Hey friends!

I got a great email from a reader after I shared my Orange Chicken recipe yesterday, and I thought this idea was too good not to pass along!

She had a few bags of frozen Perdue chicken nuggets hanging out in the freezer and decided to try them with the orange sauce. While the nuggets baked in the oven, she mixed up the sauce using Smucker's Orange Marmalade, low-sodium soy sauce, and Ray's Original BBQ Sauce. As soon as the nuggets came out hot and crispy, she tossed them in the sauce.

Her verdict? It was a quick and easy dinner that satisfied the orange chicken craving without any extra fuss.

Loved that tip, thank you Sue!

Now I'm curious... what other freezer shortcuts are hiding in our kitchens? Whether you're cooking from scratch or giving a few store-bought favorites a tasty makeover, today's recipes are packed with easy ideas to help get dinner on the table without a lot of fuss.

Snack attacks start here

​Louisiana Hot Crab Dip – Rich, creamy, and loaded with crab, this crowd-pleasing dip brings just the right amount of Southern-style heat to the snack table.

​Pickles Mushrooms – Tangy, savory, and packed with flavor, these little bites are great for snacking, charcuterie boards, or adding to salads.

​Air Fryer Onion Rings with Outback Blooming Onion Sauce – Crispy onion rings paired with a zesty dipping sauce that tastes like it came straight from your favorite steakhouse.

Kitch controversy of the week

Speaking of kitchen shortcuts, we're currently knee-deep in a lively debate over crockpot liners in the free Bowl Me Over Community. Are they a brilliant cleanup hack or completely unnecessary? Opinions are flying, and I'd love to hear yours. Come join the conversation and see what everyone has to say!

May's top recipes

Every month I like to peek behind the curtain and see which recipes everyone has been making. Some favorites hang around month after month, while others come out of nowhere and surprise me. Here are the recipes that had Bowl Me Over readers heading back for seconds in May!

​🥇 #1 Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole​
The reigning champion! All the flavors of stuffed peppers without the extra work.

​🥈 #2 Smashburger Sauce​
This tangy, creamy burger sauce continues to be a reader obsession.

​🥉 #3 Stick of Butter Chicken​
Simple ingredients, big flavor, and a dinner that practically makes itself.

​🎂 #4 Confetti Bundt Cake​
A cheerful cake that's as fun to look at as it is to eat.

​🔥 #5 Ribs on the Grill​
Tender, smoky, and a reminder that grilling season has officially arrived.

Did your favorite make the list? If not, tell me what recipe you've been making on repeat lately. I always love hearing what's cooking in your kitchen!

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If you're a fan of ASMR, you'll love this!

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Amazon finds....

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Jones has officially completed his mission and destroyed every last one of his pirate chicken squeaky toys. Not one survivor remains.

I guess it's time to place another order because he absolutely loves those ridiculous things. The second he spots one, it's game on. Squeak, squeak, squeak... followed by total destruction. Honestly, it's hard not to laugh. He looks so proud of himself every single time. 🤣

Before I go, keep those emails coming! Some of my favorite tips, shortcuts, and recipe ideas come straight from readers like you. Whether it's a clever kitchen hack, a recipe tweak, or a family favorite you've been making for years, I'd love to hear about it. Chances are good that the rest of us can learn something from it too!

Thank you and have a wonderful day. Happy cooking, talk soon! 🧡
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Deb

Deb Clark she/her | wife life | wagging tail enthusiast Recipe Wizard Extraordinaire, Bowl Me Over www.bowl-me-over.com  |  debra@bowl-me-over.com