Main course recipes

This chicken recipe turns out incredibly crispy and delicious, just like deep-fried chicken. However, it's baked in the oven, skinless, and much healthier. To get the crust...

This beef stroganoff is made with beef short ribs. They're less popular, but when cooked properly, they're incredibly flavorful and juicy. Bake these meaty short ribs in the oven,...

"Meatloaf is the way to my heart, especially when it's spicy and served with potatoes," admits Sunny Anderson. This meatloaf is made with a mixture of ground beef and ground dark turkey. Sunny...

Sunny Anderson makes large meatballs from a mixture of ground beef and pork, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fragrant herbs. The mega-meatballs are first pan-fried until golden brown, then...

This side dish will win over even those who thought they didn't like Brussels sprouts! Bright green sprouts, cut in half, are fried in a light glaze of butter and brown sugar...

Roasted carrots are served with a relish of pistachios, dates, olives, oranges, and spices. "Every Thanksgiving, I look forward to unexpected guests at our table, which adds a fresh touch...

This Thanksgiving turkey stuffing recipe was created by Rosanna Scotto's grandmother. Despite the name, the stuffing is prepared separately from the turkey and served as a side dish. "Grandma's stuffing can..."

This corn pudding can be served for dessert instead of pie. It's moderately sweet, and much of its natural sweetness comes from the corn. The pudding's secret ingredient is aromatic bourbon, which...

This delicious vegetarian pasta is rich in protein, fiber, and simply delicious. Cavatelli pasta is cooked separately and tossed with well-sautéed cauliflower,...

Spaghetti in a delicate creamy sauce with savory pieces of fried pancetta (Italian bacon)… What could be simpler and more delicious?! This dish requires very few ingredients, but together...

"Macaroni and cheese holds a special place in my heart," says Sunny Anderson. "My mom only made her own mac 'n' cheese recipe on holidays, but the rest of the time it was..."

Crispy-fried salmon fillet is served with a hearty escarole and wild rice salad. In addition to these main ingredients, the salad also includes sun-dried tomatoes, crushed salted pistachios, and...

Even just carrots can make a wonderful side dish for meat or poultry. Simply simmer them in a glaze of butter, lemon zest, and soy sauce. It's not only delicious, but also...

These spicy fried mushrooms will be a hit at your holiday table. This appetizer is made with several types of mushrooms for a richer, more intense flavor, while spices like garlic...

Don't underestimate the ability of a simple turkey to impress with its flavor. The dried pasilla peppers used in this recipe impart a smoky flavor rather than a spicy note to the bird. Its flavor...

The spicy Jamaican jerk sauce in which the bird is marinated gives this turkey its delicious flavor and aroma. If you can't find jerk sauce, substitute it with a jerk spice mix mixed with...

Bobby Flay's luxurious turkey will be the centerpiece of your holiday table. This recipe eliminates the need to marinate the bird, yet it still tastes delicious. Flavorful...

Pulao is an Indian basmati rice pilaf that's easy to make, healthy, and delicious. Everything is cooked in one pot. In this recipe, the rice is cooked with whole chicken breasts, which...

This dish is literally infused with the wonderful sweet-spicy aroma of fennel. Fennel seeds are rubbed onto bone-in pork loin cutlets before frying. Fennel root is paired with leeks for...

Prepare a delicious German-style dinner. Sauerbraten literally means "sour roast" in German, and this dish lives up to its name, but it's incredibly delicious...

Chicken thighs are pan-fried until the skin is crispy and deep golden, then finished in the oven in a sweet and tart wine sauce with black and green olives...

When preparing a festive dinner for two, there's no point in standing over the stove all day—you can bake everything on one baking sheet! This recipe bakes all the most popular Valentine's Day treats in one batch.

Unripe edamame soybeans are a valuable source of protein, dietary fiber, vitamins, and microelements. They can be purchased frozen and are ideal for vitamin-rich salads. For example,...

The unexpected combination of parsnips and bacon will surprise and delight your family and guests. Sliced ​​parsnips are sautéed in a pan with bacon and thinly sliced ​​onion rings and...

