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Inspired by a pregnancy craving for In-N-Out, @cookinginthemidwest creates these incredible "Animal Style" burritos. They're loaded with mustard-grilled smash burger patties, caramelized onions, french fries, American cheese, and a special burger sauce, all wrapped in a tortilla and grilled until golden.
As shown by @cookinginthemidwest, these super easy Marry Me Chicken Sandwiches are made right in the slow cooker. Tender shredded chicken is mixed with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and seasonings, then made creamy with cream cheese and mozzarella for a delicious and simple weeknight meal.
@cookinginthemidwest creates a crave-worthy smash burger burrito, loading a flour tortilla with chopped smash burger patties, crinkle-cut fries, caramelized onions, American cheese, and a creamy burger sauce, all toasted on a griddle.
These easy and delicious Jalapeño Popper Tacos from @cookinginthemidwest are loaded with seasoned chicken, spicy jalapeños, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese, all topped with a creamy jalapeño popper dip.
@cookinginthemidwest shares a simple and delicious sheet pan dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Chicken tenders, smoked sausage, baby potatoes, and broccoli are roasted together and finished with a flavorful parmesan garlic sauce.
Creator @cookinginthemidwest shares an incredibly simple 3-ingredient apple dump cake. Made with apple pie filling, cinnamon coffee cake mix, and butter, this dessert is perfect for summer parties and can be baked in an oven or on a smoker.
A super simple and cheesy pasta casserole made with chicken, bacon, and ranch seasoning. This easy weeknight meal comes together quickly by combining cooked pasta, chicken, and bacon with jarred alfredo sauce and a packet of ranch mix, then baking until bubbly.
Creator @cookinginthemidwest shares a flavorful meal of crispy garlic parmesan chicken paired with a vibrant vegetable and cheese tortellini side. This easy-to-make dish comes together quickly on the griddle for a perfect weeknight dinner.
A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring seasoned ground beef, rice, beans, and corn, all simmered together and topped with a generous layer of melted cheese. Perfect for a weeknight dinner and makes great leftovers.
This easy slow cooker recipe from @cookinginthemidwest brings together frozen meatballs, a creamy mushroom sauce, and egg noodles for a comforting and family-friendly meal. It's a simple dump-and-go dish perfect for a busy weeknight.
@cookinginthemidwest shares a simple and delicious sheet pan dinner featuring a teriyaki pork tenderloin roasted with broccoli, bell peppers, onion, and pineapple. The dish is finished with a sweet onion teriyaki glaze and served over rice for an easy weeknight meal.
From @cookinginthemidwest, this one-pan Cheesy Italian Sausage and Rice Skillet is a budget-friendly weeknight meal that's ready in under 30 minutes. It combines savory sausage, rice, and a rich tomato sauce, all topped with gooey melted mozzarella.
@cookinginthemidwest shares a super easy recipe for BBQ chicken sandwiches made in a slow cooker. Tender, shredded chicken is simmered in a savory BBQ sauce with onions and spices, then piled onto toasted buns with cheese and crispy bacon for a delicious, kid-approved meal.
@cookinginthemidwest shares a fun and easy dessert recipe that transforms a classic Snickers salad into a delicious poke cake. A vanilla cake is infused with Snickers-flavored pudding and caramel, then topped with whipped topping, more caramel, tart green apples, and chopped Snickers bars.
@cookinginthemidwest shares a super easy recipe for a sweet and salty patriotic snack mix, perfect for the 4th of July. It features Chex cereal, Bugles, and pretzels coated in a brown sugar butter sauce, baked until crisp, and then tossed with red, white, and blue candies, white chocolate chips, and marshmallows.
These fall-off-the-bone, sweet and savory baby back ribs are smoked to perfection. A multi-step process involving a dry rub, a spritz of cherry coke, and a sweet wrap of butter, brown sugar, and honey results in incredibly tender and flavorful ribs.
@cookinginthemidwest shares a recipe for a cheesy, one-pan taco casserole. This easy weeknight meal combines seasoned ground beef, corn, and cheese, all topped with a crunchy layer of crushed nacho cheese tortilla chips.
@cookinginthemidwest shares a simple and satisfying sheet pan chicken teriyaki recipe, perfect for a busy weeknight. Bite-sized chicken and fresh vegetables are seasoned and roasted on a single pan, then served over rice for a complete meal.
A quick and easy weeknight meal from @cookinginthemidwest. This Bacon Cheeseburger Potato Skillet features crispy air-fried potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and is loaded with melted cheddar cheese and bacon for a delicious one-pan dinner.
As shared by @cookinginthemidwest, this one-pan beef and macaroni skillet is a budget-friendly and family-approved weeknight dinner. Ground beef, macaroni, and a savory tomato sauce come together with melted cheddar for a comforting and easy meal.
Creator @cookinginthemidwest shares a festive and easy recipe for a patriotic snack mix. This sweet and salty treat combines Chex cereal, Bugles, and pretzels, all coated in a buttery brown sugar glaze and baked to perfection. It's finished with red, white, and blue M&M's, white chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows for a perfect party snack.
Tender, slow-cooked shredded beef is piled onto toasted sub rolls, topped with melted pepper jack cheese, crispy onions, and a drizzle of steak sauce for the ultimate comfort food sandwich.
@cookinginthemidwest shares a quick and easy recipe for Cheesy BBQ Chicken Sandwiches. Thinly sliced chicken breast and red onion are cooked on a griddle, tossed in barbecue sauce, and topped with a generous amount of melted Colby Jack cheese, all served on toasted sub rolls.
@cookinginthemidwest shares a budget-friendly and customizable recipe for a Philly Cheesesteak Potato Skillet. Crispy air-fried potatoes are combined with thinly sliced ribeye, sautéed peppers and onions, and topped with plenty of melted cheese for a hearty and satisfying meal.
At a Glance
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Luke Brown's honest takes on local restaurants and food spots
“The taco rice is a family hit and provides great leftovers.”
“Showcases easy, family-friendly, and 'picky kid approved' meals.”
“The family loved the meals, especially the grinder subs, teriyaki steak, and the chicken pot pie which was a hit with the kids.”
“The BBQ Cheeseburger Sliders were mentioned as the favorite meal of the week.”
“Creator calls the 'Dirty Fried Burritos' a family favorite.”
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