What’s for dinner? Well, we’ve got an idea or two! Take a look below for everything for 30-minute meals you can pull together from the pantry to slow cooked favorites that simmer on the back burner while you go about your day.
Favorite Winter Dinners All winter dinners
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Chicken and Dumplings
1 hrChicken and dumplings is comfort food at its best! Start with a hearty chicken and vegetable stew, then add easy homemade dumplings that cook up light and fluffy. -
Beef Roast Braised in Red Wine
3 hrs, 45 minGluten-FreeNot your everyday pot roast recipe! Beef roast braised in red wine, with pancetta, onions, carrots, celery, tomato, and garlic. -
Chili Mac and Cheese
55 minChili mac and cheese! Take two comfort food favorites and combine them into one cheesy skillet. Not too spicy, so perfect for a family meal (add hot sauce if you like heat!). -
Brazilian Salmon Stew (Moqueca)
3 hrs, 10 minDairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Healthy, PaleoSalmon stew based on Brazilian style moqueca fish stew. Salmon marinated in garlic, lime juice, paprika and cumin, the cooked with onions, bell peppers, tomato, cilantro, and coconut milk. -
Prime Rib
5 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoPrime rib recipe, how to cook to perfection a standing rib beef roast, step-by-step instructions and photos. Perfect for Christmas and the holiday season. -
Roast Beef
4 hrs, 35 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoClassic roast beef recipe using rump roast, round roast, or sirloin tip. This slow roasting method at low heat is good for tougher cuts of beef; the lower heat prevents any gristle from getting too tough. -
Loaf Pan Lasagna
1 hr, 5 minThis small-batch weeknight lasagna comfortably serves two and is ready in half the time as a larger batch. Loaf Pan Lasagna is layered with chunky pieces of sausage and rustic-but-quick tomato sauce. -
Easy Tomato Soup
40 minDairy-Free, Healthy, Vegan, VegetarianThis Classic Tomato Soup is rich with a velvety texture. It’s easy to make with canned tomatoes, and perfectly suited for all of your grilled cheese dipping needs. Better than a can of Campbell's and just about as easy! -
Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin with Port Wine and Garlic
3 hrsGluten-Free, PaleoSous Vide Beef Tenderloin with Port, Garlic, and Thyme! Fool-proof recipe – I'll never feel anxious cooking beef tenderloin again. Serve for Christmas dinner or a special holiday meal. -
Vegetarian Spinach and Mushroom Lasagna
2 hrs, 5 minVegetarianVegetarian Lasagna to feed a crowd! This one is filled with meaty shiitake and cremini mushrooms, spinach, and ricotta and Mozzarella cheeses. Your vegetarian and meat-eating guests will fight for seconds. -
Pot Roast
4 hrs, 10 minGluten-Free, Low CarbCooked low and slow on the stovetop, beef chuck or shoulder roast becomes a fall-apart tender pot roast. Onions, garlic, carrots, and red wine make this a satisfying, flavorful dinner. -
Quick Easy Fish Stew
30 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbQuick, easy, and absolutely delicious fish stew! Fresh fish fillets cooked in a stew with onions, garlic, parsley, tomato, clam juice and white wine. -
Roast Beef Tenderloin with Sautéed Mushrooms
1 hrGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoRoast Beef Tenderloin, seared then oven roasted, served with mushrooms sautéed in the pan drippings with butter and herbs. -
Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon
8 hrs, 15 minA simplified version of the classic French beef stew that contains all of the flavors, but none of the fuss, of Boeuf Bourguignon. Slow cooker beef stew made in a rich red wine, bacon, and thyme braise is now weeknight dinner ready! -
How to Make a Grilled Cheese Sandwich
10 minVegetarianEverything you ever wanted to know about making the very best grilled cheese sandwich! Mayo or butter? Open-faced or closed? Lid on or off? There's more to a good grilled cheese than you might think! -
Turkey Chili (with Leftover Turkey)
1 hr, 30 minGluten-Free, HealthyThis easy Turkey Chili is a great way to use up turkey leftovers from Thanksgiving and Christmas! Make it with shredded turkey (dark or white meat), kidney beans, onion, garlic, and tomatoes. -
Beef Brisket Pot Roast
