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Holley in the Kitchen
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Hey, I'm Holley!
I believe that home cooking shouldn't be complicated. Whether you're a busy parent, a college student, or someone just discovering the joy of cooking, I'm here to help you create delicious meals without the stress.
What started as sharing recipes with friends has grown into a community of over 101K food lovers across platforms. My mission? To prove that anyone can cook restaurant-quality meals at home with simple ingredients and straightforward techniques.
When I'm not in the kitchen, you'll find me exploring local farmers' markets, testing new flavor combinations, or enjoying a good meal with family and friends.
Made with Love
Every recipe is tested in my home kitchen and made with ingredients you can find anywhere.
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Featured Recipes
A collection of my favorite recipes, tested and perfected in my home kitchen. Easy to follow and always delicious.
Lunch10 minutes
Holley's Southern Chicken Salad
This easy chicken salad recipe has been a staple in my family for years. It started with my mom's recipe, and over time I've made a few changes to make it exactly how I like it. It's creamy, flavorful, packed with crunch, and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or lettuce cups. The best part? It's incredibly easy to customize to your own taste.
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Dinner30 minutes
Smoked Gouda Jalapeño Mac and Cheese (The Recipe That Earned Me a Spot in the 100 Cooks Finale)
Creamy, smoky, cheesy, and loaded with crispy bacon, this Smoked Gouda Jalapeño Mac and Cheese is the recipe that earned me Best Dish during the summer cookout challenge on Food Network's 100 Cooks and secured my place in the finale. It's rich enough for holidays, easy enough for weeknight dinners, and the perfect side dish for BBQs and summer cookouts
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Breakfast20 to 22 minutes
Easy Biscuit Recipe (Only 2 Ingredients)
These easy homemade biscuits are made with just two simple ingredients for the dough and bake up soft, fluffy, and buttery every time. Whether you're making breakfast, serving dinner, or just craving a warm biscuit with jam, this foolproof recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned home cooks alike.
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Dinner35 minutes
Shrimp Lasagna Roll Ups (From Food Network's 100 Cooks)
These Shrimp Lasagna Roll Ups are filled with creamy Boursin and ricotta cheese, tender Cajun-seasoned shrimp, and topped with a rich homemade Alfredo sauce and melted mozzarella. Inspired by my most requested dish from 100 Cooks, this comforting seafood pasta is packed with flavor and perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Dinner3 to 6 hours
Crockpot Parmesan Garlic Chicken Bacon Ranch Potatoes
This Crockpot Parmesan Garlic Chicken Bacon Ranch Potatoes recipe is the ultimate comfort food! Tender chicken, buttery potatoes, creamy parmesan garlic sauce, ranch seasoning, melted mozzarella, crispy bacon, and parmesan cheese all come together in one easy slow cooker meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Dessert30 minutes + Cooling time
4-Ingredient 4th of July Cookie Cake
This 4-Ingredient 4th of July Cookie Cake is the ultimate easy patriotic dessert! Made with refrigerated sugar cookie dough, festive sprinkles, M&M's, and icing, this soft and chewy cookie cake comes together in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for Independence Day cookouts, BBQs, pool parties, and summer celebrations.
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Dinner25 to 30 min
Award-Winning Smashburger Tacos (As Seen on Food Network's 100 Cooks)
These crispy Smashburger Tacos with a cheddar cheese crust won Best One-of-a-Kind Burger on Food Network's 100 Cooks. Easy, cheesy, and unforgettable!
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Dessert20 minutes
Chocolate Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies
Chocolate Cake mix Cookies are so easy to make and it just starts with a box of cake mix! Sometimes, cookies from total scratch is just not a thing.... so that is when these cookies make it to the table and don't last long!
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Lunch10 to 15 minutes
Muffuletta Sandwich
This authentic-inspired New Orleans Muffuletta Sandwich is loaded with layers of Italian meats, cheeses, and a tangy homemade olive salad. Whether you enjoy it the traditional way or toasted, this hearty sandwich is perfect for game days, parties, lunches, and make-ahead meals.
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Breakfast5 min
How to Cook Bacon in the Microwave (Crispy Bacon in 5 Minutes)
Skip the splatter and the skillet! This microwave bacon method gives you crispy bacon in just minutes with almost no cleanup. Perfect for busy mornings, quick recipes, or when you only need a few slices
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Dinner45 min
Jalapeno Popper Chicken
This Jalapeño Popper Chicken is stuffed with a creamy cheddar-jalapeño filling, wrapped in bacon, and baked until juicy and delicious. It's an easy, flavor-packed dinner that feels restaurant-worthy but comes together with simple ingredients.
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Breakfast12 minutes
Sunny Side up Egg Avocado Toast
The avocado toast that started it all! This is the beautiful sunny side up egg toast I made on Episode 1 of 100 Cooks. It's simple, packed with flavor, and comes together in just a few minutes for the perfect breakfast, brunch, or light lunch.
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Recipe Collections
Themed groups of recipes, perfect for meal planning or finding inspiration.
Week 7: Meals to cook this week
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100 Cooks Themed Recipes
Themed Recipes from 100 Cooks Show on Food Network 1) Egg Dish - Make it in 20 minutes 2) Rotisserie Chicken Challenge - 30 minutes 3) Noodle Challenge - 30 minutes Each recipe has a video that goes with it to join in on the fun! Hope you love these recipes!
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Week 6: Meals to cook this week
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