Main course recipes

Although plantain puree has a slightly sweeter flavor and caramel notes from the brown sugar, it can be served the same way as mashed potatoes—as a side dish. Ideal...

To infuse neutral white beans with flavor, start by slowly softening garlic in olive oil. Add more herbs, like rosemary and lemon zest, until they infuse...

Turn pasta and sausage into a hearty casserole that's perfect for a midweek dinner or a Sunday family lunch. No need to pre-boil the pasta. Just...

It's dinnertime, and suddenly you realize you haven't defrosted your chicken breasts. Don't panic! With this recipe, you can gently sauté them in marinara sauce without defrosting, and your chicken breasts will be...

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these baked potatoes, covered in gooey cheddar, make a wonderful side dish for both holidays and everyday meals. For best results, use yellow...

This one-pot dinner with rice, vegetables, and meat was inspired by the traditional Korean dish bibimbap, which is cooked in a hot stone pot to create crispy edges on the rice. With this...

Three summer favorites—sweet corn, green beans, and tomatoes—are sautéed with crispy bacon for a rich, juicy succotash salad. While it's simmering, bake a fillet...

Roast chicken thighs until crispy and serve with a spicy coconut sauce made with the chicken's juices and a salad of black beans, mango, onions, and cilantro. When...

This crispy pancake is made using the same technique as Iranian fried rice, tahdig. An egg yolk is lightly baked in the center of the pancake, so you can mix it with the crispy rice pancake like a sauce.

This sweet potato and potato side dish is elegant and sophisticated, yet quick and easy to prepare. Sweet potatoes and potatoes are sliced ​​thinly, tossed with herb butter, and...

What's the secret to delicious pork belly? Poke holes all over the skin, then sprinkle with a mixture of baking powder and salt. These two simple steps ensure super-crispy skin and incredibly tender meat.

To ensure the chicken breast is as crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside as possible, it is marinated for several minutes in a spicy mixture of mustard, garlic, and thyme, then rolled in a mixture of breadcrumbs...

Seafood forms the basis of many Creole dishes. The use of traditional herbs and spices creates a unique flavor, like in these burgers. Fry some crab cakes...

One of the key ingredients in this side dish is Creole mustard. It has a sharper, richer flavor and, when combined with garlic and lemon zest, transforms ordinary butter into...

Chicken breast cutlets are dipped in beaten egg, pan-fried until crispy, and served with a creamy spinach sauce. This dish is perfect for...

Coat seasoned chicken tenders in breadcrumbs, fry until crisp, and serve with lemon wedges for a squeeze. Keep this simple recipe handy for any occasion...

Make vegetarian cauliflower tacos. To make them more flavorful, the florets are fried in a spiced rice flour batter, resulting in a deliciously crispy, flavorful, and spicy dish. Add...

Some Brussels sprouts recipes call for bacon, but here's a little secret: you can use rendered bacon fat instead, which will give the sprouts the same flavor and aroma.

You can fry crispy tofu without deep-frying or a ton of boiling oil. As it turns out, an air fryer is perfect for cooking marinated tofu cubes, resulting in perfectly crisped...

This easy-to-make dish is packed with a vibrant bouquet of spices: fragrant white rice with ginger is served under a rich curry with cod and sweet green pepper. Garnish the curry with lime wedges,...

Ricotta makes already soft scrambled eggs even more tender and airy, while chives infuse them with a subtle, spicy flavor. For perfect results, fry the eggs in butter over medium heat.

For a house party, make these cocktail sausages in a rich, smoky sauce, served straight from the slow cooker with skewers. The sauce is made with apple preserves and...

As Cardea Brown has proven time and again, truly delicious home-cooked food includes a familiar and beloved ingredient – ​​chicken – paired with a thick, delicious sauce that...

This chicken and vegetable stir-fry gets an unexpected tropical twist from pineapple and Asian spices, including ginger. It's quick to prepare and perfect for a delicious dinner at...

