite like making a warm, comfort food recipe that reminds you of home. Whether you’re craving hearty soups, scrumptious pizza, cozy dinners, or indulgent desserts, there are plenty of abundant ingredients to satisfy your cravings. Explore our collection of recipes that will keep smiles on your family’s faces throughout the season, even as snow coats the ground.
Comfort Food and 2026 Food Trends
As 2026 kicks into gear, there are rising tensions in just about every part of the world. Whether it’s in your own life or something the whole country is facing, concern and stress stay in our bodies, leaving us unrested and frustrated. While prices continue to rise and political leaders divulge into larger fights, you need a way to relax and discover a safe space in the food you eat. Comfort food can be a way to experience nostalgia and remind you of the good in life. The warm temperature and flavors that are familiar are everything to a stressed brain and body. This year, comfort food is more crucial than ever.
An essential comfort food, Mac and Cheese is a dish loved by all ages. This classically baked version ensures a crispy, cheesy crust with a gooey, warm inside. The best part is the short ingredient list means you probably have most of the basics already in your pantry and fridge.
A red, meaty ragù sauce is just the thing you need on a cold, gloomy day. This Stanley Tucci Inspired Tagliatelle al Ragù will take you back to Sundays at grandma’s house. If you want the ultimate comfort meal, serve it with a soup or salad and fresh baked loaf of bread.
A casserole reminds us of family. It takes us back to gatherings with aunts, uncles, cousins, and so many others. Take yourself to that happy place with our Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole. It’s got a bit of a kick from the green chile with layers of cheese, chicken, tortilla pieces, onion, and a delicious broth.
Who doesn’t love a bowl of chili when they’re in need of something comforting? Even better than your regular chili recipe, this one is made with Wendy’s chili in mind. It’s got chunks of peppers, plenty of beans, ground beef, and stewed tomatoes with green chilies. You can also get creative with your toppings though we opt for sour cream, cheese, and scallions.
Making this Beer Brat Stew in advance means you can come home from a hard day and immediately find comfort in a bowl. Fingerling potatoes and beer brats soak in a bath of stout-infused stew. It’s hearty and great alongside a slice of country bread.
Looking for a recipe that doesn’t require too much prep? These Pumpkin Pancakes are a breakfast, lunch, or dinner option thanks to pumpkin puree and an apple compote. You’ll be taken back to your childhood when a stack of pancakes on your plate was one of the best meals.
We’re elevating the Southern comfort of Chicken and Dumplings with butternut and acorn squash. These two additions add a little sweetness to this bowl full of farm-fresh ingredients. Plus, learning to make dumplings from scratch comes in handy for other recipes too like soups.
You cannot indulge in comfort food without having a Homemade Tomato Soup next to your favorite type of grilled cheese. For this soup recipe you can use canned tomatoes for ease or make use of tomatoes from your garden. Either way, the creamy, savory broth will have you licking the bowl completely clean.
The cushiony dough and warm filling of a pierogi makes it undeniably a comfort food. These Carrot Pierogis use a veggie and ground pork filling that’s full of flavors like garlic, ginger, and soy.
You could order a pizza out… or you could customize your own Pesto Veggie Flatbread Pizza at home. By utilizing ready-to-use ingredients like store bought pesto, a flavored olive oil, and premade flatbreads, this recipe is a breeze and visually stunning.
If you’re choosing a burger for lunch or dinner then you might as well go all-out with it. This Hawaiian Burger starts with a perfectly cooked patty then piles it high with bacon, tomato lettuce, your choice of cheese, as well as a homemade pineapple and red onion jam.
Looking for a comfort meal that’s elegant too? Making Orecchiette Pasta from scratch takes some patience but is well worth the result. In this recipe, we’re mixing this pasta with a sauce made from foraged mushrooms, pork, vegetables, and cream.
If you’re craving a pasta dish that’s more on the classic side, this Stanley Tucci Inspired Pasta alla Norma is for you. Here we pull together lightly fried eggplant and rigatoni pasta in a simple red sauce. Serve with cheese on top and bread for sopping up the sauce.
