Dinner recipes

Save dried Provencal herbs for the winter, and when summer vegetables are in season, roast a Provencal chicken with juicy tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, olives, and fresh rosemary. These same vegetables, soaked in...

Even in winter, you can make a budget-friendly risotto with seasonal vegetables—onions and carrots—that will give it a truly elegant Italian flavor. Before adding the vegetables to the risotto, roast them in the oven...

Golden roasted Brussels sprouts are drizzled with lemon juice and topped with a crispy breadcrumb topping seasoned with garlic, thyme, parsley, and lemon zest. This...

This warm salad of roasted grape tomatoes and toasted bread is a cozy, comforting take on summer panzanella. Add garlic and oregano for a zesty flavor. Toss the pieces...

The next time you roast a chicken with Provencal herbs, toss a couple of handfuls of red or white grapes on the baking sheet next to it. Just one unusual ingredient, and the dish immediately...

This recipe uses Mexican Oaxaca cheese, soft, creamy, and incredibly chewy when hot. Just imagine it's the perfect combination of mozzarella and braided cheese. Stuff it with peppers...

A flavorful tomato sauce with olives makes the perfect base for this simple fried egg dish, which is cooked on the stovetop, covered, to ensure the egg is perfectly set and...

Vareniki in a vegetable stew instead of regular potatoes is an interesting solution that both adults and children will love. This stew is literally filled with vegetables – cabbage, pumpkin, mushrooms. Very healthy, but...

Thin slices of beef, sweet and hot peppers, and two types of provolone cheese (a sharp, subtle nuttiness and a creamy, mild flavor) transform an everyday pasta casserole into a spectacular dish with...

This dish is a great way to get kids to eat vegetables, because everyone loves macaroni and cheese! You can also add green peas to the broccolini. When the mac and cheese is ready, sprinkle it on top...

Transform frozen store-bought potato vareniki into a complete vegetarian meal by pairing them with curried cabbage and a refreshing yogurt sauce. This recipe doesn't boil the vareniki, but...

The popular Italian pasta penne alla vodka meets a Bloody Mary in this flavorful tomato and vodka dish with celery, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce. By igniting the alcohol in a frying pan,...

A crust made from a blend of coarsely ground peppers makes a beef steak truly delicious without the need for additional seasoning. Simply pan-fry it to the desired doneness, let it rest for a bit, and...

If canned tuna is your main ingredient today, make it into an elegant dinner that's even perfect for serving to guests. It's a great alternative to tuna salad (goodbye...

Meaty beef ribs are braised in a sauce with cabbage and pickles until tender and falling off the bone. This sauce gives them a delicious flavor...

This falafel is made with chickpeas, green peas, and fresh mint, resulting in a soft, crispy interior with a refreshing flavor. Fry until crispy and serve with aromatic bulgur...

"Pasticho is a Venezuelan version of lasagna, and in my opinion, it's a cross between a croque-monsieur and an Italian lasagna," shares recipe author Larisa Alvarez. "It has a rich flavor..."

Ragù, a stew prepared in northern Italy, is renowned for its heartiness and is made primarily with meat and a small amount of tomatoes. This recipe follows the Italian tradition, using beef...

Roasted broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes, and mozzarella are a wonderful combination for pasta. It's sauce-free, but coated in the aromatic oil from a jar of sun-dried tomatoes. And reserve some of the starchy cooking water...

Lentils typically play a starring role in side dishes, but in this dish they play a secondary, yet no less important role: together with the fried pancetta, they imbue the pasta with a rich, full-bodied flavor and...

Pasta with mussels and shrimp in a light tomato sauce with celery is packed with a gamut of flavors, with spicy notes of chili and the subtle tartness of dry white wine. The seafood is ready in just a few...

Here's a great way to cook the perfect steak quickly and without fuss: no need to fry it on the stovetop and fill the kitchen with smoke. To get a nice crust in the oven, it's important to place it on...

Ossobuco is a home-style Italian dish at its best, but it's also elegant enough for a festive table. A classic side dish for ossobuco is a rich, creamy saffron risotto.

