Main course recipes

A traditional French dish of beef braised in a rich sauce made with beef broth and Burgundy red wine, along with garlic, carrots, onions, and mushrooms. Boeuf bourguignon is distinguished by its...

When you want to impress your guests with a sophisticated, light appetizer, try ceviche. This Peruvian salad is made with raw seafood marinated in citrus juice and served with vegetables.

This quick-to-prepare dish will captivate you with its exotic appearance and amazing flavor. Crispy breaded white fish is served with a Caribbean-style salsa. The perfect breading for the snapper is...

This easy-to-make vegetarian dish is filled with the delicious flavors of Levantine cuisine. Couscous is steamed in boiling water, loosened, and served with stewed vegetables and Moroccan pesto. For...

This delicious and juicy vegetarian lasagna is made on the stovetop in a skillet and requires no baking. You'll need special pasta sheets that don't require boiling or baking. The rest...

The recipe uses marinated artichoke bottoms. Their bowl-shaped shape makes them an excellent base for the filling. The artichokes are arranged in a baking dish, sprinkled with breadcrumbs...

A refreshing salad of juicy nectarines and tomatoes, the sweetness of which contrasts beautifully with the tart olive oil and white balsamic vinegar dressing, and the salty firmness of...

This cheerful salad combines boiled bow-tie pasta with rainbow-colored vegetables: green edamame beans, yellow corn, red bell peppers, and fresh orange carrots. All the ingredients...

These flatbreads are made with masa harina flour, made from specially processed corn. This flour is widely used in Latin American countries, especially Mexico, for various baked goods,...

Make a savory relish with black-eyed beans, which makes a great appetizer for a main course. It can also be spread on bread, used in sandwiches, or wrapped in...

Israeli cucumber and tomato salad is a simple combination of fresh, juicy vegetables popular in many cuisines around the world and known by many names. It's made from...

In the southern US, chow chow is a type of pickled vegetable relish. One of the most delicious variations is chow chow with tomatoes. This recipe uses a variety of heirloom tomatoes, including various varieties and colors.

Green beans are boiled for a few minutes and immediately plunged into ice water to preserve their juiciness and slight crunch. The beans are then tossed with an interesting...

Prepare a superb light Mediterranean-style dish. Large scallops are dredged in salted flour and pan-fried in a mixture of olive oil and rendered lard...

For this dish, salmon fillet and new potatoes are steamed. The potatoes are steamed first in the lower compartment of the steamer, and the fish is added to the upper compartment 8 minutes before it's done. Serve drizzled with...

Top blade steak is a cut from the shoulder of a beef steer with a long rib running down the center. When grilled, the rib tenderizes, making the steak almost as tender and juicy as filet mignon...

Enjoy the traditional English dish of fish and chips without the hassle of frying, as this recipe bakes both ingredients in the oven instead of deep-frying them. Enjoy...

This tender, velvety omelette is fried French-style, but unlike the traditional version, it's not folded before serving, but left open – a great base for a juicy salad.

This recipe uses whole gherkin chickens, which are roasted whole and served as halves. This gives the dish a more formal appearance, perfect for special occasions.

This recipe coats chicken legs in a crispy breading and bakes them in the oven, resulting in a delicious and super-crispy result just like deep-fried chicken legs. Marinate them first in a mixture of...

Juicy, sweet watermelon can be a wonderful ingredient for a savory salad when paired with vibrant ingredients. Spicy arugula, for example, is a perfect choice...

Bone-in pork loin cutlets are tender, quick-cooking meat perfect for both everyday and festive meals. They're perfect for grilling. Soak the pork loin beforehand...

This dish is a Cajun dish traditionally prepared in the southern United States. Shrimp are poached in a spicy broth and served with a remoulade sauce made with spicy Creole mustard and...

This appetizer uses sweet potatoes, which are sold sliced ​​and ready for deep-frying. Bake or fry them according to the package directions...

Corn on the cob is grilled until charred and immediately served with a dollop of herb butter, crumbled cotija cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro. These additions...

