10 philly recipes

Lightened Philly cheesesteak-style sandwich with shaved lean roast beef, sautéed green peppers and onions, and melted reduced-fat cheddar on whole-wheat buns. A 20-minute cheesesteak shortcut for two.

Two-layer chocolate cheesecake with a dark chocolate base and creamy vanilla top in a chocolate cookie crust. The Kraft Philly classic with no springform required.

Two-meat Sunday chili with cubed sirloin tip and ground beef, three cans of tomatoes, chili beans, wine, and a generous spice rub. Cook, cool, reheat for deep flavor.

Steamed mussels in a spicy tomato, white wine, and red chilli sauce with garlic and spring onions. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the broth.

Singapore chilli crab: cracked blue swimmer crabs simmered in a sweet-tangy tamarind, ginger and bird's eye chili sauce. Hawker stall classic, messy, hands-on, completely worth the cleanup.

A hearty vegetarian lentil chili simmered from red lentils, kidney beans, tomatoes, peppers, and fresh chili. High in protein and fiber, easy to make in one pot, and as fiery as you like.

Raw fresh chilli chutney with mint, ginger, and lime juice. No cooking required, just chop and mix 15 minutes before serving. A fiery Indian-style condiment for serious heat lovers.

Use this creamy dip on a vegetable dip or as a companion with tortilla chips.

Phyllis's avocado quick bread with mashed ripe avocado, sour milk, pecans, and a mix of unbleached and whole wheat pastry flour. Faintly green, tender, and a clever way to use up an over-ripe avocado.

Tart green mango, fresh lemongrass, and red chili slices create a bright Southeast Asian salsa that cuts through rich grilled meats and seafood in just 8 minutes.