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6 Easy Big Batch Cocktails Perfect for BBQs, Graduation Parties, Summer Potlucks & More | Allrecipes

Searching for easy, crowd-pleasing cocktails that keep the party going with minimal effort? In this video, Nicole shares six big batch cocktail recipes that are simple to make, super refreshing, and perfect for summer gatherings, BBQs, or lazy weekends with friends. From a classic Lemon Drop to a fun twist on a Cosmopolitan made freezer-style, these drinks are designed for maximum flavor with minimal fuss. Nicole also mixes up a vibrant Watermelon Mojito, a bittersweet Italian Greyhound, and a boozy Arnold Palmer that's dangerously sippable. Whether you're hosting or just want to stock your fridge with something special, these cocktails are sure to impress. Each recipe is easy to scale, easy to make ahead, and guaranteed to keep the good times flowing. Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction 0:35 – Lemon Drop 3:21 – Margarita 6:37 – Freezer Door Strawberry Cosmopolitan 10:59 – Watermelon Mojito 14:08 – Italian Greyhound 16:07 – Boozy Arnold Palmer #EasyCocktails #BigBatchCocktails #PartyDrinks #SummerCocktails #YouCanCookThat #CocktailRecipes #Allrecipes #AllrecipesYouTube #MakeAheadDrinks #EntertainingIdeas Get the recipes here: Lemon Drop: https://www.allrecipes.com/big-batch-freezer-lemon-drop-martinis-recipe-8683079 Margarita: https://www.allrecipes.com/big-batch-freezer-margaritas-recipe-11710790 Freezer Door Strawberry Cosmopolitan: https://www.allrecipes.com/big-batch-freezer-strawberry-cosmopolitans-recipe-11733218 Watermelon Mojito: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/272987/watermelon-mojitos/ Italian Greyhound: https://www.allrecipes.com/big-batch-italian-greyhound-cocktail-recipe-11733271 Boozy Arnold Palmer: https://www.allrecipes.com/big-batch-spiked-arnold-palmers-recipe-11733281 _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

How to Make a Michigan Olive Burger

Only a northern state would think to combine burgers and olives together into a single meal. In this video, Nicole recreates a Michigan-famous olive burger recipe with a creamy and briny olive sauce! With the sauce covering both buns and the cheesy patty, this burger has a sweet, tangy, and salty taste that is sure to win everyone’s taste buds over.

Crispy Sheet Pan Tacos

This baked sheet pan recipe is like the perfect marriage of a taco, quesadilla, and a taquito. In this video, Nicole makes crispy sheet tray tacos with refried beans and ground beef! After rolling the ingredients inside of the tortillas, coat the tacos in oil before baking in the oven. They’re easy-to-make and will elevate any taco dinner night!

5 Easy Desserts Anyone Can Make (Peach Cobbler Dump Cake, Ice Cream Sandwich Cake & More!)

Looking for easy, crowd-pleasing desserts that practically make themselves? In this video, Nicole shares five ridiculously simple sweet treats that are big on flavor and low on effort—perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or last-minute cravings. From a classic Peach Cobbler Dump Cake to a nostalgic Ice Cream Sandwich Cake, these no-fuss recipes are rich, comforting, and made with minimal ingredients. Nicole also whips up chewy Peanut Butter Bars, creamy Lemon Cream Cheese Bars, and finishes with a decadent Cherry Chocolate Dump Cake that’s impossible to resist. Each dessert comes together fast and is guaranteed to be a hit with family and friends. Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction 0:26 – Peach Cobbler Dump Cake 2:59 – Ice Cream Sandwich Cake 5:03 – Peanut Butter Bars 7:14 – Lemon Cream Cheese Bars 9:55 – Cherry Chocolate Dump Cake #EasyDesserts #DumpCake #YouCanCookThat #Allrecipes #NoBakeDesserts #BakingMadeEasy #DessertIdeas #SweetTreats #AllrecipesYouTube Get the recipes here: Peach Cobbler Dump Cake: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/7987/peach-cobbler-dump-cake-i/ Ice Cream Sandwich Cake: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/232742/ice-cream-sandwich-cake/ Peanut Butter Bars: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/9999/peanut-butter-bars-i/ Lemon Cream Cheese Bars: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/237181/lemon-cream-cheese-bars/ Cherry Chocolate Dump Cake: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/277007/chocolate-cherry-dump-cake/ _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

No-Bake Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars

Is this no-bake dessert better than a Reese’s cup? Nicole thinks so! In this video, she makes the school cafeteria-famous peanut butter bars with a melted chocolate topping. Not only are these chilled sweet treats loaded with rich peanut butter-chocolate taste, they come together so easily with common pantry items.

5 Easy Summer Crockpot Dinners (No Oven Needed!) | Allrecipes

Looking for easy, no-oven dinners to keep your kitchen cool this summer? In this video, Nicole shares five simple and satisfying slow cooker meals that are perfect for hot days when you don’t want to turn on the stove. These set-it-and-forget-it recipes are packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights. Nicole walks you through each dish step-by-step, from tangy pulled pork to zesty cilantro lime chicken tacos, hearty cowboy casserole, and more. These recipes come together with minimal effort and deliver maximum comfort—without heating up your kitchen. Whether you're feeding the family or meal prepping for the week, these summer slow cooker dinners are easy, delicious, and totally fuss-free. Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction 0:18 – Slow Cooker Pulled Pork 2:06 – Slow Cooker Jambalaya 6:17 – Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos 8:54 – Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole 12:10 – Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches Get the recipes here: Slow Cooker Pulled Pork: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/141678/slow-cooker-pulled-pork/ Slow Cooker Jambalaya: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/73634/colleens-slow-cooker-jambalaya/ Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/218863/slow-cooker-cilantro-lime-chicken/ Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole: https://www.allrecipes.com/ultimate-crockpot-cowboy-casserole-recipe-11732848 Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/176132/slow-cooker-buffalo-chicken-sandwiches/ _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

