This recipe is a faily old (circa 1983) but reliable one, somwhere in between competition and eating and chili. It would be a good starter for any novice cook.
Crunchy ramen chicken salad with shredded cabbage, toasted almonds, sesame seeds, and a tangy soy-vinegar dressing made from the ramen seasoning packets.
Slow cooker veggie chili layers black beans, corn, peppers and crushed tomatoes with spices bloomed in oil first, then simmers all day. A hearty, high-fiber vegetarian chili that's nearly hands-off.
Pan-fried crab cakes with scallions, celery, and lemon, coated in garlicky breadcrumbs and served with homemade dill mayonnaise made from scratch in the blender.
Creamy Southwestern yellow squash simmered with corn, tomatoes, green chiles, and cumin, finished with cream cheese and a kick of Tabasco. A hearty, spiced vegetable side dish that's on the table in 45 minutes.
Linguine with creamy green tomato sauce: an end-of-season use for unripe garden tomatoes, pureed and simmered with cream and butter, topped with sun-dried tomato and cracked peppercorn.
Mexican-style chicken simmered in a smoky blended sauce of almonds, ground red chiles, cinnamon, and vinegar. Topped with slivered almonds for a nutty, spiced one-skillet dinner.
Meatless farmer's chili with kidney beans, zucchini, corn, carrots, and bulgur wheat in a cumin-chili tomato broth. Hearty, crunchy, and better the next day.
A hearty, flavorful soup featuring creamy white beans, tender Swiss chard, and savory bacon or pancetta, simmered in a rich chicken broth with the holy trinity of vegetables and thyme. Perfect for a cozy meal.
Gone All Day Stew with beef, potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and onions baked low and slow in a tomato soup gravy. No browning, no watching, just oven time.
Seared beef tenderloin tossed with colorful tri-color peppers, sesame oil, and a bright white wine vinegar finish. This 35-minute stir-fry is low-carb, high-protein, and bursting with flavor.
Hamburg pie with ground beef, onion, and cheddar cheese topped with a Bisquick egg batter that bakes into its own crust. A quick weeknight dinner.
Scalloped lobster baked in cream with mustard, lemon, and buttered bread crumbs. A classic New England-style lobster casserole with a golden, crunchy topping.
Asian flavors add punch to this classic Chinese stir-fry that's so quick and easy from stovetop to plate.
Loaded potato and buffalo chicken casserole piles spicy roasted potatoes with hot-sauce-marinated chicken, then a loaded topping of cheese, bacon, and green onion. A bold, hearty bake that eats like buffalo wings and loaded fries in one dish.
Easy Coney sauce: a smooth, no-bean meat sauce simmered with tomato, mustard, and a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. The classic Coney dog topping that turns a plain hot dog Detroit-style.
Traditional German braised red cabbage with Granny Smith apples, red wine, and a splash of vinegar to lock in the ruby color. Sweet-tart side dish for pork roast, sausages, and holiday tables.
There are several kinds of fruits in this recipe, and chicken with the cucumber, mixed with yogurt, nice!
Old-fashioned canned vegetable relish with ground green peppers, cabbage, onions, and carrots in a tangy vinegar brine with mustard and celery seeds. Makes 5 jars for your pantry.
Cod fillets baked under thick tomato slices and a crispy basil bread crumb topping with green pepper and onion. A light, high-protein seafood dinner ready in 40 minutes.
Al's Seafood Bisque - from Al's Soup Kitchen, NYC recipe
Get another taste of the turkey with this hearty soup made with leftovers from that amazing Thanksgiving dinner.
Indonesian nasi goreng, the original fried rice, tossed with shrimp, chicken, cabbage, and green pepper in a sweet-savory kecap manis and sambal sauce. A wok-fried dinner that turns leftover rice into gold.
Spanish rice with avocado toasts long-grain rice in butter and olive oil with onion and garlic, simmers it in seasoned chicken broth, then folds in diced avocado off the heat. A creamy, savory pilaf with cumin, oregano, and a golden turmeric tint.
