I created this recipe especially for my son, Ty. He absolutely loves it, and clearly, all of you did, too! It's got all the bold flavors of classic pasta salad recipes, but without the loads of unwanted fat and white carbs. Plus, it's easy to make, and it keeps well for several days, so you've got a quick lunch or delicious side dish ready to go, all week long!

Ty and I tested (and tested and re-tested) this one together last summer. It was a deliciously fun project, and WOW did it turn out great! Buffalo Chicken Dip is always a crowd-pleaser, but we wanted to make it: (1) easier and (2) lower in both calories and fat. Check, check and check! Mission accomplished!

This is a super-simple and VERY adaptable side dish I truly make all the time for my own family. You basically need 1 main ingredient and 2 minutes of hands-on time. Yet these carrots are so wonderfully delicious (thanks to a surprisingly scrumptious high-heat roasting technique), and they go with practically any main dish. No wonder you guys turned to this recipe so frequently last year!

This salad has become a cherished family tradition at our holiday celebrations, thanks to my mother-in-law, Jo. And, we've become so addicted to it now, that we often keep a big bowl of it in the fridge, all year long. It's an updated riff on the "famous" Bean Salad recipe served at the iconic Nick Anthe’s restaurant for more than 30 years. Uniquely delicious, but with no cooking and just a bit of quick chopping, it’s also ultra-fast and easy!

Ok ... ok ... I've gotta admit that I was kind of surprised to find this one in the top 10. Sautéed Cabbage seemed like maybe a teeeeny bit of a hard sell, no matter how much I personally adore it. Surprise! I'm so glad all of you gave this one a chance, because with its lusciously rich browned butter and crunchy walnuts, it truly is special. And with only 3 ingredients (plus salt) and a very quick cook time (to keep the cabbage fresh and lively), it's fast and easy, too!

These burgers are over-the-top flavorful! They feature a unique mix of ground beef and Italian sausage, seasoned with zesty Italian spices. Pile them high with grilled peppers and onions, juicy tomato, and a warm, melty slice of fresh mozzarella ... and you've got a seriously memorable burger creation! Added bonus: you can prep them in advance, and we’ve got alternate directions for you if you don't want to fire up the grill.

And you know that pasta salad up at #1? It's the PERFECT side dish for these burgers!

Our chia pudding recipes are always really popular, so adding decadent chocolate, crunchy almonds and flakes of coconut was an absolute slam dunk. Kind of like an Almond Joy candy bar (but soooooo much healthier). Yeah ... YUM! It's a great make-ahead, meal prep recipe for busy mornings, and doubles as a guilt-free dessert, too!

These are just simply fantastic. They've been a runaway hit with my own family since the very first time I tested them. Restaurant quality – except, honestly, the shrimp turn out better than what I've had in many restaurants. Succulent and perfectly cooked! These fajitas are on the table in just over 20 minutes, and I 100% predict you'll make them again and again!

Remember how I just mentioned that chia pudding recipes are always a big hit around here? Yup ... here's even more proof! We only published 2 new chia pudding recipes in 2021, and they BOTH made the top 10. This one offers lots of options for toppings, mix-ins and even sweeteners. Make it ahead for stress-free mornings! (And, while we're talking chia pudding ... all you fans out there might also want to check out our Apple Pie Chia Pudding, and our Chia Pudding with Coconut Milk and Berries, which is a copycat version of the A.M. Superfoods Bowl at First Watch restaurants.)

I'm not sure which I make more – this asparagus or the carrots (#3 above). Just like the carrots, this recipe has essentially only 1 ingredient ... and cooks super-fast. My high-heat roasting technique gives you HUGE flavor with almost no effort. Seriously, this is so good and so easy that it's on regular repeat at my house, and I bet it will be at yours, too!