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Add this beautiful jewel toned side to your holiday menu!  Cranberry sauce with roasted grapes, apples, and shallots provides a burst of flavor, both sweet and savory, that is unforgettable. 

Cranberry Sauce with Roasted Grapes, Apples, and Shallots
November 11, 2019
This list of more than 10 easy and delicious chicken marinades recipes will save you from boring chicken all year.

Chicken Marinades (8 recipes!)
May 8, 2019
Image of jar of homemade bbq sauce recipe plus a brush with bbq sauce on it. Wood background.

BBQ Sauce Recipe – easy homemade barbecue sauce
April 22, 2019
This roasted acorn squash is served with a spiced yogurt sauce that you're going to find absolutely irresistible! It's a great way to switch up things from plain ol' acorn squash!

Roasted Acorn Squash with Spiced Yogurt Sauce
October 11, 2018
This zesty and flavorful tequila lime chicken marinade is reminiscent of a margarita and perfect for making grilled chicken for fajitas. You're going to love it!

Tequila Lime Chicken Marinade
September 17, 2018
Balsamic Reduction is a simple sauce that can elevate a dish to the next level, and it's so easy to make at home! It only takes one ingredient and just a little time to create this sweet, tangy, syrupy sauce. 

Balsamic Reduction – How to Make Balsamic Glaze | with video
May 24, 2018
An easy cheese sauce recipe is a must-have in your cooking tool box! Perfect for nachos, baked potatoes, pouring over vegetables, or as a macaroni and cheese base, you're going to love this versatile recipe! 

Easy Cheese Sauce (Microwave & Stovetop Directions) | with video
May 14, 2018
This balsamic chicken marinade is made using all ingredients you probably have on hand. It will become a favorite for both grilling and cooking in the oven! Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Balsamic Chicken Marinade Recipe – with video
September 6, 2017
Switch up your pesto game with this arugula pesto. It's great on pasta, pizza, and so much more!  Get the pesto recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Arugula Pesto Recipe – Nut Free
July 31, 2017
Fresh tomato cream sauce tossed with angel hair pasta is the perfect spring and summer pasta. It's easy to make and is the perfect side next to grilled chicken or fish. Get the easy pasta recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Fresh Tomato Cream Sauce with Angel Hair Pasta (Pink Pasta)
April 5, 2017
Beer marinated chicken thighs scream SUMMER loud and clear. The subtle taste of the beer in every bite of the chicken will have everyone singing your praises. Get the easy summer grilling recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Beer Marinated Chicken Thighs
July 14, 2016
A unique twist on pesto, this beautiful orange carrot pesto is a perfect quick and easy pasta dish. Serve up some grilled chicken with it for a perfect complete meal! Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Carrot Pesto Recipe
June 15, 2016
Summer at its best, this BBQ bourbon grilled chicken is marinated until flavorful and tender and then stuffed with peppers, onions and cheese. Get the easy summer recipe on RachelCooks.com!

BBQ Bourbon Grilled Chicken Stuffed with Peppers and Onions
May 25, 2016
These easy chicken cordon bleu kabobs are a super fun take on the traditional combination of chicken with ham. The swiss cheese dipping sauce will keep you coming back for more. Get the recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Kabobs with Swiss Cheese Dip – with Video
February 26, 2016
Kick your cranberry sauce game up a notch with this flavorful orange cranberry sauce with cardamom! People will be asking what your secret ingredient is. Get the recipe that's perfect for Thanksgiving on RachelCooks.com!

Orange Cranberry Sauce with Cardamom
November 18, 2015
Don't settle for cranberry sauce from a can - this flavorful cinnamon apple cranberry sauce is super simple to make and can even be made a day or two in advance! Get the easy Thanksgiving recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Easy Cinnamon Apple Cranberry Sauce
November 11, 2015
This two ingredient cranberry salsa will be the hit of the dip table at your next party - and it takes less than five minutes to make! Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Cranberry Salsa – Easy, only Two Ingredients!
October 26, 2015
This Greek Marinade for Grilled Chicken is flavorful and made with pantry staples - don't grill plain chicken ever again. Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Greek Style Chicken Marinade – perfect for grilling!
August 5, 2015
Skinny Alfredo Sauce made with Cauliflower - get the recipe on RachelCooks.com

Skinny Alfredo Sauce made with Cauliflower
March 4, 2015
Turkey Tenders with Cranberry Barbecue Dipping Sauce on RachelCooks.com

Turkey Tenders with Cranberry Barbecue Dipping Sauce
November 17, 2014
DIY Enchilada Pasta Bar - RachelCooks.com

Creamy Enchilada Sauce Recipe and DIY Pasta Bar
August 13, 2014
Tahini Sauce on RachelCooks.com

Tahini Sauce Recipe – 3 Ingredients
July 29, 2014
This chicken has a unique blueberry chipotle sauce that is the perfect blend of spicy and sweet. Get the recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Chicken with Blueberry Chipotle Sauce Recipe
July 19, 2013

Homemade Pizza Sauce
May 15, 2013

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