Southern Thai grilled chicken: chicken rubbed with a fragrant spice paste, even under the skin, marinated, then grilled over low coals until charred and juicy. Big, bold Thai flavor off the grill.
Honey orange chicken legs baked with a glaze of orange juice, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Skinless chicken legs basted until fork-tender and golden brown.
Lighter baked chili relleno squares made with egg whites, nonfat cottage cheese, low-fat cheddar, mozzarella, and chopped green chilis. Cut into a dozen portable squares that taste just as good cold as warm.
Beef chuck roast marinated overnight in red wine, a full cup of garlic, lemon juice, basil, and dry mustard, then grilled over medium coals until smoky and tender. Feeds six hungry people.
Hot Crab Fondue is a warm, creamy dip with sharp cheddar, cream cheese, crab, dry white wine, and cayenne - ready in 20 minutes and served with chunks of French bread.
This is an amazing recipe, you can use all kinds of leftovers, they mix with rice, very tasty!
Braised brisket slow-cooked in cranberry sauce, French onion soup, ketchup, and ginger ale. A sweet-savory Jewish holiday brisket that practically cooks itself. Just 5 ingredients.
Black tea smoked chicken: Sichuan-and-five-spice-rubbed thighs hot-smoked over rice, black tea, and brown sugar, then tucked into lettuce cups with peanuts, scallion, and a soy-ginger glaze. An impressive, gluten-free-friendly appetizer.
A whole cut-up chicken microwaved in spaghetti sauce with green chilies, Parmesan, dill, and lemon pepper. Sounds unconventional, tastes surprisingly good. 30 minutes, one dish, done.
Creamy beef stroganoff with sirloin filet, sauteed mushrooms, blanched pearl onions, and a rich creme fraiche sauce spiked with Dijon, paprika, and demi-glace. Restaurant-style dinner over buttered noodles.
Baked ziti loaded with ground beef, Italian sausage, mozzarella, and parmesan in a herby spaghetti sauce. The crowd-feeding casserole that earns its place on every Sunday table.
Fried crawfish tails get a Louisiana upgrade: sherry-marinated, dipped in dark beer batter, and fried crisp, served with a homemade remoulade spiked with Worcestershire, Tabasco, and sherry. New Orleans seafood done right.
Jumbo shrimp marinated overnight in wine, lemon, and garlic, breaded and broiled until golden for an elegant make-ahead appetizer or main dish.
These delicious meatballs can be used as a simple appetizer or can accompany pasta to complete a main dish.
Classic Filipino chicken tinola soup with ginger, green papaya, fish sauce, and wilted spinach. A nourishing one-pot meal that warms you from the inside out in about an hour.
Browned chicken thighs baked over peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, and corn in a spiced tomato juice with sumac, cumin, cardamom, and curry. A bold Middle Eastern-inspired one-dish dinner served over rice.
Hawaiian teriyaki roast pork shoulder marinated overnight in teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, sherry, ginger, and garlic, then cooked in the microwave until tender.
A simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Turn leftover teriyaki pork into a quick wok dinner with ramen noodles, crisp napa cabbage and shredded carrots in a savory teriyaki broth. A smart 35-minute leftover makeover.
Nothing beats a succulent pot roast dinner and this recipe proves just that.
Adapted from “Jacques Pépin Celebrates” (Knopf, 2001)- New York Times
Asian-inspired crawfish strudel with colorful vegetables, shiitake mushrooms, and ginger wrapped in crispy phyllo. Served with two sauces for an elegant presentation.
Bow tie pasta and tender broccoli bake in creamy Alfredo sauce with roasted red peppers and basil. Parmesan browns on top for a bubbly, golden crust.
One-pan chicken teriyaki with potatoes, scallions, and teriyaki sauce. Microwave the potatoes first, then everything cooks in one skillet in under 20 minutes.
Dry-rubbed baby back ribs grilled to smoky, caramelized glory alongside fresh corn on the cob brushed with homemade basil oil. Start the rub the night before for maximum flavor.
You can use salmon or cod with great results in this cheesy bubbly dish.
Crustless artichoke cheddar quiche bound with eggs and yogurt instead of cream, with breadcrumbs adding structure. A lighter, flourless quiche that bakes in 30 minutes.
Philly-style white pizza loaded with shaved roast beef, sauteed onions, peppers, and mushrooms over garlic-brushed bread dough. No tomato sauce, just melty cheese and cheesesteak energy.
Crispy fried crab wontons with spinach and cream cheese, served with a sweet-spicy blackberry Szechuan dipping sauce. A stunning fusion appetizer that bridges East and West.
It is a very good vegetarian recipe, barbecued mushrooms, black beans and succotash, very tasty and healthy. If you want some savory vegetable recipe, try it.
Bread machine pizza crust using the basic dough cycle with bread flour, yeast, and oil. Makes four individual thin-crust pizzas baked at high heat until crisp and bubbly.
Beef diablo slow-cooks a whole roast over potatoes and onions under a tangy mustard, chili sauce and Worcestershire paste. A fix-it-and-forget-it crockpot dinner that practically cooks itself.
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.
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.
Rice lasagna layered with ground beef spaghetti sauce, cottage cheese, and mozzarella. A gluten-free friendly twist on classic lasagna using rice instead of noodles.
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.
Harlequin dip with sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped ripe olives, curry powder, Worcestershire, and mustard. A creamy, savory party dip ready after a one-hour chill.
This is basically my grandmothers recipe with a few of my own ideas.
Cajun pork boulettes simmer ground pork with onion, peppers, and garlic in a brown roux gravy, then fold in rice before getting breaded and fried into golden, walnut-sized fritters. Served with Creole mustard aioli for full Louisiana flair.
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.
Slow cooker round steak Italiano with just four ingredients: round steak, oregano, salt, and jarred spaghetti sauce. Set it in the morning and come home to fork-tender beef.
This delicious Texas chili is a delicious one-pot meal. Chunks of succulent beef and beans are simmered in a well seasoned tomato sauce. Serve it with a few slices of crusty bread or steamed rice. It warms you up within a minute.
Plantation shrimp with rice is a lightened Southern skillet dinner with sweet peppers, mushrooms, bay, and Worcestershire. The shrimp cook just until pink and fold into warm rice for a protein-packed low-fat main.
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.
Cheddar rice and green chili frittata: a Tex-Mex egg bake loaded with leftover rice, tomato, mild green chiles, and sharp cheddar. Cooks on the stovetop or in the oven.
This is so easy to make, especially for someone like me who has no cooking experience at all. The flavour is also spot-on.