Red pepper flakes

Shrimp scampi is loved for its simplicity and elegant appearance, for the fact that it cooks in less than half an hour, and for its incredible sauce of butter, dry white wine, and garlic. This recipe doesn't take much time and is always... read more

This blend of glossy, plump, and delicious olives in a citrusy, spicy olive oil is a perfect appetizer for parties and celebrations. For a striking presentation, combine several varieties of black and green olives. Serve while... read more

Infuse a familiar sauce with new flavors by making it with fresh cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and Manchego cheese, and swapping traditional olive oil for grapeseed oil. Eat pesto fresh as an appetizer, spread it on bread, or dip meat in it. read more

Frozen salmon fillet is a convenient ingredient, but it can be a huge problem if you forget to defrost it beforehand. Not with this recipe! The fish is simmered without defrosting in a spicy homemade tomato sauce until tender. You - read more

This pasta casserole has everything you love about lasagna: a savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta, and melting mozzarella bubbling around the edges. But instead of flat lasagna noodles, it uses mostaccioli, a type of penne (feathers) with - read more

Stir-frying is a quick way to cook vegetables, preserving their juiciness and vitamins. It's quick and convenient, especially for an after-work dinner. To save even more time, buy pre-cut vegetables. Fry them in a pan with - read more

If you're looking to garnish your hummus for a beautiful presentation, roasted chickpeas are a great choice. Dry them thoroughly before frying them in olive oil and sprinkle them over the hummus in a bowl. Add a pop of color with chopped herbs and red pepper flakes. read more

With coconut milk and cilantro, creamed corn takes on a fun Asian flavor and is vegetarian-friendly. Serve it as a side dish or a holiday appetizer that everyone, including vegans, will love. read more

In this recipe, shrimp scampi in a fragrant butter sauce with garlic and fresh herbs become part of a delicate risotto. To ensure a soft, almost creamy risotto, it's important to use starchy Arborio rice. Cook it slowly, read more

Tender shrimp are baked effortlessly in a garlicky butter sauce, surrounded by gooey mozzarella, inside fluffy, golden-crusted bread. It tastes like a generously stuffed shrimp sandwich, but in a more compact package. Perfect as an appetizer, - read more

Tostones are a snack of mashed, golden-fried plantains sold by street vendors throughout Latin America. These crispy pieces with a fragrant garlic sauce are hard to resist! Typically, when prepared... read more

Beans are a great base for delicious and healthy dips, which can be served as an appetizer with vegetables or toast. Make a Tuscan-style dip by tossing white beans with aromatic olive oil infused with garlic and fresh rosemary. read more

• Furikake with kale
• Sweet potato soup

"Sweet potatoes are a staple in my diet," says recipe author Jerome Grant. "This delicious root vegetable is packed with nutrients and rich in flavor. For my miso-style sweet potato puree, I use furikake, a popular Japanese vegetable - read more

To make a delicious, thick, meaty pasta sauce, sprinkle ground beef with dried herbs and simmer it with tomatoes until the flavors meld to perfection. Serve with hot pasta. read more

Orecchiette pasta, shaped like deep ears, is specially made for sauces to retain as much of the delicious liquid as possible. In this recipe, it's prepared with a light sauce made from canned cherry tomatoes in their own juice, along with white... read more

• Sauce
• Meatballs

These meatballs in Italian tomato sauce are just as delicious as if you cooked them the traditional way, but a slow cooker makes the whole dish a breeze. Simply combine the uncooked meatballs with all the ingredients. read more

Frozen cheese vareniki can be used not only as a main course, but also as a substitute for dumplings in chicken soup. It's delicious, filling, and unusual. Make chicken soup with carrots, green peas, and cream, and add it at the very end: read more

Do you know how to properly mix ground meat so that the meatballs turn out light, juicy, and almost airy? You need to do this with the tines of two forks, carefully distributing the ingredients without compacting the ground meat. Fry the meatballs until browned. read more

• Additional fillings

Even those who aren't vegetarians will love these black bean burgers. To ensure the burgers retain their shape and texture, some of the beans are ground to a paste, while others are added whole. To help bind the mixture together, read more

• Sauce
• Meatballs

Spaghetti with meatballs in a rich tomato sauce is a traditional Italian dish, often prepared for a big Sunday dinner. In this recipe, the sauce is made from scratch and simmered for several hours, resulting in a rich, flavorful, and... read more

