Colorado Animal Style Smash Burgers

Lucas Murdock

These classic animal style smash burgers feature crispy edged beef patties, melty American cheese, slow caramelized onions, tangy house burger sauce, and fresh lettuce, tomato, and pickles,all stacked on toasted brioche buns. It’s rich, messy, and packed with bold burger joint flavor. The signature combination of mustard seared patties, caramelized onions, and special sauce is what gives animal style burgers their iconic flavor. Now your go to burger! Enjoy!

Serves: 3–4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
Total Time: ~50–60 minutes

Thai Coconut Pork Noodle Soup

Lucas Murdock

This comforting Thai inspired coconut soup is rich, fragrant, and layered with bright aromatics. Ground pork simmers in a silky coconut broth made with chicken, vegetable, and mushroom stock, then gets finished with noodles, fresh herbs, a little purple cabbage, and sliced serrano for a fresh pop of heat. Inspired by the coconut curry style of the original dish, but adapted into a heartier pork version.

Serves: 3–4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: ~35 minutes

Crunchy Citrus Chicken Power Salad

Lucas Murdock

This salad is a celebration of color, crunch, and flavor! Juicy, herb marinated chicken breast sits atop a mix of leafy greens, roasted sweet potatoes, citrus segments, and crunchy seeds, all tossed in a zesty citrus vinaigrette. It’s fun, healthy, and perfect for a nutrient-packed lunch or dinner.

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Sweet & Savory Glazed Salmon With Garlic Rice & Veggies

Lucas Murdock

This sweet and savory soy glazed salmon is pan seared until caramelized and served over fragrant garlic rice with crisp veggies and fresh toppings. Balanced with a touch of heat and brightness, it’s a quick, satisfying meal packed with bold flavor.

Serves: 2–3
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes

Chipotle Cod Tacos With Cherry Salsa

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These fresh and vibrant fish tacos feature smoky chipotle marinated cod grilled to perfection and topped with a bright, sweet cherry salsa. Wrapped in warm corn tortillas, this dish is bold, citrusy, and perfect for a light yet flavorful meal.

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ marinade time)
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour 25 minutes

Homemade Hamburger Helper

Lucas Murdock

This one pot cheesy beef and pasta skillet is a homemade take on the classic comfort favorite hamburger helper. Made with seasoned grass-fed ground beef, tender pasta, and a rich cheddar sauce, it’s simple, hearty, and packed with nostalgic flavor, and ready in about 30 minutes. The whole family will love it! Enjoy!

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes