Main course recipes

Michael Symon makes this pot roast using his mother's recipe. To serve, he recommends shredding the meat with two forks directly in the saucepan. Serve with pasta, sauce, and vegetables from the same...

Ten cloves of garlic and a whole bottle of dry white wine… It may seem like a lot, but trust Valerie Bertinelli: all these ingredients are necessary to add juiciness and flavor to this...

This dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a big Sunday family dinner. The beef is braised whole with vegetables, rosemary, and thyme until very tender.

Enjoy the best flavors of autumn with this stout-braised beef shoulder. Beef shoulder is braised in the oven with red onion, carrots, turnips, pearl onions, green peas, and allspice.

Michael Symon starts preparing this roast the day before. He generously sprinkles the beef brisket with celery seed, seasons it with salt and pepper, and refrigerates it until the next day. Before he starts cooking...

Slowly braised in red wine, this spiced beef is incredibly juicy and tender, literally falling apart. This texture is just right for...

This recipe is the epitome of farmhouse cooking, and a splash of bourbon is just the thing most roasts lack. A piece of pork shoulder is braised in the oven with carrots, parsnips, and...

Ever wondered how restaurant roast beef gets so flavorful and rich? Chef Anne Burrell shows you how to elevate this classic dish. She...

Valerie Bertinelli knows exactly how to infuse a simple baked fish with tons of flavor, and her method is one of the easiest ways to do it. She sprinkles salmon fillets (like salmon) with a mixture...

Treat your family to a delicious beef stew, prepared and served with tender potatoes, carrots, and parsnips. The tomato sauce adds an unparalleled flavor to this rustic meat...

Giardiniera, traditional Italian pickled vegetables, add a special flavor to these braised beef sandwiches. Their tartness balances the richness of the beef and adds a...

In this recipe for braised beef brisket, Ree Drummond recommends using beef consommé rather than broth. Consommé can be found in the prepared foods or canned soup section of supermarkets.

Just before serving the braised brisket, Ree Drummond removes the herb bundles from the sauce and skims off the fat. She then slices the tender meat across the grain and returns it to...

This top-notch recipe made even those who claimed they didn't like pork declare it delicious. Just try this tender, beer-braised meat and some warm vegetables, and you'll...

The most delicious thing about this fish is probably its crispy skin, which is stunning against the tender, juicy flesh. Trisha Yearwood serves her fried salmon with a pat of herbed butter, and to...

Pomegranate adds a sweet-tart note and ruby ​​hue to this impressive dish, perfect for both holidays and a quick midweek dinner. Pomegranate molasses...

The beef brisket in this recipe is baked in the oven, but thanks to a spice blend of brown sugar, chili powder, and smoked paprika, it's infused with a vibrant barbecue aroma and flavor. The finished...

Whole beef brisket is braised in a brown ale sauce with carrots, celery, and aromatic herbs, including fresh rosemary and thyme, until tender and juicy. Thinly slice...

Every summer, farmers' markets are bursting with zucchini of all colors and varieties. Unlike its more popular cousin, the zucchini, the pattypan squash is one of those unique vegetables that's only available...

We took inspiration from the incredibly popular Tik Tok recipe for baked pasta with feta and reimagined it to make a huge batch of holiday side dish. The best part about this recipe is that you...

"These are very cheesy mashed potatoes! Mind you, there's as much cheese as possible in this," says Molly Yeh. She also recommends making a gravy with her holiday mashed potatoes...

Sweet potatoes, also known as yams, are also great for mashing. This recipe uses both regular potatoes and sweet potatoes for mashing. It's delicious! Perfect...

"One of my favorite dishes to make in advance during a busy week is braised brisket," says Trisha Yearwood. She braises a four-pound beef brisket in a slow cooker,...

Sunny Anderson uses a store-bought spice mix for her easy braised brisket recipe, but she strongly recommends checking the ingredients before purchasing. "Some barbecue mixes contain..."

"This barbecue brisket recipe is inspired by my mother's dish, Jewish-style beef brisket braised in red wine. The sauce combines the flavors of my favorite barbecue sauce (sweet!) and braised meat...

