I judge culinary competitions for a living. Here are 10 of my favorite things to make in the air fryer.

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• As a culinary judge, I turn to air-frying snacks and some meals because it's faster.
• I like to make light bites and snacks in my air fryer, like samosas and tater tots.
• I also reheat meals like pizza or spice up seemingly mundane foods like toast.

There are a few snacks and meals I love to make in the air fryer.The newer, countertop air fryers have some advantages over old versions.