Recipes for main courses using vegetables and mushrooms

Turn traditional mac and cheese into a complete meal, packed with fiber and protein. This recipe features mac and cheese with seared chicken breast pieces and blanched...

If you love pasta in cheese sauce, you'll definitely appreciate this version with Italian gnocchi instead of traditional pasta. Soft potato dough balls coated in a rich...

Serve these festive stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer or side dish, infused with the zesty flavor of thyme, onion, cumin, and vermouth. No need to remove the stems from the caps; just trim them...

Want to make your potato salad more festive? Make it with purple potatoes! This side dish will be a vibrant addition to your dinner and is sure to be a hit, because in addition to...

Stir-fried vegetables are incredibly popular for weeknight dinners. They come pre-cut and packaged, so all you have to do is toss them in the pan. But with this recipe,...

This quick pasta in cheese sauce with tomatoes can be served as a standalone vegetarian dish or as a side dish for meat or chicken. To prepare, you'll need soft cheese...

Spend some free time in the kitchen to prepare a quick dinner for a busy workday, ready to enjoy in minutes without the hassle. Unlike...

On a free weekend, break out your biggest pot and start cooking a huge batch of chili. All the time spent on this dish will be worth it during the week, when you realize...

If you prefer buying frozen meals in bags so you can easily prepare dinner on a moment's notice, you'll love the idea of ​​making your own frozen meals...

For this recipe, the cauliflower head is cut into quarters rather than the usual florets. Firstly, this makes the vegetarian dish look more impressive when served. Secondly, the large pieces...

The beautiful Italian word "Primavera" (Spring) can be used to describe not only the famous pasta, but also any dish that you add juicy vegetables to and that you fill with spring green colors, for example,...

Traditional shepherd's pie is made with a lamb filling that is simmered in a pan with mushrooms and vegetables until it forms a thick sauce, then topped with a thick layer of...

Don't wait for the pasta water to boil; cook it like risotto! Cook penne pasta at a low simmer, absorbing the chicken broth in small batches until it's fully cooked.

Roasted butternut squash and crispy pancetta nestle comfortably in this pasta casserole with tomato sauce and an Asiago cheese topping. Vegetable-rich pasta isn't just...

This healthy casserole is packed with flavor and fiber. Chicken breast pieces, kale, and sliced ​​artichokes are baked in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce under...

Pork tenderloin is rubbed with a spice mixture containing ground coriander, quickly pan-fried until crisp, and finished in the oven. The meat turns out incredibly tender and juicy. And...

Rub salmon fillet with a mixture of paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and salt and pan-fry until crispy. Serve with healthy, low-calorie mashed potatoes. Part...

This Thai curry is made with tofu, butternut squash, green beans, and bell peppers, simmered in a flavorful, savory sauce made with red curry paste and coconut milk. To make the dish...

All healthy eating enthusiasts simply need to make friends with a spiralizer, a vegetable cutter that will allow you and your loved ones to enjoy a variety of vegetable noodles. The star of this...

To make this delicious and healthy dinner, bone-in pork loin cutlets are quickly pan-fried and then finished with cabbage and apples. Before frying...

This typically Asian dish is incredibly easy to prepare, delicious, and light! Plus, it takes less than half an hour. Salmon fillet is pan-fried and served with steamed cabbage...

This simple, quick-to-prepare skillet dish is perfect for an after-work dinner. The kale is pan-fried with spicy andouille sausage for a savory, yet...

This healthy brown rice tuna bowl is packed with vegetables and vibrant flavor, thanks to a tangy yogurt sauce and turmeric-infused baked sweet potato. It can be made with fresh ingredients or...

Cabbage is delicious fresh in a coleslaw, but when slowly simmered in large chunks in a tomato sauce with white wine, this vegetable becomes something completely new – it simply melts in...

Try a delicious combination of pumpkin, turnips, celery, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms, steamed in aromatic oriental spices in a parchment-wrapped package. Each serving comes with its own...