5 Must-Try Strawberry Desserts for Summer (Cheesecake Dump Cake, Glazed Pie & More)

Looking for simple, crowd-pleasing strawberry desserts that scream summer? In this video, Nicole shares five easy strawberry treats that come together fast and taste like sunshine—perfect for BBQs, picnics, or anytime you're craving something sweet and fruity. From a classic Strawberry Glazed Pie to a no-fuss Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake, these recipes are sweet, satisfying, and incredibly easy to make. Nicole also whips up a nostalgic Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream Cake, a fun twist on shortcake using glazed donuts, and a rich, dreamy Strawberry Neiman Marcus Cake to finish things off. Each recipe is bursting with berry flavor and guaranteed to be a hit all season long. Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction 0:17 – Strawberry Glazed Pie 2:35 – Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake 5:12 – Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream Cake 9:34 – Glazed Donut Strawberry Shortcake 11:20 – Strawberry Neiman Marcus Cake Get the recipes here: Strawberry Glazed Pie: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/12641/strawberry-glazed-pie/ Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake: https://www.allrecipes.com/strawberry-cheesecake-dump-cake-recipe-11730678 Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream Cake: https://www.allrecipes.com/strawberry-shortcake-ice-cream-cake-recipe-11731358 Glazed Donut Strawberry Shortcake: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/238046/glazed-doughnut-strawberry-shortcake/ Strawberry Neiman Marcus Cake: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/7869/neiman-marcus-cake-ii/ _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

I Tried Meghan Markle's Pasta Recipe

What’s cooking for dinner in the Duchess of Sussex’s kitchen? In this video, Nicole makes Meghan Markle’s pasta recipe using an unusual method for preparing the pasta noodles and sauce. The raw strands of pasta are cooked together with cherry tomatoes and olive oil, which gives the pasta water more starch for a creamier sauce. With added fresh greens, this is a delicious meal to enjoy in the summer.

5 Easy Hawaiian Roll Sliders You Need to Try (Cowboy Sliders, Chopped Grinders & More) | Allrecipes

Searching for quick and crowd-pleasing party food? In this video, Nicole shares five ridiculously easy Hawaiian roll sliders—each made with just 5 ingredients (plus the rolls!)—that are perfect for game days, potlucks, or weeknight dinners when you want maximum flavor with minimal effort. From sweet and smoky Cowboy Sliders to tangy, crunchy Chopped Grinder Sliders, each recipe is layered with big flavor and built for sharing. Nicole also whips up comforting Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders, cheesy, melty Roast Beef Sliders, and even a Strawberry Cheesecake Slider that turns the beloved rolls into a quick dessert. These sliders come together fast, feed a crowd, and will definitely be on repeat in your kitchen. Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction 0:21 – Cowboy Sliders 2:48 – Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders 4:57 – Chopped Grinder Sliders 6:58 – Cheesy Roast Beef Sliders 9:00 – Strawberry Cheesecake Sliders Get the recipes here: Cowboy Sliders: https://www.allrecipes.com/cowboy-sliders-recipe-11722594 Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders: https://www.allrecipes.com/chicken-bacon-ranch-sliders-recipe-8406817 Chopped Grinder Sliders: https://www.allrecipes.com/chopped-grinder-sliders-recipe-11697213 Cheesy Roast Beef Sliders: https://www.allrecipes.com/roast-beef-and-cheddar-sliders-recipe-8650250 Strawberry Cheesecake Sliders: https://www.allrecipes.com/strawberry-cheesecake-sliders-recipe-11726780 _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

How to Make Fast Food Sauces At Home (Chick-Fil-A, Raising Cane's, McDonald's & More) | Allrecipes

Craving your favorite fast food sauces without the drive-thru? In this video, Nicole shows you how to recreate six iconic sauces from popular chains—right in your own kitchen! From creamy, tangy, and smoky to bold and sweet, these homemade versions deliver all the flavor with simple pantry ingredients. She kicks things off with the internet-famous Chick-fil-A Sauce, then whips up the ultra-creamy Wingstop Ranch that’s perfect for wings, veggies, or just about anything. Next, Nicole mixes up the zesty, peppery magic of Raising Cane’s Sauce before tackling McDonald’s spicy-sweet Hot Mustard (it’s back—but this time, it’s DIY). Then it’s time for Chick-fil-A’s sweet and tangy Polynesian Sauce, followed by a bonus second Chick-fil-A sauce hack using a slightly different method. Timecodes: 0:00 – Introduction 0:17 – Chick-fil-A Sauce 2:12 – Wingstop Ranch 4:49 – Raising Cane’s Sauce 6:32 – McDonald’s Hot Mustard 9:57 – Chick-fil-A Polynesian Sauce These copycat recipes are fast, fun, and spot-on. Whether you're hosting game night, meal prepping, or just dipping fries solo, these sauces will upgrade everything. Don’t forget to hit subscribe for more crave-worthy kitchen experiments! Get the recipes here: Chick-fil-A Sauce: https://www.allrecipes.com/copycat-chick-fil-a-sauce-recipe-11717985 Wingstop Ranch: https://www.allrecipes.com/copycat-wingstop-ranch-recipe-11714770 Raising Cane’s Sauce: https://www.allrecipes.com/copycat-raising-canes-sauce-recipe-8304219 McDonald’s Hot Mustard: https://www.allrecipes.com/copycat-hot-mustard-recipe-11714702 Chick-fil-A Polynesian Sauce: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/283063/copycat-polynesian-sauce/ _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes