10,000 low king recipes

Tuna almandine casserole made with noodles, canned tuna, mushrooms, and onion baked in almond sauce. Five minutes of prep, 25 minutes in the oven, dinner done.

This dark sauce takes advantage of chocolate's affinity for red wine. Dutch process cocoa lends the sauce richer chocolate flavor than regular unsweetened cocoa.

Warm tomato vinaigrette with passata, herbed white wine vinegar, olive oil, and fresh parsley. A 4-ingredient sauce for grilled fish, chicken, pasta, or salads.

Traditional English piccalilli with cauliflower, cucumber, pearl onions, and green tomatoes in a turmeric-mustard sauce. Homemade mustard pickle that improves with keeping.

Refreshing chilled strawberry ginger soup with fresh berries and spicy warmth. Elegant cold fruit soup perfect for summer entertaining or light dessert.

Cooked green chili salsa with simmered onion, garlic, green chilies, and fresh tomatoes blended smooth. A quick, mild Mexican-style salsa verde that works as a dip, sauce, or enchilada topping.

Broiled polenta squares topped with a quick fresh tomato and garlic sauce with parsley. A simple Italian vegetarian appetizer or snack with crisp edges and a soft, creamy center.

Basil-Vegetable Saute with zucchini, bell peppers, scallions, and fresh basil, ready in 15 minutes. A low-calorie, vegan side dish that works alongside grilled meats or pasta.

Orzo with fresh tomato sauce: rice-shaped pasta tossed with quickly cooked summer tomatoes, garlic, basil, and red pepper flakes. Ready in 20 minutes.

Chilled cucumber dill soup blended smooth with soy milk for a creamy, dairy-free summer soup. A light vegan cucumber soup with garlic and fresh dill served cold.

Coriander pork chops crusted with toasted ground coriander seed and cracked black pepper, braised with white wine, rosemary, and aromatic vegetables. The fragrant Mediterranean-style chop with a velvety pan sauce.

Traditional Mexican tortilla soup with fried tortilla strips simmered in a garlicky tomato broth with chili powder, topped with grated cheese. Simple, warming, and ready in 45 minutes.

Greek souvlaki with lamb or pork marinated overnight in olive oil, lemon, white wine, garlic, and oregano then grilled on skewers. Includes a smart make-ahead method for parties.

Jalapeño salsa cooked on the stovetop with fresh tomatoes, garlic, onion, cilantro, and a surprising kick of chopped green olives. A bright cooked salsa that goes with chips, tacos, eggs, and grilled meats.

Ticino-style brown rice mushroom risotto with rosemary, dried mushrooms, and red wine. A rustic Swiss-Italian vegetarian dish from Italian-speaking Switzerland.

Steamed salmon in orange-tomato sauce poaches skinless salmon fillets over a bright reduction of orange juice, white wine, garlic, and plum tomatoes, perfumed with fresh basil. A light, low-fat 35-minute weeknight dinner.