Simple and quick recipes

Benedictine spread is a simple combination of cream cheese, cucumbers, and cayenne pepper. The appetizer was created in the early 20th century by Louisville restaurant owner Jenny Carter Benedict, in honor of...

The simplest guacamole recipe includes avocado, jalapeño pepper, tomato, cilantro, and lime juice. Simply mash the guacamole with a fork in a bowl and serve immediately as an appetizer with chips for dipping.

Fill chicken breast cutlets with rice noodles in a Thai sauce with green onions, bell peppers, and carrots, roll them up, and grill them. You'll get a juicy and delicious Asian-inspired appetizer...

Italian-style chicken breast rolls are perfect as an appetizer or main course for a holiday meal. Fill them with sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, zucchini, smoked mozzarella...

If you love a crispy, hot sandwich with gooey cheese, you'll definitely love this more veggie-heavy option: in addition to several types of cheese, the sandwich will also be loaded with spinach and...

These pesto ravioli are cooked entirely in one pan, meaning there's no need to boil water, drain it, and make the sauce separately. The starchy liquid left at the bottom of the pan...

Grill chicken wings (or grill them in a pan) until done, then toss them with a glossy orange teriyaki glaze. Sprinkle them with sesame seeds and green onions and enjoy...

Fried chicken wings are a favorite treat at any beer party, and these Jamaican grilled jerk wings are sure to impress. Let them soak up the spicy flavor...

Hot habanero peppers, thyme, allspice, cloves, and charcoal grilling infuse the chicken with the delicious jerk flavor and aroma that Caribbean cuisine is renowned for. Marinate the chicken legs...

Enjoy a delicious Mediterranean-style dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for both everyday and special occasions. Shrimp are marinated for a few minutes in a garlic-lemon...

The filling for these rolls is made from a mixture of grilled, aromatic eggplant, bulgur, feta, and tomatoes. It's wrapped in a thin slice of chicken breast and grilled until done.

Chickpeas and grilled eggplant are popular ingredients in Middle Eastern cuisine. When paired with a garlicky yogurt sauce, they make a delicious wrap filling. Be sure to grill them thoroughly...

Grilled corn, bell peppers, and green onions form the base of this hearty summer stew. Serve with a toasted, crusty baguette or country bread for a complete vegetarian meal.

Tender avocado makes a light, refreshing dressing for crisp romaine lettuce, bacon, and grilled chicken in a citrus marinade. This Cobb salad will look stunning when served...

Clambake is a traditional New England seafood dish, often prepared at a coastal picnic. For this recipe, you won't need a huge pot or a trip to the beach:...

Before grilling, the chicken breast is marinated for a few minutes in a flavorful mixture containing chipotle peppers, which imparts not only a piquant flavor but also a slight smoky note that enhances the aroma of the charcoal grill. Not...

Peach jam and pickles are the main ingredients in this sweet and tart barbecue sauce, which is basted on grilled chicken and served with the finished dish. Directions...

Grilled chicken breast is served with a green bean and red onion salad in a refreshing buttermilk dressing. The salad vegetables are also grilled. If you don't have a grill, use...

Cobb salad is a delicious combination of lettuce, juicy tomatoes, tender avocado, hard-boiled eggs, crispy bacon, tangy blue cheese, and chicken. It's especially delicious when...

This hearty Caesar salad sandwich, made with kale, grilled chicken, and signature dressing, becomes even more flavorful and tender when pressed. A press is ideal for...

Chicken thighs are rubbed with an Asian-inspired sauce and Chinese five-spice seasoning, then grilled for a deliciously savory and juicy finish. Serve with carrot and snow pea noodles...

Grill chicken thighs and romaine lettuce for a quick and easy salad in a tart Dijon mustard vinaigrette. Some of the same vinaigrette is used to marinate the chicken.

Rub chicken breasts with chili powder paste and grill them with corn tortillas for simple and delicious tacos that are easy to make midweek. Serve the finished...

The main goal of this recipe is to use up the shrimp cocktail sauce that's sometimes left over from parties. It makes a great base for chicken barbecue sauce! Grill the chicken...