4 hrs, 50 minGluten-Free, PaleoBeef Brisket cooked as a pot roast couldn't be easier. Just sear and then cook it in the oven with onions and garlic all afternoon until it becomes fall-apart tender. The leftovers freeze beautifully, too! -
Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Chili
8 hrs, 30 minChili season is upon us, and this hearty beef and bean slow cooker chili recipe is an easy way to kick it off! It’s loaded with all the classic chili ingredients plus a pinch of cinnamon to deepen the flavor. Top it off with homemade crispy corn strips. -
Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder with Apple Gravy
3 hrs, 50 minGluten-FreeThis slow-cooked pork shoulder is just the ticket on a cold winter day. It marinates overnight, then roasts all day. Dinner is ready when it's fall-apart tender. Serve with an easy apple gravy and some roast vegetables on the side. -
Root Vegetable Skillet Pot Pie
1 hr, 35 minVegetarianHere's a rustic, vegetarian take on traditional pot pie! This weeknight dinner is prepped, cooked, and served all in one skillet. It's perfect for feeding a crowd and saves time on dishes and clean up. -
Beef Bourguignon
3 hrs, 15 minThis version of Julia Child's classic Beef Bourguignon (or Boeuf Bourguignon) is made by stewing beef with carrots and mushrooms until it's fall-apart tender. The sauce is rich, hearty, and worth every minute of slow cooking. Serve for Christmas dinner or any special winter meal. -
Easy Chicken Pot Pie
1 hr, 35 minHomemade chicken pot pie is comfort food at its best. This easy-to-make version lets you prep the pie and make the gravy while the chicken roasts in the oven. Make it even easier on yourself by using frozen vegetables, rotisserie chicken, and store-bought puff pastry rather than pie dough. -
Instant Pot French Onion Soup
1 hr, 15 minHealthyInstant Pot French Onion Soup! French onion soup is comfort food at its finest. Rich, intensely-flavored broth and caramelized onions, topped with crusty, cheese-covered bread is sure to warm anyone on a cold winter’s night. Make this delicious soup in half the time by using your Instant Pot! -
Chicken Pot Pie
1 hr, 55 minThis from-scratch Chicken Pot Pie is adapted from Marshall Field's classic recipe. With a slow-cooked chicken, a creamy vegetable filling, and a handmade pie crust, this pot pie is the ultimate comfort food. -
Irish Beef Stew
2 hrs, 15 minIrish stew recipe made with beef, garlic, stock, Irish Guinness beer, red wine, potatoes, carrots, and onions. An excellent, hearty stew.
Quick & Easy Weeknight Meals All quick & easy dinners
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Hamburger and Macaroni
25 minHamburger and Macaroni! Others call it goulash or even American chop suey. Whatever you call it, it's great for a midweek meal. Browned ground beef cooked in a tomato onion sauce, mixed in with elbow macaroni. So good! -
Easy Fish Tacos
21 minHealthyFish tacos are a favorite quick and easy weeknight meal. Choose cod, tilapia, or halibut, quickly pan-sear in a skillet, and serve with a simply cabbage slaw. 20 minutes start to finish! -
How to Make a Grilled Cheese Sandwich
10 minVegetarianEverything you ever wanted to know about making the very best grilled cheese sandwich! Mayo or butter? Open-faced or closed? Lid on or off? There's more to a good grilled cheese than you might think! -
Easy Tomato Soup
40 minDairy-Free, Healthy, Vegan, VegetarianThis Classic Tomato Soup is rich with a velvety texture. It’s easy to make with canned tomatoes, and perfectly suited for all of your grilled cheese dipping needs. Better than a can of Campbell's and just about as easy! -
Italian Gnocchi Skillet with Chicken and Pesto
15 minYou know those weeknights when you WANT to cook a homemade meal but just don't have it in you? This dinner is for you! It comes together in mere minutes thanks to store bought pesto, gnocchi, goat cheese and roasted chicken strips! -
Pasta with Tuna and Capers in White Wine Sauce
25 minPasta served with a sauce made with oil-packed canned tuna, onions, capers, white wine, and parsley. -
Chicken Piccata
20 minEasy Chicken Piccata! Takes 20 minutes to make. Chicken breast cutlets, dredged in flour, browned, served with sauce of butter, lemon juice, capers, and stock or wine. -
Quick Easy Fish Stew
