Main course recipes

Transform everyday chicken into a special treat with this Indian-spiced marinade. You can roast the chicken the same day, or freeze it in the marinade for easy access.

This quick and delicious dish is ready in minutes and is perfect for both special occasions and a quick midweek dinner. Turkey breast is sliced ​​into thin patties and seasoned...

The sweetness of sweet potatoes pairs beautifully with Indian spices in this simple side dish, perfect for serving with holiday meat or poultry. Top the spiced puree with Greek yogurt and serve...

If you have leftover grilled chicken on hand, make this delicious Indian-style salad. The chicken is tossed in a mango chutney dressing with lettuce and diced baked sweet potatoes...

Roast carrots and cauliflower with curry seasoning, then toss with prepared spicy couscous and fresh lettuce leaves in a refreshing yogurt-lime dressing. This salad is nutritious,...

This vegetarian burger was inspired by the flavors and aromas of samosas. Finely chopped vegetables add texture to the patties, while the sweet and sour tamarind ketchup enhances the flavor of the spices and potatoes. If not...

Mexico meets India in this delicious vegetarian burrito, filled with chickpea curry and a fresh cucumber and tomato salsa. Make it for breakfast or take it on the go for...

These bite-sized gluten-free sandwiches are made with apple slices instead of bread. They're low-calorie, and the juicy apple adds a wonderful refreshment to the spicy curried chicken salad.

These delicate scones are made with cream and finely chopped currants. To ensure they're fluffy and flaky, don't overwork the dough. It will be rough, but that's okay. Just shape...

Neat little carrots can be a standalone side dish for a holiday table if roasted whole. To balance the carrot's sweetness and add a savory touch, it's best to...

Many people prefer pork tenderloin for its ease of preparation. It doesn't need to be cut; it's juicier if eaten whole. It doesn't need to be marinated; it's already tender. And it cooks quickly. Important...

Thin strips of beef are marinated for a few minutes in an Asian marinade, then stir-fried with sweet and hot peppers over high heat. The unique flavor and aroma of the meat comes from...

This classic summer salad is often eaten as a main course. It's hearty, juicy, and incredibly delicious, filled with crisp cucumbers, fragrant mint, and sweet, vibrant cherry tomatoes.

This is a completely new way to enjoy the classic Cuban sandwich. Instead of frying it under a press, layer all the ingredients in white bread bowls and then bake until...

This pressed sandwich with pork, cheese, and pickles is incredibly popular in Miami, but it was invented by Cuban immigrants in Tampa. In the late 19th century, while trying to make...

This recipe uses a tangy orange vinaigrette twice: to flavor grilled mahi mahi and to dress black bean rice. Sprinkle with crushed...

Tender pieces of chicken are fried until crispy and baked with herbs, bell peppers, spices, rice, and green peas, creating a complete one-pan dinner that...

Save this versatile quiche recipe; it'll save you time and again. It's easy to adapt to whatever ingredients you have on hand. Use any cheese, herbs, and vegetables. If you have any leftovers...

Fried chicken cutlets are one of the easiest and quickest dishes, perfect for both everyday use and special occasions. And with a little imagination, you can vary the flavor and crispiness...

If you have a can of white beans and a jar of sun-dried tomatoes in your pantry, pair them together in this delicious pasta salad! Celery adds a rich, juicy flavor and...

This Caesar salad recipe features a whole romaine heart tossed in a creamy Parmesan dressing. Serve with whole-grain toast, a fried egg, and crispy bacon on the side.

A simple pizza with tomatoes and Parmesan cheese is topped with a fresh, crisp Caesar salad in a creamy dressing before serving, resulting in a truly moist pizza. If you have store-bought pizza dough on hand,...

If you love pasta in a thick, cheesy sauce, you'll definitely love this casserole, literally bursting with gooey Parmesan cheese, salty bits of pancetta, and green peas. And top it off with a tender casserole...

Enjoy the combination of fresh, sweet tomatoes, creamy Brie cheese, and fragrant basil. This no-cook sauce is made with just four ingredients in the time it takes to cook the pasta.

These shell pasta shells are baked in a rich tomato sauce with mushrooms, eggplant, salami slices, and plenty of cheese, and thanks to their shape, they're literally filled with all this deliciousness...

