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208 recipes tagged with stovetop.

Sloppy Joe

45m ready

6 servings The Sloppy Joe—somewhat regrettably known as “loosemeat” in certain parts of the country—dates from the 1950s. We don’t know who “Joe” was, but…

Mocha Sauce

10m ready

A rich mocha sauce made with espresso, chocolate, and butter. Serve warm over desserts or ice cream.

Hot Buttered Maple Sauce

25m ready

About 1 ⅓ cups For a delicious dessert, put a scoop of vanilla ice cream on a waffle and top with this sauce.

Crème Anglaise (Custard Sauce)

20m ready

A classic French custard sauce made with egg yolks, sugar, and milk or cream, gently cooked until thickened and flavored with vanilla, rum, sherry, or…

Butterscotch Sauce

20m ready

About 1 ½ cups This old-fashioned favorite is made with virtually the same ingredients as caramel sauce but is cooked in a different way.

Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pudding

20m ready

A classic stovetop chocolate pudding made with cocoa, chopped chocolate, and whole milk. Silky, rich, and old-fashioned comfort in every spoonful.

Chocolate Pudding Pops

20m ready

Creamy chocolate pudding pops made with Dutch-process cocoa, milk, cream, and melted chocolate. A rich frozen treat for warm days.

Clam Broth

20m ready

A savory clam broth infused with celery, garlic, parsley, and thyme. Simmered briefly with fresh clams, then strained for a clean, flavorful base.

Risotto

40m ready

6 side-dish or 4 main-course servings For Risotto Milanese, the classic accompaniment to braised meat, especially Osso Buco, steep 3 generous pinches…

Sautéed Pork Chops

15m ready

4 servings This method works well for chops up to 1 ½ inches thick. For thicker, double-cut chops, treat as for Pan-Roasted Pork Tenderloin. Preheat the…

Flour Tortillas

46m ready

Eight 6- to 8-inch tortillas Flour tortillas are very easy to make and much tastier than store-bought tortillas.

Caramel Apples

20m ready

Fresh apples on skewers dipped in a smooth, buttery caramel coating. A classic fall treat that sets quickly and can be garnished as desired.

Butterscotch Caramels

35m ready

Butterscotch caramels made with brown sugar, dark corn syrup, and butter. A rich, chewy candy with deep butterscotch flavor.

Vegan White Sauce Or Béchamel

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About 1 cup Prepare White Sauce I, using 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil or vegan butter, and substituting 1 cup unsweetened soy milk for the milk…

Chocolate Fondue (Ii)

15m ready

A rich chocolate fondue made with unsweetened chocolate, sugar, and a choice of milk, cream, coffee, or sherry. Serve warm for dipping fruit…

Basic Cream Sauce

20m ready

About 1 cup A simpler alternative to Béchamel. This rich sauce is especially delicious with sautéed wild mushrooms or pasta.

Vanilla Pudding

2h ready

4 servings For a speckled vanilla pudding, add the seeds from a 1 ½-inch piece vanilla bean, split lengthwise and scraped, instead of the vanilla.

Beer-Cheese Soup

45m ready

A creamy beer-cheese soup with cheddar, ale, and aromatic vegetables, finished with optional garnishes like croutons and smoked ham.

Chocolate Sauce

10m ready

About 1 cup To make in a food processor, grind the chocolate to crumbs and then, with the motor running, add the simmering cream mixture. By the time the…

Caramel Corn

30m ready

About 8 cups This is the sticky-sweet confection of the circus and boardwalk. If desired, add 1 cup Spanish peanuts.

Apple Filling

4m 0s ready

A quick stovetop apple filling with brown sugar, raisins, butter, and cinnamon, cooked until thick and sticky. Enough for two 9-inch rings.

Peanut Soup

35m ready

About 6 cups; 4 servings This soup is claimed by both Virginia and Georgia, but its roots are undoubtedly in the peanut stews of Senegal and Gambia.

Scotch Broth

2h ready

About 6 cups; 4 servings Irma and Marion used grünkern, or freekeh, in place of the barley called for here. To substitute freekeh, add whole grains 20…

Red Onion Marmalade

1h ready

About 1 ½ cups Wonderful with roasted meats, and a good alternative (or supplement) to Cranberry Sauce for serving with a Thanksgiving turkey.

Becker Rustic Polenta

20m ready

About 4 cups; 4 servings Cooking polenta for less time results in a toothsome texture. Some American brands of polenta are done in as little as 5 minutes…

Lemon Curd

20m ready

About 1 ⅔ cups Tart and tangy, this makes a sensational filling for sponge rolls or Angel Food Cake. You can also swirl it into a plain cheesecake before…

Vanilla Bean Crème Anglaise

35m ready

A classic French vanilla bean custard sauce, gently steeped with vanilla and thickened into a silky pouring cream. Perfect for drizzling over desserts.