Mashed potatoes are the holy grail of comfort foods. In order to warm your body at the same time, we’ve made Green Chile and Cheddar Mashed Potatoes that add a kick of heat. The Hatch green chiles and red chiles creates a spicy base but the cheddar and creamy potatoes cool things down. Plus, you can check out our Celebrity Mashed Potato Taste Test to find out what the all-time best recipe is.
Everyone needs a dessert for the best way to end a comfort meal. Our Mocha Chocolate Brownies take cocoa to the extreme with an espresso-chocolate frosting on top. Nothing calms the soul quite like a dose of chocolate.
Possibly one of the most loved desserts, Chocolate Chip Cookies are a snack for anytime. When you’re sad, bite into these gooey rounds of rich chocolate. When you’re happy, bake up a tray to put a smile on those around you.
Whether it’s served on its own or à la mode with a scoop of ice cream on top, a slice of Apple Pie is like a warm hug. This recipe will teach you to make your own flakey crust and includes a crunchy sugar topping.
Hey Steelers fans, are you ready for today’s playoff game of touchdowns, somewhat-questionable coaching (at least according to the armchair coaches at home), and delicious game day recipes? Well, we sure are! While you wait on the edge of your seat, you’ll want game day bites handy to get you through the stress of the game… and a cocktail or two would probably help too. Below you’ll find all the fixings to make sure your table is full of something for everyone, even if they’re rooting for the other team. Just make sure you give them a hard time about it, as good friends do… or set them up with a tv in another room, we won’t judge.
Make up a surf and turf platter with the addition of Zesty Shrimp Rolls. These small, individual servings ensure that everyone gets a bite of shrimp in a tangy dressing. Feel free to substitute the shrimp for crab if you really want to make a good impression.
You see pretzels and other dip-able appetizers at just about every game day and tailgate party. Why not dress them up with Ultimate Beer Cheese and Easy Honey Mustard? These two dips are not just limited to appetizers either, try them on top of burgers, hot dogs, or other grilling favorites.
It’s great to have a vegetarian option available when most game day menus are full of meat. Our Crispy Mushroom Bundles use seafood mushrooms for a unique taste and crunchy texture. The side of Spicy Mayo also complements the umami-type flavor and takes the heat up a notch with sriracha.
We’re sure Pigs in a Blanket were already on your menu but let us offer a version with 3 upgraded, party-perfect dips. The first is a Harissa and Chili Mayo for those who prefer a bit of spice. Then there’s a Horseradish and Cream Cheese Dip that’s a little zesty and a whole lot of creamy. Lastly, for the mustard-lovers out there, we have a Jalapeño Mustard Dip using as many jalapeño peppers as your heart desires.
Handheld and deliciously delightful, these Sloppy Joe Hand Pies are a no-mess way to serve one of your favorite gathering foods. Plus, they’re easy to make with sheets of store-bought pie crust and fresh-chopped veggies in the savory mixture.
If you’re looking for something you can make (and serve) in one pot, our Wendy’s Copycat Chili Recipe makes sure everyone gets a bowl of something warming for the cold winter game. Plus, it’s based on Wendy’s chili so you know this recipe becomes a comforting pot of love and nostalgia.
If you’re feeling ambitious, this gold Pineapple Habanero Margarita with a black Hawaiian salt rim is the perfect ode to the Steelers’ famous colors. Not to mention, the habanero kick will have you on your feet and ready for kick-off before the coin toss is even done.
Have a group of beer drinkers attending your Steelers game day party? Our Game Day Spritz combines the joy of a cocktail with the comfort of a beer. Just take your favorite brand, add some Campari and gin to your glass, and you’ve got a boozy cocktail that’ll keep you entertained all game long.
This last cocktail is for the friend who won’t stop coaching the team from their living room. The Armchair Quarterback Cocktail is made to be delicious enough to keep your friends’ opinions from erupting out every minute. Plus, it’s made with Pittsburgh local ingredients like Red Ribbon Mint Ginger Ale and the Dubliner Steelers Select Irish Whiskey for the ultimate Steelers cocktail.