Pasta horns are tossed with chicken, corn, black beans, onions, and tomatoes in a creamy cilantro dressing for a delicious, filling Mexican-inspired salad. Perfect for...

Put down your fork and grab a large spoon to enjoy this smooth, creamy orzo pasta with refreshing notes of citrus and greenery. Heavy cream and butter add a touch of...

This ziti pasta salad is packed with the vibrant flavors of the popular BLT combination (bacon, lettuce, and tomato), but instead of the traditional lettuce, use arugula. Its zesty note elevates the salad's flavor...

Roasted bell peppers complement olive-oil-sautéed shrimp perfectly in this hearty and delicious farfalle pasta salad, tossed in a creamy dressing with fresh parsley, celery, and...

Dress this pasta salad with green peas and ham with a creamy dressing topped with fresh mint and parsley for a perfect spring treat for Easter, just when everyone's missing...

Grilled chicken adds flavor to this pasta salad, while broccoli adds juiciness. The chicken breast can be grilled on an outdoor grill, an electric grill, or a grill pan.

This velvety, creamy cornmeal is made with heavy cream and butter. It's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. For this recipe, use...

This rich, cheesy pasta casserole in tomato sauce is filled with eggplant and chunks of pepperoni, which add a zesty flavor. Another secret to this casserole's delicious taste is...

Enjoy the best flavors of summer all year long with this pasta salad with corn and tomatoes in a creamy sour cream dressing with green onions. Frozen corn is always...

You can even make delicious seafood pasta on a campfire while camping, by making a small batch at home. Your secret weapon is thin capellini (angel hair) pasta, which is boiled...

These low-calorie cabbage rolls are made with tender turkey and cauliflower instead of rice, but they're just as delicious as classic cabbage rolls. Bake them in tomato sauce in the oven and serve...

A simplified version of the classic Valencian rice dish with chicken, chorizo, mussels, clams, and shrimp. Valerie Bertinelli cooks paella in the oven, and the dish turns out perfect: the rice...

A cheesy Mexican chicken enchilada will turn any dinner into a true fiesta. Valerie Bertinelli adds grilled chicken to the filling, but she doesn't skimp on the sauce, because the sauce...

This delicious pie is baked with traditional cornbread dough. The result is a dessert cornbread with a caramel topping, nestled beneath juicy fruit. Thanks to...

Deep-fried turkey is juicier than oven-baked turkey, so if you have a large deep-fryer, be sure to try this recipe. The finished bird is glazed three times...

The highlight of this dish is the glazed fried bacon. Its sweet and savory bits perfectly complement the flavors of both the rice and vegetables. Snow peas, tomatoes, and bell peppers add richness to the rice, and...

Arancini are Sicilian fried rice balls with a crispy crust and a soft center. This recipe uses leftover Chinese takeout. Form cooked rice into balls, fry...

Transform your favorite macaroni and cheese into a crispy party appetizer. To prepare, freeze the mac and cheese slightly, cut into squares, and deep-fry until coated on the outside.

This recipe turns Italian pasta alla vodka into a perfect appetizer for house parties. Your guests will never have tasted anything like this! Deep-fry the cooked pasta shells to...

This burger was invented in Oklahoma thanks to the ingenuity of the Great Depression era: in the 1920s, cooks at the Hamburger Inn in El Reno used onions...

"Dim sum literally translates as 'filling the heart.' And I love filling my belly with this Cantonese breakfast!" shares Jet Tila. "It originated in small teahouses in southern China, where tea..."

Rich shiitake mushrooms, sweet pumpkin, and ginger make a perfect combination for autumn wonton filling. The wontons are deep-fried, creating a deliciously crispy texture with a tender vegetable filling.

During the New Year, the Chinese eat a lot of dumplings, which symbolize wealth for the coming year: pieces of dough filled with meat and vegetables resemble money purses. These wontons,...

Crispy-skirted dumplings are essentially pan-fried dumplings with a thin, crispy outer layer. They're popular at izakayas throughout Japan, where they're called hanetsuki gyoza (gyoza with...

Traditional green bean casserole is a true feast of flavors and textures! Green beans in a fragrant creamy sauce with mushrooms and a bouquet of aromatic herbs are baked under a layer of crispy...