Rice and cheese casserole stirs cooked brown rice with cottage cheese, parmesan, dill, and Dijon for a light, high-protein side that bakes in 20 minutes. Healthy comfort food.
A scrumptious dish that is very popular in East Asia.
A cozy ground turkey casserole with mixed vegetables and cream of mushroom soup, topped with mashed potato mounds and melted cheddar. Comfort food on the table in 45 minutes.
Spiced black beans, corn, and salsa baked under a golden cornmeal crust. This lightened-up Southwestern bean pie is hearty, oil-free, and full of smoky cumin flavor.
Moroccan chickpea soup blends pureed chickpeas with tahini, lemon, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne for a creamy, protein-rich vegan soup ready in 30 minutes.
Microwave-braised tuna steaks studded with garlic slivers, simmered with pearl onions in red wine, and served on wilted spinach with a tomato-thyme sauce.
Try this new take on stew where you eat this savory dish out of a pumpkin shell!
Red lentils, adzuki beans, and mung beans sauteed in sesame oil with mushrooms, water chestnuts, and warm spices like marjoram and nutmeg. A high-protein, plant-based stir-fry that's hearty and filling.
Santiago pork roast marinated overnight in soy sauce, lemon juice, sugar, ginger, and garlic, then slow-roasted and basted for 3.5 hours. A Filipino-inspired pork loin for a crowd.
Make your spareribs feel special with this simple recipe that calls for sauerkraut, cabbage and apple slices.
Mock ravioli casserole: layers of butterfly pasta, a meaty tomato sauce, and a herby spinach-egg-parmesan filling. All the flavor of ravioli without rolling a single sheet of dough.
A dump-and-go slow cooker lentil soup with crushed tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, and curry powder. Ten minutes of prep, eight hours in the crockpot, and dinner is done. Naturally vegan and loaded with fiber.
Japanese-inspired rice salad with a wasabi, rice vinegar, and sesame oil dressing. Tossed with crunchy cucumber, red bell pepper, and scallions for a zesty cold side dish.
Warm chicken broth with fluffy homemade egg dumplings seasoned with thyme and nutmeg. Simple, soothing comfort food that comes together in about 40 minutes.
Bay scallops and shrimp in a light cream and clam juice sauce with tri-color bell peppers and zucchini over angel hair pasta. An elegant seafood dinner ready in under 20 minutes.
Paprika and chili-rubbed chicken pieces cooked in hot oil fondue, served with a creamy curry sauce spiked with mango chutney. A fun, interactive dinner party centerpiece ready in 30 minutes.
Rotini and kidney bean casserole layered with canned tomatoes, bologna, onions, and tomato sauce topped with parmesan. A hearty, budget-friendly baked pasta dinner.
This is a great first time pad thai recipe. You will need some special ingredients to get started but once you have added them to your pantry this makes a great weeknight meal.
Old German cabbage rolls stuffed with seasoned ground beef and rice, simmered for 3 hours in a sweet-and-sour tomato sauce with lemon juice and onion.
Creamy turkey enchiladas stuffed with corn and broccoli in a sour cream filling, smothered in a cheesy cream of chicken sauce. A smart way to use leftover turkey. Makes 12.
Sautéed Brussels sprouts with caraway and lemon shred sprouts thin, then quick-cook with onion, butter, fragrant caraway seeds, and bright lemon. A 20-minute side dish that converts sprout skeptics.
Creamy chicken pot pie with a buttery flaky pastry topping over chunks of chicken, carrots, celery, and onion in a half-and-half cream sauce. Single-crust comfort that bakes up bubbly and golden.
Like to be made in ceramic crock pot. so that it can be put in oven to cook biscuits.
Foil-packet chicken breast dinner with corn, green beans, and onions in a Parmesan-garlic seasoning. Easy grill or oven meal with minimal cleanup.