Turkey tetrazzini made in the microwave with spaghetti, mushrooms, sherry cream sauce, and Parmesan. A quick, creamy way to use leftover turkey in 30 minutes.
Standing rib roast with a roasted garlic and parsley crust, served with tarragon carrots, browned butter parsnips, roasted onions, and red wine au jus. A holiday showpiece.
Roasted tomato soup purees caramelized roasted tomatoes with potato, onion, and vegetable stock for a creamy bowl with no cream needed. Vegetarian comfort soup ready in 45 minutes.
Spaghettini with sundried tomatoes and zucchini, a weeknight Italian pasta built on garlic-infused olive oil, golden zucchini chunks, and a bright lemon-vegetable broth. Vegan-friendly.
Ground sirloin, pinto and kidney beans simmer in cumin-spiced tomato broth for hearty, stick-to-your-ribs chili. Easy weeknight comfort food.
Chicken base is basically dehydrated, powdered chicken stock. If you can't find it in the supermarket, grind chicken bouillon cubes. For the asparagus, cut about two inches off the stem end. You don't need to peel it. To blanch spinach, simply drop it in boiling salted water for one minute and then immediately submerge it in ice water to stop the cooking and retain the color. The spinach will provide the soup with a vibrant green hue.
Swedish meatballs in a creamy allspice-spiked gravy made from beef bouillon, evaporated milk, and a touch of lemon. The retro homestyle version that lands over buttered noodles.
Creamy spinach and cheese soup with thin noodles, cheddar, and Swiss cheese in a milk-based chicken broth. A hearty 40-minute weeknight soup that tastes like a spinach casserole in a bowl.
Slow cooker shredded beef barbecue recipe with a homemade barbecue sauce that’s sweet and tangy—perfect make-ahead beef BBQ for a summer cookout or potluck.
Hearty steak soup with ground beef, carrots, celery, onion, and mixed vegetables in a roux-thickened broth with diced tomatoes. A big-batch crowd-pleaser that freezes well.
This colorful version of corn chowder features a medley of spices and fills the kitchen with aroma.
Creamy linguine with sun-dried tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, shallots, garlic, and white wine in a half-and-half sauce finished with Parmesan. Restaurant-style Italian pasta at home.
Ozark-style beef stew slow-simmered with chili powder, cinnamon, cloves, and dried red peppers. A spicy, warmly spiced mountain stew with potatoes, carrots, and tomatoes.
Garden soup with chicken, potatoes, lima beans, carrots, and celery in a tomato-chicken broth. A hearty dump-and-simmer vegetable soup that's low calorie and feeds a crowd.
One-pot vegetable rice loaded with broccoli, mushrooms, tomatoes and Parmesan. Ready in 40 minutes, this savory side dish works hot or cold for easy meal prep.
Oven-braised beef and brown rice stew with crushed tomatoes, green beans, and warm spices like allspice and chili powder. A hearty, hands-off dinner that simmers to tender in a Dutch oven.
Macaroni and red bean soup: kidney beans simmered with sauteed mirepoix, tomatoes, tomato juice, and elbow macaroni. A vegan Italian-style pasta e fagioli with mixed herbs and garlic.
Trail-friendly arroz con pollo made with freeze-dried chicken, dried peas, saffron, and rice. A lightweight backpacking meal ready in 25 minutes.
Bring some Swedish culture into your home with this simple crockpot recipe that is bound to make you forget about the barbecue.
Beer and beef stew from Granite Brewery with cubed beef, root vegetables, Dijon mustard, and a dark chocolate-brown roux. A pub-style stew thickened with a proper French roux.
French country soup with beef shank, cabbage, turnips, rutabaga, green beans, and elbow macaroni in a tomato broth seasoned with cloves. A hearty pot-au-feu style meal that simmers for hours.
Savory pie layering sweet Vidalia onions and Delicious apples in chicken broth, topped with buttery graham cracker crumbs. This unusual side dish pairs beautifully with roasted poultry.
Homemade microwave dog biscuits made with whole wheat flour, oats, cornmeal and beef bouillon. No oven required, no preservatives, and tail-wag approved. A pantry-staple treat for your pup.
