10,000 main dish recipes

Chicken fatteh layers toasted pita, saffron-scented rice, poached chicken, and garlicky yogurt in a Levantine feast dish finished with pine nuts, pistachios, and fresh herbs.

Stir-fried sirloin strips tossed with bow-tie pasta, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and Parmesan. This 1993 National Beef Cook-Off recipe is a 30-minute weeknight winner.

Leftover ham or turkey potato pancakes with Dijon mustard, green onions, parsley, and breadcrumb crust, pan-fried golden. 12 crispy patties from last night's leftovers ready in 45 minutes.

Grilled venison marinated in a homemade teriyaki sauce with soy, ginger, and garlic. Cut it into steaks, strips, or bite-size pieces for a wild game twist on a Japanese classic.

Maple-pepper roasted pork loin marinates overnight in lemon, maple syrup, shallots, garlic, thyme, and black pepper, then roasts with a sweet-peppery glaze. A Canadian-inspired roast for a crowd.

Golden sautéed parsnips with apples, pearl onions, fennel seeds, and sage, finished in a glossy honey-mustard cider glaze. A stunning vegetarian side for autumn and winter tables.

Microwave steamed lobster cooked in salted lemon water in just 12 minutes. A fast, no-fuss method for whole live lobster with tender, sweet meat.

Become an All-American by preparing this savory dish that will have you licking your lips.

Rustic tomato soup made with very ripe tomatoes, garlic, and oregano, enriched with small pasta. This Mediterranean-style soup relies on peak-season tomatoes for incredible flavor.

One-dish chicken and rice bake with cream of mushroom soup, just 6 ingredients and minimal prep. Boneless chicken breasts cook right on top of the rice for an easy weeknight dinner.

Red lentils, grated turnip, egg whites, and whole wheat breadcrumbs baked until golden and firm. A hearty vegetarian pie with just 5 ingredients that proves plant-based comfort food can be dead simple.

A fluffy salt cod omelet made with mashed potatoes, cream, and beaten egg whites folded in for lift. This traditional bacalhau omelet is Portuguese comfort food at its simplest.

Olive quiche with a hash brown potato crust, two cheeses, green chilies, and spicy olives. Gluten-free and hearty with a crispy golden potato shell instead of pastry.

Classic cucumber sandwiches on whole wheat with buttery layers, white wine vinegar snap, green onion, and fresh dill. Elegant finger food for tea time, ready in an hour.

Golden cod baked over crispy fried potato strips with shredded salt cod simmered in half-and-half and onions, topped with beaten egg and baked until golden. A Portuguese-inspired bacalhau casserole.

Crispy browned chicken simmered with garlic, rosemary, and white wine, then finished in a rich Parmesan cream sauce. Serve over spaghetti for a true Italian feast.