Beef will be juicy and tender if roasted whole and cut into steaks just before serving. Before placing the meat in the oven, sear it on all sides until golden brown...

Each serving of this Latin-inspired dish is baked in a separate parchment-lined wrapper. Before baking, boneless, skinless chicken thighs are marinated for several hours in a spicy paste...

This hummus recipe uses almost all the traditional ingredients, including tahini, olive oil, and lemon juice. But there's one unexpected ingredient that's a pleasant...

Beets are one of the healthiest and most affordable winter vegetables. Despite their apparent simplicity, they can make a delicious appetizer that will surprise even the most discerning palate. Make baked...

Shrimp, fresh vegetables, and cooked vegetables complement each other beautifully in this hearty salad with the vibrant flavor of arugula pesto with pine nuts, lemon, and Parmesan. This colorful salad is sure to captivate not only...

Hearty potato gnocchi and pieces of fried Italian sausage make this dish perfect for a cold day. But its true charm lies in the humble cabbage. It adds a touch of juiciness to the dish,...

Browned butter is a great way to infuse simple green beans with a deep, rich, nutty flavor. In this recipe, when frying, the butter...

Glazed Brussels sprouts are a great holiday side dish—delicious, healthy, impressive, and a crowd-pleaser. This recipe combines sugar, sherry, and butter to create a...

Olive oil is often used as a building block in cooking, but in this recipe, extra virgin olive oil is more than just a background ingredient. Its fruity...

A blend of tangy harissa, honey, lemon, and cumin pairs beautifully with sweet butternut squash. Simply combine all the ingredients in a pan and bake until the squash is coated...

Gluten-free bread goes stale faster than regular bread, and this casserole is a great way to use it up, creating a new, delicious dish while saving money. Strata is typically baked with bread...

To make Italian pasta alla Norma (pasta with eggplant, tomatoes, and cheese) gluten-free, don't look for gluten-free pasta at the store—use zucchini instead! With...

Frozen grated potatoes for frying are convenient, and you'll also get a super-crispy potato pancake that's served as a sandwich with thinly sliced ​​roast beef, cheese, and rings...

Green peas infuse Italian pasta "Cacio e Peppe" with black pepper and grated cheese with veggie richness, a more refreshing flavor, and healthy plant-based protein. Because black pepper and cheese...

This fluffy Italian-style omelet is enough to serve a crowd. Combine beaten eggs with Swiss cheese, finely chopped ham, and green peas for a delicious and filling...

This version of oxtail and lima bean stew is prepared in a Jamaican style. Oxtails are simmered for several hours in a flavorful sauce made with spicy habanero peppers, ginger, and allspice until...

Treat your loved ones to this hearty Italian-style family dinner. Pan-fried beef steak, rubbed with fragrant rosemary, is thinly sliced ​​and served with a few...

Although stuffed pasta shells take a while to prepare, this dish is worth the effort, as it turns out very presentable and is perfect for...

This thick and warming beef and vegetable stew is the perfect dish for winter Sunday evenings. The beauty of this recipe is that it simmers for several hours in a slow cooker. You can...

Grilled salmon is served with a light sauce of cherry tomato halves sautéed with garlic and sweet onions in a little balsamic vinegar. The tomatoes literally melt when served, and...

Once you try this juicy, hearty vegetarian lasagna, you'll forget all about the meat. It's made with a rich tomato-carrot sauce, layered over noodles with...

This luxurious roast is actually easy to prepare. Ask for the center cut of tenderloin at the butcher's counter: the even thickness ensures a perfect roast. The tenderloin is first seared on...

These "smart" cutlets are made with bulgur, making them incredibly healthy, tasty, and budget-friendly: for 4 servings, you'll need just 200 grams of ground beef. By reducing the amount...

Picadillo is a popular Latin American dish made from ground meat sautéed with tomatoes, spices, raisins, and olives. It can be used as a filling for tacos and burritos, for example, or...

Boiled beets served with a homemade pesto sauce made with parsley, walnuts, and pecorino sheep's cheese. An incredible combination of flavors and easy preparation. This dish works with regular red beets,...