Italian beef eye of round marinated in vinegar, Worcestershire, and oregano before roasting. Sliced thin and served on poorboy buns with savory au jus sauce.
A slow cooker navy bean and barley soup with sage and a hint of liquid smoke. Creamy, smoky, and completely plant-based.
Beef stir fry with mushrooms, bean sprouts, snow peas, green beans, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts in soy sauce. A loaded wok dinner served over rice or chow mein noodles.
Ginger-spiced broccoli peanut chicken baked with rice in one dish. Crunchy peanuts and tender broccoli make this a freezer-friendly weeknight winner.
Low-calorie curried chicken with toasted almonds, diced apple, mushrooms, and a creamy lemon sauce. A smart way to turn leftover chicken into a new meal. Serves 5.
Hearty minestrone soup packed with potatoes, green beans, cabbage, spinach, zucchini, and kidney beans. Served with orzo pasta and grated Parmesan in every bowl.
Meatball zucchini Italiano is a fast one-skillet dinner: tender beef meatballs and sliced zucchini simmered in a quick tomato sauce and spooned over pasta. A weeknight-easy way to sneak in vegetables.
Hearty vegetable soup with rice, tomatoes, carrots, celery, and a splash of hot sauce simmered in chicken broth. A comforting one-pot soup ready in about an hour from scratch.
Slow-simmered Italian tomato sauce with whole garlic cloves, beef bouillon, and optional bacon. This classic Pasta Pomodoro cooks for 2 hours until thick and rich, tossed with elbow macaroni and Parmesan.
Mom's chicken piccata with egg-dipped, flour-coated breasts browned in butter and simmered in a tangy lemon broth. A simpler weeknight take on the classic Italian-American dish.
Mission-style chicken breasts smothered in a smoky chipotle sour cream sauce with melted cheese. Made with a from-scratch chipotle paste using dried chiles, garlic, and slow-fried aromatics.
Hearty meatball chowder with walnut-sized beef meatballs, potatoes, carrots, rice, and Mexicorn in a tomato-beef broth. A big-batch soup that feeds a crowd.
Poached cod in a fragrant saffron broth with leeks, bell pepper, and tomato. A light, low-sodium fish dinner built on a slow-simmered vegetable stock with rich golden color and delicate flavor.
Indian-spiced lentil soup with curry, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and ginger, ladled over brown rice. A warming one-pot meal loaded with protein and fiber.
Round steak deluxe braised in garlic-scented beef bouillon with cherry tomatoes, green bell pepper rings, and pimento-stuffed olives. A budget cut turned tender, Mediterranean-leaning, and ready in an hour.
Canned tuna and frozen peas and carrots in a homemade thyme-scented cream gravy, topped with refrigerator biscuits and baked golden. This easy tuna pot pie is cozy, budget-friendly comfort food in 35 minutes.
Slow cooker chicken breasts stuffed with a peanut butter, honey, cumin, and mint filling. Rolled into packets and braised in peanut-bouillon broth for tender, savory results.
Jellied beet borscht molded with shredded beets, cabbage, cucumber, fresh dill, and horseradish in a tangy beef gelatin. A cold, jewel-toned Eastern European classic.
Mexican poblano pepper soup with corn, tomato sauce, and epazote simmered in chicken broth. A light, smoky soup with authentic Mexican flavor.
One-pan pork chops baked over rice with cream of mushroom soup and onion soup mix. The rice cooks right in the dish, absorbing all the savory drippings.
Ground turkey meatballs with sweet red and yellow peppers, mushrooms, and a light creamy sauce made with evaporated skim milk. Served over parsley rice.
Two-meat meat loaf made with ground chuck and ground pork, bound with oatmeal and seasoned with allspice and thyme. Served with a whiskey-tomato pan sauce.
Smoked bluefish chowder: flaky smoked bluefish stirred into a corn, potato, and smoked bacon base built on fish bouillon. A coastal New England chowder with bold, smoky character.
Bulk sausage, cumin, jalapeño, and wild rice blend come together in this quick skillet casserole. Ready in 30 minutes for a hearty weeknight dinner.
Stuffed cabbage rolls filled with lean ground beef and rice, simmered for nearly two hours in a sweet-savory tomato sauce with Worcestershire and brown sugar.