Recipes for main courses using vegetables and mushrooms

This Caesar salad recipe features a whole romaine heart tossed in a creamy Parmesan dressing. Serve with whole-grain toast, a fried egg, and crispy bacon on the side.

A simple pizza with tomatoes and Parmesan cheese is topped with a fresh, crisp Caesar salad in a creamy dressing before serving, resulting in a truly moist pizza. If you have store-bought pizza dough on hand,...

If you love pasta in a thick, cheesy sauce, you'll definitely love this casserole, literally bursting with gooey Parmesan cheese, salty bits of pancetta, and green peas. And top it off with a tender casserole...

Enjoy the combination of fresh, sweet tomatoes, creamy Brie cheese, and fragrant basil. This no-cook sauce is made with just four ingredients in the time it takes to cook the pasta.

These shell pasta shells are baked in a rich tomato sauce with mushrooms, eggplant, salami slices, and plenty of cheese, and thanks to their shape, they're literally filled with all this deliciousness...

Pasta horns are tossed with chicken, corn, black beans, onions, and tomatoes in a creamy cilantro dressing for a delicious, filling Mexican-inspired salad. Perfect for...

This ziti pasta salad is packed with the vibrant flavors of the popular BLT combination (bacon, lettuce, and tomato), but instead of the traditional lettuce, use arugula. Its zesty note elevates the salad's flavor...

Roasted bell peppers complement olive-oil-sautéed shrimp perfectly in this hearty and delicious farfalle pasta salad, tossed in a creamy dressing with fresh parsley, celery, and...

Dress this pasta salad with green peas and ham with a creamy dressing topped with fresh mint and parsley for a perfect spring treat for Easter, just when everyone's missing...

Grilled chicken adds flavor to this pasta salad, while broccoli adds juiciness. The chicken breast can be grilled on an outdoor grill, an electric grill, or a grill pan.

This rich, cheesy pasta casserole in tomato sauce is filled with eggplant and chunks of pepperoni, which add a zesty flavor. Another secret to this casserole's delicious taste is...

Enjoy the best flavors of summer all year long with this pasta salad with corn and tomatoes in a creamy sour cream dressing with green onions. Frozen corn is always...

You can even make delicious seafood pasta on a campfire while camping, by making a small batch at home. Your secret weapon is thin capellini (angel hair) pasta, which is boiled...

These low-calorie cabbage rolls are made with tender turkey and cauliflower instead of rice, but they're just as delicious as classic cabbage rolls. Bake them in tomato sauce in the oven and serve...

A simplified version of the classic Valencian rice dish with chicken, chorizo, mussels, clams, and shrimp. Valerie Bertinelli cooks paella in the oven, and the dish turns out perfect: the rice...

A cheesy Mexican chicken enchilada will turn any dinner into a true fiesta. Valerie Bertinelli adds grilled chicken to the filling, but she doesn't skimp on the sauce, because the sauce...

The highlight of this dish is the glazed fried bacon. Its sweet and savory bits perfectly complement the flavors of both the rice and vegetables. Snow peas, tomatoes, and bell peppers add richness to the rice, and...

This recipe turns Italian pasta alla vodka into a perfect appetizer for house parties. Your guests will never have tasted anything like this! Deep-fry the cooked pasta shells to...

"Dim sum literally translates as 'filling the heart.' And I love filling my belly with this Cantonese breakfast!" shares Jet Tila. "It originated in small teahouses in southern China, where tea..."

Rich shiitake mushrooms, sweet pumpkin, and ginger make a perfect combination for autumn wonton filling. The wontons are deep-fried, creating a deliciously crispy texture with a tender vegetable filling.

Crispy-skirted dumplings are essentially pan-fried dumplings with a thin, crispy outer layer. They're popular at izakayas throughout Japan, where they're called hanetsuki gyoza (gyoza with...

Traditional green bean casserole is a true feast of flavors and textures! Green beans in a fragrant creamy sauce with mushrooms and a bouquet of aromatic herbs are baked under a layer of crispy...

Tender sugar snap peas can be eaten on the pod, or for a simple and delicious Asian-inspired side dish, steam them and toss with sesame oil, ginger, and...

Sweet, crisp apple is a pleasant surprise in this Asian salad. It pairs beautifully with crisp wonton strips, toasted almonds, and a sweet-tart sesame-ginger glaze.