• Meatballs
• Buns

Italian meatballs made from ground pork with Parmesan and fennel are fried until golden brown, then, along with a slice of mozzarella, they are wrapped one by one in biscuit dough circles and baked in the oven. In my recipe - read more

Pasta marinara in a rich tomato sauce is one of the easiest Italian dishes to prepare, and it's even easier and faster to make in a slow cooker. It only takes 10 minutes of active work, and the appliance does the rest. The great thing about this recipe is that... read more

To beautifully serve pork tenderloin with vegetables, slice it accordion-style, stuff the slits with fried bell peppers and onions, and bake in the oven until golden brown. A few minutes before the end of cooking, top the tenderloin with vegetables with thin slices. read more

If you have a ball of ready-made pizza dough on hand, you can bake something new and unusual quickly and without any hassle. For this pizza, you don't need tomato sauce. Instead, use leftover mashed potatoes from last night's dinner, and top it with read more

This recipe is inspired by the American Chinese-style dish General Tso's Chicken, but instead of chicken, shrimp are used. They are coated in a batter made from egg whites, cornstarch, and soy sauce, and deep-fried until coated. read more

Pull-apart bread looks much more appetizing than regular bread, and it's perfect for serving not only for lunch but also as an appetizer at a house party. Everyone can tear off a slice of the fragrant, warm bread with herbs and gooey Asiago cheese, and dip it in... read more

To ensure fried eggplants are delicious, crispy, and not bitter, you need to squeeze out all the excess water first: sprinkle the sliced ​​eggplants with salt and let them sit under a weight for at least an hour. Then quickly fry them with - read more

Even if you only have broccoli as a side dish, prepare it deliciously and appetizingly! Use not only the beautiful florets, but also the equally nutritious stems. Blanch the broccoli in boiling water until it becomes slightly tender without losing its crunch, and then... read more

Widely used in cooking throughout the Middle East, pomegranate molasses is made by reducing fresh pomegranate juice to a thick syrup. The sweet-tart molasses imparts a deep and rich flavor to simple chicken drumsticks when baked. read more

This Pepperoni Pizza Frittata is incredibly easy to make if you have a slow cooker. Grated provolone and Parmesan cheeses are perfect for this recipe, as they blend perfectly into the egg base and add just the right amount of umami flavor. Serve with - read more

Antipasti is an Italian appetizer served to guests before inviting everyone to the table. If you have leftover cold meats, cheeses, pickled peppers, fresh tomatoes, and herbs from a holiday, you can easily... read more

• Casserole
• Tomato and eggplant soup

Ina Garten suggests making a hearty baked pasta dish from leftover tomato and eggplant soup, tossing it with cooked macaroni, mozzarella, and Parmesan. This small amount of soup can be stretched across three servings, leaving everyone with leftovers. read more

While carrots are often a side ingredient in dishes, in this recipe they're the star of the holiday side dish. Roast the par-boiled carrots with a little natural maple syrup and white wine vinegar to... read more

This simple recipe pairs grilled eggplant with feta cheese marinated in garlicky olive oil, fragrant rosemary, oregano, parsley, and red pepper flakes. A perfect Mediterranean-inspired side dish for a barbecue. read more

Fennel is often underrated and used as a side dish to other vegetables, but in this recipe it takes center stage, creating a simple yet impressive Italian-style side dish. Fennel root, sliced ​​into wedges, is baked in the oven. read more

There are as many tomato sauce recipes as there are chefs in the world. This version is prepared in the Italian-American style. For it, you'll need several types of canned tomatoes: whole San Marzano tomatoes, pureed tomatoes, and tomato paste. read more

If your greens in the fridge are starting to wilt, it's time to give them another chance! You won't be able to make a beautiful salad, but you can make a vibrant, savory jam for appetizers. This is the perfect way to save both dense greens (kale, Swiss chard) and delicate ones - read more

Instead of regular bread, serve fresh, flavorful grilled garlic flatbread. It's quick to make with store-bought pizza dough. Simply stretch it into a circle and grill, brushing it with fragrant olive oil. read more

The sweet flavor of tender green peas is perfectly complemented by savory garlic and red pepper oil. Drizzle it over the sautéed peas and sprinkle with fresh basil. Your easy side dish is ready! Serve it with grilled steak and mashed potatoes, or with fish. read more

Ideal chicken cutlets should be juicy and tender on the inside, with a crispy, non-soggy breading on the outside. This recipe delivers just that. A mixture of coarse Japanese panko breadcrumbs and grated cheese... read more

This layered dip boasts a bold pizza flavor. The bottom layer is a delicate blend of four cheeses: mozzarella, Parmesan, ricotta, and cream cheese. The cheese layer is topped with a rich, roasted-tomato-flavored tomato sauce. read more

These stuffed mushrooms with a meat filling are juicy on the inside and deliciously crispy on the outside. This is all thanks to the layer of breadcrumbs sprinkled over the fried Italian sausage and cheese mixture stuffed into the mushroom caps before baking. read more

The game is starting and you forgot to prepare the appetizers? This cheese ball is ready in minutes and tastes just like pepperoni pizza. Simply blend all the ingredients except the toppings in a food processor, spoon the cheese mixture onto a plate, and shape it into... read more

These delicious buns are packed with all the flavors of real pizza, only in a convenient form. Made with store-bought pizza dough, they're wrapped around tomato sauce, a slice of sausage, a basil leaf, and grated cheese. Each bun is topped with... read more

Orzotto is a cross between risotto and Italian pasta, but it's much easier to prepare than traditional risotto. Ree Drummond's vibrant orzotto is filled with all sorts of green vegetables, including broccoli, peas, asparagus, zucchini, and kale. read more

• Cheese sticks and dip base
• Supplements

For appetizers at a house party, make three simple dips with popular pizza flavors. For all three, make the same tomato and pepperoni sauce base, then add different toppings to each version. The first dip will be artichoke dip. read more

• Basil mayonnaise
• Vinaigrette dressing
• Hogie

This giant sandwich alone can feed a crowd. To make it, Trisha Yearwood used a 180cm long bun. You're unlikely to find one like this in supermarkets, but you can order one from a bakery for a special occasion. From the top half, cut... read more

Want to make your potato salad more festive? Make it with purple potatoes! This side dish will be a vibrant addition to your dinner and is sure to be a hit, thanks to its striking presentation and extraordinary flavor. read more

Juicy, firm meatballs in tomato sauce are great not only as a main course with a side dish, but also as appetizers to delight a crowd at a house party. Each meatball is the perfect size for a slider sandwich, a miniature... read more

This fresh sauce delivers all the flavors of guacamole in a salsa with chunky vegetables. Grape tomatoes, avocado, sweet onion, and cilantro are finely chopped and seasoned with lime juice. The highlight of this salsa is the fresh pineapple chunks, which... read more

Make this beautiful football-shaped pie for appetizers just in time for the game. Using this idea, you can cut out and decorate any ball shape, depending on the game you're preparing for! read more

Stir-fry vegetables are incredibly popular for weeknight dinners. They come pre-cut and packaged, so all you have to do is throw them in the pan. But with this recipe, with just a little time spent preparing them, you'll ensure... read more

Take some time this weekend to make these delicious, juicy Italian meat-filled calzones, which will provide plenty of filling snacks throughout the week. These calzones are filled with ground beef, mushrooms, and lots of spinach. read more

• Sauce
• Meatballs

To free up your weekday evenings for after-work relaxation, make a big batch of meatballs in tomato sauce on the weekend and freeze them in individual containers. Meatballs are just the kind of dish that everyone loves and that never goes bad. read more

For this recipe, the cauliflower head is cut into quarters rather than the usual florets. Firstly, this makes the vegetarian dish look more impressive when served. Secondly, larger pieces are better suited for slow cooking: they don't... read more

• Buns
• Dipping oil

Classic Parker House buns, with a delicate butter flavor and a crispy crust of coarse salt, are baked close together with three cups of fragrant butter for you to tear off, dip, and enjoy. These buns are available - read more

• Dough
• Filling

Drizzled with a touch of chili honey, this impressive pie is perfect for late summer and early fall. The tangy, savory honey, sweet butternut squash, spicy sage, and creamy chunks of Gruyere are a perfect match. read more

Roasted butternut squash and crispy pieces of pancetta nestle comfortably in this pasta casserole with a tomato sauce and Asiago cheese topping. Vegetable-rich pasta can be both healthy and delicious, and this fall-themed version is... read more

Even though this pizza is made without crust, you'll still get the winning combination of broccoli and cheese, which has never failed to impress. The broccoli in this recipe serves double duty: it'll be both the crust and the topping. Your pizza... read more

• Burgers
• For assembly

These delicious, spicy, and healthy burgers are surprisingly quick and easy to make. Even though the patties are made with lean ground chicken, they're tender and juicy. All thanks to the addition of yogurt and fried onions. And a mixture of cinnamon and coriander... read more

