Dinner

Forget Everything You Thought You Knew About Pizza Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s have a real talk for a second. You know that feeling when a regular slice of pizza just… doesn’t hit the spot? When you’re craving something with more oomph, more substance, something that feels like a warm, cheesy, tomato-y hug in a pan? That, my friends, is a deep dish kind of night. Now, I know what you might be thinking. “Jackson, deep dish pizza seems… intense. It’s a project.” And you know what? You’re right. This isn’t a 30-minute throw-together meal. This is … Learn more

Who Needs Pasta? Welcome to Your New Favorite Comfort Food Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s get real for a second. We all have those days where only a big, steaming bowl of creamy, cheesy, soul-warming Alfredo will do. But sometimes, you want that cozy comfort without the heavy, post-dinner nap that a pound of pasta can bring. Am I right? That’s exactly why I’m so pumped to share this recipe with you today. We’re taking everything we love about classic Alfredo—the luxurious sauce, the garlicky aroma, the sheer indulgence—and giving it a fresh, veggie-forward, low-carb twist. We’re … Learn more

Let’s Make a Meatloaf Worth Getting Excited About Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s talk about a dish that sometimes gets a bad rap, but when it’s done right? It’s an absolute showstopper. I’m talking about classic meatloaf. Not the dry, crumbly, sad-looking loaf you might be picturing. I’m talking about a juicy, deeply flavorful, tender masterpiece, topped with a sticky-sweet glaze that caramelizes into a gorgeous, crackly crust. This is the kind of food I built Food Meld on. It’s bold, comforting, and packed with the kind of flavor that makes you close your eyes and just … Learn more

Garlic Butter Shrimp Linguine: Your New Go-To for “Wow” Factor Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s talk about that moment. You know the one. You’re staring into the fridge or scrolling through a million recipes, and you just need that one dish. The one that feels a little fancy, tastes like a million bucks, but doesn’t require a culinary degree or an entire afternoon to pull off. You want something that’ll make your kitchen smell incredible and have everyone asking, “Is that for us?” Well, pull up a chair and get your skillet ready, because this Garlic Butter … Learn more

Forget Fancy Restaurants: This Truffle Mac & Cheese is Your New Date Night Secret Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s be real for a second. We all have that one dish that feels like a warm hug. For me, it’s always been mac and cheese. It’s the ultimate comfort food, the culinary equivalent of your favorite worn-in hoodie. But what happens when you take that cozy classic and give it a serious glow-up? What happens when you invite a little luxury to the party? You get this. This Truffle Mac & Cheese with Crispy Prosciutto is not just … Learn more

Ditch the Dishes, Embrace the Flavor: Your New Favorite Skillet Dinner is Here Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s talk about a universal truth: we all want a dinner that feels like a warm hug but tastes like a burst of sunshine, right? Something that doesn’t leave you staring at a mountain of pots and pans afterward, wondering where your evening went. I’m a firm believer that the best meals are the ones that bring maximum joy with minimum fuss, and that’s exactly the spirit behind this recipe. Today, we’re making my One-Pot Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo. This … Learn more

Gnocchi French Onion Bake: Your New Favorite Cozy Comfort Food Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s talk about that magical moment when a recipe just clicks. You know the one—where you take a first bite, close your eyes, and think, “Yep. This is it. This is the good stuff.” That’s the exact feeling I’m chasing every time I step into the kitchen, and it’s the feeling I want to bottle up and deliver straight to your dinner table. We all have our go-to comfort foods. For me, a steaming bowl of French Onion Soup has always been a … Learn more

Your New Go-To Comfort Food is 20 Minutes Away Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s talk about one of life’s great truths: some nights, you just need a big, comforting bowl of carbs and cheese. You’ve had one of those days. The clock is ticking, your stomach is growling, and the siren song of takeout is getting louder. I’m here to tell you to resist it, because I’ve got something better, faster, and honestly, more satisfying. This Garlic Butter Parmesan Gnocchi is my weeknight superhero. We’re talking little pillows of potato dough, pan-fried until they’re golden and slightly … Learn more

Ditch the Dishes, Not the Flavor: Your New Favorite One-Pan Wonder Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld. Let’s get real for a second. How many times have you stared into the fridge after a long day, willing a delicious, satisfying dinner to magically appear, only to be met with the sad reality of a mountain of pots and pans waiting for you afterward? I’ve been there more times than I can count. That’s why I’m borderline obsessed with creating one-pan meals that deliver restaurant-level flavor without the cleanup nightmare. Today, we’re making a dish that’s been on heavy rotation … Learn more

Crispy Baked Lemon Pepper Wings – Your New Go-To Party Hero Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s talk about a universal truth: nothing brings people together like a platter of seriously good chicken wings. I’m not talking about soggy, sad wings that need a pool of sauce to have any personality. I’m talking about wings that are shatteringly crispy on the outside, impossibly juicy on the inside, and coated in a flavor that makes you close your eyes and just savor the moment. That, my friends, is the magic of a perfectly executed lemon pepper wing. Now, I … Learn more