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A Month of Weekday Meals From Rachael Ray

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Easy Holiday Breakfasts for Guests

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Comfort Food Potluck Party

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Beach Picnic Menu

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Break out the beach blanket and snack on these recipes that make beachside feasting a breeze.
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Beach Picnic Menu

Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Side Dishes

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Pressed Picnic Sandwich

Video | 01:15
Kelsey's Pressed Picnic Sandwich is the perfect make-ahead meal-on-the-go.
Pressed Picnic Sandwich

Backyard Picnic Menu

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Pack these recipes in your picnic basket and head out the backdoor for outdoor eats conveniently close to home. 
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Backyard Picnic Menu

Make-Ahead Mexican Pork Stew

Video | 04:27
Rachael stews her Mexican pork in a nut, raisin and ancho chile puree.
Make-Ahead Mexican Pork Stew

Turkey and Stuffing Casserole

Recipe | Courtesy of Rachael Ray
Total Time:
1 hour 20 minutes
Turkey and Stuffing Casserole

Ham, Bean and Bacon Soup with Sauerkraut

Recipe | Courtesy of Rachael Ray
Total Time:
55 minutes
Ham, Bean and Bacon Soup with Sauerkraut

Make-Ahead Vegetarian Burritos

Video | 04:53
Add beans, cheese, and roasted vegetables to this freezable burrito recipe.
Make-Ahead Vegetarian Burritos

Pork, Chiles & Orange Sauce

Video | 04:16
Pork and Chilis in Orange Sauce is a delicious balance of citrus and spice.
Pork, Chiles & Orange Sauce

Spinach Lasagna

Recipe | Courtesy of Rachael Ray
Total Time:
2 hours 45 minutes
Spinach Lasagna

Tres Leche Cake

Recipe | Courtesy of Alton Brown
Total Time:
9 hours 10 minutes
Tres Leche Cake

6 Hour Tri-tip Marinade

Recipe | Courtesy of Deane Carr
Total Time:
6 hours 50 minutes
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6 Hour Tri-tip Marinade

Dinner With Grandpa

Video | 01:58
Rachael shares memories of her grandpa and describes his influence on her.
Dinner With Grandpa

Pork Ragu

Video | 04:04
Think pulled pork is just for bbq? This pasta dish will change your mind.
Pork Ragu

Creamy Fish Enchiladas

Recipe | Courtesy of Rachael Ray
Total Time:
1 hour 30 minutes
Creamy Fish Enchiladas
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