Recipe Sifter

Mexican chicken and rice with tomato sauce, cumin, chili, and a splash of cocoa for mole-like depth. Topped with cheddar, sour cream, and picante for a fast weeknight dinner.

Frozen bread dough rolled around a filling of diced chicken, broccoli, and melted cheddar cheese, then baked until golden and hollow-sounding. A hearty stuffed loaf the whole family will love.

Savory seasoned oyster crackers tossed with olive oil, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and chicken broth. A crunchy, snackable twist on classic Chex mix.

A lighter, baked take on Chicken Kiev: pounded breasts rolled around herb butter with parsley and chives, topped with breadcrumbs and paprika. No deep frying, no mess, all the buttery goodness.

A generous hit of paprika with a hint of cumin and chili powder in this rendition of a homemade Andouille sausage recipe.

Honey baked chicken wings coated in a sticky soy sauce, honey, and chili sauce glaze with garlic. Baked until caramelized and glossy with crispy edges.

House Park beans are Texas-style pinto beans slow-boiled with chili powder, garlic, and a touch of sugar. No soaking, no meat, just simple seasoned pintos cooked low and long.

Meat loaf wreath shaped in a ring, studded with pineapple rings and maraschino cherries for a retro holiday centerpiece. Pineapple juice in the mix keeps it moist.

Teriyaki chicken wings marinated in a honey-sherry teriyaki glaze with ginger, garlic, and dry mustard. Sticky, sweet, and savory wings for game day appetizers or party platters.

Zesty chili seasoning mix, a make-ahead blend of chili powder, cumin, garlic, onion, and red pepper flakes with a little flour to thicken. Skip the packet and season a pot of chili from scratch.

Red garlic mashed potatoes keep the skins on for rustic texture and layer in garlic three ways, boiled in the water, crushed, and as powder. A creamy, savory side with a hit of steak seasoning.

Instead of deep-frying, these oven baked crispy-garlicky fries are much lower fat but will still well satisfy your appetite. Serve it with ketchup or any your favorite dipping sauce along with your grilled burger.

A vibrant, healthy lemon rice soup with kale and aromatic spices, ready in under 20 minutes. Perfect for a light, flavorful meal. Vegan, low-fat, and packed with nutrients.

This is my favorite recipe for tacos with a mixture of New Mexican Cuisine as well as other ethnic recipes.

Jake's homemade BBQ sauce stirs ketchup, vinegar, hot sauce, and a touch of liquid smoke into a quick, no-cook sauce ready in 5 minutes. The shortcut barbecue sauce that beats anything bottled.

Reuben burger pie with a ground beef and oatmeal crust filled with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, caraway seeds, and Thousand Island dressing. All the Reuben flavors in pie form.