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.
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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 …
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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 …
Sweet-and-Spicy Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Asparagus
Chili-garlic sauce gives this easy chicken dinner a nice kick. Directions Step 1Preheat oven to 425°F. Place chicken, breast side up, on a rimmed baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Step 2Combine chili-garlic sauce, lime zest and juice, and ginger in a bowl. Transfer half the mixture to a second bowl (about 3 tablespoons) and stir …
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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 …
Braised pork belly (Hong shao rou)
One of the classics of Chinese cuisine, hong shao rou is a delicious concoction made with braised pork belly. The meat is boiled and doused in a rich mixture of rice wine, sugar, and light and dark soy sauce. All the ingredients form a sweet and sticky sauce of vibrant red color in which the …
Biang Biang noodles
Biangbiang noodles, also known as belt noodles due to their broadness and length, are a specialty of Shaanxi province in China. The noodles are usually topped with vegetables and herbs such as spring onions, garlic, leeks, coriander, Sichuan peppercorns, cumin, and chili. There are two stories about the origin of these unusual noodles: one says that …
Egg rolls (Dan gun)
An egg roll is a Chinese-style snack consisting of diced meat and chopped vegetables that are wrapped in an egg-based dough, and then deep-fried in hot oil. Although Andrew Coe, the author of Chop Suey: A Cultural History of Chinese Food in the United States claims that the appetizer was invented in New York in the early …
Mala sauce
Mala is a brothy, spicy sauce consisting of Sichuan peppercorns, chili peppers, oil, and a handful of various spices. In Chinese gastronomy, it is considered as one of the most popular sauces with many regional varieties. The sauce is so spicy that it is even implicated in its name, the term málà literally meaning numbing and spicy, caused by the Sichuan …
Yusheng
Usually consumed during the Chinese New Year celebrations, yusheng is a tasty salad made with slices of raw fish and shredded vegetables which are seasoned with spices and various toppings such as peanuts and sesame seeds. The dish is additionally flavored with yusheng sauce, most commonly consisting of plum sauce and sesame oil. The origins of the …
Polenta Cakes With Sautéed Mushrooms
Calling all cheese fans: You’ll love every single bite of these polenta cakes. Directions Step 1Line an 11- by 7-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Bring 4 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 …
Lamb Chops with Roasted Potatoes and Radishes
Mix up family dinner with a delicious spin on the beloved meat and potato combo. Directions Step 1 Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine onion and vinegar in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand 20 minutes. Step 2 Coat a rimmed baking sheet with 2 tablespoons oil. Add potatoes and season with salt …
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Fennel
Although this savory recipe draws inspiration from the long-cooking Italian porchetta dish, you can whip up the oven-to-table entree in less than an hour. Directions Step 1Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss together fennel, onion, and 2 tablespoons oil on a large rimmed baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Roast for 5 minutes. Step 2Meanwhile, brush pork with mustard, …
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Pork Burger With Crispy Grits Fries
Skip the drive-thru and make your own upgraded version of a burger and fries. Directions Step 1 Line an 11- by 7-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Bring 4 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 …
Southwest Shrimp & Grits
Everyone loves a heaping bowl of cheesy shrimp and grits! Directions Step 1 Preheat broiler. Place poblano peppers, cut sides down, on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil, until charred, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and let cool. Discard skins; dice peppers. Step 2 Bring 4 cups water to a boil in …
Savory Pumpkin Soup with Spice Shake
This vegetarian soup is topped with our homemade spice shake. Directions Step 1Make the soup: Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Add garlic, chili powder, and oregano. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 …
Farro-and-Acorn Squash Salad
Finish this hearty salad with blue cheese, hazelnuts, and pomegranate seeds. Directions Step 1Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss together squash, thyme, and 2 tablespoons oil on two large rimmed baking sheets. Season with salt and pepper. Roast, rotating pans once, until golden brown and tender, 18 to 22 minutes. Transfer squash to a cutting board and …
Marinated Mushroom-and-Charred Broccolini Salad
This vegan salad is so flavorful, even meat eaters will love it. Directions Step 1Heat grill to medium-high heat. Combine lemon juice and 2 tablespoons oil in a bowl. Add fennel and mushrooms and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Let sit, tossing occasionally, at least 10 minutes and up to 1 hour. Step 2Toss …
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Smoky Slow Cooker Beef Tacos
Top these beef tacos with sour cream and pico de gallo. Directions Step 1 Combine tomato sauce, chipotle, adobo sauce, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a 5-to-6-quart slow cooker. Stir in garlic, onion, and steak. Cover and cook until meat is very tender, 4 to 5 hours on high or 7 to 8 hours on …