On one hand, seeing this recipe at #1 is a total surprise, because it's not technically a brand-new recipe at all. It was originally published back in 2015, but in 2023 I completely revised and updated and re-published it ... and after that, it absolutely BROUGHT THE HOUSE DOWN. I guess it just needed a little facelift to bring it to life so it could capture your hearts! And with fluffy scrambled eggs, potatoes, peppers, onions, melty cheese and even a bit of smoky bacon ... there's a lot to love about this lighter take on restaurant-style skillet breakfasts!

Surprise again! Water. Water claimed the #2 spot this year. For real! But, of course, this is no ordinary water. Refreshing and revitalizing and endlessly sippable, this "spa water" recipe includes 7 key tips for really, really great water every time. So you stay hydrated and healthier. Perfect addition to your Healthy New Year's Resolutions this January! (And perfect drink for all those hot summer days and sunshine-filled picnics still to come this year, too!)

So this will probably surprise absolutely no one. An EASY one-pot version of a restaurant-favorite dish. Creamy and just a little spicy. It's a glorious fusion of Jamaican jerk chicken with a creamy pasta that's reminiscent of Italy’s alfredo dishes. Right ... what's not to love about that?!? Plus, all the action happens in just one pot, and you can even make it completely ahead of time for meal prep – genius for busy weeknights!

Lovingly passed from friend to friend to friend until it made its way to my family – there's no doubt why this hearty soup is the kind of recipe that people excitedly pass along to their besties, swearing, "You have GOT to try this!" It's full of pantry staples, which makes it easy to whip up at a moment's notice. It makes a big batch that's perfect for sharing, meal prep, or freezing. And it is just so, soooo ridiculously yummy (with a "secret" ingredient that's not to be missed)!

We have adored this recipe for years and years ... and actually first shared it here on our site with you clear back in 2014. As far as I'm concerned, it's always been a winner. BUT ... those original 2014 photos were pretty bad. I mean seriously, unappetizingly bad. Looking at them, you couldn't see how fantastic this recipe really was. So, I shot some new photos and re-published this phenomenal casserole ... and looky there ... now it's claiming its rightful spot as a fan favorite! It's got all the flavors of restaurant-style chicken fajitas, in a super-simple baked dinner. Yep – pretty fabulous!

I have a container of this tucked in my fridge right now. Once I started making my own, homemade salad dressings (like our also-favorite Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette, too), I realized how incredibly much better homemade salad dressings are. There's just not even any comparison! This one's bold, zingy, and vibrantly flavorful, yet so darn easy to make in just 3 minutes … with basic pantry staples!

I've been making a version of this dip for 20 years, and it's just always a winner. Super-easy to make (less than 10 minutes!), and you can even make it ahead of time. And, with its creamy base, slathering of pesto, and Mediterranean toppings, it's both alluringly pretty and also so delicious – a success every time I make it! (For the holidays, be sure to check out this adorable "Christmas tree" version, too.)

You know that Olive Garden soup everyone loves? Yeah, well this is an easy, shortcut version you can make at home! And {of course!} this version is lightened up and healthier, too. The surprising thing? When I did a comparison taste test, I was shocked that my version was so much more delicious. So much more flavorful, for sure, even though it's also much healthier. Huh. Seriously – skip Olive Garden and make this instead!

f I had to pick the #1 salad my family makes ALLLLL the time on constant repeat, it would have to be this one. It's my daughter's all-time most favorite salad EVER. This main course salad is a spin on our uber-popular "Thanksgiving" Salad with Goat Cheese. In both cases, I think it's our homemade (but easy, I promise!) Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette that truly puts everything over the top. Plus, it’s an absolute breeze to throw together, and is completely adaptable. I bet it'll win its way into the regular rotation at your house, too!

You guys know I'm obsessed with my high-heat method for roasted veggies. But I can achieve virtually identical results in my air fryer even faster. Game changer! Enjoy these Air Fryer Green Beans with or without my decadent browned butter sauce – I have loads of other yummy ideas for customizing these to match any main dish. (*Psssst* No air fryer? No problem! Make my Oven-Roasted Green Beans instead!)