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lions head meatballs

ButcherBox Member Recipe: Lion’s Head Meatballs

Recently, ButcherBox asked our members to share their favorite recipes with a chance of one recipe being featured on Just Cook. We’re excited to highlight ButcherBox member Mindy C., and her beloved lion’s head meatball recipe below.   Growing up this dish would always appear on the dining table on…

garlic sriracha shrimp

Garlic Sriracha Shrimp with Vietnamese Noodle Salad

Here’s a refreshing salad full of bold flavors: Garlic-Sriracha grilled wild Gulf shrimp are set off by fresh herbs and a bright, tangy dressing.   Despite its long-ish ingredient list, the salad (good for lunch or dinner) is relatively quick to make. The best part? You can tailor the flavors…

bacon wrapped meatloaf bites

Bacon and Meatloaf Party Bites

Love the idea of a bacon-wrapped appetizer but looking to change it up from the usual scallops wrapped in bacon or dates wrapped in bacon? This is your recipe. Coming together in just a few minutes with ButcherBox’s pre-made meatloaf blend, these party bites pack a flavorful bite with the…

Green Goddess Steak Salad

We love a trendy dish from TikTok, including Melissa Ben-Ishay’s green goddess salad. So we decided to make our own version, featuring ribeyes, of course. The luscious, seared steak transforms the crunchy, refreshing salad into a protein-rich, satisfying meal. The dressing is our take on the classic green goddess, with…

Kale Risotto with Scallops in a bowl

Kale Risotto with Scallops

Some ingredients deserve celebration, no matter what the occasion and scallops certainly fall into that category. This scallop-studded risotto takes a few extra steps but is well worth it for a dinner party or at-home date night, to serve as a main, starter, or side. The recipe can be cut…

Spicy Caramel Chicken on a plate

Spicy Caramel Chicken

This Vietnamese-inspired dish packs a memorable flavor combination: Sweet and spicy with a touch of umami funk courtesy of the fish sauce lacing it all together. A perfect option on a weeknight, it comes together quickly and easily in a skillet.

apple sausage and beans stew

Apple Chicken Sausage Stew

This is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it meal. Use ButcherBox apple sausage as the base protein for this easy-to-make stew that is also packed with two types of beans and carrots. Perfect for a chilly evening meal, a busy weeknight dinner, or, make ahead and enjoy for lunch anytime.   Set the…

Cocoa-Spiced Pork Loin with Morello Cherry Sauce

This tenderly delicious pork dish would be a great centerpiece at your next gathering. It’s rubbed with cocoa and spices to create a mild bitterness that’s perfectly complemented by the tangy Morello cherry sauce. If you can’t find Morello cherry preserves, experiment with any type of preserves that you like…

beef stew with grains

Ancient Grains Beef Stew

This easy-to-assemble slow cooker stew is everything you want on a cold day. Hearty and heartwarming, it’s packed full of tender chunks of beef, two ultra-wholesome ancient grains, and a host of wintry root vegetables. 

al dente pasta with chicken ragu homemade

Chicken Thigh Ragu

A slow-cooked, long-simmered pasta dinner is just right for a chilly night, but sometimes red meat in red sauce just isn’t what you’re craving. Switch it up with this decadent chicken thigh ragu, which works just as well for at-home date night as it does for family dinner.   The…

gochung spiced beef sliders

Gochujang-Braised Pulled Beef Sandwiches

Super savory, a little sweet, and a little spicy, this Korean-inspired pulled beef is quick to put together, making it a great option for make-ahead dinners when you’re working from home. Gochujang is a very popular condiment in Korea. The spicy pepper paste is fermented and made from the gochu…

Classic Chicken Parmesan on a plate

Classic Chicken Parmesan

The iconic Italian American dish makes a big impression but requires less work than you might think. After thinning the chicken breasts, create a crispy crust by pan-frying the chicken, then bake with your favorite pasta sauce (homemade or jarred) and cheese.   Hearty and heartwarming, this chicken parm is…