Simple and quick recipes

These delicious breakfast sandwiches are filled with a classic omelet with spinach and mushrooms. You can make the sandwiches ahead of time, freeze them, and then reheat a few each day and...

French toast is great because it can be served for breakfast or as a quick homemade dessert. This recipe makes your dessert even more elegant! Between two slices of bread,...

Prepare a big and delicious Sunday dinner in just 40 minutes. The chicken is baked in the oven along with a scattering of vegetables (new potatoes, carrots, red onion, and celery), and the finishing touch is...

While the fried flounder fillet is resting under foil, use the remaining fat and any tasty bits stuck to the pan to make a great sauce for the fish by adding lemon juice, butter, and...

The patties for these burgers are made from ground lamb, a rather fatty and rich meat that needs to be balanced. A light, refreshing fennel and arugula salad perfectly balances this...

The classic hot cheese sandwich gets a more vibrant, tangy flavor with the addition of kimchi, a Korean fermented cabbage. The kimchi is layered between the cheese layers and, when grilled,...

This stir-fry with chicken pieces, sweet and hot peppers, is infused with the stunning flavors of lemongrass, garlic, ginger, cumin, and coriander. Just the right amount of heat and spice, it pairs perfectly with neutral...

If your grilled chicken breasts always turn out dry, this recipe is for you! The chicken breast marinates for 30 minutes and grills for just 10 minutes, resulting in incredibly juicy and tender breasts. Everything...

London broil steak is a rather tough cut from the steer thigh, but when cooked and served correctly, it will literally melt in your mouth. Marinate the meat in tequila with spices and herbs, preferably...

No child can resist crunchy sweets, especially when they're homemade. This puffed rice snack is healthier than store-bought bars because it's packed with...

Even the most non-vegetarian will love these black bean burgers. To ensure the burgers retain their shape and texture, some of the beans are ground to a paste-like consistency, while others...

Persimmon is the perfect complement to fresh kale. In this salad, its subtle sweetness pairs beautifully with the tang of pickled shallots, the zesty flavor of the greens, and the creaminess of Gorgonzola cheese.

Add texture and flavor to this kale salad with toasted walnuts and crumbled blue cheese, and the sweet-tart vinaigrette ties it all together beautifully.

Add some baby kale to the traditional Caesar salad romaine for an even more filling and healthy twist. The salad is dressed with a classic anchovy dressing, which perfectly enhances...

This dish, packed with all the flavors of a Caesar salad, is made from start to finish in one pot, making cleanup a breeze. The pasta is cooked directly in milk, which is then topped with...

Thin slices of chicken breast are rubbed with a paprika-spice mixture and grilled until delicious grill marks appear. Just a few minutes is all it takes to keep the tender breast from drying out and keep it...

If you're new to jicama and don't know where to begin, try this simple appetizer that can be served with drinks or as a side dish to your main course. Jicama...

Sweet potato puree and Jamaican jerk seasoning imbue these biscuits with the sweet and spicy flavor typical of Caribbean cuisine. They're easy to make and ready in less than an hour. Don't over-knead the dough, and the biscuits...

Transform Mexican nachos into a vibrant Caribbean-inspired appetizer. Tortilla chips are served under a layer of shredded grilled jerk pork, fresh pineapple chunks, and melting, savory cheese...

A natural ham steak, the back ham, is pan-fried in butter with a little brown sugar, which turns into a light caramel crust and interestingly...

A wonderful salad for the holiday table. Slices of roasted duck breast are tossed with endive, oranges, raspberries, and pecans in a tart sherry-based vinaigrette. Everything...

Prepare a delicious and quick Caribbean-style dinner. Skinless chicken breast is rubbed with Jamaican jerk seasoning, pan-fried until crispy and spiced, and served with a side of fried...

Jeff Mauro makes the patties for these sandwiches from ground meatballs. They're incredibly juicy and rich. And Jeff's spicy homemade jardinière adds a touch of piquancy. You can substitute...