Bittersweet Chocolate Glaze Or Frosting

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About 1 ½ cups A sophisticated glaze or frosting for rich chocolate or nut tortes. For an even more bittersweet effect, substitute 1 ounce unsweetened…

Sauce Ravigote

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About 1 cup Serve lukewarm over fish, light meats, or poultry.

Cornmeal Mush

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A simple, comforting cornmeal porridge cooked with water or milk until smooth and creamy. Served warm with melted butter and a drizzle of molasses, maple…

Easy Chicken Broth

3h ready

A rich and soothing chicken broth simmered with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, ginger, and shiitake mushrooms. Perfect served over rice or as a base for wonton…

Refried Beans

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6 servings A classic side dish with enchiladas, burritos, or chiles rellenos. The beans are easier to mash when they are warm.

Pepper Pot

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About 9 cups; 5 servings A Philadelphia specialty dating from the founding of our nation, this tripe soup was sold on the street with cries of “All hot!…

Camarones à la Diabla (Spicy Simmered Shrimp)

35m ready

4 servings Add the smaller amount of árbol chiles for less heat. If you cannot find the dried chiles, you may substitute 3 canned chipotle peppers in…

Butterscotch

30m ready

About 1 ¼ pounds; about 80 pieces Butterscotch begins to solidify immediately after it’s cooked and may be scored or shaped before it cools. Work quickly…

Sauerkraut-Mushroom Filling

20m ready

A savory sauerkraut and mushroom filling cooked with onion in butter or olive oil. Use it to stuff pierogi, pastries, or savory crepes.

Fried Eggs

5m ready

2 to 4 servings For tender whites, use medium heat. For whites with lacy, brown edges, use medium-high heat.

Egg Foo Young

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4 servings A classic Chinese-American staple, these egg-vegetable-meat pancakes are typically served with a brown sauce. To make a St. Paul Sandwich…

Sauce Mornay (Cheese Sauce)

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About 1 cup Desperate parents have been hiding nutritious vegetables under a cloak of Mornay for decades, and it is the backbone of a good Macaroni and…

Us Senate Bean Soup

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About 6 cups; 4 servings There’s a reason this soup has been on the menu of the US Senate restaurant every day since 1901.

Peas And Radishes With Miso Butter

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4 servings Lightly sweet green peas and peppery, crisp radishes pair perfectly with white miso and butter.

Shellfish With Mushrooms And Greens

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4 servings If you are using mostly clams or mussels, use the larger amount suggested.

Chocolate Fondue (I)

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A smooth chocolate fondue made with semisweet chocolate, evaporated milk, and marshmallows. Serve warm for dipping fruit or cake.

Risotto With Mushrooms

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A creamy Italian risotto made with Arborio rice, fresh mushrooms, and rehydrated porcini. The mushroom soaking liquid and chicken broth build deep savory…

Italian Wedding Soup

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About 11 cups; 6 servings Once the meatball mixture is assembled, this flavorful soup comes together quickly. If desired, prepare the meatballs a day…

Vietnamese Caramel Sauce

15m ready

About ¾ cup This rich, savory caramel may be used as a last-minute glaze for grilled skewers of meat, tofu, and poultry or added in small amounts to…

Coconut Rice

20m ready

A fragrant side dish of jasmine rice simmered in coconut milk and water, finished with optional toasted coconut and cilantro.

Kuku Sabzi (Persian Herbed Omelet)

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4 servings This bright-green, herb-packed omelet is traditionally made during the Persian new year (Nowruz). You may use spinach or other greens in place…

Egg, Ginger & Spinach Curry

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A comforting Indian egg curry with a bold ginger and spice base, featuring fried hard-boiled eggs in a tomato-spinach sauce. This nostalgic dish is…

Avgolemono (Greek Lemon Soup)

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About 4 cups; 2 to 3 servings For a more substantial soup, increase the stock or broth to 4 cups. Poach 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast in the broth…

Macleid’s Rockcastle Chili

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8 to 10 servings This deluxe chili was refined by noted camp chef Matthew T. MacLeid, Esq. on his countless sojourns in Kentucky’s Rockcastle River Gorge…

Cincinnati Chili Cockaigne

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6 servings There are hundreds of so-called original recipes for John Kiradjieff’s chili, which he served in Cincinnati’s first chili parlor, The Empress…

Billi-Bi (Cream Of Mussel Soup)

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A creamy French mussel soup made with white wine, shallots, and herbs, finished with cream and egg yolk for richness. Garnished with mussels and chives.