Dry January is officially at the halfway mark and if your usual go-to drinks are starting to feel a little uninspiring, this is your sign to shake things up. Chef Richard Sandoval’s Art of Zero-Proof collection proves that going alcohol-free doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor, ritual, or creativity. He designs each recipe with the same care as a craft cocktail, making eight refreshing mocktails to carry you through the rest of the month and maybe even after.
Who is Chef Richard Sandoval?
Chef Richard Sandoval is an international restaurateur and staple chef of modern Latin cuisine. He is known for blending traditional Latin flavors as well as contemporary culinary techniques to make his unique creations. A four-time James Beard Award nominee, he has built a global restaurant portfolio spanning more than 60 concepts across the the world and continues to innovate the beverage space, with his zero-proof and cocktail programs.
N/A bourbon, homemade bitters, and then a final aromatic veil of smoke make this mocktail feel straight out of a fantasy novel. A bit of vanilla as well as agave take this recipe a long way.
This isn’t your usual Penicillin. Lapsang souchong tea creates a vibrant base for this beverage before layering a ginger-honey shrub, N/A bourbon, and a blackberry jam swirl.
Fresh aloe vera and a tart apple shrub are the answers to a delicious mocktail. In this No-Groni, Chef Richard swaps gin for Seedlip Garden 108 which adds herbal notes.
Those straying away from alcohol can still enjoy a highball. This particular recipe focuses on the flavors of yuzu and crisp cucumber then uplifts them with hints of bergamot and cedar.
Allow Chef Richard to take you to the tropics with this silky-smooth mocktail. The use of whole milk and coconut water blends with pineapple juice, lime juice, and mango puree for something much better than sparkling water.
Hibiscus tea doesn’t have to be served in a mug. Giffard Non-Alcoholic Grapefruit Liqueur is the star of the show here as elements of the tea, hazelnut, as well as fresh citrus balance out the bitter liqueur.
A cozy Espresso Martini is just the thing for a cold winter night and this recipe is also an easy one to follow. It uses cold brew coffee, butter-flavored popcorn infused coffee liqueur, as well as a clove and cinnamon cold foam for something different.
A margarita that’s just tequila is boring. But this Margarita Verde mocktail engages every one of your senses with Pandan and jalapeño syrup, Hoja Santa and pink pepper oil, and oolong salt for the rim. Then, a smoking palo santo stick on top makes the perfect garnish.
There’s nothing better than warming the soul with a homemade bowl of soup. Now that the weather is beginning to cool, there’s a good chance you’re gravitating towards a hearty, filling bowl of goodness for lunch and dinner. From chicken noodle to exotic butternut squash, we’ve got you covered with the below delicious homemade soup recipes.
French Onion Soup has a special place in our hearts because it requires a central technique for good cooking — caramelizing onions. Browning or carmelizing onions is an exercise in patience and expands basic cookery chops in building flavor. It’s a cooking tenet applicable anywhere but should be mastered here in all its melty goodness.
Experience shows that the less stress you bring to the dinner table, the smoother the ride. Try this very simple, healthy, and nutritious Alphabet Soup. Serve with crusty bread and butter. Perhaps you garnish with a bit of popcorn to keep the kids interested.
Vegetable soup is soul-soothing goodness, perfect for long wintery days or stormy summer nights (especially when you need to use up the yellow squash and zucchini from your garden).
This Caramelized Fennel, Onion and Pea Soup recipe is a warming and delectable winter soup created by fusing together varying local ingredients seasoned with warm spices and decadent textures.
This Spicy Sausage and Greens soup is a tantalizing, nutritious meal perfect for any time of year. Don’t let the short list of ingredients fool you. This delicious recipe is packed full of flavor.
This particular recipe pairs the veggie virtues of farm-fresh squash with a bit of Southeast Asia in the form of yellow Thai curry and coconut milk. Liokareas Cold Fused Leek Olive Oil adds a note of complexity!
Everyone we know has a childhood winter lunch memory of tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches. Warm yourself with a cup of homemade soup (and a few memories) by whipping up a batch for yourself. Share with kids and grandkids to pay those fond memories forward.
