Main course recipes

To prepare this popular Indian chicken, you don't need a special tandoori oven; your oven will do the job just fine on the grill. The chicken breast is pre-marinated in...

This quick Italian pasta is made with just five ingredients: spaghetti, canned tomatoes in their own juice, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. Despite such a simple recipe,...

This American goulash cooks quickly because the beef is cut into very thin slices rather than traditional cubes. Brown them in a hot skillet until crisp, then...

The crumbly, buttery crust of this classic quiche is filled with a thick, set custard topped with caramelized onions, bacon, and Gruyère cheese. This French pie will never go out of style and...

Add canned tuna, anchovies, olives, and potatoes to a pasta salad with tomatoes and green beans. Toss everything with a tart vinaigrette for a quick, delicious, and...

Although Pasta Primavera typically features predominantly green vegetables, this recipe features yellow ones, resulting in a pasta that's just as spring-like and sunny! Use carrots, yellow...

Instead of traditional chips, these nachos are made with deep-fried dough squares. It's easiest to use store-bought wonton dough squares. Serve generously layered with...

This impressive pasta bowl will be a true centerpiece for your holiday table and the main course of your dinner. This crisp bowl of capellini (angel hair) pasta is filled with a homemade marinara sauce and juicy...

Serve baked parsnips as a healthy alternative to potatoes. To enhance their flavor, simply toss the hot parsnips with butter, garlic, fresh herbs, and lemon zest.

Want your kids to eat more healthy vegetables? Then make Pasta Primavera! With pasta and gooey cheese, any vegetable will taste better, especially if it's colorful spiral pasta.

The perfect vegetable side dish for holiday meat or poultry. Cauliflower is baked with grated Parmesan, aromatic thyme, and rosemary until golden brown. Parmesan...

This appetizer will be a real hit and the center of attraction at your party. The tender baked potato gets an extra boost of flavor and crunch from a crisp layer of golden Parmesan cheese.

These wonderful dinner rolls will captivate everyone not only with their warm, creamy flavor and aroma, complemented by the pleasant crunch of coarse sea salt, but also with their texture. Parker House buns...

Wide ribbons of pappardelle pasta are topped with a rich ragù of pork, veal, tomatoes, and cream. Sautéed pancetta, shiitake mushrooms, sautéed vegetables, and aromatic herbs fill the ragù.

Fusilli pasta is baked in a fresh tomato sauce with pieces of fried pancetta, roasted bell peppers, and a generous helping of shredded mozzarella for a deliciously chewy dinner casserole. Thanks to its...

Make a classic Italian risotto for dinner for two. With tender leeks, crisp pancetta, and juicy spinach, it's both visually and flavorfully vibrant, and...

Bake crispy pancetta and fried escarole with pasta, mozzarella, and Parmesan in a tomato sauce. Pancetta (Italian bacon) infuses the casserole with incredible flavor and aroma,...

Crispy pieces of pancetta and tender artichoke hearts are baked with penne pasta in a tomato sauce topped with smoked mozzarella and a layer of classic mozzarella. This pasta casserole...

This tempeh and vegetable salad in a peanut dressing is a variation on the traditional Indonesian dish gado-gado. The flavor and aroma of peanut butter and coconut milk, combined with...

Firm spelt (a type of wheat) pairs beautifully with fried Canadian bacon, bell peppers, tomatoes, and greens in this warm, Cajun-inspired salad.

Although tender rack of lamb doesn't require long marinating, try rubbing it with olive oil, herbs, and garlic and leaving it for a few hours. You'll definitely appreciate it...

The mild flavor of white fish is the perfect foil for a more vibrant side dish. Use the savory and salty flavor of Italian dried soppressata to enrich a broth with fennel and grape tomatoes,...

Morels are one of the most delicious mushrooms and a fleeting sign of spring. This one-skillet chicken and mushroom sauce dish is a wonderful way to kick off the mushroom season. Juicy chicken legs, coated with...

Liven up the flavor of grilled chicken breast by drizzling it with fragrant olive oil infused with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes. For a complete and filling dinner, pair the chicken with baked...

What a surprise! If you brought frozen salmon fillets home from the supermarket, you don't have to wait for them to defrost before frying them. Simply place the fish in a preheated pan and fry, then...

