Last Updated on January 31, 2026 by Daily News Staff

Take Sweetness to New Heights In the New Year

(Family Features) Whether you can’t quite give up on the holiday treats or the festivities are continuing into 2026, these Easy Lemon Blueberry Bars offer a light, fruity bite. The melted white chocolate drizzle is just what gatherings with loved ones call for. Visit Culinary.net for more delicious desserts to enjoy this year.

Easy Lemon Blueberry Bars

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”

• 1          stick butter, melted
  
• 1          box lemon cake mix
  
• 2          eggs
  
• 1/3       cup fresh blueberries
  
• 2/3       cup white chocolate chips, divided
  
• 1/3       cup chopped pecans

1. Heat oven to 350 F.
2. In bowl, combine butter, cake mix, eggs, blueberries, 1/3 cup white chocolate chips and pecans.
3. Butter 7-by-11-inch pan and spread mixture evenly into pan. Bake 30-35 minutes.
4. Let cool then melt remaining white chocolate chips and drizzle over bars.
5. Tip: If melted white chocolate chips are too thick, add a little oil before drizzling.

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(Family Features) From the pregame party to kickoff and the final whistle, game day hosts know savory snacks are the key to victory. Celebrate the big game this season with a simple yet tasty spin on a football staple with this 7-Layer Game Day Dip. Featuring layers of refried beans, mashed avocados and seasoned sour cream topped with cheese, tomatoes, scallions and black olives, you can tackle a winning spread in next to no time.

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7-Layer Game Day Dip

Recipe adapted from Love & Lemons

Prep time: 20 minutes

Servings: 12

• 1          can (16 ounces) refried beans
  
• 3/4       cup salsa
  
• 2          avocados
  
• 1          green bell pepper, finely chopped
  
• 2          tablespoons fresh lime juice
  
• 16        ounces sour cream
  
• 3          tablespoons taco seasoning
  
• 1 1/2    cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
  
• 1          tomato, diced
  
• 1          bunch scallions, chopped (optional)
  
• 1          can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced black olives, drained (optional)
  
• tortilla chips, for serving

1. In medium bowl, stir refried beans and 1/2 cup salsa. In separate medium bowl, mash avocados with remaining salsa. Add bell peppers and lime juice; stir to combine. In third medium bowl, stir sour cream and taco seasoning.
2. To assemble, spread refried bean mixture in bottom of baking dish. Spread avocado mixture evenly on top then spread sour cream mixture. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese then top with diced tomatoes.
3. Top dish with scallions and black olives, if desired. Serve with tortilla chips.

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Homecooked Chili

(Family Features) Walking in the door to the smell of homemade chili is sure to warm you up from the inside-out, but if you forgot to set up the slow cooker before heading out the door in the morning, don’t fret – a hearty bowl of beans, beef and stewed goodness can still await.

For a quick and easy version of the comfort food classic, consider this Quick Homecooked Chili that’s made in a skillet and ready in half an hour. Just brown ground beef with a chopped onion, stir in beans, tomato sauce, cubed sweet potato and a few simple seasonings and you’re well on your way to a winter warmup.

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Quick Homecooked Chili

Recipe adapted from Allrecipes

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Servings: 6

• 1          pound ground beef
  
• 1          onion, chopped
  
• 1          can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  
• 1          can (15 ounces) kidney beans
  
• 1          can (14 1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
  
• 1          can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  
• 1          sweet potato, cubed
  
•             water (optional)
  
• 1          teaspoon chili powder
  
• 1          pinch garlic powder
  
• salt, to taste
  
• pepper, to taste
  
• sour cream (optional)
  
• sliced avocado (optional)

1. In large saucepan over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until meat is browned and onion is tender, 5-7 minutes.
2. Stir in tomato sauce, kidney beans, stewed tomatoes with juices, diced tomatoes with green chilies and cubed sweet potato. Add water to reach desired consistency.
3. Season with chili powder and garlic powder. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
4. Bring to boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 15 minutes.
5. Serve with sour cream and sliced avocado, if desired.

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