Traditional Ukrainian liver pate made with beef liver, butter-fried onions, egg, and chicken broth, baked until set. A smooth, rich spread for bread or crackers with deep savory Eastern European flavor.
Big-batch spaghetti and meatballs for feeding a crowd. Homemade tomato sauce and 48 baked meatballs that freeze beautifully. Easy to double or triple for potlucks and parties.
Packed with colorful veggies. Makes an excellent main course. Leave meat out of the equation and try this tasty dish that will satisfy your hunger like no other.
A rustic French-style venison terrine with pork belly, brandy-soaked cranberries, juniper, and gin. Wrapped in bacon and baked in a water bath for a charcuterie board showstopper.
A tradition in my household. Every year we make a batch of this chutney.
Long and slow simmer beef shank soup extracts every bit of flavor down to the bone.
A smooth, puréed Norwegian cauliflower soup thickened with a light roux and skim milk, finished with white pepper and a dusting of nutmeg. Cozy, low-calorie comfort in a bowl.
Overnight marinated sirloin steak soaks in soy, Worcestershire, Dijon, garlic, and herbs before grilling. Deeply seasoned 1-inch sirloin with 12-hour marinade for maximum tenderness and flavor.
Classic crabmeat au gratin baked in a buttery cream sauce with sauteed vegetables, egg yolks, and a golden cheddar crust. Rich, bubbly, and pure Louisiana comfort.
New Orleans' most popular sausage, a type of country sausage made with pork, or pork and beef. It's not really smoked, but has a fine smokey flavor that makes it an ideal seasoning meat for our favorite bean dishes, gumbos, and jambalayas. We also like it pan grilled as a breakfast or dinner sausage.
Slow-roasted country style pork shoulder rubbed with sage, ginger, and garlic for a crackling-crisp crust and fork-tender meat. This simple 5 lb pork roast recipe needs just 6 ingredients and cooks low and slow for 3 to 4 hours.
Beer-braised corned beef brisket simmered low and slow with potatoes, carrots, and cabbage. A hearty one-pot Irish-American classic for St. Patrick's Day or any cold-weather Sunday.
Butter-dipped pork chops coated in a fiery Cajun spice blend and seared in a screaming hot cast-iron skillet until crusty and charred. Warning: this generates serious smoke and even more serious flavor.
Those who love meat balls with surely enjoy this scrumptious recipe that doesn't take long to prepare.
5-hour beef stew, the dump-and-bake oven version that needs zero browning. Beef chuck, potatoes, carrots, peas, and red wine slow-roast into a thick, savory stew.
Beets, red cabbage, and tomatoes simmered in vegetable stock with red wine vinegar for a tangy, earthy borscht. Topped with a swirl of sour cream and fresh dill.
This dish is very, very hot. It may not seem so at first, but the spices have a cumulative effect that builds up over the course of the meal.
Fresh sweet corn and parsnip soup blends summer corn with earthy parsnips, milk, and herbs into a silky pureed bowl finished with mascarpone and parsley. A vegetarian late-summer comfort soup.
This comforting Crockpot Lentil-Kale Soup is a wholesome, nutrient-packed dish featuring tender lentils, vibrant kale, and a medley of vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth. With minimal prep, the slow cooker does the work, creating a thick, stew-like soup that’s perfect for chilly days or a healthy weeknight meal. The addition of miso paste and herbs like thyme and bay leaf elevates the flavor, making this a satisfying, plant-based option for the whole family.
Homemade bockwurst, the classic German veal sausage with chives, sage, mace, cloves, and white pepper. Ground veal bound with eggs and cream, stuffed into casings and gently poached.
Tender caribou simmered in mustard oil with turmeric, cumin, ginger and garlic. This wild game curry brings bold Indian spices to lean, rich-flavored caribou meat.
Tired of the same old roast? Try this simple, yet succulent recipe that will have you licking your fingers!
A succulent dish where pieces of eggplant are stuffed with mozzarella cheese and topped off with a delicious marinara sauce.
