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About Sam Zien

Sam Zien is a leading cooking personality with 15 Emmys for his regional TV show, three cookbooks (now 4), 12 Today Show appearances, 2 restaurants in San Diego, and now over 2.1 million YouTube subscribers. He lives in San Diego, California. @thecookingguy

Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger with Crispy Fried Onions

Jul 26, 2022 posted by David Leite

Since discovering this cheeseburger with bacon and onions both on and inside it, there’s no going back.

Three fried shrimp sliders with coleslaw and toasted Hawaiian rolls on a wooden board.

Fried Shrimp Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls

Jul 14, 2022 posted by David Leite

These easy shrimp sliders are fried to crispy perfection, then topped with a spicy creamy slaw and toasted bun. Bet you can’t eat just one.

Leftover Meatloaf Pasta Sauce

Mar 31, 2021 posted by LC Editors

Got meatloaf? Then you’ve also got the makings of a sumptuous pasta dish. Not really leftovers—more like a tomato-based glow-up.

Meatloaf with Spinach

Mar 12, 2021 posted by LC Editors

Not your everyday meatloaf for sure. Filled with spinach and glazed with a sweet-spicy, finger-licking glaze, this homemade meatloaf is anything but ho-hum.

A white bowl filled with leftover meatloaf gnocchi in a creamy tomato sauce that's garnished with fresh basil.

Gnocchi with Leftover Meatloaf

Mar 12, 2021 posted by LC Editors

Hungry and pressed for time and maybe cranky? Sam the Cooking Guy has the answer. Leftover meatloaf gnocchi to the rescue. Phew!

Leftover Meatloaf Sandwich

Mar 12, 2021 posted by LC Editors

Leftover meatloaf like you’ve never imagined. Toasty, sweet, spicy, and satisfying. Sam the Cooking Guy takes those inevitable leftovers to another level.