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14 Trader Joe’s Products Perfect for a Summer Cookout

by Karly Wood

Bring on the sparkling watermelon juice and horchata ice cream

Warm weather means meals spent outside by the grill. So, as soon as you have your next gathering on the calendar, it’s time to head to Trader Joe’s to grab a handful of products for your summer cookout! The grocer has everything you need, from savory BBQ sauces and crispy chips to creative takes on burgers and desserts. Get ready to enjoy all that Trader Joe’s has to offer for the summer season.

 

Appetizers, Condiments & Drinks from Trader Joe’s

Chips in a Pickle

What screams “summer” more than a pickle? These dill pickle chips! The special, seasonal bag is back and will remind you of sour cream and onion, but with a fun vinegar and dill vibe.

Related: 11 ‘Secret’ Trader Joe’s Tips Straight from Store Employees

 

Organic Kansas City BBQ Sauce

Trader Joe's products summer cookout

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It’s just not summer without a hearty jar of BBQ sauce, and Kansas City does it best. TJ’s has taken a note from the experts with its tangy, smoky, hickory sauce that pairs well with veggie patties, meats, and even salads. We also highly recommend the brand’s Carolina Gold BBQ sauce for a tangy alternative!

 

Sparkling Watermelon Juice

Trader Joe's products for a summer cookout

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Summer and watermelon are pretty much synonymous which means this sparkling juice needs to make an appearance at your cookout. It’s made with no added sugar and zero concentrate juice, plus only packs a whopping 60 calories. Both kids and adults will love refreshing sip after sip.

 

Chimichurri Sauce

Sandwiches, seafood, burgers, kebabs, pasta, and potatoes—there’s no wrong way to use Trader Joe’s Chimichurri Sauce. It’s made with flavorful cilantro, crushed red pepper, garlic, and herbs that combine to make a rich, green sauce that amps up any summer dish.

 

Steamed Lentils

Tinybeans

Yes, we said lentils for a BBQ. Hear us out: these pre-cooked goodies are a key ingredient in the most DIVINE lentil salad that is perfect for poolside. Just mix with one tub of TJ’s crumbled feta and one container of premade bruschetta sauce and you have an undeniably healthy dip that is the essence of summer.

 

Chili Lime Rolled Tortilla Chips

Trader Joe's products summer cookout

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Move over Takis, there’s a crispier, crunchier chip in town. Trader Joe’s Rolled Corn Chili & Lime Favorite Tortilla Chips are the perfect mix of flavorful and spicy—that won’t burn your mouth like other brands. They are great as a stand-alone, side to your burger, or as a way to scoop your favorite summertime dip.

 

Sides & Main Dishes from Trader Joe’s

BBQ & Black Pepper Toscano Chopped Salad

Trader Joe's products summer cookout

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It has BBQ in the name, therefore this is a must for your cookout! While we love the crunchy cabbage and kale that gives this salad a chilly feel, the cornbread croutons and black pepper Toscano cheese really take the idea of a salad served on a hot day from drab to fab.

 

Sesame Teriyaki Beef Skirt Steak

Most people think of sizzling meat when they picture a BBQ and that’s why this skirt steak is a natural choice. The pre-marinaded beef is USDA Choice Angus and is versatile enough to be cooked on the grill or stir-fried in an air-conditioned kitchen on a hot day.

 

Portabella Burger

Tinybeans

Picture this: a thick juicy burger that is meat-free. It’s a reality when you swap a patty for an oversized Portabella mushroom! Perfect for your vegetarian guests, they cook quickly and pair with so many delicious sauces. Check out this recipe for a Pesto Portabello Burger!

 

Pollo Asado

Tinybeans

Whether you enjoy this pollo asado in tacos, burritos, or a la carte, it’s a natural choice for a cookout. Thanks to the marinade of citrus juices, paprika, black pepper, crushed red pepper, cayenne, and garlic you don’t have to think ahead of time to flavor your meat, which means more time just enjoying your guests.

 

Brioche Buns

Just because you’re hosting a backyard BBQ doesn’t mean you have to settle for sub-par buns. We love both the Brioche hot dog and burger buns that bring a little sweet and salty to your gathering. Plus, they’re great for picky eaters who will probably only eat the bun anyways!

