Recipes with calorie content of ready-made dishes

A pressure cooker makes this creamy rice pudding so easy to make. It's delicious served hot for breakfast or cold for dessert. Allspice, natural vanilla, and cinnamon...

Saag paneer is a delicious and healthy Indian dish made with spicy, creamy spinach and paneer cheese. Unlike most other cheeses, paneer barely melts, and its dense, creamy chunks...

This is perhaps the easiest way to cook spaghetti squash. Prick it all over with a fork and pressure cook it in a slow cooker until fully cooked. This method takes much less time...

Leeks, assorted wild mushrooms, and white wine give this creamy risotto a rich and complex flavor. And the best part about this slow cooker recipe is that you...

Pasta marinara in a rich tomato sauce is one of the easiest Italian dishes to prepare, and in a slow cooker it's even easier and faster. Just 10 minutes of active work, and the rest is...

You can make an incredibly flavorful broth for homemade miso soup in minutes. All thanks to a slow cooker! This version of the soup features tender shiitake mushrooms, silken tofu, fresh...

Using a slow cooker, you can cook a tender whole chicken in less than an hour. It turns out juicy and so tender, the meat will fall right off the bone. If you're looking for a crispy, golden-brown flavor...

Classic lasagna is no longer just a weekend dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's perfect for a midweek after-work dinner. Lasagna is quick to prepare thanks to...

A slow cooker helps you make Indian biryani (a pilaf-like dish) with shrimp quickly and without the mess of extra dishes. First, you fry the shrimp with spices, then pressure cook the shrimp...

If you love the warm, moist center of classic cinnamon rolls, be sure to try this recipe: every roll turns out just like this! These rolls are cooked in a slow cooker...

You'll forget about canned chickpeas for hummus after you try this easy, no-soak slow cooker recipe. Dried beans become very soft in just an hour and...

Cooking frozen chicken breast in a slow cooker is your secret weapon on weekdays when time is tight and there's no time to defrost. After the pressure cooker cycle is complete, be sure to let...

When you need to make egg salad or any other egg salad, this life hack will come to the rescue. It allows you to easily hard-boil a dozen eggs, leaving only the chopping to do. Just imagine, you won't...

Many people imagine making crème brûlée the traditional way, first on the stovetop and then in the oven, as a labor-intensive process requiring special skill. But you can make it much more easily and...

To enjoy fresh summer corn, there's no need to heat up a large pot of water—or the entire kitchen. Cooking corn on the cob in a pressure cooker with minimal water...

A slow cooker will help you cook beef ribs in half the time it would take to braise them on the stovetop, and Coca-Cola added to the sauce will make them incredibly tender and fill them with such a rich flavor, as if...

There are plenty of recipes online for chocolate fondant (aka lava) for the slow cooker, but this version is different in that instead of powdered sugar, the dough uses a mixture of brown sugar and...

This pancake batter appetizer will delight everyone with its delicious combination of banana and chocolate, with a hint of cinnamon. It's quick and easy to make in a slow cooker using store-bought pancake mix. For...

Caramelizing onions usually requires a lot of attention and time. Long, low-heat sautéing ensures the perfect result: tender, evenly golden, and sweet onions. But...

This traditional Southern stew perfectly combines a delicious tomato broth, hearty vegetables, and succulent beef and smoked pork. While not as thick as traditional stews,...

These mini muffins are quick to make in a slow cooker using store-bought corn muffin mix and a silicone egg mold. You'll need just five ingredients and 30 minutes...

This recipe is perfect for when you need a quick and delicious chicken dish with a side dish, like an after-work dinner when you're least inclined to fuss around in the kitchen. Boneless chicken thighs are cooked...

To cook delicious fresh salmon, all you need is high-quality olive oil, salt, black pepper, and a cast-iron grill pan. The fish is first pan-fried on the stovetop and then finished...

These flavorful (thanks to lemongrass, lime, and ginger) chicken wings are simmered in spiced coconut milk until tender, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. Part coconut...

These miniature, individual cheesecakes are baked in a metal muffin pan. Each one is made with a single wafer cookie. Place a cookie in the bottom of each pan and top with a thick...

