Traditional quiche with sautéed mushrooms, scallions, Swiss cheese, and heavy cream baked in a pre-baked pastry shell. Elegant brunch centerpiece with bright lemon and warming nutmeg.
Warm potato and tuna salad with boiled new potatoes tossed in a light tarragon vinegar and olive oil dressing with spring onions and parsley. A bright, mayo-free take on classic tuna salad.
Greek-style lamb with peas braised in tomatoes with dill, parsley, and brown butter. Simmered until the liquid absorbs and only the rich butter sauce remains.
Asian-style stuffed mushrooms with crispy bacon, soy sauce, sesame seeds, and garlic in a savory bread crumb filling. Blanched caps keep their shape, and they're make-ahead friendly.
Fried rice with ham, snow peas, bean sprouts, and egg stir-fried in a wok with soy sauce. A quick, fresh take on homemade fried rice for two.
Savory basil red pepper muffins with olive oil, scallions, and egg whites. A low-fat, no-butter muffin that works as a side for soups, stews, or on its own for brunch.
Fresh lime-pineapple relish with chopped pineapple, red bell pepper, green onions, lime zest, and ginger. A bright no-cook tropical condiment for grilled fish, chicken, or pork.
Fish fillets pan-cooked in garlic butter with scallions and a squeeze of lemon. Five ingredients, six minutes of cooking, and dinner is on the table.
Caribbean-style baked crab in shells with curry powder, scallions, chili peppers, coriander, and breadcrumbs. A spicy, fragrant seafood appetizer for eight.
Creamy Dijon mustard dip with sour cream, mayo, and green onions. A tangy, sharp party dip for fresh vegetables that comes together in 10 minutes.
Crab and mushroom stuffing for flounder with scallions, bread crumbs, lemon juice, and butter. Baked at high heat and served with Mornay sauce.
Red pepper garlic sauce made from fresh-juiced bell peppers and garlic, thickened with arrowroot and finished with red wine. A vibrant, naturally sweet sauce for grilled meats and fish.
Hint of ginger marinade combines soy sauce, dry sherry, fresh ginger, garlic, and lemon zest for poultry, pork, and fish. A fast Asian-leaning marinade ready in 5 minutes, no cooking required.
Melon salsa with ripe cantaloupe, fresh ginger, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime. A sweet-spicy no-cook fruit salsa for grilled fish, chicken, or chips.
Creamy shrimp spread with cream cheese, lemon juice, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce. A quick no-cook appetizer that comes together in minutes and pairs perfectly with crackers or fresh veggies.
Cashew noodles bake egg noodles with cottage cheese, sour cream, mushrooms, garlic, and toasted cashews under a Parmesan crust. A creamy, crunchy weeknight casserole with mid-century roots.