Sweet-and-Smoky Cedar-Planked Salmon

Fire up the grill to make this flavor-packed fish dinner. Directions Step 1Soak a large cedar grilling plank (about 15 inches by 7 inches) in water, 1 to 2 hours. Step 2Heat grill to medium. Combine sugar, paprika, lemon zest, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a bowl. Season salmon with salt and rub spice mixture …

Crispy Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Rosemary

Winner, winner, chicken dinner! These skillet-fried thighs are irresistibly crispy, thanks to a flattening technique using a skillet weighted down with soup cans. Directions Step 1Whisk together stock, lemon juice, mustard, rosemary, and pepper flakes in a bowl. Season with salt. Step 2Heat a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat until hot, 1 to 2 minutes. Season …

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

Served family-style, this salad is an instant favorite. It features a delightful combination of chopped apple, hazelnuts, and Pecorino cheese. Directions Whisk together oil, lemon juice, and honey in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add Brussels sprouts, apple, shallot, and hazelnuts; toss to combine. Fold in Pecorino.

Roasted Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

The maple syrup and thyme in this sweet-but-savory dish add rich fall flavors to any family dinner. Directions Step 1Preheat oven to 425°F with an oven rack in the top third. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet. Combine oil, maple syrup, and thyme in a bowl. Step 2Working with one potato half at a time, place a …

Creamy Chicken Soup with Potatoes and Bacon

Here’s exactly what you want on a weeknight: a creamy chicken soup recipe with potatoes and bacon that’s easy to make, healthy, and so yummy that you can be sure the family will be wiping the bottoms of their bowls out with a crust of bread to get the last drops. Whether you’re looking for …

Potato Gnocchi with Pork Ragù

Potato pasta and ground pork ragù gives this hearty dish the best of both worlds. Directions Step 1Preheat oven to 350°F. Prick potatoes all over with a fork and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until very tender, 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes; let cool slightly. Halve lengthwise and scoop flesh directly …

Spiced Grit-Fried Chicken Cutlets

Give your usual chicken dinner a Southern spin by using grits to coat your cutlets. Directions Step 1Whisk together flour, baking powder, coriander, cardamom, turmeric, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk together eggs and 1/4 cup water in a separate bowl. Place grits in a third bowl. Step 2Preheat oven to …

Strip Steak with Lemon Mashed Potatoes

This hearty steak dinner is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Directions Step 1Place potatoes in a large pot; cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until tender, 15 to 18 minutes, adding peas during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and return vegetables to the pot. Add lemon …

Sausage & Grits Lasagna

Stone-ground grits replace noodles in this cheesy lasagna. Directions Step 1Heat oven to 425°F. Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a large pot. Slowly whisk in grits. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often (grits will bubble in spots), until liquid has absorbed and grits are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and …

Soy sauce chicken (See yao gai)

Soy sauce chicken is a traditional Cantonese dish and a classic example of red cooking technique, where meat is simmered in a soy sauce-based liquid along with various seasonings. It results in tender, succulent meat that falls off the bone. Although most cooks use chicken quarters for the dish, some like to use smaller pieces such as …

Pepper steak (Qīngjiāo ròusī)

Pepper steak is a classic Chinese-American dish consisting of sliced strips of steak that are seasoned with a hefty dose of freshly ground pepper. The dish is believed to have origins in the Chinese province of Fujian, where pork was originally used instead of beef. Today, the beef is usually prepared with bell peppers and …

Hot dry noodles (Reganmian)

Reganmian, or more commonly hot dry noodles, is a traditional dish originating from Wuhan, the capital of the Chinese Hubei province. It is one of the five most common and popular noodle dishes in China. The noodles in reganmian are cooked in a mixture of water and sesame oil, cooled, tossed and warmed in the same …