Traditional American Mississippi stew cooks in a slow cooker in just half the time. Dry ranch seasoning mix and chopped canned...

Looking for a hearty, comforting, and warming meal for the whole family? With spices like cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and coriander, this juicy chicken is just the thing. It's made with chicken...

Lean pork loin often ends up overcooked and dry, but not with a slow cooker! In just thirty minutes, you'll have tender, juicy pork with a crisp crust and a rich, savory flavor...

Saag paneer is a delicious and healthy Indian dish made with spicy, creamy spinach and paneer cheese. Unlike most other cheeses, paneer barely melts, and its dense, creamy chunks...

This is perhaps the easiest way to cook spaghetti squash. Prick it all over with a fork and pressure cook it in a slow cooker until fully cooked. This method takes much less time...

Leeks, assorted wild mushrooms, and white wine give this creamy risotto a rich and complex flavor. And the best part about this slow cooker recipe is that you...

Pasta marinara in a rich tomato sauce is one of the easiest Italian dishes to prepare, and in a slow cooker it's even easier and faster. Just 10 minutes of active work, and the rest is...

You can make an incredibly flavorful broth for homemade miso soup in minutes. All thanks to a slow cooker! This version of the soup features tender shiitake mushrooms, silken tofu, fresh...

Using a slow cooker, you can cook a tender whole chicken in less than an hour. It turns out juicy and so tender, the meat will fall right off the bone. If you're looking for a crispy, golden-brown flavor...

Classic lasagna is no longer just a weekend dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's perfect for a midweek after-work dinner. Lasagna is quick to prepare thanks to...

This Indian eggplant dish is a simplified version of the flavorful bharta (eggplant puree). With this recipe, you don't have to spend time roasting and peeling the eggplant. Instead, it...

A slow cooker helps you make Indian biryani (a pilaf-like dish) with shrimp quickly and without the mess of extra dishes. First, you fry the shrimp with spices, then pressure cook the shrimp...

If you don't want to wait for pasta water to boil and then stand there stirring it, there's a great solution: cook it in a slow cooker. In minutes, you'll have perfectly al dente pasta without...

Cooking frozen chicken breast in a slow cooker is your secret weapon on weekdays when time is tight and there's no time to defrost. After the pressure cooker cycle is complete, be sure to let...

To enjoy fresh summer corn, there's no need to heat up a large pot of water—or the entire kitchen. Cooking corn on the cob in a pressure cooker with minimal water...

This pancake batter appetizer will delight everyone with its delicious combination of banana and chocolate, with a hint of cinnamon. It's quick and easy to make in a slow cooker using store-bought pancake mix. For...

These mini muffins are quick to make in a slow cooker using store-bought corn muffin mix and a silicone egg mold. You'll need just five ingredients and 30 minutes...

To cook delicious fresh salmon, all you need is high-quality olive oil, salt, black pepper, and a cast-iron grill pan. The fish is first pan-fried on the stovetop and then finished...

This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. All-natural pork loin cutlets are quickly pan-fried and topped with a lemon-garlic sauce made with...

Dessert can be a great source of calcium in your diet. Make these healthy no-bake ricotta-filled tartlets (8% of your daily calcium intake—quite a treat).

This mouth-watering five-ingredient glaze will make chicken breast incredibly delicious and special in just half an hour, perfect for a quick dinner at the end of a workday. For the glaze, you'll...

These easy-to-make sandwiches captivate with their rich flavor. They're made with corn muffins spread with butter, green onions, and honey. The main ingredients are a slice of ham and...

This healthy sandwich is perfect for lunch at work. Slices of Black Forest ham are sandwiched between two slices of whole-grain bread, spread with a goat cheese and pumpkin seed paste.

Try sandwiches with a delicious combination of spiced ham, pickled vegetables, and zesty watercress. Both baked natural and smoked ham are suitable, and vegetables are best...