30 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbQuick, easy, and absolutely delicious fish stew! Fresh fish fillets cooked in a stew with onions, garlic, parsley, tomato, clam juice and white wine. -
Classic King Crab
13 minGluten-Free, Low CarbAlaskan King Crab steamed briefly and served with melted butter. -
English Muffin Tuna Melts
30 minEnglish Muffin Tuna Melts! If you've got the fixins for tuna salad, some cheese, and a few English Muffins, you've got dinner. With any luck, you've got dinner your kids will love, too. -
Salmon Patties
25 minHealthyHow to make salmon patties with cooked salmon, bread, green onion, dill, bell pepper, egg, lemon, and paprika. These easy salmon cakes make a perfect midweek meal. -
Easy Salmon Foil Packets with Vegetables
35 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbThis easy, all-in-one Salmon Foil Packet with potatoes, snap peas, and tomatoes gets its spicy zing from Harissa paste, a North African spice mix. Baking in foil makes super-tender salmon and clean up is a snap! This dinner is designed to feed two, but it’s easy to scale up or down. -
Pasta with Spinach, Artichokes and Ricotta
30 minVegetarianThere are never enough pasta recipes, right? Here's a quick one that combines creamy ricotta, spinach, and artichoke hearts, topped a crunchy mix of breadcrumbs and almonds. -
How to Cook Skirt Steak
23 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoSkirt steak is a meat lover’s dream! This thin, quick-cooking cut is loaded with beefy flavor and stays tender and juicy after briefly searing in a hot pan. Learn how to cook skirt steak with finesse with these simple tips. -
Chicken Tikka Masala
35 minGluten-FreeThis easy stovetop Chicken Tikka Masala tastes just like your favorite Indian take-out and is ready in under an hour. Leftovers are even better the next day! -
Chinese Orange Chicken
35 minDairy-FreeGet the best of Chinese Orange Chicken takeout at home! This recipe is loaded with sweet citrus flavors, sesame seeds, and scallions. It’s surprisingly easy to make. All you need is a large skillet. And don’t skip the orange zest in the sauce—it’s the most important piece! -
Instant Pot Egg Bites
35 minHealthy, Low CarbIn addition to looking darn adorable, these Instant Pot bites are super delicious and easy to make in the pressure cooker! Just like Starbucks egg bites, but better. Easy to make ahead, reheat, and even FREEZE! -
Microwave Poached Eggs
2 minAllergy-Friendly, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Healthy, Low Carb, Paleo, VegetarianEASIEST way ever to poach eggs—all you need is a mug and a microwave! Ready in about a minute. Use this poached egg method to top a quick lunch salad, toast for an easy breakfast or roasted vegetables for dinner. -
Puerto Rican Salmorejo (Stewed Crab and Tomatoes with Rice)
30 minHealthyPuerto Rican Salmorejo de Jueyes is a treat for anyone who loves crab! Traditionally an all-day family affair, buying lump crab meat means you can have this hearty stew and rice on the table in about a half an hour. -
Pan-Fried London Broil Steak
25 minGluten-Free, Low CarbLondon Broil - Top round steak, seasoned with dry mustard, salt, pepper, and rubbed with butter, pan fried to brown, then finished in the oven if necessary with thicker cuts. -
Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
30 minItalian Grilled Cheese Sandwiches! Italian sub, meet your friend, grilled cheese! This is a gooey match made in heaven: three kinds of Italian deli meat, provolone, and buttery toasted bread. -
Mussels in White Wine Sauce
35 minGluten-Free, Low CarbA traditional French dish, mussels mariniere, or moules mariniere. Mussels steamed in white wine, served in sauce of juices from the mussels, wine, butter, and shallots. -
Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry
25 minA Chinese takeout favorite—beef with broccoli—cooked with ramen noodles means this is one completely filling meal. And it's on the table in less than 30 minutes! -
Quick and Easy Pan-Fried Flank Steak
35 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoA quick and easy way of cooking lean flank steak on the stovetop. -
Classic New England Lobster Rolls
10 minNothing says summer like a New England Lobster Roll! This classic recipe lets the lobster shine with big chunks of sweet meat, a little mayo, and a touch of lemon. Keep it simple and serve it with a side of chips.