Tender hake fillet is breaded and fried to a crispy golden brown and served with potato salad in a creamy dressing. You can substitute hake with other white fish, such as Pacific salmon...

This spinach and paneer dish is popular worldwide, but it originated in Punjab in northern India. Making the paneer from scratch is the key to success. Don't worry, it's much easier than you think.

This green onion salad is a popular side dish for Korean barbecue. Before mixing all the ingredients, the green onions are soaked in ice water for half an hour, which helps them curl and...

Beef brisket is marinated overnight in a mixture of orange juice, Chinese five-spice powder, hot sauce, and other spices, then baked in the oven with root vegetables...

Broccolini is a relative of broccoli with less lush florets and longer stems. It doesn't have the same pronounced cabbage flavor as broccoli, which is what many people like about it. Broccolini also...

Stalk celery is tossed with cherry tomatoes, olive oil and thyme, then grilled until the flavor intensifies, then topped with toasted walnuts...

This hearty and healthy vegetarian pasta is made with broken lasagna noodles in a creamy sauce with sweet chunks of butternut squash, juicy kale, and sage. The highlight of the dish is...

Bucatini pasta is prepared with shelled mussels, flavorful pieces of prosciutto, and spices in dry white wine, creating an elegant Italian dish for special occasions. Be sure to carefully...

The secret ingredient in this dish is finely chopped olives, which act as a delicious salt. You'll need just six olives to add to the salad dressing and stuff the tender tilapia...

Brown sugar, salt, and black pepper make a super-simple spice blend that gives grilled beef steak a beautiful crust with a caramelized, spicy flavor. Thin slices of grilled...

The best way to serve broccoli is as a gratin with a delicious cheese crust that will delight adults, children, and anyone who thought they didn't like broccoli. The florets...

Add crumbled pork sausage and sage to cornbread dough for a delicious brunch bread. The natural sweetness of the corn pairs beautifully with the spicy...

Preserved lemons add a vibrant, tart, salty flavor to any dish. They're made by rubbing sliced ​​lemons with salt, pressing them tightly into a jar with aromatic herbs, and leaving them...

If you're new to fresh artichokes, this recipe will not only help you braise them deliciously, but also teach you how to expertly trim the "cones" and eat them properly. The artichokes are braised in white...

No grill? No problem! These mouth-watering pork ribs with a sweet-spicy sticky glaze can be cooked from start to finish in the oven. Using peach jam instead of fresh fruit...

This recipe uses both the tender leaves and the tough stems of Swiss chard—you can never have too much fiber! Just cook the stems before the leaves, and they'll turn out just as tender and...

Juicy, slightly bitter escarole is perfect for braising. When paired with garlic, red pepper, oregano, and tomatoes, its flavor becomes more complex, with savory, spicy, and sweet notes. And...

Flavorful celery and tender leeks (use only the white and light green parts) are simmered in chicken broth with a touch of vanilla extract. Light...

Broccoli pasta is rich in healthy fiber and will please both adults and children. It's loaded with aromatic greens and cheese, and the chunks of Italian capicola are sure to impress. For a more vibrant...

To ensure the broccoli in your salad has a pleasant texture—tender, crunchy, and juicy—blanch it first for a couple of minutes, until the florets turn bright green. The flavor of broccoli...

This Italian omelet is a great way to use up leftover cooked vegetables, like from last night's dinner. Broccoli is a perfect addition, pairing beautifully with cheddar, but...

Strata, a savory bread pudding, is a great way to use up stale bread. This recipe gives forgotten hot dog buns a new lease of life. Slice them, toss them with broccoli and grated...

Black-eyed beans are the perfect ingredient for hearty, delicious, and nutritious salads, especially when paired with bacon, or as in this recipe, Canadian bacon, which is more like ham.

This vibrant, nutritious Mexican-inspired salad is perfect for summer and picnics. It's packed with healthy vegetables, contrasting textures, and a whole host of flavors, including spicy, sweet, and...

Pork shoulder is braised in a fragrant beer sauce with vegetables, thyme, and dried apricots until the meat is tender and falls apart. For this recipe, you'll need a cauldron with a tight...