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With Labor Day around the corner, it's always helpful to have a few big-batch recipes on hand. Whether you're hosting guests, packing for a potluck or just need some extra servings to last you through the long weekend, these easy crowd-pleasers have you covered.
It wouldn't be a holiday gathering without getting out the slow cooker, and pulled pork is perfect for the occasion. It can be made two days ahead, feeds up to 10 and tastes delicious piled high on a bun. Stocking the fridge with boozy beverages? Put a bottle aside to make flavorful hard cider-braised chicken thighs — best served family-style. Or if you'd rather level up your pasta bake, we have two words: rigatoni pie. It looks impressive but is as simple as standing noodles upright in a springform pan. Finally, say goodbye to summer with one last grilled Caesar salad and say hello to fall with apple pie bars for dessert.
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What to cook this week
No need to shy away from pork shoulder when deciding what protein to make for the week. Casey Barber's slow cooker recipe simmers on low for eight hours and comes out fall-apart tender.
The start of apple season is the perfect time to make this platter from Melissa Knific. You'll use the fall fruit in the braise (pass the hard cider!) and then add some fresh slices to simmer at the end.
Checka Ciammaichelli wasn't kidding when she said her rigatoni pie was easy to make. You can even save time by using store-bought sauce — just pour it over the pasta and bake until golden brown.
The romaine lettuce, lemon halves and baguette slices all take a turn on the grill with Casey Barber's recipe. It adds a smoky flavor to the salad that will have you coming back for seconds (and thirds).
No fussy pie crusts here! Just one dough that doubles as the bottom layer and streusel topping. These bars from Kayla Hoang are delicious right out of the oven or wrapped up for a treat on the go.
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