Dinners In One Dish All one-pot dinner ideas
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Toni Tipton-Martin’s Classic Jambalaya
1 hrHere's a classic Southern jambalaya recipe based on historical versions of the recipe. It comes from Toni Tipton-Martin's cookbook Jubilee, which celebrates 200 years of African American cooking! -
Easy Chicken Skillet Enchiladas
30 minThese chicken skillet enchiladas are easy to make and ready in 30 minutes. They also use only one pan and are great to double and freeze for a meal down the road! -
Braised Lamb Shanks
2 hrs, 15 minGluten-FreePerfect for a hearty meal! Lamb shanks braised with onions, garlic, carrots, celery, potatoes, raisins and mint, and seasoned with oregano, thyme, and rosemary. -
Curried Ground Turkey with Potatoes
1 hrGluten-Free, HealthyOne-pot Curried Ground Turkey—ground turkey sautéed with onions and garlic, then simmered with Indian seasonings, potatoes, tomatoes, and peas. -
Potato Leek Soup
1 hrGluten-Free, Healthy, VegetarianPotato Leek Soup is a classic! Nothing's better than a bowl of hearty potato soup on a chilly day. And it's easy, too! No cream needed, just purée the soup to make it thick and creamy. -
Easy Tomato Soup
40 minDairy-Free, Healthy, Vegan, VegetarianThis Classic Tomato Soup is rich with a velvety texture. It’s easy to make with canned tomatoes, and perfectly suited for all of your grilled cheese dipping needs. Better than a can of Campbell's and just about as easy! -
Pot Roast
4 hrs, 10 minGluten-Free, Low CarbCooked low and slow on the stovetop, beef chuck or shoulder roast becomes a fall-apart tender pot roast. Onions, garlic, carrots, and red wine make this a satisfying, flavorful dinner. -
Quick Easy Fish Stew
30 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbQuick, easy, and absolutely delicious fish stew! Fresh fish fillets cooked in a stew with onions, garlic, parsley, tomato, clam juice and white wine. -
Beef Brisket Pot Roast
4 hrs, 50 minGluten-Free, PaleoBeef Brisket cooked as a pot roast couldn't be easier. Just sear and then cook it in the oven with onions and garlic all afternoon until it becomes fall-apart tender. The leftovers freeze beautifully, too! -
Sweet and Sour German Red Cabbage
47 minGluten-Free, VegetarianThis sweet-and-sour red cabbage makes an easy side dish for any German meal. Just four ingredients and ready 30 minutes! Great with sausages or pork chops. -
Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder with Apple Gravy
3 hrs, 50 minGluten-FreeThis slow-cooked pork shoulder is just the ticket on a cold winter day. It marinates overnight, then roasts all day. Dinner is ready when it's fall-apart tender. Serve with an easy apple gravy and some roast vegetables on the side. -
Root Vegetable Skillet Pot Pie
1 hr, 35 minVegetarianHere's a rustic, vegetarian take on traditional pot pie! This weeknight dinner is prepped, cooked, and served all in one skillet. It's perfect for feeding a crowd and saves time on dishes and clean up. -
Ham and Potato Soup
1 hr, 40 minGluten-FreeThis hearty Ham and Potato Soup is made with a ham shank or leftover ham bone and russet potatoes. Perfect for chilly weather! -
Cream of Mushroom Soup
55 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, VegetarianThis easy homemade cream of mushroom soup is creamy without a lot of cream! It's made with loads of mushrooms and that's about it. So quick and easy, you'll never buy the canned version again. -
Best Beef Chili
1 hr, 45 minEveryone needs a recipe for classic beef chili. Make this one your go-to! It's made with corn, peppers, tomatoes, and beans, and makes enough to freeze for later! -
Minestrone Soup
1 hrGluten-Free, Healthy, VegetarianMinestrone soup is an Italian classic! This version is made with cannellini beans, chicken stock, cabbage, potato, zucchini, carrots, plum tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. -
Italian Pot Roast
