Main course recipes

This quick version of Cajun gumbo features the classic combination of chicken and andouille sausage. This version of gumbo lacks the traditional tomatoes, but thanks to the sweet and hot peppers, a...

Beef Wellington is a piece of beef baked with mushrooms in puff pastry—a sophisticated and challenging dish that not every cook would dare attempt. Sunny Anderson created this recipe...

Natural bone-in pork loin cutlets are simmered in spiced apple butter with grape tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and bacon, resulting in a juicy and flavorful dish. Serve with...

Bone-in pork loin is grilled until crispy, then, once cooled slightly, rubbed with a spice mixture and slowly grilled over indirect heat. Sprinkle with...

Make a bacon cheeseburger-inspired casserole, filled with juicy beef and tons of melty cheese. Several types of cheese—Swiss, American, Cheddar, Monterey Jack, and cheese ravioli—are included.

Grilled vegetables, a touch of beef broth base, and plenty of gooey cheese add a unique flavor to this corn porridge. Grill or fry jalapeños, green peppers, and...

This hearty bread pudding is perfect for a Sunday brunch. Spicy chicken sausages pair perfectly with bread soaked in cinnamon-infused cream. To serve, prepare...

An easy way to transform tender snap peas into a world-class side dish, bursting with flavor. Sauté them in brown butter for a nutty flavor, then add...

Succotash salad is a delicious vegetable side dish for meat or poultry. Its main ingredients are beans and corn. Add tomatoes, fried onions, and herbs, and dress with apple cider vinegar and olive oil –...

The main ingredients of the American warm succotash salad are beans and corn, while the remaining vegetables can vary depending on the preferences of each individual family or what is available in the pantry...

Vegetarians, rejoice! A whole head of cauliflower is stuffed with classic poultry bread stuffing, baked in the oven, and served as a standalone holiday dish. Sliced...

Despite its name, the bread filling is most often baked separately from the poultry, especially if you're feeding a large crowd. With this recipe, you can prepare a truly festive side dish...

Here's one of the simplest and most delicious chicken pot pie options. Its crust is made entirely of chicken bread filling and remains crispy even when in contact with...

"I love stuffed mushrooms because they can be both an appetizer and a side dish, depending on how you serve them," says Alex Guarnaschelli of her recipe. "The pecans enhance the flavor of the mushrooms and..."

The filling for this roulade is made from ground beef and chestnuts with prosciutto, olives, and fragrant sage, resulting in a rich and flavorful filling. Stuff the turkey breast, roll it up, and...

Thinly sliced ​​turkey breast rolls can be served as an appetizer or a main course with side dishes. They're a great alternative to a whole turkey if you're serving a small group. Detailed...

Sweetbreads are veal sweetbreads, which, when cooked properly, become a true delicacy. Most sweetbreads are dredged in flour and fried, but for an even more delicious taste, they...

Fish and seafood are the easiest way to create a stunning dish for a special occasion, and this recipe proves it. Fish is quick and easy to prepare, and the presentation is stunning and...

Grill a succulent pork loin roulade with spinach, roasted bell peppers, and Parmesan cheese. A chimichurri sauce made with fresh, herbed parsley is the perfect accompaniment. Before...

Bone-in pork loin patties are filled with a spiced apple filling through a side slit, pan-fried until crisp, then brushed with a maple glaze and finished in...

If you're looking to prepare a special dinner quickly and without any fuss, consider bone-in pork loin cutlets. They always look impressive when served, especially when filled with...

Thick bone-in pork loin cutlets are perfect for baking with filling. Firstly, this tender meat cooks quickly, and the filling stays juicy. Secondly, a cutlet with filling...

Natural bone-in pork loin patties are filled through a side slit with a filling of cornbread, nuts, and dried fruit, pan-fried, and finished in the oven.

Eggplant's rich flavor complements lamb perfectly in these stuffed peppers, perfect for both a holiday dinner and everyday comfort food. The peppers can be prepared...

