Main course recipes

Make a light salad full of flavors and textures. This recipe is especially good if you have arugula that's not quite young and firm. Lightly roast the greens in the oven until...

Juicy, peppery arugula and chewy, grilled sweet corn pair beautifully in this fresh salad tossed in a warm balsamic, honey, and...

Cardea Brown always looks forward to the evenings when her mother prepares her famous wild rice. "It's just bursting with umami flavor," Cardea says. Having learned the basics from her mother, Cardea...

For dinner, prepare a fragrant, healthy pilaf made with a mixture of basmati and wild rice, topped with natural Italian sausage and leeks, which infuse the dish with their subtle flavor. Since wild rice...

If you're looking for a healthy meatless dinner the whole family will love, try these cabbage rolls with wild rice. A blend of long-grain and wild rice is tossed with celery, onions, apples, and...

If you think wild rice is only good for dinner, this recipe from Ree Drummond will pleasantly surprise you. Start your day off right (or end it deliciously) by making these pancakes...

"For as long as I can remember, my family has always eaten zongzi during the Dragon Boat Festival," shares recipe author Vivian Chan. "But I only learned how to make them recently when..."

Sweet couscous filled with dried fruits and nuts is a healthy snack that's also a great breakfast alternative to regular oatmeal. Dried cranberries and cherries add a pleasant tartness that...

For this appetizer, you'll need miniature bell peppers, preferably in different colors for a striking presentation. Fill them with savory goat cheese and thyme, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and bake until...

"Where I grew up in eastern North Carolina, hushpuppies are served as a side dish to almost any meal: fried seafood, charbroiled meats, sandwiches, fried chicken," shares the restaurant's chef...

This homemade dish is literally bursting with the warm flavors and aromas of autumn. Cooked in a rich mushroom broth, this corn porridge is served with baked sweet and spicy acorn squash and fried...

For a beautiful and unique presentation, cut the romaine lettuce in half and grill until blackened—the best part. Top with crispy bacon and drizzle with a quick dressing...

Rub the turkey with a unique blend of dry mustard, dried orange zest, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and other aromatic spices and grill over wood chips in the coals...

Free up the oven for side dishes and desserts, and grill your holiday turkey! The indirect heat of the grill will cook it like an oven, ensuring even cooking, and the skin will be delicious.

Fire up the grill (or grab a grill pan) to make these juicy turkey sandwiches with roasted eggplant and hummus in a Middle Eastern-inspired pita. The turkey is cooked in patties,...

Ina Garten's fresh take on panzanella. Classic panzanella is made with bread, tomatoes, and vinegar, but add fresh mozzarella to the basic ingredients, and the salad takes on a whole new flavor profile.

Chicken pieces are grilled in a cast iron skillet with sweet tomatoes, green olives, aromatic herbs, and a splash of vermouth for a delicious and flavorful Tuscan-style dinner.

"This simple salad is easy to make for lunch or dinner. What I love about it is that it's incredibly healthy, but because it has so many different textures and flavors, it's filling,"...

This smoked chicken's incredible flavor comes from a honey, garlic, and rosemary brine, in which it soaks for several hours before going into your smoker. After brining, let...

Want to add a little flair to your meals? Try this simple yet delicious side dish from Ina Garten that will have your family reaching for more. Baked Potatoes with Olive Oil...

This delicious and healthy low-calorie Tuscan-style dish is easy to prepare and perfect for both holidays and everyday meals. Chicken breast is baked with zucchini, tomatoes, fennel,...

This steak boasts a simple, vibrant flavor inspired by Tuscan cuisine. Fresh rosemary and thyme, garlic, lemon, and olive oil transform the meat into a true delicacy. Fried eggs with a rich...

This pork recipe was inspired by the flavors of Tuscany: succulent pork tenderloin with sweet baked grapes, fragrant fennel, and pieces of rustic bread soaked in the delicious juices. The sweetness of the grapes...

Large button mushroom caps are filled with a mixture of sweet peppers, green olives, and pecorino cheese and baked for the perfect Tuscan-style appetizer to serve at any celebration...

What could be more delicious than a whole roasted chicken on a plate? It's possible with a gherkin! Grilled miniature chickens marinated in a lemon-herb blend in a Tuscan...

Prepare a juicy, hearty burger filled with the flavors of Mexican cuisine. The center of the burger is a thick beef patty with chili and lime zest, complemented by roasted poblano peppers and a quick sauce...

For dinner, prepare a juicy pork tenderloin with a crisp, spicy cumin and coriander crust and serve it on a bed of tart quinoa mixed with cilantro, lime, and jalapeño. To avoid drying out the tender...

Tender pork tenderloin is easy to prepare and is equally good for a special occasion or a quick midweek dinner. Rub it with Chinese Five Spice Rub, roast it in the oven for...

This sweet and spicy Indian chutney adds flavor to any meat dish. Simmer plums with mustard seeds, thyme, allspice, and shallots for a delicious sauce...

This recipe uses T-bone lamb steaks (part of the fillet and loin with the bone in the middle). They're less expensive than rack of lamb, but the meat is just as flavorful and juicy. Rub the steaks with...

Butterflying is a smart way to cook a large bird well: it cooks and roasts faster and more evenly. And if you grill it, you free up oven space for...

Shrimp are baked with rice noodles in a fragrant coconut curry with lemongrass in individual parchment wraps. This method helps achieve a rich flavor without excess fat or salt. Plus...

These potatoes are baked in the oven with a little lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, infusing them with a refreshing citrusy, spicy flavor and aroma. Top with fresh parsley, and you've got...

Lutein, the yellow pigment in corn, is a member of the carotenoid family, which are found in abundance in yellow, orange, and red fruits and vegetables. However, lutein isn't found everywhere: besides...

Cooked wheat grains are a great way to brighten up your summer salad. Wheat is wonderful when paired with sweet and tart vegetables! With a sherry vinegar and honey dressing and fresh...

Take your summer cucumber and tomato salad to the next level by dressing it with fragrant cumin-infused olive oil and substituting aromatic cilantro for parsley. To flavor the oil,...

This hearty, vibrant salad is made with tomato couscous, fresh asparagus, and tomatoes, but what really makes it delicious is the store-bought Italian dressing that ties together the flavors of all the ingredients...

Grape tomatoes are stuffed with cubes of Asiago cheese, each one then wrapped in a thin layer of ground pork, rolled in a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated cheese, and the meatballs "bon-bon"...

The goal of this recipe is to demonstrate how versatile kale can be in a single salad: crisp, juicy, and soft, yet still a superfood in any form. And it's deliciously paired with...

Roasted bell peppers, fresh cilantro, and parsley make this meatloaf incredibly moist, while a sweet-and-spicy BBQ sauce glaze with a hint of chipotle pepper adds a delicious sheen and...

A luxurious piece of pork loin baked with fruit always looks festive and is perfect for special occasions. Before placing the pork in the oven with the pears, sear it thoroughly...

Fennel root, with its licorice flavor, perfectly complements the sweet and spicy onions in this baked potato side dish, which pairs well with almost any meat dish. Small potatoes are not...

The sharp flavor of onions is pleasantly softened and sweetened by baking in the oven, and a touch of lemon-infused vinaigrette adds even more complexity and perfection. Baked onions are...

Bake the mushroom caps with butter, garlic, herbs, and anchovy paste and serve as an appetizer with bread or as a side dish. The anchovy paste acts as a unique flavor enhancer in this recipe...

Roasted cauliflower is loved for its pleasant nutty flavor and versatility. It pairs beautifully with many combinations of herbs and spices, yet remains a low-calorie side dish. Red...

The flavor of baked sweet potatoes in a honey-cinnamon glaze is enhanced by ground ancho chili and toasted pecans. The garnish is just the right amount of sweet and just the right amount of savory, and the crunch of the pecans creates a pleasant contrast.

Meatballs, instead of chunks of meat, add a more interesting and unique twist to the stew. Simmer them with chopped tomatoes, olives, zucchini, and lima beans and serve as a main course with bread,...

For a sophisticated twist on a simple dish, add grapefruit! This recipe features poached salmon served with a light grapefruit salad. Make sure to thoroughly remove the segments...

Grilled chicken fillet is served with a salad of pearl barley, grapes, and nuts in a refreshing lemon-mint dressing. Some of the same dressing is used to marinate the chicken before grilling, and white...

A marinade of grape jelly and soy sauce maximizes the flavor of fried fish. The fish is first marinated in it, then the marinade is reduced and turns into a glaze, which is then brushed on the fish...