This simple dish comes together quickly in a skillet and is perfect for an after-work dinner. The cabbage is pan-fried with spicy andouille sausage for a savory twist, but you can use any sausage you have on hand. read more

Fresh cabbage is delicious in a coleslaw, but when slowly simmered in large chunks in a tomato sauce with white wine, this vegetable becomes something completely new – it simply melts in your mouth! A small rind of Parmesan cheese adds a touch of... read more

• Dough
• Toppings

Alex Guarnaschelli teaches how to cook flatbread in a frying pan: "When you decorate the flatbread with toppings, arrange them in a specific order, visualizing each piece individually." The result is not just a flatbread, but a real competitor to pizza! "Fry - read more

For this recipe, it's best to use short, tubular pasta, such as mezzi rigatoni, which will soak up the delicious spinach-nut pesto sauce. You don't need to buy pine nuts specifically for this pesto: almonds and walnuts are also good. read more

Shrimp, fresh and cooked vegetables complement each other beautifully in this hearty salad with the vibrant flavor of arugula pesto with pine nuts, lemon, and Parmesan. This colorful salad captivates not only with its flavor, but also with its wonderful combination of contrasting ingredients. read more

Peeled and peeled large shrimp are simmered in a rich tomato sauce with fragrant oregano, red pepper, garlic, and white wine. Don't forget to serve thick slices of fresh crusty bread to dip into the sauce and savor it to the last drop. read more

• Minestrone
• Toasts

This recipe makes a large pot of soup. You can eat it all week or freeze some for another time. If you do, don't add the pasta right away, or it will turn the soup into mush. When cooking the minestrone, also add a rind of Parmesan cheese. read more

Browned butter is a great way to infuse simple green beans with a deep, rich, nutty flavor. This recipe incorporates a little oregano and red pepper flakes into the butter as it's browned. read more

To make Italian pasta alla Norma (pasta with eggplant, tomatoes, and cheese) gluten-free, don't look for gluten-free pasta at the store—use zucchini instead! A vegetable peeler will help you cut the dense pasta into read more

Steam the couscous with green peas in boiling water, and in a few minutes you'll have a hearty, delicious side dish that can be garnished with fresh mint, lemon zest, and olive oil. With its bright, refreshing flavor, this couscous... read more

• Tomato and carrot sauce
• Assembly

Once you try this juicy, hearty vegetarian lasagna, you'll forget all about the meat. It's made with a rich tomato-carrot sauce layered over noodles, topped with alternating ricotta and spinach, and a generous amount of... read more

Take note of this simple recipe for a thick and rich beef stew. Despite the long list of ingredients, it's very easy to prepare, plus all the ingredients are readily available and can be found in almost any kitchen. First, prepare the vegetable stew - read more

Green beans simmered in a quick homemade marinara sauce make a wonderful side dish for any meat or poultry. Before adding the beans to the sauce, blanch them in boiling water for a couple of minutes to soften them slightly but keep them bright green and... read more

These Argentine-style kebabs are different from traditional kebabs: the beef is skewered not in chunks, but in thin, long strips, one per skewer. This way, the beef will be ready in just a couple of minutes and will be incredibly juicy, with... read more

Avocado, tart orange slices, and thinly sliced ​​fennel complement each other beautifully in this light and refreshing sandwich on crisp multigrain toast. This recipe uses blood orange, which adds a vibrant pop of color. read more

• Wings
• Dip sauce

Crispy beer chicken wings can be made without deep-frying—in the oven. Brush them with olive oil and bake until super-crispy, then toss them in a sweet-and-tangy glaze of honey, balsamic vinegar, and roasted garlic. For - read more

With Chinese five-spice powder, soy sauce, and ginger, this blend of almonds, peanuts, oyster crackers, and sesame seeds adds a sweet and spicy Asian flavor. Take it on the go or to work as a snack, or serve it as an appetizer with... read more

• Asian Spice Mix with Sesame
• Nuts

Macadamia nuts are mixed with a glaze of Chinese seasoning, soy sauce, ginger, and sesame seeds and baked in the oven until crisp and infused with a complex Asian flavor. Serve as a beer snack or use in making... read more

• Asian Spice Mix with Sesame
• Nuts

Cashews are roasted in a soy-ginger glaze with sesame seeds, then mixed with crispy fried bacon bits. This Asian-inspired snack is perfect with beer. read more

