Mexican pot roast stuffed with bacon-wrapped garlic, rubbed in mustard, and braised in beer with jalapenos and cilantro. Fork-tender beef with a spicy blended sauce.
Chilled barley and buttermilk soup with turmeric, fresh dill, parsley, cilantro, and red onion. A tangy, herb-loaded cold soup that's refreshing on warm days.
Lima bean salad with diced tomatoes in a red wine vinegar and olive oil dressing with maple sugar and dry mustard. A simple, hearty bean salad served chilled.
Broccoli and shredded carrots baked in a creamy cheddar and sour cream sauce with a crunchy herb stuffing topping. The side dish that gets even veggie skeptics coming back for seconds.
Layers of cubed potatoes, zucchini, mozzarella, scallions, and fresh basil bake in egg substitute for this veggie-packed Italian frittata. Broiled tomatoes finish it.
Creamy mushroom sauce made with just butter, mushrooms and cream, simmered into a thick, glossy sauce in about 15 minutes. No flour needed. Spoon it over steak or pile it on burgers.
Pork and shrimp pad Thai tossed in a tangy fish sauce and rice vinegar glaze, then finished with crunchy toasted peanuts, mung bean sprouts, scallions and a wedge of fresh lime.
Warm and tasty. Lamb, root vegetables and rice make this delicious fall or winter stew.
Pork chop lima casserole: seared pork chops layered with lima beans, green peppers, and a ketchup-tomato pan sauce. Old-school one-dish dinner for four.
Microwave meatloaf shapes seasoned ground beef into a ring around an inverted custard cup and cooks in 15 minutes flat. A weeknight shortcut for tender meatloaf without firing up the oven.
One-skillet sausage stew with smoked sausage, red potatoes, stewed tomatoes, and cabbage wedges. Simmers in 20 minutes for a hearty, no-fuss weeknight supper.
Full of mushrooms and a variety of nuts and spices, this decorative dish is sure to attract people to the dinner table!
You can serve this delightful cholesterol-free, high-fiber bread on New Year's Eve instead of the traditional bowl of black-eyed peas believed to bring good fortune for the year ahead.
Lamb and apple pie with mushrooms, carrots, and apple cider under golden puff pastry. A savory British-style meat pie with autumn flavors baked until flaky.
Key West conch chowder with tender ground conch, potatoes, salt pork, and tomatoes. Hearty Florida-style seafood chowder where potatoes dissolve to naturally thicken the broth.
Mom's easy canned corned beef hash simmered with diced potatoes, onion, and milk, served alongside cooked cabbage. A nostalgic weeknight dinner that's ready in 40 minutes.
Korma Sabzee is a slow-simmered Afghan beef stew with spinach, cilantro, and cumin, served over chalau basmati rice. A gentle, herb-forward one-pot meal from Afghan home kitchens.
Jumbo shrimp sautéed with poblano and red bell peppers in a bold, peppery Worcestershire-lemon barbecue sauce finished with cream. Brennan's Texas-Creole fusion at its finest, ready in 30 minutes.
A creamy chowder loaded with baby clams, shrimp, potatoes, corn, and red bell pepper in a buttery fennel-scented broth finished with half-and-half. Bowl-to-table in 40 minutes.
Chickpea and spinach soup spices a creamy chickpea base with curry, cardamom, and nutmeg, then folds in tender wilted spinach. Vegetarian, lightly creamy from skim milk and a partial puree, ready in under an hour.
Tameya is Egyptian falafel made from dried broad beans instead of chickpeas, ground with fresh herbs, garlic, and spices, coated in sesame seeds and fried to a deep golden crunch.
A silky British-style soup pairing ripe tomatoes with tart cooking apples, simmered in stock and pureed velvet-smooth. Equally lovely hot with a swirl of cream and snipped chives, or chilled on a warm summer afternoon.
Fresh tuna steaks cubed and braised in a chunky tomato-and-pea sauce with onion, garlic, and parsley. Italian-style one-pan seafood ready in 45 minutes.
Pollo Euscaro, a Basque-style chicken braised with eggplant, mushrooms, tomato, peppers, and white wine in a covered casserole. One-pot comfort food from the Pyrenees.
Spicy Mexican-style bean soup with bacon, jalapenos, red bell peppers, fresh tomatoes, V8 juice, cumin, and chili powder. A hearty, smoky bean soup that simmers low and slow.
