Recipes with black pepper

Klops, a Jewish-style meat loaf with whole hard-boiled eggs hidden inside ground beef mixed with grated parsnips, carrots, nutmeg, and allspice. Slices reveal a perfect egg center.

Mixed bean soup with black beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas slow-cooked with crushed tomatoes, chili powder, and garlic in the crockpot. Topped with cornmeal dumplings.

A lighter take on chicken tetrazzini using skim milk and light cream cheese instead of heavy cream. Spaghetti, mushrooms, and chicken bake in a sherry-spiked sauce under a parmesan crust.

Rich homemade beef stock from roasted marrow bones, aromatics, and herbs simmered for hours. This master chef method from Bon Appetit yields a deeply flavored base for soups, stews, and sauces.

Garden vegetarian chowder with potatoes, rutabaga, zucchini, corn, and carrots in a creamy evaporated milk broth. Hearty, no-cream soup ready in 35 minutes.

Texas-style basting sauce with butter, bacon drippings, lemon juice, Worcestershire, and chili powder. Makes 3.5 cups, enough to mop a whole 5-pound brisket through a long, slow smoke.

Feather souffle roll bakes an ethereal egg-white souffle flat in a jellyroll pan, then rolls it around a cream cheese shrimp filling with horseradish and sour cream. An elegant sliced appetizer.

Crispy-skinned chicken breasts in a tangy sherry vinegar and tomato sauce with sautéed mushrooms and fresh parsley. A Spanish-inspired skillet dinner ready in 40 minutes.

Buttermilk-marinated chicken strips get coated in sesame-studded breadcrumbs and baked until golden, served with tangy plum preserves sauce spiked with horseradish and mustard.

A light Chinese chicken noodle salad with angel hair pasta, shredded chicken breast, crisp snow peas, cucumber, and red bell pepper tossed in a teriyaki-sesame-rice vinegar dressing. Served cold or at room temperature.

Turkey breast slices rolled around a herb-bright spinach stuffing with fresh basil, thyme, and lemon zest, then seared and baked with a savory mushroom sauce. A complete lean dinner with steamed potatoes and green beans.

Sonoran-style fry bread with ground toasted cumin and black pepper kneaded right into the dough. Puffy, golden, and crispy on the outside with a soft, pillowy center.

Elegant French chicken Picardy: flattened breasts rolled with spinach, leeks, mushrooms, and shallots, baked en papillote in white wine broth, then sliced over a silky dill sauce.

Pan-seared pork chops with a sweet-tart red currant and balsamic glaze. Sage-rubbed loin chops finished in a glossy two-ingredient pan sauce.

Whole fish sauteed in coconut milk with green pepper, tomato, and celery. A Caribbean-style pescado guisado that's simple, fragrant, and ready in 30 minutes.

Spaghetti rolls are beef-stuffed manicotti with mozzarella and onion-spiked ground beef baked in marinara, swapping the usual ricotta cheese for a heartier, meat-forward filling.

Hamburger noodle soup with ground beef, wide egg noodles, mirepoix, tomatoes, and thyme in chicken broth. A budget-friendly family soup served with a dollop of sour cream.

Tagliatelle tossed with golden pan-fried pumpkin, peppery rocket, lemon zest, and a homemade roasted red pepper chili oil. A vibrant autumn pasta with serious kick.

Hunan-style chicken braised with fresh plums, Szechuan peppercorns, ginger, and sesame seeds. A spicy-sweet Chinese plum sauce forms naturally as the fruit breaks down during simmering.

Kidney bean dip blended with Dr. Pepper, sharp cheddar, green chiles, and Worcestershire, then topped with crispy bacon. A wild game day dip that actually works.

Silky, chilled crab mousse with Neufchatel cheese, yogurt, and a horseradish zing. A lighter take on the classic seafood spread that's elegant enough for any gathering.

Classic bacon quiche Lorraine with crispy bacon, sauteed onions, and sharp cheddar in a silky egg custard seasoned with nutmeg and dry mustard. Brunch or dinner, it never disappoints.

Crisp apple and walnut salad with a light curry-lemon dressing served on Boston lettuce. A no-cook, refreshing side that mixes Red Delicious and Granny Smith for sweet-tart contrast.

