Recipe Sifter

Indonesian nasi goreng with pork, chicken, shrimp, fresh chilies, soy sauce, and a sliced thin omelette on top. The classic Indonesian fried rice served with shrimp crackers for crunch.

Mushroom ketchup, a Victorian-era umami bomb of salted fresh mushrooms and dried boletus simmered with vinegar, warm spices and sherry. A shelf-stable savory condiment worth the two-day project for real depth.

Cheddar cheese bread machine loaf with sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and coarse black pepper. Load the ingredients and let the machine do the work for cheesy, savory bread.

This colorful version of corn chowder features a medley of spices and fills the kitchen with aroma.

Springtime chicken salad with poached chicken breast, snap-tender asparagus, crisp iceberg, and a bright lemon-herb dressing. A light, protein-packed main salad finished with toasted almonds.

Blue cornmeal breakfast cake topped with fresh blueberries and baked golden at high heat. Light and fluffy with whipped egg whites folded into the batter.

Hearty and very meaty with the crunch of earthy walnuts.

Oven-baked triple-stacked quesadilla with Monterey Jack, white cheddar, corn, zucchini, and jalapeno. Served with fresh tomato salsa and creamy avocado relish.

Stuffed pork burgers with a sauteed mushroom and green onion filling sealed between two seasoned patties. Grilled until juicy and served on kaiser rolls with fresh toppings.

A steamed tofu pate with cornmeal, wheat germ, Dijon mustard, and warming spices like allspice, fennel, and sage. Vegan, sliceable, and keeps in the fridge for two weeks.

Soft banana oatmeal cookies packed with walnuts, warm spices, and a tangy mashed-banana frosting. Old-fashioned cookies with a fruity lemon-bright finish.

Torn day-old bread mixed with browned breakfast sausage, sautéed celery and onions, and poultry seasoning bakes into a savory holiday dressing for your turkey.

A scrumptious cabbage dish that's made with tasty noodles and a dollop of sour cream.

Garlicky chicken pieces sauteed in butter with broccoli and red bell pepper, tossed with linguini and finished with lemon and Parmesan. A 30-minute weeknight pasta.

Sweet cinnamon-spiced pears topped with a buttery sharp cheddar biscuit crust. This easy fruit cobbler brings the classic cheese and pear pairing right to your dessert table.

Penne pasta tossed in a creamy curry sauce with plump shrimp, scallions, and a squeeze of fresh lemon. A rich, indulgent dinner for two that's on the table in 40 minutes with just six ingredients.