A savory asparagus soup that can be enjoyed plain or used as a base for stews and casseroles.
Paellaquinoa combines classic paella with quinoa instead of rice. Saffron-scented quinoa baked with chicken, chorizo, shrimp, and clams. Gluten-free.
Ash reshteh, the classic Persian noodle soup thick with kidney beans, chickpeas, lentils, spinach, fresh herbs, and beets, finished with a tangy whey or vinegar swirl. Pure comfort.
Light shrimp Florentine spaghetti with wilted spinach, roasted red peppers, white wine, and lemon in a silky chicken broth sauce. Elegant enough for date night, healthy enough for every night.
Polish noodle casserole with egg noodles baked in a creamy mix of sour cream, cottage cheese, onion, and dry mustard. Crispy browned noodles on top, soft and tangy underneath.
Silky duck liver mousse enriched with brandy, hazelnut liqueur, and a hint of nutmeg. Baked in a water bath until set, then spread on toasted French bread for an indulgent first course.
Simple creamy polenta with Parmesan and olive oil, ready in 15 minutes. Includes both microwave and stovetop methods so you can pick your speed.
Basque shepherd's pie made in a skillet with crisp bacon, tender potatoes, thyme, and a soft-set egg topping. A rustic mountain shepherd's supper, not the usual lamb-and-mash version.
Swedish veal roulades with a ground veal and mashed potato filling, rolled around paper-thin leeks and browned in butter. Finished with a quick cream pan sauce, these are a classic Scandinavian main dish worth mastering.
Garden-loaded ratatouille sauce with eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and sweet potato tossed with ziti and showered in fresh basil and mint. A vibrant, plant-based pasta that eats like a celebration of summer produce.
Slow cooker Mexican flank steak rolls stuffed with tamales, braised in tomato sauce, and topped with Monterey Jack. A creative Tex-Mex crockpot dinner.
Beef Bourguignonne braised in red Burgundy wine with mushrooms, onions, thyme, and marjoram. A classic French stew with deep wine-soaked flavor and fork-tender beef chunks.
Savory vegetarian pie with a crescent roll crust brushed in Dijon mustard, filled with sautéed zucchini, onions, Italian herbs, and gooey mozzarella. A shortcut dinner that tastes homemade and feeds a crowd.
Browned chicken bakes in a citrusy sauce of fresh orange juice, orange zest, cumin, and red pepper flakes with green bell pepper strips. Bright, zesty, and lightly spicy.
Vegetarian lasagna layered with caramelized Vidalia onions, portobello mushrooms, ricotta-spinach filling, and a goat cheese white sauce topped with walnuts and fresh basil.
Pheasant casserole with brown rice, cream of mushroom soup, pheasant broth, and soy sauce. A simple hunter's casserole that bakes low and slow for tender, savory results.
Italian-seasoned beef and sausage mixed with creamy ricotta and Parmesan, rolled in layers of buttered phyllo, and baked into a crispy golden strudel. A show-stopping dinner or appetizer.
One-pan chicken and broccoli rabe sautéed in oil from sun-dried tomatoes, finished with black olives and crumbled feta. A Mediterranean weeknight dinner ready in under 15 minutes with bold, salty, garlicky flavor.
Roasted chicken breast stuffed with Gorgonzola cheese and finished with a white wine pan sauce with black grapes and green apple. An elegant main course with bold, fruity flavors.
Easy shrimp Creole made in a slow cooker with tomato paste, celery, green pepper, onion, and a Bisquick-thickened sauce. Shrimp added in the last hour and served over rice.
Spinach Madeline with pepper jack cheese, Worcestershire, and a buttery roux made with spinach cooking liquid. A creamy, spicy Southern spinach casserole side dish.
I created this recipe to use leftover holiday turkey. It's a classic bound salad using mayonnaise and celery, but it also includes fresh cranberries, orange juice and cashews. Although new to our menu, it has become a holiday favorite. My family requests I make my own turkey before Thanksgiving so I can serve this salad as an appetizer at our holiday feast. I hope you will find it as enjoyable as we do. Enjoy it on rolls, in wraps, or as a spread with crackers
Open-faced egg and cheese sandwiches on toasted English muffins with scrambled eggs, onion, green pepper, and broiled American cheese. A 15-minute breakfast for six.