All too often I buy a carton of heavy cream for a recipe and, after using a small portion, the leftovers get pushed to the back of the fridge and forgotten about. Sound familiar? I’ve learned that the best strategy for making sure I use up the leftovers is keeping a roster of easy ideas of what to do with heavy cream. It’s an extremely versatile ingredient, and can be used in a pretty wide variety of sweet and savory recipes.

It's ready in under 30 minutes.

If you’re not already slotting steak into your meal plan once in a while, I’m here to encourage you to do just that, be it date night at home or a random Wednesday night. There’s no need to go out for steak when you can make a delicious steak dinner from the comfort of your own home. You can keep it light with a steak fajita salad, or switch things up and make a sirloin steak sandwich.

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They're easy to pull off and easy to transport.

Reach for inexpensive cuts of meat, grains, pantry staples, and veggies instead.

Ah, bacon; its crispy snap and smoky flavor have a special way of making everything it touches even better. It’s nearly perfect on its own, but it really shines when it’s added to another dish — everything from breakfast bakes and salads to side dishes and soups. Let these 20 recipes show you there’s no shortage of ways to use bacon from breakfast to dinner.

If you're not making pasta in your Instant Pot, it's time to get started.

Time to add frozen tortellini to this week's shopping list.

We applaud all of you just cooking like champs. Here are some extra-easy, extra-delicious recipes to get you through one more week.

Step away from the stove.

No time, no meat, no problem.

Fast and filling meatless meals that'll leave you satisfied.

The simplest and most delicious ways to make veggies the star of the dinner table.

Anytime you're cooking on vacation, the name of the game is easy as can be.

It's finally soup season.

No matter what kind of meat you're cooking for dinner, there's a place on the plate for these simple sides.

Here's how I round out pasta night.

You definitely have time to make a one-minute tomato sandwich.

Who’s ready to keep the oven and stove off in this too-warm spring? It’s Memorial Day and summer is here. Well, you’re in luck — these 20 recipes don’t require one bit of cooking. In addition to keeping the kitchen just a little bit cooler, no-cook dishes always have a way of offering something for everyone — from vegetarians and vegans to people avoiding gluten, dairy, and nuts.

They're a classic for a reason.

Whether you want a recipe that can be made a full day ahead or just an hour ahead, there's something here for you.

These are the ridiculously easy and comforting dinners we all deserve this week.

No-bake pumpkin cheesecake, anyone?

Because sweater weather is the perfect time for picnicking. Here's what you should eat.

Because we all know the big feast isn't complete without it.

Smooth or chunky, store-bought or homemade, we can all agree that peanut butter is one glorious food.

From bolognese, to burgers, to meatloaf, and more.

The easiest, most nourishing dinners to keep in your meal plan rotation.

Pork tenderloin is the weeknight dinner hero you're probably missing out on.

From shredded chicken and carnitas, to brisket and pot roast, here are 10 easy ways to cook meat in your slow cooker.

According to you!

Time to add these to your meal plan ASAP.

These toss-and-go meals do all the work for you.

It's how I do quick cooking without heating up the kitchen.

Two words: Kalua pig.

This is everything I want to eat right now.

Choosing the best recipe for your potluck starts with a few smart considerations.

The very best gifts are the edible sort!

Cook, carry, and keep your potluck dish warm until it's time to eat.

Because leftover Thanksgiving sandwiches are overrated.

This foolproof technique delivers a perfect medium-cooked fillet that's tender and flaky with deliciously crispy pan-seared skin.

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This is our go-to weeknight dinner.

It's not a contest, but if you aspire to win Friendsgiving with the best side dish of the night, you're hardly alone.

They have so much flavor.

From the essentials to the non-turkey mains, sides, pies, and even drinks to help plan a delicious holiday dinner.