Recipe Sifter

A traditional seasoning that is perfect for meats and vegetables.

Festive ham slices baked low and slow with brown sugar, whole cloves, and canned plums in their own juice. A sweet, fruity glazed ham with just 4 ingredients and minimal effort.

Wok-fried broccoli and mushrooms in oyster sauce with garlic, cooked fast and hot for crisp-tender vegetables with a savory, glossy coating. A Chinese takeout side in 20 minutes.

Blanched broccoli dressed with sesame oil, soy sauce, and toasted sesame seeds. A simple Asian-style side dish served at room temperature in under 20 minutes.

Broiled fish fillets finished with a deviled cheese topping of cheddar, chili sauce, mustard, and horseradish. Five-ingredient quick weeknight seafood dinner.

Broiled tomato sandwich on toasted bread with balsamic-marinated tomatoes, Parmesan and herbed mayonnaise. 15-minute vegetarian lunch or light dinner.

Rustic wholemeal scones sweetened with honey and ready in 25 minutes. Just 6 ingredients, no mixer needed. Split them warm and slather with butter and jam.

Brunch pizza topped with ham, mozzarella, and a poured egg-milk custard baked on pizza dough until set and golden. Five ingredients, 30 minutes.

A thick, tomato-based Southern Brunswick stew with diced chicken, lima beans, corn, and okra simmered in broth with Worcestershire and a splash of hot sauce. Hearty, no-fuss comfort food that feeds six.

Quick garlic butter noodles tossed with melted butter, garlic powder, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese. A 10-minute side dish with just 5 ingredients. Comfort food at its simplest.

Cabbage fruit salad with a tangy sour cream dressing, diced apples, and raisins. A no-cook slaw tossed in pineapple juice and lemon for a sweet, creamy crunch that chills beautifully.

South Indian molagootal with mung dal, cabbage, potatoes, and peas in a coconut-spiced broth. A protein-rich vegetarian curry ready in 30 minutes.

A very savory, Yucutan style tortilla chip that goes well with almost any salsa or dip.

Cantaloupe Melba with sliced melon, raspberry sherbet, and a fresh raspberry Melba sauce. An elegant no-cook dessert with optional orange liqueur.

White chocolate orange buttercream for a holiday Buche de Noel, made with egg yolks, half-and-half, and Grand Marnier. Part 1 of a stunning Christmas log cake topped with toasted almonds and cranberries.

This is a easy and tasty dessert, you can always server it after dinner.