 

Any Trader Joe’s Corn Product

Whether you’re sautéing up a bag of Mexican Style Roasted Corn, warming up some microwave-ready corn on the cob, or making your own Elote with Everything but the Elote seasoning, you can’t go wrong with any TJ’s corn product this summer.

 

Desserts from Trader Joe’s

Horchata Inspired Ice Cream

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When it comes to Trader Joe’s products for your summer cookout, we think this Horchata-inspired ice cream takes the cake. Not only does this dessert boast the creamy, cinnamony flavor you love from the Latin American drink, but it also comes with Horchata-flavored cookies mixed in! Grab a carton or two to close out your upcoming BBQ.

 

Watermelon & Peach Macarons

We can’t say anything but “Oui!” to these perfect pastel macarons. Found in the freezer aisle, they are a great way to add just a little sweetness to your cookout and, dare we say it, would pair perfectly with an adult sparkling wine at the end of a long, hot day.

 

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Healthy Food Swaps That Are Picky Eater Approved

by Shelley Massey

These favorite kid dishes are getting a glow-up

We don’t know your kid, but if yours is anything like ours, they can sniff out a piece of kale hiding in a quesadilla faster than you can pop a straw in a juice box. In other words, getting them to eat healthy stuff isn’t always so easy. But here’s our tip. Don’t be sneaky about it. Instead, be creative and work with what you’ve got. Check out our tried-and-true ways to get your kids to eat healthier—without all of the disguises—because Mama didn’t raise no fool.

Chicken Nuggets

Is there anything that’s been reinvented more than the chicken nugget? We don’t think so. From alphabet shapes to dinosaurs, spicy to sweet, chicken nuggets come in every shape and size. The bad news? They’re often packed with preservatives and sodium. Instead of buying them in bulk, give this panko chicken recipe a go—it’s such an easy healthy food swap. Easy to make in batches, the panko holds its crunch and you can even crisp it up in an air fryer in no time, if you’re eating it throughout the week.

Macaroni & Cheese

Doesn’t every kid love mac & cheese? Who can blame them? And secretly, who doesn’t take a bite out of their leftovers before loading dishwasher? For a healthier riff on mac & cheese, try making a pot of green mac and cheese with spinach, peas and broccoli. The bright color and cheesy, creamy texture rings all the right bells.

Buttered Noodles

What is it about buttered noodles that kids love so much? Oh. Right. There’s butter, and then there are noodles. So it’s pretty perfect on the palate but falls short in nutritive strength. So, we have two options here. Serve it with protein-enriched or whole-grain pasta, or just serve it less frequently (but don’t mess with a masterpiece). We all need a reason to live, right?

Grilled Cheese

Dang it. We like these, too. But for the sake of being “good parents,” let’s explore options with the Grand Dame of Kid Food: The Grilled Cheese. First, switch around your cooking method. Instead of bathing it in a skillet of butter, batch bake them on a sheet with a light mist of olive oil on the pan. Another option is to pack some nutrition into your bread choice. Pass on the white bread and see how sprouted grains pleases your kids, instead. Finally, you can pack it full of spinach, ham, or sliced tomato if you don’t have a purist waiting for lunch to be served. How’s that for healthy food swaps?

Quesadilla

Lentils are a great source of protein, which helps keep you full for longer. Since the cooked lentils are pureed and mixed with salsa, they taste like refried beans, and picky eaters will be none the wiser. Check out our recipe for Grilled Lentil Quesadillas for a healthier alternative to the classic.

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Pizza

Anything you pick up or have delivered is going to come with a hefty health bill, when you add up all the salt (and frequently, sugar) found in pizza. But it’s so good. And so easy. Nonetheless, pizza made at home is not only fun, but also free from the hidden health hazards you’ll find in the delivery box. A prime reason to implement a healthy food swap here. Try making personal pizzas on a pita bread base, and let them choose toppings from an assortment of veggies and proteins. You can broil it for a quick fix, or try grilling it for another exciting twist.