4 hrs, 10 minGluten-FreeItalian pot roast! Rump or chuck beef roast, first browned in olive oil, then slow cooked in a sofritto base of carrots, celery, and onion, with Italian plum tomatoes and red wine. -
Beef Roast Braised in Red Wine
3 hrs, 45 minGluten-FreeNot your everyday pot roast recipe! Beef roast braised in red wine, with pancetta, onions, carrots, celery, tomato, and garlic. -
Beef Goulash with Dumplings
2 hrs, 25 minBeef goulash with light, fluffy dumplings. Central European goulash, a beef stew with Hungarian paprika, onions, tomato paste, cubed chuck roast, herbs and stock. -
Balsamic-Glazed Red Onions
1 hr, 25 minGluten-Free, Paleo, Vegan, VegetarianBalsamic-Glazed Red Onions! Such an easy side dish. Great with roast chicken, Thanksgiving, or a vegetarian main dish. -
One-Pot Chicken and Rice Soup
45 minGluten-FreeOne-Pot Chicken and Rice Soup! Throw bone-in chicken, rice, and vegetables together in a pot and simmer until they're done. It's the easiest soup ever, ready in under an hour. -
Kale Sausage Soup with Tomatoes and Chickpeas
1 hr, 15 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbHearty kale sausage soup! With Italian sausage, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, onions, garlic, and kale. -
Pressure Cooker Turkey with Dijon Gravy
1 hr, 10 minPressure Cooker Turkey with Dijon Gravy! Make with turkey legs or thighs, or bone-in half-breasts. Ready in about an hour. Works well for a family dinner or small holiday gathering. -
Vegan Mushroom Barley Soup
1 hr, 45 minVegan, VegetarianVegan Mushroom Barley Soup! Add soy sauce, balsamic, a mix of dried and fresh mushrooms, and spinach for a modern take on this classic recipe. -
Yellow Split Pea Soup
3 hrs, 15 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Vegan, VegetarianYellow split pea soup with Indian curry spices. Bright, flavorful, and filling! Vegetarian and gluten-free.
Hearty Vegetarian Dinner Ideas All vegetarian dinners
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Roasted Cauliflower and Mushroom Bolognese
1 hrHealthy, VegetarianVegetarian Bolognese is a rich, luscious won’t-miss-the-meat pasta sauce. Roasting cauliflower and mushrooms deepens the flavor of this satisfying dinner. Double the recipe to eat some now and freeze some for later. -
Vegan Sloppy Joes
40 minVegan, VegetarianThese Vegan Sloppy Joes are made with green lentils and a spice blend so good you’ll be licking the plate. You won't miss the meat! Great make-ahead or freezer meal, too. -
Butternut Squash and Black Bean Skillet Dinner
40 minDairy-Free, Vegan, VegetarianLooking for dinner that’s healthy in a hurry? The whole family will love this vegetarian skillet dinner! It’s loaded with the sweet and earthy flavors of roasted butternut squash, black beans, and quinoa, seasoned with cumin and chili powder. The best part? It’s ready, start to finish, in about 45 minutes. -
Turmeric Fried Rice with Eggs and Kale
30 minHealthy, VegetarianThis quick and easy dinner is Chinese fried rice with an Indian spin. Make it with ginger, cumin, and turmeric, toss in some kale and tomatoes, then top it with a fried egg and you have dinner served in 30 minutes. -
Eggplant Parmesan
3 hrs, 45 minVegetarianClassic for a reason, Italian baked Eggplant Parmesan is comfort food at its best. Breaded eggplant slices are layered with mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, and tomato sauce, and baked until bubbly. -
Grilled Vegetable Pizza
35 minVegetarianFire up the grill and get ready for this Greek-inspired vegetarian grilled pizza! The crisp crust is topped with briny olives, feta, zucchini ribbons, tomatoes, and fresh herbs. It’s everything that’s wonderful about summer in every slice. -
Easy Tomato Soup
40 minDairy-Free, Healthy, Vegan, VegetarianThis Classic Tomato Soup is rich with a velvety texture. It’s easy to make with canned tomatoes, and perfectly suited for all of your grilled cheese dipping needs. Better than a can of Campbell's and just about as easy! -
Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese
45 minVegetarianThis Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese is just what your carb-loving soul needs! Macaroni bathed in rich, creamy cheese sauce topped with a flavorful breadcrumb topping and baked to perfection. Yes, please! -
Vegetarian Spinach and Mushroom Lasagna
2 hrs, 5 minVegetarianVegetarian Lasagna to feed a crowd! This one is filled with meaty shiitake and cremini mushrooms, spinach, and ricotta and Mozzarella cheeses. Your vegetarian and meat-eating guests will fight for seconds. -
How to Make a Grilled Cheese Sandwich
10 minVegetarianEverything you ever wanted to know about making the very best grilled cheese sandwich! Mayo or butter? Open-faced or closed? Lid on or off? There's more to a good grilled cheese than you might think! -
Pasta with Spinach, Artichokes and Ricotta
30 minVegetarianThere are never enough pasta recipes, right? Here's a quick one that combines creamy ricotta, spinach, and artichoke hearts, topped a crunchy mix of breadcrumbs and almonds. -
Cheesy Artichoke Pie
1 hr, 20 minVegetarianCanned artichokes, lemon zest, and parsley combined with a cheese trifecta of Ricotta, Swiss, and Parmesan make this surprisingly light, cheesy artichoke pie. It only takes 30 minutes to assemble and less than an hour in the oven! -
Microwave Poached Eggs
2 minAllergy-Friendly, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Healthy, Low Carb, Paleo, VegetarianEASIEST way ever to poach eggs—all you need is a mug and a microwave! Ready in about a minute. Use this poached egg method to top a quick lunch salad, toast for an easy breakfast or roasted vegetables for dinner. -
Quinoa Bowls with Sweet Potatoes, Black Beans, and Spinach
55 minGluten-Free, Healthy, VegetarianNeed a good make-ahead meal? These Quinoa Bowls are loaded with creamy black beans, vitamin packed sweet potatoes, wilted spinach, and crunchy pepitas! Make everything on a Sunday and you have work-day lunches ready for the week! -
Twice Baked Southwestern Sweet Potatoes
45 minVegetarianTwice Baked Sweet Potatoes with Southwestern toppings are the BEST! Black beans, corn, bell peppers, and creamy queso fresco make this a colorful and filling main dish all on its own. Score! -
Root Vegetable Skillet Pot Pie
1 hr, 35 minVegetarianHere's a rustic, vegetarian take on traditional pot pie! This weeknight dinner is prepped, cooked, and served all in one skillet. It's perfect for feeding a crowd and saves time on dishes and clean up. -
Mushroom Risotto
55 minGluten-Free, VegetarianRich, creamy mushroom risotto with risotto rice, brandy, parmesan and mushrooms. -
Spicy Pumpkin Soup
40 minGluten-Free, Healthy, VegetarianQuick and easy spicy pumpkin soup made with pumpkin purée, onions, fresh ginger, chicken stock, cream, and a mixture of curry, cumin, and coriander. -
Tomato Galette With Parmesan Whole Wheat Crust
1 hr, 45 minVegetarianThis tomato galette with its crispy Parmesan whole wheat crust is almost too pretty to eat. Almost. Easy food processor crust. This is the perfect tart to serve all summer long. -
Fettuccine Alfredo
30 minVegetarianFettuccine Alfredo two ways: with cream and nutmeg, or with butter and Parmesan! Try it both ways and decide which one you like the best! -
Creamy Ziti Florentine
20 minVegetarianCreamy Ziti Florentine is a good weeknight recipe to have in your back pocket. Made with spinach, green onions, lemon, and ricotta cheese. Quick and easy stove-top recipe! -
Roasted Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowls
40 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Vegan, VegetarianWe love roasted sweet potatoes, especially in grain bowls like this one! Combine with quinoa, and top with avocado for a quick, one-bowl vegetarian meal. -
How to Make Homemade Pasta (Without a Pasta Maker!)