Our Vegetarian Italian Wedding Soup made with Impossible Burger meatballs will warm you up in the best possible ways. Celebrate your Meatless Monday Zuppa with a twist and twirl.
A little bit of citrus and tang in a soup can wake you right up on those chilly days. This Lemon and Fregula Chicken Soup is similar to a traditional chicken soup but with small ball fregula pasta, broccoli, and plenty of lemon. Make a huge pot and freeze it for the next time you feel a cold coming on.
The simplicity of Roasted Pumpkin Soup makes for a quick and easy recipe that you can make in just an hour or two. A fresh pie pumpkin turns into a smooth, delicious treat with the help of chicken or vegetable stock ad plenty of seasonings. Just don’t forget toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs for garnish.
In case noodles are not exactly your thing, try a chicken soup that uses filling wild rice instead. This recipe packs a bowl full of chicken or turkey breast, a homemade poultry broth, long grain wild rice, celery rib, carrot, and onion. It’s a little creamy and each spoonful is surely better than the last.
There’s nothing wrong with plain old squash but we like to think that a bit of extra spice makes everything better. This Curry Squash Soup features a coriander crème along with a hefty handful of turmeric, vegetable stock, orange zest, and coconut milk. Plus, you’ll also make a pepita brittle to garnish with.
Clam chowder and seafood gumbo are great but Tuscan Clam Soup is meant for the fall and winter time. Fresh clams cook in a deeply rich tomato sauce that infuses garlic cloves, parsley, dry white wine, and black pepper. You’ll want a few slices of country bread on hand to sop us all the broth.
You may believe you can only get Pork Wonton Soup at your local Chinese restaurant but it’s actually a breeze to make at home too. Once you have your ingredients ready, all you have to do is bring your broth to a boil, create pork meatballs, then add the bok choy and wonton wrappers. In not even half an hour you have dinner ready.
Not every soup has to include meat or cream. In fact, vegan soups are an opportunity to allow fresh produce to shine. This Vegan Mushroom Potato Soup combines three types of mushrooms along with shallots, garlic, Yukon Gold potatoes, thyme, red pepper flakes, and vegetable stock. Though you can feel free to experiment with other types of wild mushrooms and russet potatoes.
Joumou is a traditional Haitian soup that relies on pumpkin, beef, and pikliz. Pukliz is similar to a pickled slaw but with lots of spice and heat. Cooking up these ingredients along with habanero or Scotch bonnet chile is sure to clear out your sinuses and warm even the coldest of bones.
Everyone should have a tomato soup recipe in their back pocket and this one specifically uses heirloom tomatoes. The addition of fried basil and a basil oil take it beyond what you get in a can and add that homemade feel.
French Onion Soup with its bubbly golden cheese and rich onion broth are a must for the cold months. To make life as easy as possible, we’re showing you how to make a delicious serving all in one pot.
Apple pear syrup or appelstroop adds a tang to various recipes with its distinct flavor. In a Dutch Treat Beef Stew it adds to the depth of flavor and creates a unique taste you won’t find elsewhere.
What’s better than a soup you can prepare entirely in a slow cooker? This Tom Kha Gai from Martha Stewart focuses on lemongrass as a staple to build the rest of the soup upon. It includes a creamy mix of coconut mix, carrots, lime leaves, chicken, mushrooms, and plenty of herbs.
For our Seafood Chowder, we pack a savory broth full of cod, scallops, clams pancetta, potatoes, and tomatoes. To build up the broth we use seafood stock, white wine, dill, tomato paste, and a handful of seasonings.
For more ways to warm up your cold hands and put a smile on your face, try:
When you think of a salad you probably transport yourself to a cooling lunch on a hot summer day. But, salads don’t belong exclusively to the warmer months. In fact, from December to March you’ll find citrus fruits at their peak. That means a whole range of flavorful, juicy, colorful additions to your salad. Plus, they work well with winter vegetables like beets and radicchio, which are readily available in the chilly season. Try our winter salad recipes! They’ll help you create a meal that’ll brighten your day and get you through even the coldest, darkest, snowiest parts of the next few months.
