Recipes with lemon

Classic veal francaise with egg-dipped cutlets sautéed in butter, then simmered in a bright lemon, white wine, and chicken broth sauce. Italian-American comfort at its finest, ready in 40 minutes.

Crispy deep-fried shrimp tossed in a fiery pungent sauce with garlic, ginger, Thai chili paste, and lemon. Better than takeout and ready in under an hour.

Individual fruitcake cupcakes studded with dates, golden raisins, pecans, and citrus zest, soaked in brandy and topped with a pineapple chunk. Just 2 tablespoons of brown sugar in the whole batch. Diabetic-friendly holiday baking at its finest.

These delicious carrot candies will for sure satisfy your sweetest tooth. Enjoy!

Mix grated ginger, sugar, yeast, and lemon juice in a soda bottle, add water, and let it ferment in sunlight until fizzy for this simple homemade ginger beer.

These deliciously moist lemon poppy seed muffins are great for grab-and-go breakfast or an afternoon snack.

This deluxe cheesecake is so rich and creamy, no need to much, just one slice is enough to satisfy your sweet tooth!

I made this dish and thought it was too bland. I made it again, doubling all the Indian spices, and it came out much better.

If you're treating your loved one to a romantic dinner, try this succulent beef dish that is sure to please them!

Apple banana crunch pie pairs chunked apples and bananas under a buttery cinnamon-nutmeg crumb topping. An unexpected fruit combination that bakes up tender beneath a streusel crust.

Chewy pearl barley tossed with fresh parsley, basil, and scallions, then dressed with a bright lemon-soy vinaigrette and studded with juicy diced tomatoes. The Instant Pot cooks the barley completely hands-off — no boiling, draining, or steaming — and the salad only gets better as it chills, making it ideal for potlucks and weekly meal prep.

Hot wassail made with apple juice, pineapple juice, and cranberry juice simmered with cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and lemon. A non-alcoholic holiday punch ready in 15 minutes.

Salt-free homemade barbeque sauce with molasses, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and liquid smoke. Big smoky-sweet flavor for low-sodium diets without tasting like it's missing anything.

Light Pennsylvania Dutch cheesecake with low-fat cottage cheese and beaten egg whites for cloudlike texture. Sinks in the middle to cradle fresh berries or peaches.

This simple, but scrumptious bread is made with almonds, pecans and maraschino cherries.

Split langoustines grilled with garlic, parsley, and lemon butter for a sweet, smoky shellfish main with seared edges. An elegant 20-minute restaurant-style dish that works equally well on a stovetop grill pan or outdoor grill.

Cream cheese, sugar, and eggs bake with cinnamon and lemon zest into a crustless Spanish-style cheesecake that's lighter than New York style but just as rich. Dust with powdered sugar while warm.

Sauteed orange roughy in white wine with garlic, dill, and mushrooms. A light, quick-cooking fish dinner ready in under 30 minutes with a simple pan sauce and fresh lemon.

Traditional Swiss Basel Leckerli: honey-spice cookie bars with cinnamon, cloves, candied peels, kirsch, and almonds under a crackly sugar glaze. Makes 50 to 60 bars that keep for weeks.

Mincemeat bars with a buttery oat-walnut crust sandwiching a thickened mincemeat filling. Old-fashioned holiday dessert squares that store beautifully in a tin.

Layered avocado terrine with Dijon mustard and whipped cream, sliced and served with poached shrimp and a fresh basil tomato cream sauce. A showstopping chilled appetizer for special occasions.

Roast duck with a port wine cranberry sauce made from the pan drippings, orange juice, and brown sugar. Lemon-rubbed and roasted until the skin is shatteringly crisp.

Poppy seed roll: an Eastern European yeasted bread wrapped around a rich poppy seed filling sweetened with honey and orange-lemon zest. Holiday classic.

Rose hip chutney blends foraged rose hips with apples, raisins, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and cayenne for a tangy-sweet preserve that pairs with holiday ham, turkey, or game.

