Recipes with calorie content of ready-made dishes

The star of this vegetable stew isn't the eggplant, traditional for Sicilian caponata, but the bell pepper. Roast it until blackened, then remove the charred skin, toss the tender peppers with raisins,...

Sweet butternut squash and salty, crunchy pieces of pancetta meet in this pasta for a unique and unusual combination. The pumpkin isn't added in the usual chunks, but...

Meet one of West Virginia's most popular snacks. These rolls filled with savory pepperoni and cheese can be found in stores and diners across the state. And instead of round...

A crust made from a blend of coarsely ground peppers makes a beef steak truly delicious without the need for additional seasoning. Simply pan-fry it to the desired doneness, let it rest for a bit, and...

The combination of mint white chocolate and dark chocolate chip cookies is the perfect dessert for the winter holidays. You'll get a big batch of cookies that you can break into pieces and serve...

This delicate bread with citrusy, spicy notes uses pureed Hachiya persimmon. It should be overripe, like a balloon filled with water, so you don't have to puree the pulp. So...

Unlike other legumes, lentils don't require soaking, making them ideal for a quick, healthy midweek dinner. To ensure lentils (any kind) are tender, but not...

At first glance, these spectacular holiday cookies seem complicated to make, but they're not! The cookie dough is divided in half, and a little cocoa powder is added to one half to create two...

Enjoy the combination of savory and sweet in this pizza with pepperoni sausage and spicy pickled peppers. Hot honey enhances their savory flavor while adding a touch of...

There's no such thing as a good thing! And this cake is a perfect example: it's got peanut butter, chocolate, and coconut, all of which complement each other perfectly. Chocolate...

If canned tuna is your main ingredient today, make it into an elegant dinner that's even perfect for serving to guests. It's a great alternative to tuna salad (goodbye...

These soft chocolate truffles are filled with toasted pecan bits and sweet-tart dried cherries, topped with crunchy turbinado sugar. Make them as a gift for loved ones or as a treat...

Enjoy the combination of chocolate and mint in this cozy winter drink, the taste of which is sure to set the holiday mood. In addition to cocoa, real chocolate is added to the milk, resulting in a...

These adorable muffins taste as wonderful as they look. If you love peanut butter, try it with berry jam. Peanut butter is added to the muffin batter and...

This ice cream cake will delight everyone with its classic combination of peanut butter and jam, and its base is made with fluffy Angel Food sponge cake. Use store-bought sponge cake, and you won't have to...

Breakfast cereal desserts are simple, delicious, and crunchy. Kids love them, and older kids can make them themselves, as the recipe requires no baking. These crispy, sweet-and-savory bars...

Even a beginner can make this simple cheesecake: instead of a crust, simply line the bottom of the pan with gingersnaps, top with cream cheese filling, and bake. Peach...

This fridge cake is a baklava lover's dream come true. It features the familiar combination of honey and pistachios, along with juicy peaches. The cake requires no baking, but it does need to set well in...

There's something inexplicably pleasant and addictive about this elegant, gluten-free dessert. It's crispy yet tender and sweet. The meringue is whipped with powdered sugar, creating...

Pâtissière is a classic vanilla custard thickened with egg yolks and cornstarch. You can fill doughnuts, éclairs, or other pastries with pâtissière, or simply enjoy it on its own...

Brine the turkey with cilantro, mustard, garlic, and black pepper for a delicious pastrami flavor. Brine the whole turkey for up to 12 hours, and before roasting...

Meaty beef ribs are braised in a sauce with cabbage and pickles until tender and falling off the bone. This sauce gives them a delicious flavor...

This falafel is made with chickpeas, green peas, and fresh mint, resulting in a soft, crispy interior with a refreshing flavor. Fry until crispy and serve with aromatic bulgur...

Peach cobbler has never been easier to make! This is a no-fuss, no-dish pie. Instead of cake mix, we use store-bought corn muffin mix, which...

Patatas bravas are Spanish fried potatoes, but they're served not as a side dish, but as an appetizer with alcoholic drinks, or tapas. Therefore, the potatoes are cut into cubes that are easy to pierce...

