Indian-style pasta salad with curried pork, julienned cucumber, and elbow macaroni in a vinaigrette-mayo dressing. Marinated shredded pork and salted cucumber give this cold salad serious depth.
Slow cooker beef and pork barbecue with brown sugar, chili powder, tomato paste, and vinegar. Cooks until fork-tender and shreds for sandwiches. Oven method included.
Asian-style pasta salad tosses cheese tortellini with sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, and five-spice dressing alongside snow peas, red pepper, scallion, and shredded carrot over cabbage. East-West fusion that works.
Very easy to prepare; Green beans baked in tomato juice.
Make-ahead ham and cheddar breakfast casserole assembled overnight and baked in the morning. A mustardy egg custard soaks the bread layers, topped with buttered cornflakes for a satisfying crunch.
Orange and jicama salad with sliced avocado over mixed greens, dressed with a tangy orange-lemon vinaigrette. A bright, crisp, Mexican-inspired side salad for tacos or grilled fish.
Ham loaf made with ground ham and pork, glazed with a tangy currant jelly and mustard sauce. The best way to use leftover ham in a comforting retro meatloaf.
Barbecued tempeh baked in a homemade molasses-mustard sauce with cumin, coriander, and cayenne. A hearty vegetarian main served over rice or stuffed in pita.
Cold ramen noodle salad with shredded cabbage, cheddar cheese, and a tangy vinegar-mustard dressing. A crunchy, budget-friendly side dish that chills in under an hour.
Homemade beer barbecue sauce with brown sugar, two kinds of mustard, Worcestershire, and steak sauce simmered thick. A bold, sweet-tangy basting sauce for grilling.
Barbequed beef short ribs slow-bake in a homemade tangy ketchup-Worcestershire sauce until tender enough to slip from the bone. Sticky, smoky oven ribs without a grill.
Microwave creamy mushroom soup with fresh mushrooms, onions, sour cream, and Worcestershire. A quick single-serving soup ready in 15 minutes for two with no stovetop required.
Pork spareribs marinated overnight in pineapple juice, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar, then steamed and grilled with a homemade citrus BBQ sauce. A three-step process for fall-off-the-bone ribs.
Mustard peach relish made with fresh peaches, dry mustard, and vinegar, set with fruit pectin for canning. A sweet-tangy condiment for grilled meats, ham, or cheese boards.
Cordon bleu casserole with cubed turkey and ham in a creamy dill sauce, topped with cheddar breadcrumbs and walnuts. A cozy way to use leftover holiday meat.
Layered sausage and macaroni casserole with mushrooms, cottage cheese, and Italian herbs, topped with bread crumbs. A hearty weeknight bake with big savory flavor.
Homemade bourbon barbecue sauce with molasses, ketchup, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, and dry mustard simmered until thick and smoky. A rich, complex glaze for ribs, chicken, or brisket.
Memphis-style dry rub for ribs with paprika, cayenne, green peppercorns, and Jamaican allspice. A 12-spice blend with real heat and smoky depth. No sauce needed.
Pan-fried crab cakes with dry mustard and egg yolks, served with a creamy tomato dill sauce. Golden-crusted on the outside, tender flaked crab on the inside.
Roasted pork tenderloin and vegetables glazes pork, sweet potatoes, corn, and onion with an apple-jelly-and-mustard brush for a complete sheet-pan dinner for four.
Smoked hamburgers cooked low and slow in a water smoker with 8 seasoning variations. From savory herb to chili cheese to sesame, one basic burger mix becomes a week of different flavors.
Southern crustless quiche with grits, chopped ham, cheddar cheese, eggs, dry mustard, and a dash of hot sauce. Thick cooked grits replace the pastry crust.
Asparagus spears wrapped in ham slices and baked under a homemade cheddar cheese sauce with dry mustard. A retro-style ham and asparagus roll-up that makes a satisfying weeknight dinner in about 35 minutes.
A zesty and versatile sauce, perfect for game, ham, roasts, or tongue. A blend of spices, wine, and citrus for a delightful flavor.
Breakfast lasagne with sliced ham, gruyere, mozzarella, ricotta, and a mustard-spiked bechamel. Layered in a 13x9 pan for a brunch crowd of six to eight.
