Think sugar cookie meets margarita. Or something like that. And just as difficult to stop at a single taste.
Lori Richards, Recipe Tester
A list of all the recipes Lori Richards has tested.
Pasta with Beef Ragu
If you love pasta, then nothing beats a rich and flavorful beef ragu that tastes like it took all day to make. Even better? When it comes together in 2 hours.
Cajun-Inspired Steak Quesadillas
Quesadillas are something that nearly everybody loves–crispy, melty, and filled with sweetly spiced steak. Don’t just take our word for it, eat some!
Lamb Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce
A handy recipe for delish little meatballs that are perfect for appetizers, snacks, or dinner. Spiced and dipped in yogurt–they’re perfect any time.
Sweet Tea Brined Fried Chicken
Crisp fried chicken and cool sweet tea. A combination of the South’s two fave things in which a 24-hour marinade subtly suffuses the chicken with the summeriness of tea and lemon.
Leftover Meatloaf Pasta Sauce
Got meatloaf? Then you’ve also got the makings of a sumptuous pasta dish. Not really leftovers—more like a tomato-based glow-up.
Homemade IKEA Swedish Meatballs
Real-deal IKEA meatballs without having to leave the house. Consider it comfort food with no Allen key required.
Chicken Kebabs ~ Kebabeh Degee Morgh
The intense aroma of this intricately spiced Afghan chicken will draw everyone to the table early. The intense flavors will keep them there.
Beef Stroganoff
Some days, all you crave is a comforting bowl of nostalgia. And this beef Stroganoff fits the bill. It’s also full of flavor and comes together faster than you’d expect. You’re welcome.
Fried Plantains ~ Ndizi Kaanga
Like bananas foster. But better. Easier. And with a traditional Tanzanian lilt based on a recipe handed down by grandmothers, so you know it’s certain to be good.