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Grilled tea-brine chicken with peach, mint, and arugula saladViews: 500

A sweet tea brine gives the finished chicken a beautiful color, infuses it with flavor, makes it very juicy, and leaves a pleasant sweet aftertaste. The chicken is cooked over indirect heat, so...

chicken thighs, peaches, lemon, arugula, mint...
Time: 8 hours 55 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 839
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Surf and Turf: Shrimp, Steak, and Grilled VegetablesViews: 1,295
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If you're looking for a sophisticated restaurant-style dinner at home, consider surf and turf dishes. This combination of red meat and seafood always looks luxurious and...

Beef, shrimp, Fresno pepper, corn, zucchini, red onion, tomatoes, wine vinegar...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 2 Caloric content: 1602
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Baked Beans with Bacon and Candied JalapeñosViews: 525

White beans are simmered in a light, sweet-and-spicy tomato sauce with molasses and mustard, and served topped with salty, crispy bacon bits and candied jalapeños that fill the dish...

White beans, tomato sauce, molasses, Vidalia onion, jalapeño pepper, ground cayenne pepper, mustard powder, bacon...
Time: 2 hours 30 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 985
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Sweet and Spicy Chicken with PumpkinViews: 924

This complete chicken and vegetable side dish in sauce is made in one pot. Chili paste and ginger give it a piquant flavor that pairs perfectly with the natural sweetness of the pumpkin. In...

Chicken thighs, butternut squash, brown sugar, sherry, cilantro, kale, chili paste...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 796
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Mashed potatoes with truffleViews: 852

If you're making mashed potatoes for a holiday table, give them a more sophisticated flavor by adding grated truffled Pecorino cheese. Serve with warm cream and butter and let them rest for a few minutes...

potatoes, pecorino romano cheese, cream...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 2
Author: - culinary writer
Mac and cheese with truffleViews: 765

When it comes to adding a special twist to classic pasta dishes, no one does it better than Ina Garten. This mac 'n' cheese casserole is made with Gruyere cheese, two types of mushrooms, a little...

Cavatappi pasta, champignon mushrooms, truffle oil, milk, nutmeg, Gruyere cheese...
Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 1026
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Penne in a goat cheese sauce with sweet roasted garlicViews: 477

The secret ingredient in this dish is roasted garlic. It infuses the creamy goat cheese and Parmesan sauce with a rich, sweet and spicy flavor. Toss the hot, cooked penne pasta into the sauce and...

penne pasta, black pepper, goat cheese, milk, white wine, garlic, parsley...
Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 678
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Sweet lima beansViews: 776

Lima beans (or lima beans) are typically found in complex side dishes or salads, but in this recipe, they're the star! Enjoy the sweet flavor of fresh lima beans simply by simmering them...

lima beans, red pepper flakes...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 170
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Sweet potato gnocchiViews: 787

Traditional Italian gnocchi are made with mashed potatoes, but why not play with flavors and replace the regular potatoes with sweet potatoes? Savory Parmesan, thyme, and nutmeg...

premium flour, thyme, nutmeg, sweet potato, gnocchi...
Time: 1 hour 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 468
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Sweet Potato and Turnip GratinViews: 579

This tender, gooey cheese-filled gratin combines sweet sweet potato and more subdued turnip for a delicious holiday side dish that's perfect for New Year's or...

sweet potato, turnip, ground cayenne pepper, thyme...
Time: 1 hour 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 448
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Spiced Sweet Potato and Parsnip PureeViews: 568

An excellent, healthy alternative to starchy mashed potatoes, especially for the holidays when the table is already full of calorie-dense dishes. Plus, this sweet and spicy sweet potato and parsnip puree...

sweet potato, parsnip root, black pepper, brown sugar...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 253
Categories: Main courses, Meat, Sauces, Gravies, .
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Classic Swedish meatballsViews: 1,081

Classic Swedish meatballs are made from a mixture of ground meat (regular beef and pork) seasoned with nutmeg, black pepper, and allspice. Pan-fry them on the stovetop until crispy...

ground pork, ground beef, nutmeg, black pepper, allspice, meatballs, cream...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 405
Categories: Main courses, Bird, .
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Chicken legs in orange glazeViews: 672

Chicken drumsticks are marinated in a sweet and spicy orange marinade, then baked in the oven until the marinade forms a delicious, sticky glaze on the surface. Asian food lovers will be delighted...

Chicken drumsticks, orange marmalade, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, five-spice seasoning, paprika...
Time: 1 hour 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 155
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BBQ Beef FriesViews: 671

Crispy fries are served with a mound of braised beef and fried bacon in barbecue sauce, and a side of coleslaw with a mustard dressing. The beef short ribs can be braised in advance...