This recipe cooks fish, vegetables, and bulgur on a single baking sheet—quick, convenient, and simple, with a fantastic result. Because the char is baked on a bed of bulgur, artichokes, and zucchini, the fish infuses the side dish with its juices and wonderful flavor— read more

• Flank steak
• Pasta and green sauce

This steak roll is filled with Italian antipasti, a selection of cheese, deli meats, and vegetables. It's made with flat flank steak, a cut from the belly of beef that's perfect for rolls. The distinctive flavor is... read more

According to an old tradition, Italian families living in the United States celebrate the "Feast of the Seven Fishes" on Christmas Eve. All the relatives gather around a large table, eat seafood, and drink wine while waiting for Santa. This seven fish pasta is served at such celebrations. read more

It's hard to believe, but this spaghetti with meatballs in tomato sauce is ready in just 20 minutes! The secret is in the slow cooker and using raw sausage instead of ground meat: remove the casings, and the delicious meatball mixture is ready. read more

Potato vareniki are a great addition to the classic combination of natural sausage and broccoli topped with melting Parmesan. In this recipe, mini vareniki are prepared in the style of Chinese dumplings: pan-fried and then quickly simmered in read more

A complete chicken and vegetable side dish can be prepared in the oven using the grill mode in just minutes! You'll especially love the textures of fried escarole: the leaves are tender in some places, wilted in others, juicy in others, and crispy when fried. read more

This savory green olive tapenade takes on the delicious sweetness of golden raisins. Spread on toasted baguette slices for a delicious French appetizer for any occasion, whether it's a house party, a festive dinner, or simply... read more

Giada De Laurentiis prepares an Italian-style bread stuffing for the holiday turkey. It's made with cornbread and topped with sweet Italian turkey sausage, steamed chestnuts, dried cranberries, and apples. Garnish: read more

Great news: you can cook a good beef steak in an air fryer! Large, thick cuts of steak, like sirloin steak, are best—they'll get a nice crust on the outside without overcooking the inside. Follow these guidelines: read more

This simple dish, ready in just 20 minutes, features the classic Italian combination of sausage and bell peppers. Boil the Italian sausage-filled ravioli while the tomato sauce and peppers simmer, and toss everything together in one... read more

This lazy lasagna recipe is perfect for those times when you need to quickly whip up a delicious, filling meal the whole family will love. It contains almost all the ingredients of a traditional lasagna—pasta, tomato sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and basil. read more

Bun Bo Hue is a Vietnamese noodle soup made with beef and pork, renowned for its rich history and equally rich, full-bodied flavor. Its key spices—lemongrass and chili pepper—are essential in any recipe, while read more

• Dumplings
• Dip sauce

To enhance the meaty flavor of Chinese dumplings, add mortadella to the ground pork filling. Chinese dumplings are cooked in a frying pan with a small amount of liquid, and once the liquid has evaporated, they are fried until golden brown. read more

These unique miniature buns are made with wonton dough and filled with all your favorite pizza ingredients: fried Italian sausage, pepperoni, tomato sauce, and lots of melty cheese! The mini buns are fried in - read more

This delicious vegetarian pasta is rich in protein, fiber, and simply delicious. Cavatelli pasta is boiled separately and tossed with well-roasted cauliflower, canned chickpeas, and salad greens in a light sauce made from read more

Crab rangoons (or crab rangoons) are an appetizer that everyone loves, even those trying them for the first time. After all, who can resist crispy fried wontons with a tender cheese-crab filling inside? And when the filling also includes pieces... read more

Tostones are a popular Latin American appetizer consisting of fried flattened plantains. They are served both as a side dish and as a snack. This recipe calls for a piquant garlic sauce with red pepper and cumin to accompany fried tostones. read more

Spelt has recently become increasingly popular among healthy eaters. After cooking, its grains become softer but retain their much-loved firmness. Spelt is used in porridges, soups, and salads, and is also used as... read more

Enjoy the delicious combination of roasted mushrooms and fennel seeds in this meat- and dairy-free vegan lasagna. In addition to the mushroom-infused tomato sauce, this vegan lasagna also features a fiber-rich spinach filling. read more

Fresh ricotta, Asiago, and Pecorino cheeses add a creamy note and a creamy texture to this pasta casserole with sautéed spicy pepperoni, juicy spinach, and homemade tomato sauce. It's filling and delicious. Perfect for: read more

The pasta is baked in a rich tomato-ricotta sauce with seared Italian sausage and poached escarole, all under a layer of melting mozzarella. You can use either sweet or spicy raw Italian sausage, depending on your preference. read more