The mix of fresh grown citrus fruit and a homemade Basil Vinaigrette make this Citrus and Seed Salad a winter delight. The bright flavors in this salad will add a little sunshine to your plate and rescue you from the winter blues.
Radicchio — beautifully magenta, leafy, and cabbage-like — offers up a pleasing vegetal bitterness. Charring the radicchio takes down the bitterness a notch. That also introduces some smoky notes, and extends its virtues into lots of wintery options. You could try a small plate of charred radicchio or you could go a bit further with this Charred Radicchio Salad recipe.
The earthy, sweet-yet-tart zing of pickled beets and other cold weather vegetables like cauliflower is loved by many. For our Pickled Veggie Salad with Mustard Dressing, pick up some pickled beets and stone-ground mustard. Then plate up a healthy, beautifully flavorful winter salad with an infusion of vitamins and minerals.
In this COLDCO Bitter Greens Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette, throw in your favorite salad toppings like freshly shaved parmesan cheese, roasted pepitas, and sliced citrus fruits. These elements, combined with the tangy notes from the vinaigrette, create a burst of flavor in your mouth perfect for the winter months.
Hand-picked beets are wonderful winter fare. They’re actually at their best late in the season, when they’ve had time to accumulate the natural sugars and earthy flavors. With this Roasted Beet Salad recipe, you can bring out all their flavors with a quick roasting session. Add drizzle of delicious French Vinaigrette for extra flair.
This Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad has it all. There’s health benefits and savory flavor from the brussels sprouts, a touch of sweetness from the cranberries, and a delightful homemade dressing to top it off. Sure to liven up any salad station!
After a quick trip to your local farmer’s market, use those fresh ingredients for our COLDCO Farm Winter Salad. This recipe is made special with bitter Italian greens, grated parmesan cheese, chopped hazelnuts, and a tangy vinaigrette that you’ll want every last drop of.
Part of what makes this salad so nutritious is the use of kale and purple radicchio as winter greens. But, it also fills your bowl with black-eyed peas, blood oranges, pecans, cornbread croutons, and a zesty orange citrus vinaigrette.
Though you won’t find any greens in this salad, the combination of winter citrus and vegetables is utterly scrumptious. Here you’ll plate beets, grapefruits, and clementines with an orange olive oil vinegar on top.
We’re taking all of our favorite winter greens and packing them into one big salad. Think black magic kale, arugula, various lettuces, fennel, onion, turnips, and Parisian carrots. Then, you’ll make a vinaigrette out of lemons, hemp seeds, dill, and other seasonings that elevate this recipe further.
Baby kale, artichoke hearts, and citrus are all ingredients that thrive in the colder seasons. In this salad, we’re marinading artichoke hearts in lemon juice and citrus zests that also help to create the dressing. It’s all served on a bed of baby kale, Brazil nuts, red onion, and olives.
For some of the most opinionated people in football, Steelers fans, our spin on a Moscow Mule with the Armchair Quarterback, serves up a hometown cocktail special for the big playoff game against the Houston Texans on January 12 at 8 p.m.
Try Specialty Whiskey for the Steelers’ Playoff Game Against the Texans
Because we’re from Pittsburgh, and we know the vast majority of hometown fans are loyal to Pittsburgh brands as much as we are, we chose Red Ribbon Mint Ginger Ale and the Dubliner Steelers Select Irish Whiskey to create this cocktail. Skip the beer and feel a little classy in your recliner while sipping this cocktail and shouting out your own personal judgments about what’s happening on the field. After a couple of these babies, the offensive coordinator just might be able to hear your loud opinion about what he did wrong at third and long through the television.
Canned fish… tinned fish… whatever you call it, it’s trending, and for good reason. Delicate filets of herring, tuna, sardines, anchovies, and more seem to last forever when you preserve them in a salty brine. This also makes them lasting on the shelves of grocery stores and helps keep their prices low in this age of tariffs. Our recipes below provide you with inexpensive but flavorful meal ideas that stretch these fish further than just straight out of the tin. Lunch and dinner have never been so easy.