This vegetarian version of stuffed peppers replaces ground meat with meaty eggplant. The result is equally fantastic! The eggplant is cooked with Arborio rice and creamy cheese, and...

Make these Tex-Mex chili con carne stuffed peppers with beef simmered with beans in a tomato-chili sauce. For a more filling meal, add couscous or steamed rice, and for...

Chicken breast rolls stuffed with grapes, walnuts, and dates are rolled in breadcrumbs and fried until crispy. Served in a curry sauce with roasted spicy...

Juicy cabbage rolls stuffed with ground pork and beef, Parmesan, and herbs are steamed and served in a homemade tomato sauce, sprinkled with grated cheese. This dish is much easier to prepare than it looks...

Chicken breast stuffed with prosciutto and a three-cheese blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan is fried until golden brown and served with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and red-eye sauce.

The chicken breast cutlet is brushed with herbed ricotta, rolled into a roulade, and wrapped in thin slices of prosciutto. At this point, the roulade can be refrigerated if you're making it ahead of time.

Squid stuffed with shrimp paste and herbs is simmered in a light sauce with burst cherry tomatoes and served with fried snapper fillet over boiled fregola pasta with corn.

If you're hosting a barbecue party, try chicken parmesan instead of steaks or kebabs. Crispy chicken cutlets topped with melting cheese are a great way to treat your loved ones to something new.

If you're looking for something else delicious to make with zucchini, try this recipe for chicken parmesan-flavored zucchini boats. It's best to use homemade marinara sauce, but if...

Melissa d'Arabian's Braised Kale combines the flavors of smoky bacon, spicy red pepper, garlic, and lemon zest. The rich and complex flavor makes this side dish...

"This is definitely one of the easiest recipes in my cookbook. The first time I made it, I put the pan in the oven after just four minutes. I...

This version of chili con carne, a traditional Tex-Mex dish, is prepared with both meat and beans. Although chefs and cooks from different regions have long debated whether true chili should include...

A tart, almost sour tamarind paste is mixed with a touch of sugar to create a glaze that balances the salmon's richness. The dish takes 35 minutes to prepare, but take your time and let...

Vegetarian moussaka is made with French green lentils instead of ground meat. Otherwise, all the layers are the same as in classic Greek moussaka: eggplant, potatoes, tomato sauce, and...

These tender and juicy vegetarian meatballs are made with lentils and mushrooms, topped with walnuts, Parmesan, and aromatic herbs for a rich, vibrant flavor. Serve as a main course...

This quick lasagna is made in a skillet right on the stovetop, no baking required. You don't even need to buy special noodles! Bow-tie pasta will do. This vegetarian lasagna is made with store-bought...

Braised collard greens are a traditional Southern dish. The classic recipe features dense green collard greens slowly simmered with ham or smoked turkey pieces, but this...

This fluffy omelette, originally from Murcia, Spain, is perfect for a late Sunday breakfast or a light dinner with a green salad. Filled with eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes, and...

"I love the 'nose to tail' vegetable concept of this salad. You just have to be a little careful: the flavor of the greens can vary. For example, one bunch of carrot tops might taste..."

This recipe was inspired by the Japanese dish okonomiyaki, a savory pancake typically made with shredded cabbage. Here, the cabbage was replaced with instant noodles. The result is crispy...

To save time, Sandra Lee makes this side dish using canned sweet potatoes. It's easy to cook in a slow cooker or multi-cooker: just load the sweet potatoes, sprinkle with spices, and you can forget about them for...

Tyler Florence simmers black-eyed beans with dried red chili peppers until tender, spicy, and warming. Some of the beans are pureed, and everything is topped with...

This side dish takes just 15 minutes of active preparation, and then the kale simmers quietly on the stovetop for an hour while you prepare other dishes. The hearty cabbage...

The main ingredient of this African dish is cassava. It was brought from South America to West African countries several centuries ago and became an important part of the local diet. Cassava...