Fluffy waffles with a rich, meaty topping are perfect for a Sunday brunch. Made with a savory batter, sharp cheddar cheese, and coarsely ground black pepper, they're served with...

Shakshuka is a Maghreb dish that has won the hearts of millions of people worldwide. It's cooked in one pan and is typically served for breakfast or dinner. Eggs are simmered in a thick...

You're sure to love this sandwich, which is much easier to make than classic Eggs Benedict and tastes just as amazing. First, you don't have to cook perfect...

This bread casserole is perfect for both brunch and dinner. Sweet and spicy caramelized onions and spinach make it deliciously moist, and a generous helping of grated Gruyere...

This is a simple, yet delicious and filling breakfast burrito without any frills. The best thing about this recipe is its basic nature. Its main components are scrambled eggs and fried potatoes with sweet...

Pork shoulder is generously rubbed with a seasoning paste made from salt, paprika, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, wine vinegar, and olive oil and baked in the oven until the tender meat begins to...

This roasted and fresh vegetable salad is as bright and colorful as the Mardi Gras carnival for which it's named. Orange sweet potatoes, yellow beets, purple cabbage, and green onions...

Biscuits have a different texture than traditional burger buns, but they're also perfect for sandwiches if you're looking for new flavor combinations. Grease the bun...

The perfect braised cabbage balances sweetness, tartness, spice, and fruitiness perfectly. This recipe ticks all the boxes. Instead of white cabbage, opt for...

Pan-fried salmon fillet with a beautiful crust of Dijon mustard and Provencal herbs is served with a salad of grilled red cabbage, roasted bell peppers, olives and oranges.

This complete dish is made with just five ingredients. Natural chicken sausages are pan-fried for a beautiful crust and served with red cabbage stewed with apples and red...

The patties for these sandwiches are made with canned tuna in its own juices, sautéed celery, chili pepper, garlic, and spices. Fry them until crispy and serve...

Red cabbage's vibrant purple color is due to the presence of anthocyanins, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This makes it superior in nutritional value...

Make it fish day today and treat your loved ones to these amazing salmon tacos. Even those who say they don't like fish will love it this way! The salmon is generously sprinkled with chili powder, grilled...

Pan-fried Arctic char fillet is served with red cabbage braised in butter. The highlight of this dish is the super-crispy fish skin. Remove it from the finished fillet and fry it with another...

Beef brisket is braised for several hours in a cauldron in the oven until it becomes incredibly juicy and tender, perfect for sandwiches with tart coleslaw. And the secret ingredient in this sandwich is...

Natural turkey breast patties are grilled and served with braised red cabbage and butter-roasted oranges. The delicate flavor of turkey, seasoned only with salt and black pepper...

A light and crispy corn tortilla is served with shredded Yucatan-style chicken, marinated in orange juice and grilled. The chicken is complemented by a fresh red pepper salad...

This mouth-watering tart with a golden crust and gooey cheese is a perfect way to enjoy spring asparagus. The delicate flavor of the asparagus is harmoniously complemented by sweet leeks and spicy thyme, all on...

Juicy, fried bone-in pork loin cutlets rubbed with garlic, lime zest, oregano, and cumin are served with a bright, slightly sweet plantain and bell pepper hash. The result...

Sweet crab meat, creamy cheese, and crisp bell peppers come together beautifully in this super-simple yet delicious appetizer that's guaranteed to please everyone...

This recipe infuses classic stuffed artichokes with all the traditional ingredients of crab cakes, including Old Bay seafood seasoning and a crispy breading. If you...

This light, bright, and tart salad hails from the US state of Oklahoma. It's made with one of the state's staple crops, black-eyed beans, or cowpeas. The beans are tossed in a vinaigrette...

Cinnamon, currants, and carrots add a subtle sweetness to this Middle Eastern side dish. Toss the finished couscous with mint and cilantro for a refreshing twist and serve with grilled meat or poultry.

If you made delicious homemade corned beef and vegetable side dishes for last night's holiday dinner and have leftovers, use them to make a quick breakfast this morning! Sliced...

This colorful layered salad captures all the delights of a bountiful summer harvest. Tomatoes and corn are pre-grilled, intensifying their flavor. Assemble the salad in...