This unique appetizer is made with all the ingredients of a classic Reuben sandwich: thinly sliced ​​beef, melty cheese, sauerkraut, and a flavorful dressing of mayonnaise, ketchup, and horseradish.

"Pasticho is a Venezuelan version of lasagna, and in my opinion, it's a cross between a croque-monsieur and an Italian lasagna," shares recipe author Larisa Alvarez. "It has a rich flavor..."

Ragù, a stew prepared in northern Italy, is renowned for its heartiness and is made primarily with meat and a small amount of tomatoes. This recipe follows the Italian tradition, using beef...

Roasted broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes, and mozzarella are a wonderful combination for pasta. It's sauce-free, but coated in the aromatic oil from a jar of sun-dried tomatoes. And reserve some of the starchy cooking water...

Lentils typically play a starring role in side dishes, but in this dish they play a secondary, yet no less important role: together with the fried pancetta, they imbue the pasta with a rich, full-bodied flavor and...

Pasta with mussels and shrimp in a light tomato sauce with celery is packed with a gamut of flavors, with spicy notes of chili and the subtle tartness of dry white wine. The seafood is ready in just a few...

Make a quick chocolate pudding mix, pour it over chia seeds, then simply let it set overnight in the fridge for a thick, delicious pudding perfect for breakfast...

Bake one large cookie with dark, semisweet, and white chocolate chips. They'll be perfectly crispy around the edges and soft in the center. One cookie will feed a crowd, or...

If you love crumbly potatoes, this is a dream come true! These stuffed potatoes are prepared carbonara-style. Each potato is filled with creamy mashed potatoes with bacon bits,...

Cook latkes in the oven and you'll save a lot of time and oil. They'll be crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and lower in calories than pan-fried latkes. In...

This oven-baked chicken is healthier than deep-fried chicken, but just as crispy. It's all thanks to the crushed cornflake breading. Roll the chicken breast in the seasoned flakes and bake for...

Here's a great way to cook the perfect steak quickly and without fuss: no need to fry it on the stovetop and fill the kitchen with smoke. To get a nice crust in the oven, it's important to place it on...

This taco spit will delight your guests: a huge stack of tender pork loin slices is skewered on a pineapple-inserted spit and topped with a pineapple crown. The stack is sliced...

These salads are typically served as a side dish to huge steaks in American steakhouses: a quarter head of iceberg lettuce is served on a plate with a blue cheese dressing, bacon, and balsamic glaze.

A fun way to make your favorite cookies even better: turn them into mini summer watermelon cookies! For this recipe, in addition to the Oreo cookies themselves, you'll need red and green melt-in-the-mouth...

Mulnaengmyeon is a cold noodle dish served in an ice-cold broth with various garnishes or toppings, which may vary from restaurant to restaurant. Although this dish is rarely made from scratch at home...

This salad is made with the fillings of the New Orleans muffuletta sandwich: pickled vegetables, olives, cheese, and deli meats. The addition of boiled tortellini and cheese makes it very filling and nutritious.

These miniature bread rolls are packed with all the flavors of the popular New Orleans muffuletta sandwich. Soft, pliable white sandwich bread is best for making these rolls.

Greek moussaka is a succulent layer of eggplant and a rich meat sauce, baked under a creamy cheese sauce topping. It's filling and beautiful, perfect for large groups...

These cupcakes are infused with the flavor of a classic Moscow Mule, with spicy notes of candied ginger and a refreshing lime syrup. The cakes are topped with a vanilla lime buttercream, which...

Despite its convoluted name, stromboli is a pizza rolled into a roll. The preparation method is very simple: all the ingredients are placed on a rolled-out pizza dough, which is then...

Mooncakes are traditionally served in China and Vietnam during the Mid-Autumn Festival, when families gather to celebrate the harvest and pray for longevity and good fortune. Mooncakes, or...

If you're a fan of the Monte Cristo sandwich, you'll love this version, inspired by the Indian omelet sandwich. It's just as crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and dusted with sugar...

"My mother moved to the United States from Colombia when she was 16," says recipe author Claudia Sidoti. "She got married at 17, had her first child at 18, and quickly had to...

"My mom is an incredible cook," says recipe author Robert Blaifer. "I always looked forward to big family dinners, not only to see relatives, but also because I knew...