5,138 classic recipes

Salmon steaks almondine steamed in court bouillon, finished with browned butter, toasted almonds, lemon juice, and a pinch of cayenne. A timeless French bistro classic.

Oprah's mock Caesar salad lightens up the classic with a no-egg, no-anchovy dressing built on lemon juice, soy sauce, and garlic. Romaine and Belgian endive, ready in 10 minutes and naturally low-fat.

Baked crab and mushroom casserole in a tarragon white wine cream sauce with dry mustard and hot sauce, topped with buttered breadcrumbs. A versatile classic you can also make with shrimp.

Herbed beef and vegetable stew braises chunks of beef in tomato, white wine, and Italian herbs, then finishes with carrots, mushrooms, green beans, and celery. A classic Sunday Dutch oven dinner.

A custard-style rhubarb pie with evaporated milk, cinnamon, and cloves poured over fresh rhubarb in a single crust. Tart, creamy, and warmly spiced. A springtime classic.

Festive vegetable bake from the microwave with broccoli, cream of broccoli soup, and crunchy french fried onions on top. The classic green bean casserole spirit, ready in under 25 minutes.

Easy glazed smoked ham trims, scores, and bakes a fully-cooked smoked ham with a simple sugar coating for a holiday-worthy main with minimal effort. The classic Sunday-supper or Easter-table centerpiece.

The original Derbyshire classic: flaky puff pastry spread with strawberry jam and topped with a soft, buttery almond egg custard. Not a tart. A proper Bakewell pudding.

Haupia pumpkin pie combines Hawaiian coconut pudding on top of a spiced pumpkin filling with shredded coconut and whipped cream. A tropical twist on classic pumpkin pie.

Marchand de vin is a classic New Orleans red wine and demi-glace sauce with sauteed ham, mushrooms, and green onions. Rich, savory, and built for steak or eggs Benedict.

Wattakka, the Sri Lankan curried pumpkin classic. Cubed pumpkin simmered in coconut milk with curry leaves, turmeric, garlic, and chili. Served back in its own roasted shell.

Classic rumaki appetizer with chicken livers and water chestnuts wrapped in bacon, marinated in soy sauce with ginger and curry, then broiled until crispy. A retro cocktail party staple.

Classic turkey hash casserole with leftover turkey, diced potatoes, peas, cream of celery soup, and melted American cheese. A thrifty post-holiday dinner that comes together in under 45 minutes.

Heidelberg meat loaf made with lean ground beef, torn rye bread, beer, caraway seeds, and celery seeds. A German-inspired twist on classic American meatloaf.

A lighter take on chocolate mousse using cocoa powder, almond extract, and fluffy whipped topping set with gelatin. Rich chocolate flavor, airy texture, fewer calories than the classic.

Apees are a classic Pennsylvania Dutch sugar cookie made with butter, sour cream, and just five ingredients. Tender, lightly sweet rolled cookies with golden edges and a soft center.