20 minVegetarianI’ve been making pasta from scratch for about eight years now, often with a child standing at each hip, and all without using a pasta maker. Sometimes gadgets can be barriers to experimentation in the kitchen, but a small kitchen… -
Easy Enchiladas
50 minGluten-Free, VegetarianThis easy recipe for Tex-Mex cheese enchiladas is a family favorite! Just lightly fry corn tortillas, roll them up with Jack or cheddar cheese, cover with a tomato and green chile sauce, more cheese, and bake. -
BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Tacos
25 minVegan, VegetarianJackfruit makes an easy, meat-free meal any night of the week. Here, we're making tacos! Warm it up with your favorite BBQ sauce and pile it into tortillas with all your favorite toppings.
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Slow Cooker Pork Loin with Balsamic Honey Glaze
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Easy Stuffed Stromboli
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Prime Rib
5 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoPrime rib recipe, how to cook to perfection a standing rib beef roast, step-by-step instructions and photos. Perfect for Christmas and the holiday season. -
Instant Pot Pot Roast with Balsamic and Rosemary
1 hr, 55 minPaleoInstant Pot Pot Roast shaves some time off oven-cooked and slow cooker methods. You can also cook the veggies right in the pot, making it an easy one-pot meal. -
Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon
8 hrs, 15 minA simplified version of the classic French beef stew that contains all of the flavors, but none of the fuss, of Boeuf Bourguignon. Slow cooker beef stew made in a rich red wine, bacon, and thyme braise is now weeknight dinner ready! -
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Beef Bourguignon
3 hrs, 15 minThis version of Julia Child's classic Beef Bourguignon (or Boeuf Bourguignon) is made by stewing beef with carrots and mushrooms until it's fall-apart tender. The sauce is rich, hearty, and worth every minute of slow cooking. Serve for Christmas dinner or any special winter meal. -
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Ham and White Bean Soup
3 hrs, 40 minGluten-FreeHearty Ham and Bean Soup, perfect for cold winter days! White beans, ham shanks, onions, celery, carrots, garlic, Tabasco, and herbs make this delicious ham and bean soup a cool weather classic. -
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Turkey Chili (with Leftover Turkey)
1 hr, 30 minGluten-Free, HealthyThis easy Turkey Chili is a great way to use up turkey leftovers from Thanksgiving and Christmas! Make it with shredded turkey (dark or white meat), kidney beans, onion, garlic, and tomatoes. -
Leftover Turkey Pot Pies
45 minLeftover Turkey Pot Pies are a great way to use Thanksgiving leftovers like turkey, carrots, onions, celery, even pie crust. Make them whatever size you want; we like small ramekins for mini-size portions for the kids! -
Mom’s Roast Turkey
4 hrs, 15 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoHow to cook the best turkey for Thanksgiving? Roast it breast-side down! This is our tried-and-true method for Thanksgiving turkey and we share all the details. From defrosting to long to cook the turkey, we've got your Thanksgiving covered. -
5 Simple Meals to Make the Week of Thanksgiving
This week’s meal plan offers easy recipes like salmon foil packets and meaty grilled cheese for early in the week, an alternative to cooking a full bird on the big day, and a filling soup to use up leftover turkey just in case you went all out for Thanksgiving this year. -
Zesty Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Bowls
15 minHealthyPacked with roasted chicken, black beans, rice and all the fixings, this people-pleaser is sure to become a staple in your weekly rotation!