Pizza is a great way to combine deliciousness with health and add more fresh leafy greens to your diet. A zesty mix of arugula, radicchio, and endive in a tart balsamic dressing...

Delmonico potatoes are a side dish invented in the mid-19th century at the New York restaurant Delmonico's. The exact original recipe has not survived, but the side dish typically consists of...

Spoonbread is a soft, pudding-like cornbread popular in the Southern United States, typically served as a side dish. This recipe features individual loaves baked in a muffin tin. They...

Bake blueberry buckle in individual ramekins so each guest gets their own beautiful serving of juicy berries nestled in a soft cornmeal pie crust. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

These sandwiches aren't made with bread or buns, but with baked potatoes! You'll need large potatoes, preferably without eyes. The potatoes are baked in the microwave, then flattened and...

Beef steak's answer to chicken fingers: small strips of steak are double-dipped in seasoned flour to create a thick, crispy crust after deep-frying. Dip them in the sauce...

There's no need to search the store for a masala chai spice mix: you can easily make your own from individual spices and use it immediately, so the mixture doesn't lose its flavor.

Summer white sangria combines light white wine, Limoncello liqueur, and lemon soda with aromatic cilantro syrup. It makes a unique, refreshing lemonade for adults. Mix the sangria in...

You can give these cookies any citrus flavor by adding lemon, mandarin, or lime zest to the dough. The same zest can be added to the sugar glaze. Spread it on the finished crackled cookies and...

Whole wheat flour and dried fruit make traditional American chocolate chip cookies healthier, enriching them with fiber and essential micronutrients. Along with the chocolate...

Delicious popovers with chicken and vegetables in a velvety sauce will please both adults and children. They are puffed, hollow buns that are filled with filling when served. You can...

This amazing dessert features a layer of lemon sorbet paired beautifully with creamy vanilla ice cream on a ladyfingers crust, all topped with a fluffy meringue cap to protect the ice cream from...

These stuffed peppers are packed with the vibrant flavor of Mexican chicken fajitas. The peppers themselves are used in place of tortillas. Use different colors for a vibrant Mexican look and...

Breakfast smoothies are a great way to get a nutrient-dense boost. In less than five minutes, you can transform whole grains, fruits, and vegetables into a delicious and filling breakfast rich in...

To make healthy cutlets with a crispy breading, first, use lean pork loin, and second, opt for the oven instead of frying. Baking will take...

This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. All-natural pork loin cutlets are quickly pan-fried and topped with a lemon-garlic sauce made with...

Elderflower liqueur infuses this martini with a pleasant floral aroma, while lemon syrup adds a refreshing note. Garnish each glass with a twist of lemon zest and enjoy over a springtime...

Lemon lovers, take note: this simple cake mixes and bakes quickly, producing a light, fluffy, and moist finish. Top it with a simple three-ingredient glaze that will drip deliciously down the sides...

Green beans are perfect for a quick and easy side dish. They cook quickly, just five minutes, to tenderize the beans while maintaining their juiciness and vibrant flavor, making them...

The Mediterranean diet includes a wide variety of plant-based foods: legumes, whole grains, and plenty of seasonal vegetables and fruits. This recipe fully embodies this philosophy, combining several...

Dessert can be a great source of calcium in your diet. Make these healthy no-bake ricotta-filled tartlets (8% of your daily calcium intake—quite a treat).

Lekah, a popular Rosh Hashanah pastry, gets its sweetness from the addition of honey and sugar to the dough, and its warming flavor and aroma from ground cinnamon, allspice, and...

A Banana Split parfait in a clear glass looks more impressive and is also lower in calories: the ice cream melts on top of the fruit and nuts and slowly drips down, so you...

Make a delicious creamy sauce by blending ricotta with fresh homemade basil pesto, hazelnuts, orange zest, and pecorino cheese. Serve as a dip with appetizers, spread on bread, or...

Instead of traditional almonds, these airy pastries are made with ground hazelnuts, acquiring their distinctive flavor that pairs beautifully with the Mochaccino filling. This French classic...