Main course recipes

The tender salmon fillet acquires its brown-black color from being seared with special spices: paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and oregano. These spices give the fish a special...

Sweet potato casserole is a traditional side dish on the American holiday table. On Thanksgiving, casserole is a centerpiece, so potato soufflé...

Sweet potato soufflé, a popular American dish traditionally served on Thanksgiving, is baked under a puff pastry crust. With this easy recipe, you can...

This respectable pasta dish has a twist: a runny egg yolk inside. While it's restaurant-worthy, it's quite simple when using store-bought pasta sheets. But still...

"Everything you love for breakfast can be made for lunch, too. It's not like we took the dish apart; we reassembled it, incorporating only the flavors. This improvisation on a favorite breakfast item, a bagel with...

Salmon is a great source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, and it tastes wonderful on a bed of vitamin C-rich broccoli. This vibrant, low-calorie dish is topped with...

Thanks to nature's riches in the shoals of salmon that frolic off the coast of Alaska, we get excellent meat without antibiotics or excess toxins from the environment.

Cilantro adds a pleasant fresh note. If you don't like cilantro, you can substitute dill or parsley. The recipe is very simple, but you can even prepare the salmon ahead of time, coat it with the dressing, and place it in...

The salmon's "healthy" fat is complemented by a sweet and tangy glaze of Buffalo sauce. The skin caramelizes on the grill until crispy as the sauce hits it. It's delicious, but to reduce...

Support a national product that meets American standards. There's nothing more patriotic than any mention of meatloaf. I now use it in my sandwiches, as...

Tender salmon steaks, grilled in a sweet and savory glaze of Chinese hoisin sauce, orange juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and spices. Served on fresh...

This exquisite dish is surprisingly simple and quick to prepare. Salmon fillet is baked in the oven and served with a savory sauce made with grapefruit juice, shallots, and honey, along with spices. The entire process...

A simple yet unique oven-baked potato casserole made with baked sweet potatoes and honey-scented bananas, whipped into a delicate, airy mousse. Topped with brown sugar and pecans.

If you're looking to fill your holiday table with hearty side dishes, try baked sweet potatoes, which, with their starchy, sweet flavor, pair perfectly with tart apples and...

A savory treat of baked stuffed sweet potatoes with a brown sugar and pecan topping makes a delicious and healthy alternative to high-calorie, fatty desserts. This sweet...

Imagine your favorite spinach-and-artichoke filling inside creamy pasta shells, topped with crispy crostini-like croutons. What's the result?

This wheat tortilla quesadilla is a complete meal, filled with hearty meatloaf, vegetables, and Mexican cheese. It's served with a spicy salad...

A hearty and delicious wheat tortilla quesadilla filled with spicy ground beef, black beans, and cheddar cheese, which has a slightly nutty flavor. Served with a zesty fresh thyme sauce...

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This recipe combines water and butter to create a wonderful chicken dinner. Potatoes are fried alongside crispy chicken thighs in a skillet—first, the tubers are simmered in water until tender, then...

A flavorful combination of kale simmered in a classic milk sauce and caramelized shallots. A healthy and delicious vegetable dish that can be served as a side dish.

A simple and filling dish for a large group, sure to keep everyone asking for more. Jambalaya is delicious the very first day after cooking. After 24 hours, it's even more flavorful and...

Tearing the leaves and deep-frying them is practically all it takes to make crispy kale "chips." Those who try this dish will likely find the following instructions...

A simple, yet no less delicious recipe. Olive oil and cheese soften the kale's distinct flavor, and the roasting adds a pleasant crunch. Importantly, this dish is a good...

These crispy potato balls are filled with a thin beef gravy that's placed frozen inside the croquettes and melts when fried. The result is a very...

Primavera is a classic pasta dish made with fresh herbs puréed in a purée. This recipe uses the popular penne pasta and green vegetables, such as...

Don't be fooled. These aren't your average twice-baked potatoes: beneath the crispy mashed potatoes lies a hearty beef and vegetable filling. And, unlike a casserole dish, these potato "potatoes"...

Once you've tried the combination of kale and mushrooms, it's hard to imagine one without the other. The dish exudes an incredible aroma while cooking, and the resulting dish tastes just as delicious. This...

Crispy kale chips that simply melt in your mouth are a great alternative to high-calorie, unhealthy snacks. You can use various spice combinations (for example, dried...

These casseroles are typical of American cuisine. It's believed that these recipes became popular in the US thanks to a 1984 cookbook. When cooking, the bread is layered with the filling...

One way to feed children healthy vegetables is to prepare kale in cream. After trying it this way, even the pickiest of eaters will likely ask for more. Creamed kale...

Kale adds a rich flavor and vibrant green color to this hearty pesto. This recipe makes 1-1.5 cups of pesto, which also pairs well with fish, chicken, pork, or steak.

A light vegetable mix of green beans braised in white wine, mushrooms, and protein-rich kale, seasoned with hot red pepper flakes. Parmesan adds richness. Can be...

Kale, also known as curly kale, makes a delicious pesto sauce by adding pine nuts and salty Pecorino Romano cheese. This sauce pairs perfectly with...

Making fresh mozzarella takes some practice, but once you master it, it's a truly rewarding art.

A foolproof pasta dough recipe using egg yolks for especially silky, velvety noodles. Use this dough by rolling it out or cutting it into all sorts of shapes. This...

All it takes to make perfect pasta dough is simple ingredients and a little love....

Buying yogurt at the store is convenient, but it can't compare to the taste and health benefits of homemade yogurt, which is quite easy to make. You can make it in the evening, and by morning you'll have a healthy breakfast...

Milk, cream, lemon, and half an hour of your time—that's all you need to make fresh, creamy homemade ricotta. Ricotta is usually made with the addition of whey—...

Italian ravioli has been a traditional home-cooked dish since at least the 14th century. Younger family members can also be involved in the process of making this square pasta, as they'll likely...

Rice-a-roni is a popular American side dish made from rice and noodles, available as a convenience food since 1958. The recipe emerged as a successful fusion of national cuisines: its...

Knowing how to make young, unripened ricotta cheese allows you to discover a huge number of new Italian recipes that often use this cheese. Making it yourself...

Fresh homemade ricotta is a great substitute for store-bought in many dishes. For example, you can add salt, pepper, oregano, and a little zest to the cheese and spread it on toasted crostini. This ricotta is also great for...

Spaghetti, which originated in Italy, has long been loved and prepared all over the world. Countless sauces have been created for it. And although the only ingredients required for preparation are flour and water,...

Instead of buying sausages with questionable ingredients, you can make natural, spicy, and just as delicious ones at home. What's more, they're not difficult to make. From the same meat...

Spätzle is a pasta with a Swabian flavor. In this region of Germany, it's traditionally served as a side dish with meat and vegetables, as well as with various sauces and toppings. Besides straining the pasta through a sieve,...

Making ricotta at home is easy, and the cheese's refined flavor and creamy texture will exceed all expectations. Besides the foolproof serving option suggested, it's served on toast with...

If you're looking to impress your guests, serve this easy-to-make homemade ricotta cheese. You can make it soft or slightly firmer. There are so many serving options, we...

Italian ricotta cheese, made from the whey of cow, goat, sheep, or buffalo milk, has a creamy texture and a slightly sweet flavor. Ricotta is an ingredient in many popular desserts, baked goods,...

Pappardelle is a traditional Italian flat, wide pasta from Tuscany. It's made with flour, semolina, and eggs. The ingredients are quite affordable, and it's easy to make at home...