Sandy Owen, Recipe Tester

A list of all the recipes Sandy Owen has tested.

A glass bowl filled with Sriracha mayonnaise and a typed label underneath.

Sriracha Mayonnaise

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A simple dipping sauce, sandwich spread, and all around awesome something to slather, dunk, or otherwise devour with anything and everything.

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  • 5 M
  • 5 M
  • 6
Four wine poached pears in a shallow white baking dish.

Wine Poached Pears

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How to explain these wine poached pears? “Divine elegance” comes to mind. Also, easy, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy, and lovely.

  • (1)
  • 25 M
  • 4 H, 25 M
  • 4
A person holding a glass mug of cinnamon tea on a white plate.

Cinnamon Tea

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Sorta amazing what loveliness can be wrought from just a stick of cinnamon and some hot water. So simple. So soothing.

  • (1)
  • 5 M
  • 20 M
  • 4
A tray of coconut candy bars cut into squares.

Coconut Candy Bars

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These taste like an indulgent mash-up of Mounds candy bars, peanut butter, and graham cracker crumb crust. And chances are you already have everything you need.

  • (1)
  • 20 M
  • 45 M
  • 2
Two chili dogs on a white plate with a fork and knife on the side.

Chili Dog

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Who first thought to smother a hot dog with chili and strew it with cheese and cram it into one’s face? We’re talking hero status.

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  • 10 M
  • 10 M
  • 0
A slice of ham with red eye gravy on a cutting board with a knife and salt and pepper shaker.

Ham with Red Eye Gravy

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A Southern classic made from pan drippings and coffee, this little number is going to make you rethink your weekend breakfast making.

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  • 10 M
  • 15 M
  • 4
A baking dish with chicken thighs topped with garlic cloves, red potatoes, and thyme. A silver spoon is nestled in the dish.

Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic

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Chicken with 40 cloves of garlic is a classic for one reason—it’s damn good. Using chicken thighs ensures the meat remains juicy. Using our trick for quickly peeling garlic makes it hassle free.

  • (4)
  • 45 M
  • 1 H, 45 M
  • 20
A chipped white bowl filled with Cajun chicken and sausage gumbo and a scoop of rice with a spoon resting in it.

Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

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“Your family will think you are AMAZING.” “A straightforward, real deal Cajun gumbo that everyone loved.” “Easy and affordable.” “A keeper!” That’s what we’re hearing about this.

  • (5)
  • 2 H
  • 2 H, 45 M
  • 12
Two wrapped tamales on top of an open corn husk

Red Chile Pork Tamales

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These red chile pork tamales are the real authentic Mexican deal and taste like they were carefully crafted by the loveliest abuela imaginable. Here’s how to make them.

  • (7)
  • 1 H, 30 M
  • 8 H, 30 M
  • 42
A stack of easy gingerbread pancakes topped with bacon, maple syrup, and creme fraiche in a white bowl.

Easy Gingerbread Pancakes

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This easy gingerbread pancakes recipe is easy to make with sugar, spice, lemon zest, and maple syrup with flavors that are welcome waaaaaaay beyond Christmas.

  • (2)
  • 25 M
  • 25 M
  • 4
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