There are a million recipes for this simple side dish. Why? Because we always want to make it in a new way. Because at Thanksgiving, mashed potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce are...

Maple syrup and orange zest beautifully bring out the sweet potato's natural sweetness in this fluffy mashed potato, which, despite its slightly sweet flavor, makes the perfect complement to baked...

If you love the taste and freshness of homemade pizza but are hesitant to make yeast dough, we have a great recipe for you! Get out your bread machine. It makes mixing pizza dough easy:...

The charred, seared edges of the meat have earned a special place on the barbecue menu. For many, they're the tastiest part! The burnt edges are even trimmed off and served separately. With this recipe from Trisha Yearwood, you...

To make this amazingly flavorful and juicy beef brisket, Aarti Sequeira mixes her own ginger-garlic paste and adds it to the pot along with a cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom, and...

This beef brisket is worthy of a holiday table. Most braisings use only the flat side of the brisket. This recipe, however, uses the whole cut, which has a fattier and leaner...

Want the secret to perfectly caramelized acorn squash with a crispy crust using very little oil? It's a clever air fryer! We sprinkled the baked squash with Parmesan cheese and drizzled...

The air fryer cooks perfectly crispy-tender green beans with very little oil. Serve with a simple gremolata topped with fragrant lemon zest, fresh parsley, and...

Want your mashed potatoes to be a memorable holiday side dish? Try adding fresh dill and spicy horseradish. If you prefer a fluffier, velvety mash, skip the...

Trisha Yearwood braises beef brisket in Coke, then slices it thinly and serves it on mini buns with homemade ranch dressing. "You can cook brisket in a slow cooker or in a Dutch oven, like this...

Smoking beef brisket takes much longer than braising, but the results are worth it! This recipe involves rubbing the meat with a dry spice mixture and marinating it overnight to enhance the flavor of the beef...

Molly Yeh combined all the flavors of classic breakfast sausages in a juicy beef brisket! After searing the brisket, she sautéed onions in the same fat in a skillet, then added fennel seeds, dried herbs,...

Beef brisket isn't just delicious smoked. It can also be baked and tastes just as good. The seared piece of meat is rubbed with a mixture of garlic and green onions and...

It's great to have some meat left over after a big holiday feast, ready to cook up a new dish. The meat should also contain some fatty pieces so it browns nicely on the...

Buns made from store-bought, chilled dough can and should be cooked in an air fryer. It only takes 10 minutes, and the biscuits turn out lighter and more flaky than those baked in the oven.

If you have an air fryer, be sure to check out this fantastic way to make individual omelettes! The omelette is baked in a special silicone egg mold and sprinkled with...

These velvety mashed potatoes can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or even the freezer until ready to serve. Reheat the mashed potatoes slowly in the oven, and they'll...

This simple grilled salmon recipe is truly the best. You'll get perfectly grilled, juicy, savory fish with deliciously crispy skin. It's packed with a whole host of flavors: the capers add...

This version of Korean bulgogi combines beef with a simple sweet and savory marinade and air fryer-cooked to perfection, making it the perfect weeknight dinner. The recipe...

Shrimp scampi is considered a Mediterranean classic for good reason. Fresh seafood, sautéed until tender in garlic butter and mixed with pasta—what more could you want for a delicious dinner in...

Homemade gluten-free croutons will add a delightful crunch to your salads and soups, and they're much quicker and easier to prepare in an air fryer than in the oven. Take your favorite gluten-free bread, slice it...

To quickly make coleslaw for sandwiches or roasts, use a store-bought mix of chopped vegetables. Add some dressing, fresh dill, and parsley, and you'll have a delicious...

These charming flower-shaped potatoes, made with an apple slicer and a watermelon scoop, are a hit with both kids and adults. Fry them whole in the air fryer until tender inside and...

An air fryer will help you cook spare ribs quickly and easily on a weekday. Separate the ribs into individual bones, and they'll fit into the air fryer, cook quickly, and be evenly coated.

Air fryers aren't just for making French fries, and this recipe perfectly demonstrates their versatility. This tofu and green bean dish is similar to a stir-fry, but it uses...