Tacos

We take Taco Tuesday seriously, except sometimes it falls on a Wednesday or Thursday. But weekly tacos are a thing, so keeping the ingredients exciting is key to keeping the kiddos coming back for more. Instead of ground beef, cheese, lettuce and sour cream, try a vegetarian taco night with sauteed beans and mushrooms. home made guac (or hefty avocado slices), diced tomatoes and salsa. Or, go rogue with cheeseburger tacos. Brown turkey and diced onions for the filler, and let them top it with shredded lettuce, tomato, ketchup, mustard and cheese. Basically anything can be adapted to taco form, and we’re here for it. We bet your kids will be, too.

Spaghetti

Amp up your spaghetti game by sautéing shredded carrots and zucchini with garlic before dumping your favorite jar of pre-made sauce into the pan to simmer. For meat-lovers, brown some turkey sausage and add a dash of fennel to it to make it seem like Italian sausage. Noodles get an upgrade when you choose whole grain pasta or higher protein pasta, instead of the regular noodles. There are a million ways to add nutrition into spaghetti without sacrificing flavor, but be sure to check the back of your sauce jar—some brands are much worse than others about adding unneeded sugar to their sauce.

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Easy Baked Ziti Your Kids Will Beg You to Make

by writerredtri

If your kids love pasta but you want to change up your dinnertime routine, try out this easy Baked Ziti. Make it ahead of time and bake it when needed. From the refrigerator, the dish usually needs an additional 15 minutes of cooking time.

Ingredients for Easy Baked Ziti: 

1 pound dry ziti pasta
1 finely chopped onion
1 lb ground beef
2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
8 slices of provolone cheese
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for about 8-9 minutes; drain.

2. In a large skillet, brown onion and ground beef over medium heat. Add spaghetti sauce, heat through, then remove from heat.

3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking oil spray.

4. Layer as follows: 1/2 of the ziti, 1/2 of the sauce, Provolone cheese, sour cream, remaining ziti, remaining sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.

5. Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the cheeses are melted. Cover with foil for the first 15-20 minutes of baking, then remove the foil so the cheese will melt and the top will brown.

recipe courtesy of Sisters’ Gourmet

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Recipe: Bacon & Cheese Dip

by Marianella Orlando
Partner Content

Hosting a get-together calls for creating a well-balanced table spread that’ll keep your guests’ hunger at bay. Between appetizers, show-stopping main dishes and desserts, you won’t want to skip over the adored dips.

With Smithfield®’s Bacon & Cheese Dip, give your friends and family an experience that’ll change the game. The tangy cream cheese, sour cream and cheddar cheese are beautifully blended with green onions and garlic then topped with smoky, crumbled bacon. Talk about mouthwatering.

Check out the recipe from Smithfield® below to get started on your next go-to lunch or dinner.

Total Time Skill Level Servings
20 mins Beginner 4

Ingredients

Smithfield Hometown Original Bacon Slices, cooked and crumbled 4 piece(s)
Cream cheese, room temperature 8 ounce(s)
Sour cream 1/2 cup
Cheddar cheese, Shredded 1/4 cup(s)
Green onions, finely chopped 2 Tbsp.(s)
Garlic, minced 1 Tsp.
Biscuit chips, pretzels and celery To dip
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Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese, onions, and garlic.
  2. Place the bowl in the microwave, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove, and stir well. Return to the microwave, and cook an additional 2 to 4 minutes more.
  3. Top with crumbled Smithfield Hometown Original Bacon.
  4. Serve warm with biscuit chips, pretzels, or celery.

Tips to Stretch Your Dollar

Smithfield’s bacon slices are the perfect addition to any weekly meal, no matter the time of day. Add this smoky topping to salads, baked potatoes and cheddar muffins for an extra boost of flavor and texture.

In need of more inspiration for your next family meal? Smithfield Foods’ large portfolio of products, including Smithfield® Bacon, Nathan’s Famous® Beef Franks and Eckrich® Smoked Sausage, can meet your household’s needs for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snack time. 

