58 california recipes

Big-batch California brownies with walnuts and optional candied orange peel. Fudgy chocolate brownies that bake in two pans for parties, bake sales or freezer stock.

Made this California quesadillas for breakfast this morning. It came out surprisingly delicious. As the photos show, they came out cheesy, oozy but not too sweet. The sweetness from the pear and figs balanced greatly with the brie cheese. It's a quick, easy and tasty recipe.

The crock pot was scrapped clean. Best rating I could have gotten. Everyone raved at how good it was.

Grilled flank steak rubbed with garlic paste, chili powder, Chinese five spice, and ginger. Marinate for 2 hours, grill for 18 minutes, and serve up bold, smoky slices.

A great summer sandwich! Tasty and light, grilling gives the vegetables nice smoky taste. A little bit garlic and lemon juice brighten up the mayonnaise; feta cheese gives the cheesiness and slightly saltiness, which is a great additional topping of the sandwich.

Chunky California beef and bean chili made with cubed round steak, scratch-cooked beans and fresh-toasted cumin. Three peppers and a jalapeño build layered heat in this lean, hearty bowl.

Fresh California tomato summer soup with diced ripe tomatoes, pasta shells, carrots, celery, onion, and basil in chicken broth. A garden-driven minestrone built for peak tomato season. Topped with Parmesan.

Bright, citrusy California-style carrots tossed with fresh orange sections and zest. A fat-free vegetarian side dish that brings sunshine to any plate in just 30 minutes.

A homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza to rival the likes of the one you'll find at California Pizza Kitchen.

Herb and goat cheese stuffed crepes with a reduction sauce. Very sophisticated

California-style bouillabaisse with lobster, snapper, halibut, shrimp, crab, clams, oysters, and mussels in saffron-fennel broth with white wine and tomato. Pacific coast classic.

Savory ground beef and pork simmered with olives, capers, raisins, and almonds in a spiced tomato sauce. A picadillo-style dish served over rice, bread, or in pita pockets.

California pizza topped with melted cheddar, black olives, sliced avocado, alfalfa sprouts, sour cream, and crumbled bacon. A retro West Coast pizza in 25 minutes.

California confection bars with dried figs, sunflower seeds, wheat germ, coconut, and walnuts baked on a graham cracker crust with sweetened condensed milk.

A delicate fusion of flavors, featuring a flaky crust filled with tender artichoke hearts, succulent zucchini, and a generous layer of creamy Monterey Jack cheese. Baked to perfection, this quiche is a delicious representation of the Golden State's diverse culinary offerings.

One-skillet ground turkey dinner with elbow macaroni, sweet corn, tomato soup, chili powder, and gooey melted cheddar. Cozy, filling, and just one pan to wash.