Main course recipes

"In my recipe, I decided to slightly alter the classic gnocchi and used sweet potatoes instead of potatoes. I love their natural sweetness and beautiful color. After the gnocchi are done, I pour a thick...

For a delicious sweet potato appetizer, consider French fries—healthier, oven-baked ones. Pumpkin pie spice and chili peppers will enhance their sweet flavor.

If you love fried potatoes and eggs for breakfast, you can make your favorite dish healthier by replacing the potatoes with sweet potatoes and adding more juicy vegetables. Before frying, bake the sweet potatoes in...

These mini meatloaf sandwiches, filled with corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing, and rye bread, are packed with all the flavors of a traditional Reuben sandwich. Serve them as a main course with...

Have you ever made a fantastic, easy gluten-free pizza dough? Probably not. Meet these mini pizzas with hashbrown crusts! They're completely gluten-free and made from scratch...

Juicy green beans are tossed with several types of wild mushrooms in a rich, creamy, thyme-infused sauce and baked under a layer of panko breadcrumbs until crispy. A special,...

Stir-fried sticky rice with Chinese sausage (or lo mai fen in Cantonese) is a popular dim sum dish made with sweet Chinese sausage (lap cheong), shiitake mushrooms, and dried shrimp,...

Tofu pudding (also known as dou fu hua) has a light, fresh flavor and an incredibly soft texture—softer than silken tofu! It's a great complement to any palate, from...

Mash potatoes with sour cream for a fluffy, creamy mash, then add crispy bacon bits and fresh green onions for extra flavor. These mashed potatoes are perfect...

Vermicelli is lightly fried until golden brown, then cooked in a rich broth flavored with spices, chipotle peppers, and tomatoes. This is sopa seca (Spanish dry soup), one of the most popular...

Soft and tender, scrambled eggs are perfect for both breakfast and dinner, and the added Brie adds a creamy texture and a buttery flavor. Serve as a main course...

These pretzels are fluffy, soft buns with that unique pretzel flavor. To achieve this flavor, the dough is formed into pretzels, then scalded in boiling water with baking soda and...

While roasting in the oven at a high temperature may remain the gold standard for cooking most vegetables, some are better steamed for a few minutes longer than you...

Soba noodles (also ramen), soy sauce, sesame, and ginger are all common ingredients in Japanese cuisine, but this slow-cooker pork dish draws inspiration from a variety of cuisines around the world.

With a clever combination of Japanese staples—soba noodles, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha sauce—this shrimp and edamame stir-fry is...

This delicious and healthy Asian dish is packed with protein and fiber. Buckwheat soba noodles are cooked with shiitake mushrooms and edamame (unripe soybeans), while fresh herbs and a few...

This Asian-inspired soba buckwheat noodle soup will captivate everyone with its rich flavor and aroma, which comes from the combination of shiitake mushrooms, smoked trout, soy sauce, fresh ginger, and...

Tender salmon fillet, vegetables, and buckwheat soba noodles in a fragrant mushroom broth are just the thing to warm you up on a chilly day and enjoy the flavors of Asian cuisine. Cook the fish in the broth at...

At the height of the season, you can find tomatoes of all shapes, sizes, and colors at the farmers' market. For this sunny pasta, you'll need yellow cherry tomatoes, sweet and flavorful, screaming summer. ...

Serve a poached egg Mexican-style: on a bed of spicy, tangy sauce with crispy tortilla slices and crumbled fresh cheese. The sauce is made with roasted tomatillos (a vegetable...

Shrimp scampi is loved for its simplicity of preparation and yet its exquisite appearance, for the fact that it takes less than half an hour to cook, and for its incredible sauce of butter, dry white wine, and garlic.

If you're looking for a dish the whole family will love, meatballs are a must. These ground beef meatballs, seasoned with Parmesan and spices, are tender, juicy, and very...

Potatoes, butter, and milk—all you need for perfect mashed potatoes, a perfect complement to any meat, fish, or chicken dish. These mashed potatoes can also be used as a filling for...