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Recipe: Cheddar Dog Spring Roll

by Marianella Orlando
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Spring rolls are a versatile appetizer that can be stuffed with any filling, whether it’s a take on pizza with cheese and pasta sauce or a fun take on mac and cheese balls.

With Nathan’s Famous® Jumbo Restaurant Style Beef Franks, shredded cheddar cheese and egg roll wrappers, you can create another kid-friendly snack that your little ones can even help make.

Check out this Cheddar Dog Spring Roll recipe from Nathan’s Famous® to get the family involved.

 

Total Time Skill Level Servings
15 mins Intermediate 8

 

Ingredients

Nathan’s Jumbo Restaurant Style Beef Franks 1 pkg(s)
Large egg roll wrappers 8
Olive oil As needed
Shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup(s)
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook your hot dogs your favorite way. We suggest pan-fried with butter!
  3. While hot dogs cook, combine cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, green onions, finely chopped jalapeños, and all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Transfer mixture to oven safe baking dish and top with remaining cheeses, bacon and sliced jalapeños. Bake 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and starting to brown.
  5. Slice hot dogs in quarters and serve with hot dip.

Tips to Stretch Your Dollar

If you have left over franks and extra time on your hands, Nathan’s Famous® Hot Dog Garlic Knots with Spicy Tomato Oil is another winner amongst guests. All you need is pizza dough, tomatoes and common seasonings that are likely in your pantry now.

In need of more inspiration for your next family meal? Smithfield Foods’ large portfolio of products, including Smithfield® Bacon, Nathan’s Famous® Beef Franks and Eckrich® Smoked Sausage, can meet your household’s needs for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snack time. 

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Recipe: Jalapeño Popper Dog Dip

by Marianella Orlando
Partner Content

Parties and dips go hand-in-hand, especially when they’re fully loaded with cheese.

To impress your guests, you won’t want to shy from this easy-to-make Jalapeño Popper Dog Dip. Featuring Nathan’s Famous® Skinless Beef Franks, a delicious combination of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese and tasting toppings, like crumbled bacon and jalapeños, you’ll love this pop of flavor. Your kiddos will also appreciate the pan-fried franks as their dippers!

Check out the Nathan’s Famous® recipe here to get going on this delectable snack.

Total Time Skill Level Servings
30 mins Beginner 8

 

Ingredients

Nathan’s Skinless Beef Franks 1 pkg(s)
Package cream cheese, softened 8 oz.
Sour cream 1/2 cup(s)
Shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided 1 1/2 cup(s)
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided 1 1/2 cup(s)
Green onions, trimmed and sliced thin 4
Jalapeños finely chopped, plus slices for topping 2 – 3
Bacon, cooked and crumbled 8 slice(s)
Salt As needed
Pepper As needed
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook your hot dogs your favorite way. We suggest pan-fried with butter!
  3. While hot dogs cook, combine cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, green onions, finely chopped jalapeños, and all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Transfer mixture to oven safe baking dish and top with remaining cheeses, bacon and sliced jalapeños. Bake 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and starting to brown.
  5. Slice hot dogs in quarters and serve with hot dip.

Tips to Stretch Your Dollar

If you have left over franks and extra time on your hands, Nathan’s Famous® Hot Dog Garlic Knots with Spicy Tomato Oil is another winner amongst guests. All you need is pizza dough, tomatoes and common seasonings that are likely in your pantry now.

In need of more inspiration for your next family meal? Smithfield Foods’ large portfolio of products, including Smithfield® Bacon, Nathan’s Famous® Beef Franks and Eckrich® Smoked Sausage, can meet your household’s needs for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snack time. 

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No-Whining Dining: 8 Theme Restaurants in Atlanta

by Shelley Massey

Try these theme restaurants in Atlanta for an exciting dinner experience you may not expect

Dining with kids is an adventure. And one of the best ways to keep everyone happy and entertained when dining out is to hit up a out-of-the-box restaurant that practically guarantees a tabletop of happy plates (hint: here are some of our other favorite family restaurants tips). From brunch overlooking the world’s busiest airport to dinner inside a real train car—or perhaps pizza served by robots—we’ve got eight theme restaurants in Atlanta that are worth checking out. Find your favorite spots to make a memorable—in a good way—mealtime memory.