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Lasagna
1 hr, 45 minThis classic lasagna is made with an easy meat sauce as the base. Layer the sauce with noodles and cheese, then bake until bubbly! This is great for feeding a big family, and freezes well, too. -
Easy Shepherd’s Pie
1 hr, 5 minGluten-FreeAmerican favorite shepherd's pie recipe, casserole with ground beef, vegetables such as carrots, corn, and peas, topped with mashed potatoes. -
Baked Ziti
1 hr, 5 minBaked Ziti - classic Italian American comfort food of pasta baked with sausage, tomato sauce and all kinds of gooey, yummy cheeses. So EASY and so good! -
Homemade Pizza
2 hrs, 30 minClassic homemade pizza recipe, including pizza dough and toppings, step-by-step instructions with photos. Make perfect pizza at home! -
Corned Beef and Cabbage
2 hrs, 40 minHere's the BEST Corned Beef and Cabbage for your St. Patrick's Day Party! We give you 2-ways to make it—boiled in spiced water the traditional way or baked with cloves and sweet hot honey mustard. Either way is delicious. -
Prime Rib
5 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoPrime rib recipe, how to cook to perfection a standing rib beef roast, step-by-step instructions and photos. Perfect for Christmas and the holiday season. -
Roast Beef
4 hrs, 35 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoClassic roast beef recipe using rump roast, round roast, or sirloin tip. This slow roasting method at low heat is good for tougher cuts of beef; the lower heat prevents any gristle from getting too tough. -
Sous Vide Steak
10 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoThe EASIEST and BEST way to make steak is cooking it sous vide. It's precise and will cook the steak exactly to your preferred doneness. A quick sear on a skillet to finish, and you’ve got the best steak EVER. -
How to Dry Brine and Roast a Turkey
2 hrs, 15 minGluten-Free, PaleoWant the most perfectly moist, flavorful, and juicy Thanksgiving turkey? Try dry-brining! All you do is rub the turkey with salt and let it hang out in the fridge for 24 to 72 hours. No muss, no fuss. The best turkey you'll ever eat will soon be yours! -
Eggplant Parmesan
3 hrs, 45 minVegetarianClassic for a reason, Italian baked Eggplant Parmesan is comfort food at its best. Breaded eggplant slices are layered with mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, and tomato sauce, and baked until bubbly. -
Tuscan Chicken Pasta Skillet
1 hr, 5 minHealthyThis quick and easy Tuscan Chicken Pasta Skillet is a one-pot noodle dish made with simple, yet flavorful ingredients. Marinated chicken breast is tossed with tender spaghetti, tomatoes, artichokes, olives, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and herbs. It’s the perfect easy weekday meal! -
Loaf Pan Lasagna
1 hr, 5 minThis small-batch weeknight lasagna comfortably serves two and is ready in half the time as a larger batch. Loaf Pan Lasagna is layered with chunky pieces of sausage and rustic-but-quick tomato sauce. -
Grilled Vegetable Pizza
35 minVegetarianFire up the grill and get ready for this Greek-inspired vegetarian grilled pizza! The crisp crust is topped with briny olives, feta, zucchini ribbons, tomatoes, and fresh herbs. It’s everything that’s wonderful about summer in every slice. -
Classic Patty Melt
50 minSwitch up your burger game and make a patty melt for dinner (or lunch) this week. Layer caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, and a perfectly thin burger patty between two slices of toasted bread for the BEST HOMEMADE patty melt ever! This recipe serves two, but you can easily scale it up or down. -
Classic Rack of Lamb
35 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoRack of Lamb is so elegant! Perfect for entertaining. Tender oven-roasted rack of lamb, seasoned with rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt and freshly ground black pepper, and slathered with olive oil. -
How to Roast a Goose
2 hrs, 5 minLow CarbStep-by-step detailed instructions and photos on roasting a goose. -
Easy Chicken Lo Mein
35 minMaking chicken lo mein at home means you can clear the fridge of whatever veggies you've got on hand, and have dinner ready faster than it would take to call for takeout. Win! -
Roast Leg of Lamb
3 hrs, 30 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoClassic roast leg of lamb recipe. Leg of lamb marinated in a citrus rosemary marinade, then oven seared and slow roasted.
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