Beef, potatoes, cabbage, carrots, celery seeds, apple cider vinegar, honey, barbecue sauce, French fries...
Time: 6 hours 45 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Main courses, Meat, Fish, Sauces, Gravies, .
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Surf and turf in a wine-herb sauce with fried mushrooms and creamy leeksViews: 661

Create a sophisticated restaurant-style surf-and-turf dish. Pan-fried steak and tender potato-crusted white fish are served on a bed of king mushrooms and corn, under a rich...

Beef, sea bass, potatoes, leeks, corn, thyme, marjoram, red wine, juniper berries...
Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 2
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Grilled flank steak with shrimp and romaine lettuceViews: 709
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This steak's incomparable flavor comes from a spiced beer marinade and, of course, grilling it on an outdoor grill. Marinate the meat overnight to tenderize the steak, then grill it with...

Beef, ginger root, brown sugar, shrimp, bay leaf, lemon juice, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, Dijon mustard...
Time: 8 hours 40 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6
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Baked sweet potato for breakfastViews: 1,383

For a delicious, filling breakfast, bake sweet potatoes with onions and Cubanelle peppers. Chili powder and garlic balance the sweet potatoes' sweetness, creating a savory, spicy, and...

Sweet potato, cubanell pepper, green onion, garlic granules...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 304
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Fried chicken and waffles with a sweet and spicy glazeViews: 608

A piece of deep-fried chicken is served on fluffy Belgian waffles and drizzled with a sweet-and-savory maple syrup glaze. This traditional Southern dish is perfect in every way: it's...

Chicken thighs, onion powder, paprika, ground cayenne pepper, maple syrup, waffles...
Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 1526
Categories: Main courses, Meat, .
Cherry tomatoes with sausages in the ovenViews: 498

"There are so many things I love about this dish. First, it's all cooked on one baking sheet. Second, it's the combination of cherry tomatoes with aromatic herbs like thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. And...

kupaty (fried sausages), cherry tomatoes, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, balsamic vinegar...
Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 255
Categories: Main courses, Meat, Fish, Grill, Meat, Fish, .
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Beef and lobster kebabsViews: 422

Enjoy a combination of red meat and seafood in these tender surf-and-turf kebabs. No marinating is required. This tender beef tenderloin cooks in just a few minutes.

beef, lobster, garlic powder, ground cayenne pepper...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 461
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Surf and Turf Shrimp KebabsViews: 388

Almost everyone loves shashlik, and these surf-and-turf-style kebabs will be even more popular, as they have a little bit of everything – meat and seafood. Plump shrimp, cubes of beef tenderloin, and chunks...

beef, peaches, thyme, shrimp, wine vinegar...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 716
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Swedish Meatball CasseroleViews: 454

This casserole is a lazy Swedish meatball recipe because you don't have to roll the meatballs into balls: just fry them, simmer them briefly in a thick, spicy creamy sauce, and bake...

Ground beef, peas, carrots, potatoes, allspice, nutmeg, white peppercorns, cheese...
Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 589
Categories: Main courses, Meat, Fish, .
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Surf and Turf Dinner for TwoViews: 1 215

If you're planning a romantic dinner for two, here's the perfect simple recipe for an elegant restaurant-style meal without the extra cost. This surf-and-turf dinner features a combination of meat and...

shrimp, beef, spinach, white bread, potatoes, thyme...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 2 Caloric content: 1620
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Excellent hoagie sandwichViews: 612

This hoagie sandwich offers an unrivaled combination of roast beef, turkey breast, and ham with fresh and marinated vegetables in a vinaigrette. It's delicious and...

Beef, turkey, ham, tomatoes, bell peppers, lettuce, wine vinegar, basil, pickled cucumber...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 1 Caloric content: 565
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Sunny CasseroleViews: 487
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Beneath the delicious, sun-shaped crust of this casserole, you'll find a rich filling of Tater Tots, real fried sausage, fried eggs, and gooey cheese. To make the filling...

kupaty (fried sausages), eggs, cheddar cheese, shortbread dough, potatoes...
Time: 3 hours 35 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 12 Caloric content: 570
Suya-bowlViews: 662

The star of this hearty bowl is Nigerian suya kebab with peanuts and spices. Essentially, you can choose any protein for this kebab – steak, chicken, shrimp, salmon, tofu, or even eggplant. The key here is...