1. The S.O.S. Tiki Bar

This Victory Brands restaurant in Decatur is best to visit when the sun is down to catch "all the tiki glow." There are plenty of neon colors, tropical flowers, and bobbling hula dolls during the day, though, so you won't be disappointed.

Insider Tip: If they've been good and let you drink your cocktail out of a giant bird of paradise vase in peace, reward them with an order of Tempur-Oreos for dessert. They're deep-fried Oreos with Nutella or vegan chocolate sauce.

340 Church St.
Decatur
Online: sostiki.com

2. Selfie Museum

Glaze your Instagram with a visit to Atlanta’s weirdest museum that combines selfies (or perhaps family photos) with donuts. ‘Hole In The Wall’ is not a full-service restaurant, but you can nosh on delicious donuts and sip tasty drinks while snapping selfies at donut-themed selfie stations.

5471 Bells Ferry Rd., Ste. 300
Acworth, GA
Online: childcareselfiemuesum.com

Related: Rise & Shine! 9 Must-Try Breakfast Spots in the City

3. Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

All lords and ladies, regardless of size or stature, are guaranteed to have a blast cheering on their favorite knights in this dinner theater arena experience in Lawrenceville. From jousting to gallantry, the horses, knights, queens, kings, and of course—all the kids—guaranteed a night to remember.

5900 Sugarloaf Pkwy.
Lawrenceville, GA
Online: medievaltimes.com

4. Trader Vic's

Nope, not Trader Joe's. This particular Trader takes diners to poy paradise, with Polynesian-inspired decor, cuisine, and on occasion, entertainment. It's the home of the "original" Mai-Tai, so definitely add that to your order. This particular location in the downtown Hilton has been in operation since 1976, and this tiki bar is definitely high on wow factor for kids and parents, alike.

255 Courtland St. N.E.
Atlanta
Online: tradervicsatl.com

5. Orient Express

Located on railroad tracks in an old train car, and featuring three different rooms for Chinese, Sushi, and Hibachi, this Vinings staple is loco for kids interested in locomotives. Featuring all the traditional dishes you'd expect, try the hibachi for a little dinnertime entertainment (that doesn't involve an iPad).

2921 Paces Ferry Rd.
Vinings, GA
Online: orientexpressatl.com

Related: Dining for Dollars: Where Kids Eat Free in Atlanta

6. Bone Garden Cantina

This Mexican restaurant with a menu inspired by authentic street food and decor inspired by the celebrations of Dia de los Muertos. Whatever you do, don't miss the banana empanadas—fried pastries with sweet bananas, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, and topped with whipped cream.

1425 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd. N.W.
Atlanta
Online: bonegardencantina.com

7. 57th Fighter Group

Located at the end of the south runways of the Peachtree-Dekalb Airport, this long-time staple of Atlanta dining will wow your wee air aficionados in a major way. With both indoor and outdoor patio dining, no seat is a bad seat for getting an eyeful of passenger planes taking off and landing at the airport. Decorated in a WWII-era aviation theme, the restaurant even has vintage planes on the property.

3829 Clairmont Rd.
Chamblee, GA
Online: the57threstaurant.com

Related: Everybody Outside: 12 Spots for Patio Dining

 

8. Hard Rock Cafe

While they may be a little young to catch a show, your tiny dancers will love checking out the stage and vibe at lunch or early dinner at this downtown landmark. Filled with memorabilia, particularly of bands with roots in the South, the Hard Rock will satisfy their bellies with burgers and their heads with visions of becoming a rock star.

215 Peachtree St. N.E.
Atlanta
Online: hardrockcafe.com

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7 HelloFresh Meals Keeping Us Jolly

by Kate Cartia

Hanukkah is the 18th and Christmas is next week. The last thing you should have to worry about is what’s for dinner between now and then.

Hanukkah starts tomorrow, December 18th. Christmas is next week. It’s safe to say we’re a little busy. Obviously, we love the holidays and almost everything that comes with them. But that doesn’t mean we aren’t just absolutely slammed with merry-making duties. The countdown is on and that means that it’s super speed to shop, wrap, write, bake, clean, and 10 things we’re probably forgetting. We just don’t have time to answer the daily “what’s for dinner?” question. So this is absolutely when we look to the best meals from HelloFresh even more than we usually do!