This is a super-delicious vegan version of the popular Japanese dish unadon (unagi-donburi), fried eel in a sweet, sticky sauce served with white rice. Eggplant replaces the eel. Recipe...

The secret ingredient in these vegan baked beans is shiitake mushrooms. Even meat lovers won't notice the lack of bacon! The best part is, the beans don't require soaking—just slow-roast them in...

Who said Italian Bolognese sauce is only good with pasta? Try it with potato gnocchi! Separately boiled gnocchi are placed on top of the prepared meat sauce, and that's it...

This protein- and fiber-rich, nutritious Asian salad is packed with a range of flavors, with sweet, tart, and savory notes. Baked tofu is complemented by sweet butternut squash and aromatic...

Bone-in pork loin cutlets are rubbed with a spiced mixture of paprika, coriander, and cumin and fried until crispy, then simmered in a skillet until cooked through, along with a thick...

Soft, creamy polenta is served with mushrooms sautéed in olive oil, garlic, and fragrant rosemary. For a more complex and rich flavor, use a mixture of...

Katie Lee says dinner at the Masseria Il Frantoio in Italy was one of the best of her life. In this recipe, she attempted to recreate one of the dishes from that evening. It turned out incredibly delicious.

In this delicious and healthy bowl, Trisha Yearwood complements a brown rice base with lightly sautéed vegetables: sugar snap peas, zucchini, fennel root, and shiitake mushrooms. It's incredibly juicy...

Spelt has recently become increasingly popular among healthy eaters. Cooking softens the grains, but retains the firmness everyone craves. Spelt...

The flavor of this delicate, saffron-tinged risotto is reminiscent of a Provençal seafood stew, bouillabaisse. Ideal for special occasions, it will be appreciated by both vegans and vegetarians alike.

Enjoy the delicious combination of sautéed mushrooms and fennel seeds in this meat- and dairy-free vegan lasagna. In addition to the mushroom-and-tomato sauce, this vegan...

Broccoli rapini (leaf broccoli) is widely used in Italian cuisine, where it's often used to make light and delicious side dishes. The simplest of these is rapini sautéed in olive oil with...

The star of this light Mediterranean salad is fennel. You'll need both the root and the greens. The fennel's licorice-like sweetness is perfectly complemented by pieces of bloodroot...

Make salmon the main dish at your next family celebration. The fish is pan-fried until crispy and then finished in the oven, resulting in a very juicy and...

Pacific cod fillet is baked in the oven on a bed of succulent vegetables. The vibrant combination of carrots, red onions, and emerald Brussels sprouts makes the dish vibrant and...

Polenta is simmered in water with heavy cream, then mixed with grated fontina cheese at the very end, resulting in a very tender and creamy polenta. Served with mushrooms stewed in a creamy sauce. To bring out the mushroom flavor...

Grilled bratwurst sausages with sauerkraut are perfect for a German-style dinner. Serve with fried potatoes with apples, green onions, and sage in a light honey glaze.

"Warm vanilla bread pudding served with cold crème anglaise. Who could resist such a dessert?!" says Ina Garten. She's made this recipe simple: no cooking required...

If you're making a new potato salad, don't waste time peeling them: the young skins contain beneficial microelements and will only benefit you. Wash the potatoes thoroughly, boil them, and...

Although this quiche is made without pastry, it's no less delicious, thanks to a light Parmesan crust instead of a traditional crust. Plus, the combination of fried mushrooms,...

This recipe transforms classic potato salad with a creamy dressing into a vegetarian side dish perfect for holidays, picnics, or a simple midweek dinner. A little...

If you're following a plant-based diet or just looking for a good dairy-free dish, this creamy pasta salad is the perfect solution. It's perfect for picnics and...

Fresh ricotta, Asiago, and Pecorino cheeses add a creamy note and a creamy texture to this pasta casserole topped with sautéed pepperoni, juicy spinach, and homemade tomato sauce.

Pasta is baked in a rich tomato-ricotta sauce with seared Italian sausage and poached escarole, topped with a layer of melting mozzarella. You can use sweet or...

This salmon dish is made entirely in one pan in under 30 minutes and features the classic flavors of shrimp scampi in a creamy sauce. The salmon fillet is served in a flavorful sauce with...