Slow cooker barbecue beef shredded with a wire whisk after 8 hours on high. Chuck roast cooks in a tangy sauce of tomato paste, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and dry mustard.
Quick microwave tuna casserole layered with egg noodles, fresh zucchini, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. Ready in 45 minutes with tangy sour cream and Dijon mustard.
Beer and cheese soup blends sharp cheddar with a bottle of ale, mirepoix, mustard, Tabasco, and Worcestershire. A Wisconsin tavern classic with a velvety bite of malty heat.
Chunky mustard beans with red peppers blanch green beans, peppers, and onions, then bind them in a turmeric-mustard pickling sauce with celery seed and mustard seed. A bright, tangy pickled relish for water-bath canning.
BBQ Beans with molasses, chili powder, cumin, mustard, and tomato sauce, sauteed oil-free and ready in 30 minutes. Serve on buns like sloppy joes, over whole grains, or as a picnic side.
Root beer baked beans with bacon, barbecue sauce, dry mustard, and hot sauce simmered together on the stovetop. A sweet, smoky, slightly spicy side dish ready in 40 minutes.
Slow cooker salmon bake made with canned salmon, croutons, cheddar cheese, and beaten eggs. Hands-off comfort food that turns pantry staples into a savory, casserole-style supper with no oven required.
Swiss cheese and mushroom quiche with sauteed onions, thyme, and dry mustard in a smooth egg custard. Baked in a pie crust and good hot, warm, or at room temperature.
A bold black bean chili loaded with 3 pounds of lean ground beef, green chilis, and an unexpected spice blend of dry mustard, celery seed, and cumin seed. Thick, meaty, and built for feeding a hungry crowd.
Bacon-wrapped crabmeat balls with sherry, lemon juice, dry mustard, and fresh bread crumbs broiled until crispy. An elegant appetizer that makes about 2 dozen bite-sized hors d'oeuvres.
Budget turkey barbecue sandwiches with a homemade sweet and tangy sauce, sauerkraut, and leftover cooked turkey. An easy, wallet-friendly weeknight dinner on buns.
Chile peppers in spicy cream sauce with roasted green chiles simmered in coconut milk, heavy cream, and seven Indian spices including cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Rich, fiery, and ready in 30 minutes.
Slow cooker tavern sandwiches (loose meat) with ground beef simmered in ketchup, chili powder, and dry mustard. A Midwestern classic served sloppy on toasted buns.
Two sugar-free salad dressings in one recipe: a tangy vinegar base with dry mustard and paprika, plus a poppy seed variation with apple cider vinegar. Diabetic-friendly and oil-free.
Melrose plates: chicken and pasta salad with mandarin oranges, water chestnuts and a honey-mustard poppy seed yogurt dressing. A lighter chicken-pasta luncheon salad served on lettuce.
Ham in champagne baked with two bottles of extra dry champagne, brown sugar, honey, ginger, and dry mustard. A showstopping holiday ham with a bubbly glaze basted every 15 minutes until lacquered.
Sandwiches glace: vintage party canape with rye bread, smoked ham, sour cream cheddar spread, and a gelatin-mayonnaise glaze. A mid-century tea-party classic.
Homemade seasoned salt with paprika, thyme, marjoram, curry powder, dry mustard, dill seed, and celery salt. A Lawry's-style copycat with 10 spices you already have.
Homemade grainy mustard with mustard seeds, white wine, vinegar, and a touch of corn syrup. Bold artisan-style condiment that keeps for a month in the fridge.
Old-fashioned oven baked beans with navy beans, salt pork, molasses, and brown sugar. Slow-baked in a covered casserole for hours until thick, sticky, and deeply sweet-savory.
Old-school fried crab cakes bound with just enough breadcrumbs and a single egg yolk so the sweet lump meat actually shines. Worcestershire and dry mustard sharpen the edges, served with lemon wedges and golden crisp.
Traditional Quebec tourtiere with spiced pork filling, mashed potatoes, and a homemade hot-water crust, served with a mushroom and herb gravy. A French-Canadian meat pie classic.
Santa Maria beans made with pinto beans, bacon, ham, tomato puree, and red chile sauce. The classic California Central Coast side dish for tri-tip barbecue, slow-simmered until rich and tender.