Greek fig preserves (syko glyko) made with whole green figs stuffed with blanched almonds and simmered in lemon-scented syrup. Traditional spoon sweet for coffee service.

Butterflied leg of lamb marinated overnight in pomegranate juice, red wine, garlic, and basil, then grilled or roasted. A show-stopping Persian-inspired main course.

Sauteed cauliflower and zucchini in herbed butter with basil, oregano, lemon juice, and Parmesan. A simple, flavorful vegetable side dish ready in 35 minutes.

Irish Christmas cake soaked in whiskey with dried fruits, almonds, candied orange peel, and a marzipan coating. A rich, dense celebration cake that starts with an overnight whiskey fruit soak.

Packed with orange flavor, slight sweet works perfectly on zucchini bread or on a bagel.

A creamy apple marshmallow Waldorf salad: crisp Granny Smith apples, celery, walnuts, and dried fruit folded into whipped cream and mayonnaise with mini marshmallows. A retro, fluffy holiday side the whole table loves.

Pace guacamole, the four-ingredient shortcut guac built on ripe avocados, Pace picante sauce, lemon juice, and salt. No dicing onions, tomato, or chiles, the picante does all that work.

A scrumptious dish made with potatoes, gruyere cheese and juicy apples.

This German schweineschnitzel is a classic and traditional dish that's made of lean pork, coated with egg and cread crumbs and fried in the butter. It's crispy outside and tender inside.

Layered vegetable terrine with three pureed mousses of pea, carrot, and cauliflower baked in a water bath. A stunning vegetarian centerpiece with a carrot-chive salad.

French market soup simmers a medley of dried beans with a smoky ham hock until tender, then brightens the pot with tomatoes and a finishing splash of lemon. A hearty, economical bean soup made from a colorful bean mix.

Scalone seafood patties combining ground abalone and sea scallops, pan-fried in butter and oil. A West Coast specialty that stretches expensive abalone into family dinner.

Love love these apple pancakes, and the cider syrup was just amazing. It was a nice change from maple syrup that I normally use. I think I will be making this syrup a lot from now on, needless to say that it's way cheaper than maple syrup :)

I got this recipe out of McCall’s magazine about 35 – 40 yrs ago from the pages of the McCall’s Cooking School and have made it a number of times since.

Tender chicken simmers with cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice in this classic Persian celery stew. Bright parsley and buttery sauteed celery make this Iranian khoresh-e karafs a fragrant weeknight dinner served over fluffy rice.

This Biscochito Cake is a modern twist on New Mexico’s traditional biscochito cookie, featuring warm notes of star anise, a tender crumb, and a sweet cinnamon-sugar topping. Paired with a vibrant peach compote, it’s a comforting yet elegant dessert that’s easy to prepare and ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a cozy treat.

Slow-roasted venison ribs smothered in a maple syrup and brown sugar BBQ sauce with ketchup, Worcestershire, chili powder, and lemon juice. Baked until charred on top and fork-tender throughout.

Instead of going to a fancy restaurant, make this dish at home and add some sophistication to your kitchen.

Pineapple glaze for baked ham made with crushed pineapple, brown sugar, lemon juice, and mustard. Thick, sweet-tangy, and ready in 10 minutes on the stovetop.

Grilled beef brochettes marinated in red wine, honey, coriander, cumin, and lemon juice, threaded with red peppers and onions. Fragrant, charred, and ready for rare in just 4 minutes on the grill.

A scrumptious shrimp dish made with finely chopped shallots, parsley leaves and red hot pepper sauce.

Seafood thermidor casserole with poached fish, crab, shrimp, and scallops in a creamy mustard-wine sauce. Topped with buttery breadcrumbs and broiled until golden.

Hotel Roanoke peanut soup, a legendary Virginia recipe with creamy peanut butter, chicken broth, and a bright squeeze of lemon. Rich, velvety, and uniquely Southern.

Baked Icelandic cod with a creamy Parmesan, sour cream, and mayo topping with lemon and chives. A simple, elegant fish dinner that feeds a crowd.