Loaded Broccoli Soup

Its a satisfying bowl of goodness, perfect for cold days or when you crave something comforting. This hearty soup blends tender broccoli stems and florets in a creamy, flavorful base, thickened with potato. To make it vegetarian, skip the bacon and use vegetable broth in place of the chicken broth. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 313 words · Kenneth Johnson

Loaded Broccoli Steaks

Place a large rimmed baking sheet in the oven; let warm for 10 minutes. (Reserve the remaining broccoli for another use.) Place the steaks on the preheated baking sheet. Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jasmine Smith, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser Brush both sides with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with 14 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Roast, flipping once, until the broccoli is tender-crisp and charred in spots, 25 to 30 minutes....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 167 words · Sara Knapp

Loaded Cabbage Steaks

Roast any extra cabbage you may have separately, or store it and save it for another use. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. Remove and discard any damaged outer leaves from cabbage. Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist: Tucker Vines Slice the cabbage vertically into 4 (3/4-inch) steaks. Brush both sides of the cabbage steaks with oil; transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle both sides evenly with 1/2 teaspoon each garlic powder and pepper....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 230 words · Theresa Weber

Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

You’ll never want to eat roasted cauliflower any other way once you try this tasty recipe. Place bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate and let cool. Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Kay Clarke, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall (Reserve the drippings in the pan.) Combine cauliflower, pepper, salt and the bacon drippings in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 189 words · Anthony Peterson

Loaded Cauliflower Salad

Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon fat. Chop the bacon when cool enough to handle. Photo:Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Annie Probst Add cauliflower, cheese, onion, parsley and the chopped bacon. Stir to coat with the dressing. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Annie Probst (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 83 words · Jay King

Loaded Chicken-Quinoa Salad

Top with avocado, feta and sunflower seeds. To make ahead Assemble recipe, cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 42 words · Thomas Bell

Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

This crowd-pleasing mashed potato casserole is made for entertaining. you might prep it ahead of time and pop it in the oven when youre ready to eat. Waxy Yukon Gold potatoes yield a creamier texture than more starchy russets. Photo:Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Dash) 1/2teaspoonsalt 1/4teaspoonpepper 2tablespoonswater 3slicesbacon, cooked and crumbled Directions Preheat oven to 350F. Place potatoes in a large pot. Add cold water to completely cover the potatoes....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 399 words · Robert Cowan

Loaded Sheet-Pan Nachos

Add bell pepper, onion and salt; cook, stirring, until just tender, about 3 minutes. Layer half the chips in a single layer on a sheet pan. Top with about half of the cooked vegetables and about 1/3 of the cheese. Scatter the remaining chips on top of the first layer. Sprinkle with the remaining cooked vegetables, cheese and jalapenos (if using). Bake until the cheese is melted and just starting to turn golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Heather Scott

Loaded Smashed Brussels Sprouts

Serve them as a fun side dish or a party appetizer. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Greg Dupree Add Brussels sprouts and cook just until tender when pierced with a fork, about 10 minutes. Drain the sprouts and transfer to the prepared ice bath. Let stand until cool enough to handle, about 5 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a clean kitchen towel....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 191 words · Matthew Cannon

Loaded Sweet Potato Casserole

Arrange sweet potatoes in an even layer in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and bake for 15 minutes. Photo: Photography / Brie Passano, Styling / Sammy Mila / Holly Raibikis Uncover and bake, stirring occasionally, until tender, 35 to 40 minutes. When the sweet potatoes are tender, stir in 1 cup cheese and half the scallions. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup cheese....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · Kathleen Chavez

Loaded Twice-Baked Potatoes

Add a tossed salad and you have a healthy and hearty meal that will leave you feeling good. Meanwhile, brown meat in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Drain the broccoli; add to the meat. Carefully cut off the top third of the cooked potatoes; reserve the tops for another use. Scoop out the insides into a medium bowl. Place the potato shells in a small baking dish....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 190 words · Dr. Michelle Galvan

Loaded Vegetable Quiche

This tender vegetable quiche is packed with produce, including onions, spinach and mushrooms. The Parmesan does double duty, providing cheesiness as well as saltiness. Sliced tomatoes make a lovely topping. Will Dickey Thaw pie crust for 10 minutes. Lightly prick bottom and sides of the crust with a fork. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375F. Place tomato slices on a paper-towel-lined plate and cover with another paper towel....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 244 words · Linda Moore

Loaded Zucchini Bites

These low-carb zucchini bites have all the toppings of a loaded baked potato, without the potato! Lightly coat a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Arrange zucchini rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Photo: Brie Passano Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake on the upper rack until just tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven. Turn broiler to high. Evenly top the zucchini with cheese....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 103 words · Sarah Allen