Recipes with black pepper

Poached salmon steaks in white wine with a creamy horseradish, sour cream, and mint sauce made from the strained poaching liquid. A light, elegant fish dinner for two.

Curried deviled eggs stuffed with tuna and gherkins, coated in a creamy curry-mayo sauce with tomato paste. A bold Indian-inspired appetizer served chilled.

Olive quiche with a hash brown potato crust, two cheeses, green chilies, and spicy olives. Gluten-free and hearty with a crispy golden potato shell instead of pastry.

Honey barbecued salmon with a spicy honey-ketchup glaze featuring curry, jalapeno, and coarse mustard. Grilled fillets served on mache lettuce with a malt vinegar-cilantro dressing.

Herb-rubbed pork loin roast with tart apples, red onion, and brown sugar, finished with a reduced apple juice and maple syrup pan gravy. A fall Sunday dinner classic.

Chicken and noodle cacciatore with a whole stewing hen simmered until tender, then baked over wide noodles in a tomato-olive-mushroom sauce.

Curried orzo and chicken salad with marinated artichoke hearts, cucumber, green peas, and a tangy artichoke-mayonnaise dressing. A cold pasta salad with warm curry flavor.

Roast capon stuffed with rye bread, caraway seeds, and parsley, cooked in the microwave. A retro technique that delivers juicy, tender poultry fast.

Sugar-glazed beet julienne served on a warm onion vinaigrette with champagne vinegar and olive oil. A refined microwave-cooked beet side dish with elegant plating.

California country meatballs with a beef, pork, and veal blend seasoned with fennel seeds, tossed with sauteed tri-color bell peppers, onion, and black olives. A colorful, Italian-inspired skillet dinner.

Delicious combination of tender, roasted mushrooms filled with a savory herbed filling and are perfect for parties, gatherings, or even a cozy night in.

Burger pizza with a seasoned ground beef crust topped with pepperoni, mushrooms, tomato, green pepper, and melted mozzarella. A low-carb, crustless pizza alternative.

Portobello cheeseburgers with seared mushroom caps, gorgonzola-mayo spread, peppery arugula, and roasted red peppers. A 15-minute meatless burger with steakhouse flavor and zero grill required.

Sauteed rabbit loin brined then braised with fennel, balsamic vinegar, and white wine, finished with a vibrant salsa verde of parsley, capers, spinach, and fennel fronds.

Southern fried chicken dipped in evaporated milk, shaken in a seasoned flour bag with paprika, then skillet-fried covered low and slow until crispy and golden.

Turkey giblet gravy with white wine, Madeira, and mirepoix, deglazed with roasting pan drippings. A make-ahead Thanksgiving gravy with deep, layered flavor that freezes for months.

Three-greens fruit salad with Granny Smith apple, orange, cashews, dried cherries, and a homemade dried cherry vinaigrette. Gluten-free and ready for spring.

Beef filet mignon en croute stuffed with blue cheese butter and wrapped in golden puff pastry. A classic dinner-party showstopper with garlic and chives.

Pesto spaghetti tossed with a fresh parsley and basil sauce, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, and butter. A 30-minute pasta dinner with a no-cook pesto that freezes well.

Italian wild mushroom topping with dried porcini, fresh portobello, tomatoes, rosemary, sage, and garlic marinated 24 hours in olive oil and lemon. Use on bruschetta or pasta.

Eingemachtes Kalbsfleisch, traditional German veal in a creamy lemon-and-egg-yolk-thickened gravy. A classic Swabian comfort dish served over potato dumplings or pasta.

Broiled rainbow trout marinated in lemon juice, basted with toasted sesame seed butter. A simple, elegant whole fish preparation with just 6 ingredients and golden, nutty flavor.

Try something different than the original kabobs, with this simple recipe that is hassle-free!

Stuffed flank steak rolled with a mushroom, herb, and bread crumb filling, browned in bacon fat, and braised in beef broth with a Dijon mustard gravy.