Canned herring is naturally salty and a rich marinade preserves them in their packaging. Rather than eating them straight from the container, upgrade them by pickling in vinegar with mustard seed, allspice, cloves, bay leaves, and a bit of sugar.
If the slippery texture of sardines turns you off, maybe frying them will change your mind. A mixture of crispy sardines, onions, vinegar, and raisins slathers onto a slice of barley sourdough. Finish it all with pine nuts and parsley for an elegant bite.
Anchovies are for more than just on pizza. By creating a panelle chickpea fritter from scratch, you get a base that you can dress up with a variety of flavors. Think ricotta cheese with za’atar seasoning, lemon juice, and anchovy fillets.
Since pasta is another ingredient that’s sure to stay reasonably priced this year, at least if it’s domestically produced, combine it with affordable canned anchovies. A light lemon olive oil drizzles over a dish of black olives, anchovy fillets, carrots, capers, and a variety of spices.
There is something so nostalgic about tuna salad that even when it’s just between two pieces of bread it’s delicious. Bulk up your usual recipe with the addition of chopped red onion, lemon juice, white beans, arugula, and spring salad mix.
Another way of combining pasta and canned fish is in our Bigoli in Salsa recipe which features sardines or anchovies and a white wine sauce. Using whole-wheat spaghetti adds another healthy element, showing that taking care of yourself can be accessible too.
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Buying protein at the grocery store in 2026 can be terrifying. You never know how high beef prices will be or what will even be available. But, chicken is always there as an affordable protein that’s readily available any time of year. Not to mention, you can usually stretch a whole roast chicken into multiple meals. The recipes below remind you the versatility of chicken for dinner to help make shopping at a low-cost, easy. No more breaking the bank just to enjoy the taste of something delicious.
You can’t go wrong with a roasting chicken that’s big enough to feed the whole family. Juicy and succulent, this recipe prepares the chicken with fresh garlic, onion, lemon, and bunches of herbs. Throw in tender potatoes and carrots for a traditional dinner.
A one pan skillet recipe means that you can prepare everything in one go. Think of this as a deconstructed enchilada with a savory mix of chicken, green chile peppers, and enchilada sauce all under layers tortillas, cheese, avocado, and slices of lime.
When chicken wings are restaurants are too expensive for eating out, making them at home offers a solution. Marinating these wings in lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and lemongrass means a crispy product. Try serving your them with a Thai pepper dipping sauce.
Keto on a budget. Martha Stewart was our inspiration for these diet-friendly Chicken Roll Ups. Spinach and mozzarella pillow inside chicken breasts wrapped in pieces of prosciutto. Each sits in a lemon artichoke cream sauce that’s made with herbed Boursin cheese.
Crafting a filling soup leaves you with leftovers to supplement your meals the whole week long. Rather than stick to your usual chicken noodle, try a chicken and wild rice soup that packs the bowl full of veggies. You’ll even make your own broth from scratch so you’re sure to use the entirety of your roasted chicken.
The best part about fajitas is being able to dress them up however you please. Let us take the ropes to help you create a scrumptious pan full of fajita chicken with peppers and onions. Then, let your imagination run wild with your topping such as pico, lime wedges, sour cream, avocado, queso fresco, and much more.
As the year of 2026 increases price points, absolve your stress with a comfort meal. Our Martha Stewart-Inspired Chicken Pot Pie is the best of both worlds as it’s affordable to make and nostalgic too. A crispy crust breaks open to reveal a warm filling of chicken, peas, carrots, and onion.
Craving breakfast for dinner? Chicken and Waffles is the answer. Learn how to make Southern fried chicken strips that use buttermilk, chili powder, paprika, and a seasoned flour for a decedent taste. The honey butter sauce mends the bridge between these two worlds of savory and sweet.
Another way to limit the money you’re spending on groceries is to use a roasted chicken for various recipes throughout the week. You can split this leftover chicken into recipes like a custom Taco Bar, sharable Buffalo Chicken Dip, and soups that you can bring along for lunch.
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