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Look for sweet potato noodles in Asian or Korean grocery stories. This easy and tasty stir-fry takes no time to make, and it tastes delicious. Lots of classic Asian flavors can be found in this dish. Yum.

Classic beef chili with crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, and an 8-tablespoon hit of chili powder warmed up with cumin, coriander, and allspice. Simmered until thick and adjustable from mild to wildfire.

Crispy fried falafel balls with chickpeas, herbs, and warm spices. Classic Middle Eastern vegetarian patties served in pita with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce.

Remember the Alamo Chili: a hearty Texas-style ground beef chili built on fresh hot chilies, garlic, cumin and citrusy Mexican oregano in a rich tomato base. Add beans if you must, and finish with a cool spoonful of sour cream.

Solo stir-fry for one with marinated chicken, beef, or pork tossed with broccoli and celery in a quick ginger-garlic sauce. Single-serving Chinese-style dinner ready in 30 minutes.

Instead of baking in the oven, I cooked it in a skillet. Browned the onions with a bit olive oil and garlic first, next browned carrots and celeries; then added remaining ingredients, brought to a boil, and simmered for about 30 minutes. Very tasty and filling, I had it with a few warm corn tortillas. Yum!

Sharp cheddar cheese, sauteed red onion, black bean and corn make a delicious filling for the quesadillas. Warm the assembled quesadillas in the pan, which melts the cheese nicely and crisp up the tortillas. Salsa is a great side to go along with these cheesy and warm quesadillas.

Super easy, bacon cheese and chicken breasts in a creamy sauce made in your slow cooker.

A from-scratch chili con carne made with dried pinto beans, lean ground beef, and a smoky blend of cumin, oregano, and chili powder. Simmers into a thick, soul-warming bowl that's lower in sodium than most.

Tex-Mex meatball chili stew with crushed tortilla chip-bound meatballs simmered in picante sauce, tomatoes, and kidney beans. Topped with cilantro and more tortilla chips for crunch.

Texas-style Brownsville chili with ground beef, dried pinto beans, jalapeños, and a hint of cinnamon. A border-town big-batch chili serving up to 32 with that distinctive sweet-savory backbone.

Chili N'Awlins is a New Orleans-style beef and pork chili with green chiles, oregano, and a Cajun edge. Topped with corn chips, sharp cheddar, and shredded lettuce for a hearty crowd-feeder.

A succulent chicken dish that tastes amazing when served with basmati rice or thai noodles.

Creamy feta sauce adds zip, and cucumbers adds a pleasant crunch to a juicy hamburger.

A simply delicious meal for busy week-days or a cozy dish on the weekends. Layers of yummy flavor and can be served with any pasta.

This spicy Indian dish is best served with basmati or jasmine rice, warm nan, and ready-made mint chutney. A mango sorbet would be a nice finish to this meal.