The carbonated water makes the bean batter very light and airy, and after deep-frying, it turns into an incredibly crispy crust. Prepare a delicate mayonnaise with...

Give Mexican nachos a Greek twist: replace the corn chips with pita chips and top with hummus and a Greek salad—cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, red onion, and feta.

If you're planning a US flag theme for your party, these tartlets are the easiest and most delicious option. Fill them with frosting, arrange them in a rectangle on a serving tray, and decorate them with a matching pattern of red...

This delicious fruit dessert in the colors of the national flag makes a great light end to a holiday dinner or a pleasant snack on a hot day. Simply mix the berries in individual bowls and...

This recipe is designed specifically for busy housewives who want to feed the whole family a delicious and flavorful homemade dinner without spending a lot of time or effort. All ingredients...

If you're cooking beer can chicken on a charcoal grill, the only spices you'll need are salt and pepper—the smoke and beer flavors themselves act as a seasoning. Don't forget to place a drip tray underneath...

Beer can chicken is a popular grilling method, but not everyone has a grill, and it's not always available in all weather conditions. The solution: simple beer can chicken in the oven! It turns out...

Pan-sear pork tenderloin, slice thinly, and serve with a mixture of broccoli, carrots, and pickled peppers in a sweet-tart glaze made from maple syrup and pepper brine.

Prickly pear pads, or nopales as they're known in Mexico, have been eaten for centuries. Research shows they help regulate blood sugar levels. And...

Stuffed chicken breast with pecans and tarragon is fried until golden brown, then simmered in a light tomato sauce with dry white wine until done. The result is a delicious and healthy dish...

Stuffed chicken breast always looks elegant, and it's much easier to make than you might think. Simply cut a pocket in the side and fill it with the filling, in this case a mixture of goat's...

Chicken breast rolls stuffed with goat cheese, orange zest, and dill are rolled in a mixture of breadcrumbs and ground pecans and baked to golden brown perfection.

To ensure even cooking and a beautiful golden crust on the cornichon chicken, butterfly it and bake it uncovered. Serve with a refreshing mojo sauce with cilantro, and...

Asian-style gherkin chicken in a spicy soy glaze with hoisin sauce, ginger, and green onions is served with a refreshing salad of fresh bok choy, grapefruit, and chili pepper. Remove from the segments...

These sweet and savory chickens will become your new signature dish for special occasions when you really want to impress your guests. Not only are these little whole-baked chickens...

Cornichons are simmered in a fragrant vinegar-soy sauce with sugar, peppercorns, and bay leaves until tender, juicy, and delicious. Serve half a chicken with...

Want to feel like a seasoned cook? This recipe will give you a boost of confidence. Cornichons are fried in a pan under a press, shaped like a simple brick wrapped in foil. This method...

Cornichons are baked in a single baking sheet with a vegetable mixture of potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and carrots. Due to their small size, they will cook at the same time as the vegetables. The dish looks...

Golden cornichons, served whole on a plate, are the perfect choice for a festive dinner. The secret to their amazingly crispy skin is keeping the skin very dry.

This chicken pot pie is so good, it's hard to believe it only took 16 minutes to make. "Deconstructed" means the filling and the puff pastry are cooked separately (much faster than...

Chicken pot pie is a great way to enjoy a delicious, filling meal on the go. These pot pie pies are quick and easy to make using store-bought pot pie dough, and the filling includes...

These soft, aromatic pretzels are infused with the flavors of both pizza and traditional pretzels—all in one! They're easy to make with store-bought pizza dough. Oregano and Parmesan add an Italian twist, and...

This sweet popcorn is cooked on the stovetop in butter, and a little salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper infuse it with a whole host of flavors. The butter will splatter, so use...

The American Lowcountry region of South Carolina encompasses the Atlantic Ocean coastline, and its cuisine is correspondingly rich in seafood dishes, which is reflected in this nacho recipe....

These mini egg salad sandwiches are a great teatime snack. Delicious and healthy, they're made with whole-grain bread, and the egg salad is topped with Greek yogurt and just a little...