Classic mashed potatoes with the creamy notes of butter and the savory flavor of green onions—this side dish is perfect for any occasion. Tender and velvety, it's perfect for both a holiday table and...

This classic Italian dish is made with just four basic ingredients—spaghetti, olive oil, black pepper, and Parmesan—so they all need to be of the highest quality. The key...

The base of this pasta sauce is Italian tomato marinara sauce, which you can make ahead and refrigerate until ready to use. When you're ready to cook the pasta, simply...

Traditional Mexican enchiladas are tortilla tubes filled with meat, baked in a sauce topped with melted cheese. This festive version is made in layers, and instead of one...

This recipe was created in response to a challenge: to make a low-calorie version of mac 'n' cheese that was healthy, simple, yet just as delicious as the original. In the end, it was just three...

Tonkatsu is one of the most popular dishes in Japan. It's deep-fried pork cutlets. They're typically served with a store-bought sauce (usually BullDog), but it can be easily and quickly made at home. To...

Frozen salmon fillet is a convenient ingredient, but it can be a huge hassle if you forget to defrost it beforehand. Not with this recipe! The fish is stewed without defrosting in a spicy homemade...

Creamy burrata cheese, ripe cherry tomatoes in a variety of colors, fresh basil leaves, and aged balsamic vinegar pair beautifully with crisp homemade garlic...

If you're looking for a show-stopping yet easy-to-make side dish for your next holiday, consider these stuffed tomatoes filled with brown rice, herbs, Mexican...

Spaghetti pie is a traditional Italian dish typically made with leftover pasta. This version is made with freshly cooked spaghetti, two types of cheese, and tons of fresh herbs, resulting in...

This vegetable side dish is ready in minutes and goes well with any meat, poultry, or fish dish. Sautéed lima beans with cherry tomatoes and basil are dressed with red wine vinegar and topped with...

Add a little ricotta to your scrambled eggs for a velvety, creamy finish, and broccolini for a hearty, filling breakfast that'll last a long time.

Scrambled eggs with chorizo ​​is a popular Mexican breakfast that's quick and easy to make and keeps you full for a long time. Traditionally, crumbled raw chorizo ​​is added to the scrambled eggs, but to make the dish look...

For a twist on the classic scallop and lemon juice combination, try pairing them with a light, citrusy, spicy sauce made from a blend of orange and tangerine juices.

Sea scallops are grilled in the oven and served with braised cabbage. The delicate seafood only needs a few minutes to cook through, so watch carefully to avoid...

Combine pearl barley with fried bacon and cheddar and bake in the oven until tender and creamy, laced with salty bacon bits. A delicious side dish for both special occasions and...

This sweet potato mash with Parmesan and green onions is the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and spicy. It's a great alternative to traditional mashed potatoes when you want more flavor and a unique twist...

A traditional cobbler is fruit or berries baked under a layer of batter. Why not swap out the fruit for vegetables and make a savory cobbler? If it's the height of summer, use all the seasonal vegetables—...

Instead of traditional braised cabbage, serve it with sautéed, hearty greens, and for a more flavorful side dish, use several varieties, such as kale, Swiss chard, and escarole. Don't...

To make a delicious side dish with fresh or frozen lima beans, simply sauté them in bacon drippings, drizzle with lemon juice, and serve topped with crispy...

This fresh, quick version of classic cabbage rolls takes much less time to make, but the flavor remains the same. You don't have to wrap the filling in each cabbage leaf. Cook it on...

Succulent filet mignon stuffed with blue cheese, mushrooms, and herbs, served with a wonderful wine sauce for a luxurious holiday dinner. Served with green beans in a light butter glaze and...

With this recipe, oven-baked pork ribs will be as delicious as grilled ones. It's all about the spice mix with smoked paprika, which adds a smoky flavor, and the barbecue sauce, which...

This simple dish has everything that makes beef stroganoff so popular, except chicken is used instead of beef. Golden-brown chicken breast pieces are simmered in...

Only after tasting this intricate chessboard-style dish will your guests realize they're in the midst of beef stroganoff, presented haute cuisine style. It features mushrooms, beef, sour cream, and...