Hearty winter borscht-style soup loaded with pearl barley, lima beans, split peas, lentils, mushrooms, turnips, and carrots in a savory miso-tamari broth. A meat-free, slow-simmered vegan one-pot.

This arugula salad is so easy to make, and the fresh veggies give you so refreshing taste; it can be served with any main course.

Htipiti, a Macedonian beaten feta spread with roasted peppers, oregano, olive oil, and lemon juice. A tangy, creamy Greek-style dip that gets sharper the longer you beat it.

Crispy skinned red snapper crusted with eight spices including Szechuan peppercorn, star anise, cinnamon, and cumin. Pan-seared then oven-roasted for shatteringly crisp skin.

Romaine, shredded fennel, cauliflower, and red onion tossed in a bright lime-garlic dressing with paprika. A crunchy, no-cook side salad that's vegetarian and diabetic-friendly.

Whipped cheddar cheese and brandy spread with just four ingredients: sharp cheddar, butter, brandy, and black pepper. Pack it into a crock for a sophisticated appetizer or homemade food gift.

Pan-seared veal cutlets with a woodsy sauce of shiitake mushrooms, spring fiddleheads, crispy pancetta, and sherry. A restaurant-style spring main that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Vegan macaroni and cheese with vegan cheddar shreds, plum tomatoes, green onions, Dijon, and a crispy breadcrumb top. A dairy-free version of the classic comfort dish.

Greek-style pizza on honey wheat crust with spinach, red bell pepper strips, crumbled feta cheese, and black olives. A Mediterranean twist on homemade pizza.

Pitlai is a South Indian lentil stew with bitter gourd (karela), chickpeas, tamarind, and a ground coconut-spice paste. A tangy, complex vegetarian curry with toor dal and jaggery.

Blue crab cakes bound with ground water crackers and sauteed golden in butter, served with a homemade cayenne mayonnaise made with roasted red pepper, anchovies, and capers.

Chinese-style tofu stir-fried with salted black beans, mashed red beans, garlic, green chili, and soy sauce. A savory, protein-rich vegetarian main dish.

New Orleans turkey creole with poached turkey legs, bacon, tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion, garlic, and okra served over rice. A Southern Creole classic with bold bayou flavor.

Layered Tex-Mex dip with bean dip, guacamole, taco-seasoned sour cream, tomatoes, olives, and sharp cheddar. A no-cook party platter that feeds a crowd in 15 minutes.

Cold ramen noodle salad with shredded cabbage, cheddar cheese, and a tangy vinegar-mustard dressing. A crunchy, budget-friendly side dish that chills in under an hour.

Moroccan-inspired roast chicken with preserved lemon rubbed under the skin and braised over carrots, celery, and onion in chicken broth. The citrus perfumes the meat while the vegetables catch all the pan drippings.

Hot three-cheese dip baked until bubbling, with sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and parmesan thickened by refried beans and spiced with chili and garlic. A scoop-ready Tex-Mex dip for chips and game day.

Hominy stew with meaty pork bones, roasted bell peppers, hot Italian sausage, and salsa simmered in chicken broth. A hearty, pozole-style bowl with Southwestern heat.

Fresh garden tomato pasta salad with Roma tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and a full cup of fresh basil. Served hot or chilled, this simple summer pasta celebrates peak-season tomatoes.

Vegan garbanzo squash stew with chickpeas, winter squash, tomatoes, and fresh spinach simmered in spicy tomato broth. A high-fiber plant-based one-pot stew that comes together in under an hour.

Escargots a la Bourguignonne served in large mushroom caps instead of shells, filled with canned Burgundy snails and topped with garlic-herb snail butter. An elegant French appetizer.

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Baked beef and sour cream casserole layered with apple-and-herb stuffing. Browned ground beef bound with sour cream, sandwiched around stuffing for a hearty, retro-feeling main.

This rich, earthy soup has but 100 calories per serving if made with non-fat milk.