Mrs. Glick's potatoes, a grated potato casserole with roasted-garlic cottage cheese, scallions, and a sharp cheddar top. Lighter take on hash brown casserole with a creamy, tangy interior.
Smoky, beer-braised chili loaded with cubed flank steak, jalapenos, and masa harina. This thick, hearty Texas-style chili simmers low and slow until every spoonful hits with deep, layered heat.
Orange glazed caribou roast seared at high heat, then braised with orange juice, allspice, and juniper berries. Finished with a currant jelly and bitters glaze for wild game done right.
Filipino beef and bean sprouts lumpia: crisp golden spring rolls packed with ground beef, crunchy water chestnuts, and fresh mung bean sprouts seasoned with patis. Sealed with a quick flour paste and fried until shatteringly crisp.
Traditional British steak and suet pudding with seasoned beef sealed in suet pastry and boiled in a basin. A classic old-fashioned English pub dish.
Knead ground beef with onions, peppers, and coriander into oval kofta, skewer with vegetables, and grill until charred for juicy Afghan-style meatballs with smoky flavor.
French rabbit stew braises disjointed rabbit in butter with white wine, beef stock, bacon, small white onions, mushrooms, and garlic. A rustic country braise with a built-in flour-thickened sauce.
Crushed hazelnuts simmer into rich, creamy broth in this traditional Algonquin soup that needs no dairy. Just nuts, stock, shallots, and time create velvety texture that coats your spoon.
Try something different this summer with this scrumptious chicken dish that will have you licking your fingers.
Flank steak stir-fried with hoisin sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, served over blanched snow peas and broccoli. A quick Chinese beef stir-fry that's on the table in 40 minutes.
Swedish herring and potato casserole layered with sauteed onions, dotted with butter, and baked in cream until golden and tender. A traditional Scandinavian comfort dish.
Venison steaks broiled and basted with a homemade Corbin steak sauce of butter, dry white wine, Worcestershire, dry mustard, paprika, and hot sauce. A hunter's classic ready in 30 minutes.
Homemade Polish kielbasa: a traditional sausage of pork shoulder, beef chuck, veal, and pork fat seasoned with marjoram, paprika, allspice, savory, and garlic. Old-country flavor.
Smoked prime rib seasoned with paprika, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne, then slow-smoked over indirect heat with rosemary added late. A low-and-slow holiday roast pulled at medium rare.
Breaded pan-fried beef strips served with a ketchup-soy sweet and hot dipping sauce. Party-plate appetizer or hearty dinner with fries, finished in 30 seconds per side.
Hearty slow cooker spaghetti sauce loaded with ground beef, mushrooms, bell peppers, and Italian herbs. Simmer it low and slow for rich, restaurant-quality marinara.
Slow-baked beef liver layered with chopped apples, onions, and bacon. Old-fashioned comfort food that turns organ meat into something folks actually fight over.
Northern Italian style lasagna layered with a bacon-rich meat sauce, a creamy nutmeg-scented white sauce, and a parmesan-ricotta filling. Richer and creamier than the usual red-sauce version.
For using the oven, because nothing beats the smell of a roast slow cooking throughout the day.
Try this succulent pot roast that is made with a variety of spices and vegetables that creates an amazing flavor you will love.
Rustic ground beef and cabbage stew with kidney beans, stewed tomatoes, and chili powder, plus optional drop dumplings on top. Hearty comfort food in 30 minutes.
Tex-Mex quiche loaded with taco-seasoned ground beef, cheddar, and chiles in a flaky pie shell, baked in egg custard and topped with fresh guacamole. Brunch meets taco night.
Spiced TVP taco filling simmered with tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, and herbs. A high-protein, plant-based meat substitute for tacos, wraps, and burritos in under 45 minutes.
Let your kitchen take in the delicious aroma of this succulent and savory stew.
Smother your appetite with this succulent dish that can easily be made by using your crockpot.