Treat yourself and your loved ones to golden hushpuppies with a crispy crust and a fluffy, savory crumb. These donuts are quick and easy to make. This snack is most popular in the southern United States, where...

Fresh zucchini is cut in half lengthwise, filled with a Tex-Mex-style filling, and baked in the oven. To prepare the filling, the zucchini flesh is scooped out and fried in...

The fat rendered during frying the bacon is full of flavor and a rich, smoky aroma. It alone is enough to replace both vegetable oil and spices in a green bean dressing. And...

American ranch dressing is considered the best dressing for raw vegetables. It's made from a mixture of mayonnaise, sour milk, chopped fresh herbs, and spices. The sour milk flavor of this dressing perfectly complements...

Zucchini stuffed with Italian pasta is a hearty side dish that's also perfect as an appetizer. The seeded zucchini halves are first lightly roasted in the oven on medium setting...

Stuffed zucchini is quick and easy to make, and looks very festive even for a regular weekday dinner. They can be served as a finger food appetizer,...

Romaine lettuce is a light and healthy summer side dish that goes well with any meal. Even its leaves alone, without any additional vegetables, make a delicious appetizer. To make it...

For a unique table setting, you can serve the salad in individual zucchini boats. Zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, are seeded and steamed briefly to...

This American side dish is ready in just 15 minutes with corn, tomatoes, and greens. All the ingredients are combined in a skillet, creating a stunning flavor combination. Best made with...

Chef Mark Murphy's quick and easy recipe for corn on the cob. When grilling corn, don't remove the husks; just split the cob open and use the husks to create a handle...

For this salad, we recommend using smooth-skinned English cucumbers that don't require peeling. Slice them, season with salt, and drain. Then toss the salad...

This fragrant, fluffy American cornbread can be served as a side dish with any meal or taken on the go as a delicious and filling snack. It's baked using equal parts...

The salad is made with finely shredded cabbage, mixed with onions and grated carrots, and dressed with a tart dressing. To make it not only delicious but also beautiful, mix in...

Baked potatoes are perhaps many people's favorite camping dish. However, preparing them isn't as easy as it might seem, and they often end up overcooked on the outside, while the inside...

A light, vitamin-rich salad made with fresh vegetables should be a part of every summer meal. One of the simplest and most delicious options is a tomato and bell pepper salad. To make such a simple appetizer...

Pinto beans are a common ingredient in Mexican cuisine. The simplest version is simmered in chicken broth with onions, chili powder, and bacon, which imbues the dish with a rich and complex flavor.

This vegetarian dish uses firm tofu suitable for pan-frying. Remove as much liquid as possible beforehand. The drained tofu is then fried in...

The dish is quick and easy to prepare, but it's delicious, thanks in large part to the sauce drizzled over the fried fish on a bed of fresh spinach. The tilapia is dredged in flour and fried on...

Pork is braised in a skillet with new potatoes in a tomato and mushroom sauce. This recipe takes very little time if you pre-boil the potatoes in the microwave and...

A light summer dish that's quick to prepare and looks exquisite. Tender pork tenderloin is baked whole in the oven, preserving all its juiciness. The meat...

In this recipe, you can substitute spaghetti for the Chinese chow mein noodles; it will be just as delicious, because the main ingredient in this dish is an Asian sauce made from peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce,...

In this recipe, Chef Mark Murphy shares cooking tips for Roasted Whole Pig. A 100-pound whole pig is roasted on the La Caja China Roaster – a large...

Many people increasingly choose chicken for grilling because of its availability, affordability, and relatively quick cooking time. But chicken can also be prepared in a way that won't require...

The recipe uses chicken breasts, brushed with a mixture of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, ketchup, and Dijon mustard, and grilled. The aroma and flavor are...

In this recipe, Chef Mark Murphy shares a quick and easy way to cook clams for a crowd. It uses minimal ingredients, yet tastes just like a restaurant dish.