Culinary recipes

Fresh thyme leaves infuse their incredible flavor into this hearty and healthy quinoa and roasted acorn squash dish, while toasted pistachios add a delightful crunch. Don't forget...

This easy-to-make salad is rich in fiber (thanks to the quinoa and arugula) and bursting with flavor, balancing sweet, tart, salty, and savory notes. Serve...

A grain bowl with vegetables is one of the most popular everyday meals among healthy eaters. This concept is especially popular because of the ability to vary the ingredients depending on...

This bowl with quinoa, fresh vegetables, and shrimp is a true treasure trove of vitamins and minerals. It's also rich in protein and healthy fiber. You can use any ready-made...

If you're looking to add a unique twist to your appetizer platter, try making a quick pickled watermelon. The flesh is marinated in rice vinegar with chili peppers, fish sauce, and palm oil.

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,...

Even though this Bolognese sauce is quick to prepare, its flavor is incredibly rich and intense, as if it's been simmering on the stove for hours. All thanks to its secret ingredients:...

Any New Yorker will tell you that a good bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich is the perfect way to start the day. Chances are, you already have everything you need for this breakfast in your fridge. The key...

Baked tomatoes with thyme are an easy and incredibly versatile side dish. Roasting intensifies the tomatoes' flavor, making them a great way to enhance even the most winter-hardy...

The mushrooms are marinated with red onions in a quick apple cider vinegar brine. They're ready to eat in just 45 minutes. Small cremini mushrooms (with brown...) are best for this 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...

Many Italian recipes call for marinara sauce, but finding a quality product in supermarkets can be more difficult than making your own. With this recipe, you'll have the most delicious marinara sauce...

Barbecue sauce doesn't have to be store-bought; you can easily make it yourself at home. This recipe lets you quickly whip up a sauce using canned tomatoes, and to give it that distinctive...

Eggs Benedict, a popular breakfast dish, has made its way to dinner. The bun has been replaced with blanched asparagus to reduce carbs and add more fiber. Poached eggs...

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...

Give the classic Cosmopolitan a more tropical twist by replacing the cranberry juice with passionfruit juice. The drink will be slightly sweeter and a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for house parties. Serve...

Passion fruit, grown in tropical regions around the world, is typically juiced by separating the crunchy seeds from the pulp. However, these seeds are no less beneficial, and when making a homemade smoothie, be sure to...

Passionfruit nectar infuses the classic Margarita with a sweet, fruity flavor, making it more tropical and perfect for a hot summer day. For a refreshing twist, wet the rim...

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.

This pesto with almonds, fresh herbs, and pecorino cheese is served with vibrant chunks of fresh tomatoes. Substitute parsley for the traditional basil, and to keep the sauce's flavor vibrant and intense,...

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.

Replace traditional basil with parsley in this fresh homemade pesto with pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan. Roasted bell peppers add a beautiful touch of flavor. Serve the pesto as a dipping sauce,...

These crumbly shortbread cookies, flavored with Parmesan cheese, freshly ground black pepper, and a subtle lemon flavor, are perfect as an appetizer or a travel snack. They're easy to make and very...

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.

In India, the word "chaat" refers to several types of savory vegetarian appetizers. This recipe comes from Nidhi Jalan, founder of the Brooklyn restaurant Masala Mama, which serves exceptional...

Decorate your cupcakes with charming pansies using this step-by-step recipe. You'll need cupcakes covered with white Swiss buttercream, frosting...

Nidhi Jalan, owner of Masala Mama, makes these fun snacks every year during Holi, the Indian spring festival. Crispy, crispy, deep-fried balls...

This snack is a worthy alternative to French fries. Polenta, cut into strips, is fried in oil until golden brown and sprinkled with grated Parmesan and fresh herbs. This recipe works best with...

Celebrate Easter or the arrival of spring with these charming pansy cookies. The varying shades of purple dough and a tiny dot of yellow icing in the center make these...

Panelle are simple Sicilian fried pancakes made from chickpea flour. They're a popular street food, served in a sesame seed bun or as a standalone appetizer, as in this recipe. Fry the pancakes...

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...

"Dumplings don't just satisfy hunger. For me, they're comfort food that fills me with fond memories," shares recipe author Vivian Chan. "Making dumplings is a weekend tradition, in...

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...