We know you’ve heard of HelloFresh. They’re the #1 meal kit in America, after all. You’ve heard that they jam-pack each weekly delivery with fresh, pre-portioned ingredients, easy-to-follow color instructions, and options that are sure to please the whole crew. Whether you’re a Meat & Veggies home, looking for Quick & Easy, prefer Vegetarian picks, or must have Fit & Wholesome options, HelloFresh has you covered. Oh, and everything is also completely delicious and incredibly high-quality. It’s safe to say we’re fans.

Since HelloFresh is offering 16 free meals, 3 free surprise gifts, and free shipping to all new customers, we’re sharing what we’re going to be whipping up this week between holiday happenings. And we’re not stressing about HelloFresh blowing our gift budgets, either. Meals start at $7.99 a serving, making it 25% cheaper than takeout, and less expensive than grocery shopping. It’s safe to say that our holidays are a lot easier with HelloFresh (and some extra coffee!).

Organic Chicken & Maple Carrot Power Bowls with Tumeric-Toasted Couscous & Lemony Hummus

It's impossible not to crave the maple syrup harissa-seasoned carrots in this dish! Served bowl-style (hello, easy dishwasher loading!), those carrots are served up with turmeric-seasoned couscous, crunchy kale chips flavored with garlic, creamy hummus, and topped with dried cranberries and walnuts. We're seriously drooling just thinking about it. 

BBQ Cheddar Burgers with Chipotle Mayo & Potato Wedges

Who'd complain about Burger Night? These BBQ Cheddar Burgers start with an onion-studded seasoned burger patty, topped with melty cheddar, BBQ-spiked onions, and chipotle mayo, then wrapped in toasty buns. Add oven-fresh fries on the side (of course) and you have an extra hand to track packages while you wait.

Smoky Barramundi with Brown Butter + Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Broccoli

Restaurant style, right at home! Paprika-rubbed barramundi fillets drizzled with a lemon and scallion brown butter sauce. It's served with roasted broccoli and sour cream mashed potatoes and ready in 35 minutes. Seriously? Seriously.

Pork Meatloaf Parm Over Spaghetti Marinara

This dish is pure amore. Chef-created individual pork meatloaf layered with classic red sauce and a cheesy panko topping. With a crispy-melty baked crust and a side of spaghetti marinara, this updated version of an old fave is a new fave for us.

One-Pan Cheesy Black Bean Tacos

We don't even care what follows the words "one-pan"; we're in. In this case, though, add hearty black beans, green peppers, two kinds of cheese, red pepper crema, and a 15 minute prep time, and we're there for it.

Crispy Chickpea & Kale Salad with Cucumber, Pickled Shallot & Lemony Tahini Dressing Visit

Kale is still one of the best superfoods out there, so you can feel great about this salad. Massaged kale (so it's not too chewy) is coated in a tahini-garlic-lemon-yogurt dressing, then tossed with cucumbers and pickled shallots. Topped with seasoned extra-crispy chickpeas, you don't even have to be a salad person to love it!

Bavette Steak & Sherry Shallot Sauce with Garlic Parmesan Potato Clusters & Mixed Greens

Made it to the end of the week? Time for a reward, especially during the holiday week! In 40 minutes, we're cooking up bavette steaks drizzled in a rich pan sherry shallot sauce with cheesy garlic potatoes and fresh greens. It's Winter Vacation-worthy for sure!

If you buy something from the links in this article, we may earn affiliate commission or compensation. Prices and availability reflect the time of publication.

All images courtesy of HelloFresh.

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Recipe: Deluxe Nacho Dog

by Maraea Cardner
Partner Content

What’s better than nachos and hotdogs? Featuring Nathan’s Famous® Skinless Beef Franks, this Deluxe Nacho Dog recipe is the best of both worlds. Combine your favorites to create the ultimate game-day snack.

Check out the recipe from Nathan’s Famous® below to get started.