Beef, long-grain rice, avocado, eggs, barbecue sauce, tomatoes, cucumbers, peanuts, ground cayenne pepper, garlic powder...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 2 Caloric content: 1881
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Meat, .
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Pasta with braised lambViews: 758

Lamb shanks are perfect for a long, spiced braise in port. The meat is juicy, flavorful, and literally falls apart. Shred it with two forks, mix with...

lamb, port, cloves, cinnamon, egg noodles...
Time: 3 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Main courses, Meat, .
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Swedish meatballs with lingonberry sauceViews: 824

Friends and family will ask you to make these Swedish meatballs again and again. Juicy and firm, covered in a crispy crust, they're served in a thick sour cream sauce with caraway and lingonberry...

Ground pork, ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, caraway seeds, dill, lingonberry jam...
Time: 1 hour 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 567
Categories: Main courses, Bird, .
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Chicken in a sticky sesame glazeViews: 810

Bake homemade chicken nuggets in the oven, toss them in an Asian glaze, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. If you love Chinese food, you'll definitely appreciate this recipe.

Chicken nuggets, green onions, sesame seeds, rice vinegar, syrup, ketchup...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 2 Caloric content: 288
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Tart and Sweet Green BeansViews: 404

Blanch green beans to soften them slightly but still retain their crispness, and toss them with a red wine vinegar-sugar glaze that adds a lovely sweet-tart flavor.

green beans, almonds, wine vinegar...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 108
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Sweet Bourbon Glazed Pork RibsViews: 784

To ensure perfectly juicy pork ribs with a beautiful brown crust, bake them in the oven with a little apple juice until almost done, then brush them with a glaze of the sauce...

Pork ribs, apple juice, bourbon, barbecue sauce, grilled meat seasoning...
Time: 3 hours 55 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 1354
Categories: Main courses, Meat, Fast food, .
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Pepperoni BurgerViews: 778

These big, juicy burgers taste just like pizza. A thick patty is topped with red onions, pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, and lots of melty cheese, all for a delicious treat...

Ground beef, Italian seasonings, sweet pepper, pepperoni sausage, tomato sauce, olives...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 1247
Categories: Main courses, Bakery, Pies, buns, .
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Super-flaky biscuitsViews: 923

These sour milk buns taste like classic biscuits, but their fluffy, thick layers set them apart from the crowd. Several techniques help achieve this texture. First and foremost, this...

premium flour, yogurt, kefir...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 12 Caloric content: 339
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
Author: - culinary writer
Super Spicy Mac and CheeseViews: 677

Everyone loves macaroni and cheese for its wonderfully creamy flavor, but sometimes it's missing a little extra kick. So, for those who like it hot, Ree Drummond suggests adding...

Pasta, cheese sauce, processed cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, milk, hot sauce, chili pepper...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 10 Caloric content: 415
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Fish, .
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Pasta with shrimp scampiViews: 718

The main advantage of this pasta is that everything is cooked in one large pan. All ingredients are added one at a time, according to their cooking time, and you don't even have to boil the pasta...

linguine pasta, shrimp, thyme, basil, white wine...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 678
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The Easiest SuccotashViews: 554

Warm succotash salad is a great way to add more vegetables and legumes to your diet. Despite the abundance of ingredients, it's quite easy to prepare. Simply add all the vegetables and spices to the pan in...

cherry tomatoes, corn, bacon, lima beans...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 376
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Super-juicy bread filling with sausage (side dish)Views: 304

Bread stuffing is a popular side dish for holiday turkey or chicken. However, if you cook it inside the bird, there may not be enough for all guests. Therefore, the best option is to bake it separately in a large...

white bread, kupaty (fried sausages), sweet pepper...
Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 434
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Bouillabaisse and red pepper rouille sauceViews: 727

This Marseille fish soup recipe makes one serving, but if needed, simply increase the ingredients based on the number of guests. A little white fish, some shrimp, and a couple of mussels—and the flavor...

shrimp, flounder, white wine, fennel bulb, leek, tomatoes, corn, parsley...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 1
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, Meat, .
Author: - TV presenter
Pappardelle in a Quick Bolognese SauceViews: 835

For a quick Bolognese sauce for pasta, try this recipe from Sunny Anderson. You'll need store-bought pre-made patties from the convenience food section, pizza sauce, a little...

pappardelle pasta, cream, nutmeg...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 419
Categories: Main courses, Fish, .
Green Goddess MusselsViews: 739

Prepare mussels with the flavor of the popular Green Goddess sauce. A little natural Greek yogurt will give them the necessary creamy flavor, which will only highlight the freshness of the whole bouquet of greens.

mussels, lemon juice, dill, mint, tarragon...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 404
Author: - TV presenter
A simple recipe for Butter ChickenViews: 1,150
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Butter chicken is a more common name for the original Punjabi dish, murgh makhani. Chicken pieces are simmered in a tomato-cream sauce with spices. To save money...

Chicken nuggets, tomato puree, ginger root, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, paprika...
Time: 2 hours 40 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 1113

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