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Golden sheet-pan lemon herb chicken with roasted potatoes and green beans NEW FROM THE RECIPE BOXSheet-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken & PotatoesA bright one-pan dinner with a smart head start for crisp potatoes.Cook this recipe →
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Signature favorites

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Three bold recipes from the current collection, each with a clear flavor idea and practical method.

Maple-bacon cornbread in a cast-iron skillet
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Maple-Bacon Cornbread Skillet

Sweet, smoky, and made for sharing.

Candied maple bacon, cast-iron edges, and honey butter turn a familiar side into a centerpiece.

45 minutesCast ironSweet + smoky
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Pickle-brined crispy chicken sandwich
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Pickle-Brined Crispy Chicken Sandwich

Tangy brine, crisp coating, cool slaw.

A focused sandwich recipe with contrasting textures and an optional spicy finish.

Make aheadCrispy chickenSpicy option
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