Total Time Skill Level Servings
20 mins Beginner 4

Ingredients

Nathan’s Famous® Skinless Beef Franks 1 pkg(s)
Hot dog buns 1 pkg(s)
Shredded lettuce As needed
Diced tomato As needed
Diced red onion As needed
Jalapeño peppers As needed
Chives As needed
Cheese sauce As needed
Sour cream As needed
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Instructions

  1. Prep your veggies. Wash and dry all. If using a whole head of lettuce (such as iceberg), remove core, halve and quarter the head, then slice one wedge quarter into thin strips. If using romaine, slice off the bottom of the stalk, then slice leaves crosswise into strips. Dice the tomato and red onion. Remove the jalapeño stems then slice. Chop the chives. Famous Tip: Looking to really bring the heat? Slice up a jalapeño and toss all in a skillet on medium heat with a bit of olive oil and salt and pepper. Cook until slices start to blacken. Cooking them brings out an even deeper level of spice!
  2. Cook your hot dogs your favorite way. We suggest pan-fried with butter!
  3. Heat cheese sauce according to package directions.
  4. Assemble your dog! Nestle dog into the bun, then go to town on the toppings (just like you would a pile of nachos). Start with a generous amount of cheese sauce, spooned over the entire dog, then layer lettuce, tomatoes, onions and jalapeños. Add a large dollop of sour cream. Finish with a sprinkle of chives. Olé!

Tips to Stretch Your Dollar

Save your leftovers to make some tried-and-true nachos! Store your ingredients separately and when you’re ready to enjoy, melt them on top of your favorite chips for your next lunch or dinner.

In need of more inspiration for your next family meal? Smithfield Foods’ large portfolio of products, including Smithfield® Bacon, Nathan’s Famous® Beef Franks and Eckrich® Smoked Sausage, can meet your household’s needs for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snack time. 

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Recipe: Hot Dog Totchos

by Marianella Orlando
Partner Content

Move over nachos, it’s time to let hot dog totchos get their shine. Featuring Nathan’s Famous® Beef Franks, this fun and delicious recipe opts for tater tots instead of nachos and hot dogs in place of beef. Plus: all the fixin’s we know and love, like cheese and black beans.

Check out the recipe from Nathan’s Famous® below to learn how to whip up your family’s new go-to weeknight dinner.

Total Time Skill Level Servings
1 hr Beginner 6

Ingredients

Nathan’s Famous® Skinless Beef Franks 1 pkg(s)
Bag frozen tater tots 32 oz.
Olive oil 1 Tbsp.
Taco seasoning 1 Tbsp.
Can black beans, drained and rinsed 15 oz.
Fresh or frozen corn kernels, thawed if frozen 1 cup(s)
Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup(s)
Monterey jack cheese, shredded 1 cup(s)
Cherry tomatoes, quartered 1 cup(s)
Small red onion, finely chopped 1/2 whole
Large jalapeno, sliced thin 1 whole
Sour cream, for serving As needed
Lime wedges, for serving As needed
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Instructions

  1. Pre-heat oven to 400°F. Spread tater tots onto a rimmed baking sheet and bake for a half hour.
  2. Meanwhile, slice hot dogs into 1/2″ coins. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced hot dogs and taco seasoning. Cook, stirring frequently, until hot dogs turn golden brown, about five minutes.
  3. Scatter hot dogs over crisp tater tots and top with black beans, corn, and cheeses. Bake for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  4. Top with tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno and cilantro. Serve with sour cream and lime wedges.

Tips to Stretch Your Dollar

Save a portion of tots and Nathan’s Famous® Skinless Beef Franks to create a mouthwatering hash loaded with roasted veggies and hot dogs for brunch the following day. Chop up peppers, onions, carrots and hot dogs then toss them into a pan with tater tots and simple seasonings (salt, pepper and paprika). Bake for 45 minutes at 400°F.

In need of more inspiration for your next family meal? Smithfield Foods’ large portfolio of products, including Smithfield® Bacon, Nathan’s Famous® Beef Franks and Eckrich® Smoked Sausage, can meet your household’s needs for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snack time. 

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