This recipe from Ree Drummond is a stovetop adaptation of her popular chicken spaghetti casserole. This dish features all the same ingredients: tender pasta, juicy chicken pieces, a thick and flavorful...

Wild rice is simmered with sautéed mushrooms and dried cranberries in a fragrant sherry-flavored broth, and when it's almost done, chicken breasts sprinkled with coriander are added to the rice, and everything is finished off...

Dishes like mac 'n' cheese and chicken Florentine share one common ingredient: a velvety cheese sauce that serves as the link between the pasta, chicken, spinach, and vegetables. In...

Annatto seeds, a traditional spice in Puerto Rican cuisine, add a sunny color and nutty notes to this fragrant, fluffy rice. Typically served with black beans, the yellow rice fills the table...

Bake whole potatoes and serve them crumb-style with a refreshing pesto of kale, walnuts, and Swiss cheese. This recipe offers a quick version of potatoes in...

This Spanish tortilla twist replaces traditional potatoes with potato chips – perfect for those looking for new, simple combinations, or for those who simply don't have time to peel potatoes!

The simplest potato salad is a delicious combination of just four ingredients: potatoes, eggs, mayonnaise, and pickles. Everything is in place and nothing is extra! Serve the potato salad...

A crispy potato rösti pancake topped with a rose of thinly sliced ​​smoked salmon makes a stunning brunch treat for a special occasion. Serve with red onion, crème fraîche, and wedges of...

Pack your child this healthy brown rice and Asian-inspired vegetable bowl for school. To encourage them to enjoy eating the vegetables, cut out bell pepper shapes. Cookie cutters of various sizes will come in handy here...

It's believed that the Mexican dish puntas de res, made of chunks of meat in a vegetable sauce, was the precursor to fajitas. The classic combination of tender slices of beef, bell peppers, tomatoes, and...

This hearty dish combines all the popular flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine: juicy pork, airy sweet cornbread, and zesty jalapeño poppers with cheese in a crispy breadcrumb coating. Everything...

This casserole is a simplified version of Mexican enchiladas, meat-filled tubes baked in sauce under a layer of grated cheese. It's almost the same, only more casual: all the ingredients...

This golden turkey, with crispy skin and juicy meat, rich wine notes and the fragrant aroma of thyme, will become your signature holiday dish for years to come. Its multifaceted flavor comes not only from...

Forget those giant cheeseburgers that always seem to drip sauce on your clothes or stain your face and hands. Make them into mini stuffed buns! Add store-bought pizza dough...

Piperada is a fairly versatile Basque appetizer made with tomatoes and sweet peppers flavored with smoked paprika. It can be spread on bread, served with scrambled eggs, or...

"Duck breast is one of my favorite ingredients," shares Niesha Arrington. "Cooking it is a delicate dance between temperature control and patience. To achieve perfectly crispy skin...

The original recipe calls for this asparagus to be quickly roasted in a hot wood-fired pizza oven to preserve its springtime juiciness. If you don't have a pizza oven, simply preheat your oven to high.

During the autumn months, we want to enjoy pumpkin dishes as often as possible, and this lasagna will be a great addition to your collection of the best pumpkin recipes. The lasagna is prepared in the form of...

When the flavors of a classic Jewish meat deli and Italian pasta carbonara meet in one bowl, you're sure to want more! The highlight of this dish is the bagel topping (a mixture...

The key to this recipe is grape leaves. They allow you to quickly grill salmon without defrosting. They prevent the fish from sticking to the grill, and they're edible, too. There are also...

Charcoal-grilled steak, vegetables, and bread are the perfect dish for a backyard grill dinner. Rub the meat with garlic-infused olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and mustard, let it sit for a few minutes...

This recipe is perfect for a romantic dinner for two, but you can double or triple it for a larger gathering. You don't have to pay extra for the butcher to debone the meat...

Pan-fry pork loin cutlets until crisp and simmer in a rich red onion sauce for a cozy, home-cooked dinner. Serve with cornmeal and top with grated cheddar for a...