This salad is made with the fillings of the New Orleans muffuletta sandwich: pickled vegetables, olives, cheese, and deli meats. The addition of boiled tortellini and cheese makes it very filling and nutritious.

Beautifully seared meatballs are simmered in marinara sauce and served over cooked pasta. And inside each meatball is a surprise: gooey mozzarella in the center, so serve them hot. Excellent...

Greek moussaka is a succulent layer of eggplant and a rich meat sauce, baked under a creamy cheese sauce topping. It's filling and beautiful, perfect for large groups...

"As a child, I could eat a whole bowl of my mother's 'arroz con elotes' (rice with corn)," recalls Marcela Valladolid. "Every Mexican family makes this side dish in one form or another, but..."

This quick stew uses canned beans and tomatoes, then simmered with smoked sausage. It makes a two-serving dish, which Sandra Lee recommends including with...

Pasta with tender red beans, savory bits of fried bacon, and tomatoes is a perfect midweek dinner dish when you need to feed the family quickly, deliciously, and without the hassle. You can...

Turn cornmeal into a deliciously crunchy snack! These delicious cornmeal balls are made from leftover cornmeal. Mix it with grated cheese and fried ham and form into balls.

Pipián is a traditional Mexican sauce (also known as green mole), with roots in Aztec and Mayan cuisine. The main ingredient is pumpkin seeds, which are used to thicken the tomatillo sauce...

Crispy-fried chicken legs and thighs are simmered in a savory sauce made with tomatillos, jalapeños, and cilantro. Before adding the tomatillos and peppers to the sauce, they...

This mushroom and asparagus quesadilla makes a wonderful vegetarian dinner that everyone will love. The vegetables are layered on a tortilla generously sprinkled with cheese, then folded in half and...

This prosciutto-filled flatbread with pear and a refreshing arugula salad is a perfect summer appetizer. It harmoniously combines sweet and savory ingredients, gooey cheese, and fresh herbs. To prepare...

These sandwiches were inspired by the Vietnamese banh mi. A split baguette is topped with a Thai salad featuring mahi mahi in red curry, green onions, carrots, and cucumber, and topped with...

These elegant miniature pizzas can be served as an appetizer or with wine for dinner. Only the pizza crusts are baked. Once they've cooled slightly, spread a layer of mascarpone over them, top with slices of smoked...

The microwave is ideal for preparing quick, healthy meals, like this fish and vegetable stew, which will be on the table in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a midweek dinner...

This simple pasta casserole is a great way to use up leftover ham from last night's holiday party. Combine it with cooked pasta and green peas in a creamy sauce, top with cheese, and...

Cooking in a cast iron skillet on the stovetop and then in the oven is the secret to juicy chicken thighs with incredibly crispy skin. If you don't have time to make a sauce, the chicken will still be delicious without it...

Asian-style fried rice is a great way to use up leftover steamed rice from last night's dinner. The ingredients are endlessly playful. Try this Singaporean...

This soup with tomatoes, corn, chili peppers, and chicken is seasoned with traditional Mexican spices, making it flavorful and warming. This recipe is perfect for when you need to use...

These Mexican-style chicken fingers aren't breaded with regular breadcrumbs, but with crushed tortilla chips. Try to find low-salt chips...

Thyme, tomatoes, and olives add a Mediterranean flair to simple potatoes and meat. Bake potatoes with tomato slices on a bed of fried onions and thyme and serve as a side dish with fried...

Unlike most other meatloaf options, this one is made without a ketchup glaze, but to offset that sweet-tart tomato flavor, make a special tomato sauce...

While many meatball recipes call for a slice of white bread to be added to the ground meat, this recipe uses tortilla chips. The finished meatballs are served with fried bell peppers and onions (a popular...

Japanese matcha green tea is often used not only for its intended purpose, but also as a natural coloring agent for desserts, baked goods, and other dishes, giving them a pleasant herbal...

A thick Indian soup, masur dal, is made with red lentils. They cook quickly and are very economical—perfect for a weeknight dinner. In this recipe, the lentils are cooked with spices, including...