Pan-seared chicken thighs with toasted fennel seeds, briny olives, cherry tomatoes, and a white wine pan sauce spiked with anchovy paste. A rustic Mediterranean one-pan dinner bursting with bold, layered flavors.

Hot baked chipped beef dip with cream cheese, sour cream, green pepper, and crunchy pecans on top. A retro crowd-pleasing appetizer that's ready in 40 minutes. Serve with crackers or chips.

Rotkrautsalat is a traditional German red cabbage salad dressed with hot bacon fat, vinegar, wine, and caraway seeds. Shredded cabbage partially wilted by the warm dressing and topped with crispy crumbled bacon.

Grilled salmon over whole wheat apricot couscous topped with a lemony cilantro-yogurt sauce and toasted cashews. A healthy, high-fiber dinner bursting with color, ready in 30 minutes.

Vegetarian tamale pie layered with spiced kidney beans, corn, tomatoes, and cornmeal polenta topped with Monterey Jack cheese. Baked until bubbly and golden.

Greek stuffed tomatoes loaded with seasoned lamb, rice, fresh mint, and a splash of white wine, baked until the shells are tender and the filling is fragrant. A Mediterranean classic that brings the flavors of the Greek islands to your table.

Italian hunter's-style chicken browned and baked in tomato sauce with red wine, garlic, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Finished with Parmesan for a rustic, hearty dinner.

Louisiana-style red beans and rice with a bold spice mix and an unexpected addition of grape juice for sweetness. No meat, all flavor, cooked from dried beans.

Lentil potato burgers: oven-baked vegan patties of mashed lentils, potatoes, and whole wheat breadcrumbs with sage, thyme, and rosemary. Hearty, fiber-packed, and zero oil needed.

Slow cooker rosemary chicken with tomatoes, mushrooms, and garlic served over pasta. A set-it-and-forget-it Italian-inspired weeknight dinner.

This creamy SPAM a la King turns a can of SPAM into a rich, velvety stovetop dinner with mushrooms, green peppers, and pimiento in a buttery cream sauce. Serve over puff pastry shells, rice, or toast for a quick comfort meal.

This creamy, low-fat dressing lends itself to salad greens, cooked or raw vegetable combinations, pasta and grain salads, or as a dipping sauce for crudites or steamed artichoke leaves.

Slow cooker cheese and shrimp chowder with tender potatoes, Velveeta, and a splash of dry sherry. Set it in the morning and come home to a rich, creamy bowl.

Peanut butter steak casserole, an African-inspired beef and rice bake with creamy peanut butter, tomato sauce, and chunky vegetables. A pantry-friendly comfort dish with West African groundnut stew DNA.

Braised lamb shanks simmered in a flour-thickened broth with onion and garlic, finished with celery, fresh tomatoes, and parsley. Fall-off-the-bone tender.

Ranch-style round steak dredged in mustard-seasoned flour, browned in a skillet, and braised until fork-tender with a Worcestershire gravy. Classic country cooking.

Silky chicken liver pate with brandy, mushrooms, shallots, and fresh herbs. A quick, elegant appetizer that's ready to chill in under 30 minutes.

Pureed broccoli and potato soup with caramelized aromatics and thyme. Velvet-smooth texture without a drop of cream or butter.

Sauteed chicken breasts with fresh rosemary and white wine, baked over a bed of spinach. The pan sauce deglazes into a fragrant rosemary-wine drizzle that flavors every leaf.

This simple recipe is full of flavour, if you can't find chanterelle mushrooms, regular white or cremini mushrooms works fine too, or you can use oyster, shiitake mushrooms, all turn out delicious!

Pizza Swiss steak with pounded round steak braised in pizza sauce, tomato sauce, and oregano in a slow cooker for 8 to 10 hours. Served over spaghetti for a retro Italian-American dinner.

Buttery crab-stuffed mushrooms loaded with dill and sour cream, baked until golden. A crowd-pleasing appetizer ready in 30 minutes. Make them a day ahead!

A hearty deep-dish ham pie with cubed ham, peas, and chopped hard-boiled eggs in a creamy mustard sauce under a golden, flaky pastry crust.

Roasted acorn squash halves stuffed with crispy SPAM, jicama, red bell pepper, and tomatoes in a ginger soy glaze. A fun, hearty weeknight main dish.

Tender peeled white asparagus spears topped with nutty brown butter and toasty bread crumbs. A classic German side dish that comes together in just 15 minutes.