Braised Lamb Shoulder Or Neck Chops

1h 20m ready

Lamb shoulder or neck chops are braised with onions, garlic, white wine, and herbs until tender. The sauce is finished with optional Kalamata olives and…

Corn Tortillas

1h 20m ready

Sixteen 5-inch tortillas This dough dries out quickly; the unused portion should be kept wrapped or covered until ready to use; you may always readjust…

Lapin à la Moutarde (Rabbit With Mustard)

1h 20m ready

4 to 6 servings Serve this French bistro classic with a salad, plenty of crusty bread, and dry white wine.

Philly Cheese Steak

35m ready

4 sandwiches To make the meat easier to slice, place it in the freezer 30 minutes before slicing. For the authentic cheese-sauce experience (known as…

Creamy Polenta

40m ready

About 4 cups; 4 to 6 servings Long cooking yields the traditional, silky-smooth result. For quicker cooking, the night or morning before you wish to cook…

Israeli Couscous Pilaf

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A simple and flavorful pilaf made with Israeli couscous, shallot, and broth, perfect as a side dish.

Barley “Risotto” With Mushrooms

1h 20m ready

A creamy barley dish cooked risotto-style with mushrooms, white wine, and Parmesan. Serves 6 as a first course or 4 as a main.

Swedish Meatballs V2

1h 0m ready

Classic Swedish meatballs in a creamy gravy, seasoned with allspice and nutmeg. Serve with lingonberry jam for a traditional touch.

Apricot-Cherry Slump

50m ready

6 to 8 servings Slumps are cooked in a covered saucepan and served in bowls—like a hot, sweet soup or stew with buttery dumplings.

Creamed Mushrooms

25m ready

4 servings A very rich side dish or sauce, or an opulent first course when spooned over toast.

Traditional Chicken Curry

30m ready

A quick and flavorful chicken curry made with garam masala, ginger, and yogurt. Ready in 30 minutes, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner served over rice.

Creamed Corn

16m ready

A simple creamed corn side dish made with fresh corn pulp, butter, and cream, optionally enhanced with green onions and cheese.

Spätzle

30m ready

4 or 5 side-dish servings These German egg dumplings are often served alongside a goulash or stew and are particularly welcome next to Wienerschnitzel or…

Königsberger Klops (German Meatballs)

1h 0m ready

About twenty 2-inch meatballs Sometimes we all need to be coddled by a meal’s warm embrace. Think of it as caloric self-care. Smothered meatballs and…

Beef Broth

1h ready

A rich, homemade beef broth made from chuck, vegetables, and aromatics. Perfect as a base for soups and stews.

Cabbage With Potatoes And Ham

35m ready

4 servings For a sort of miniature New England Boiled Dinner, substitute 8 ounces cooked corned beef or pastrami for the ham.

Dumplings

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These are light and fluffy dumplings made with a simple batter of flour, baking powder, milk, and butter. They are dropped onto simmering stews or broths…

Marshmallow Sauce

30m ready

About 5 cups Wonderful on a hot fudge sundae or chocolate cake.

Simmered Lentils

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4 servings To serve as a salad, season the cooked lentils with a vinaigrette and garnish with chopped fresh herbs.

Almond Or Hazelnut Custard Filling

30m ready

A rich custard filling made with sour cream, sugar, and finely chopped toasted hazelnuts or almonds, thickened with egg and flavored with vanilla or…

Rhode Island Clam Chowder

1h 10m ready

About 8 cups; 4 to 5 servings If using larger, chowder-sized quahog clams, chop the meat finely.

Chicken Paprika

1h 5m ready

4 to 6 servings Serve this flavorful dish with small boiled potatoes or Spätzle.

Crain Family Chili

2h ready

A spiced Cincinnati-style chili with ground beef, chocolate, and cinnamon. Serve with oyster crackers and a York Peppermint Pattie for an authentic…

Beer Cheese Dip

20m ready

A rich and creamy beer cheese dip made with sharp Cheddar, cream cheese, and a hint of blue cheese, perfect for serving with dark rye bread cubes.

Lamb Curry With Tomato

1h 20m ready

4 servings This hot red curry has a rich, reduced tomato sauce perfect for serving over rice.

Spiced Ground Meat For Tacos

30m ready

4 servings The irresistible smell of chili powder–spiced ground beef and frying onions announces “Taco Night” for countless families. This crowd-pleasing…

Easy Corn Chowder

35m ready

A creamy corn chowder made with fresh and canned corn, potatoes, and onions. This easy, comforting soup is perfect for any season.

Classic Chicken Broth

4h ready

A rich and flavorful chicken broth made by simmering a whole chicken with vegetables and herbs. Perfect as a base for soups and stews.

Tapioca Pudding

45m ready

4 to 6 servings Using brown sugar adds a hint of caramel flavor.

Salmon Chowder

45m ready

A creamy chowder with salmon, leeks, and potatoes, flavored with vermouth and dill.

Stovetop Rice Pudding

50m ready

6 to 8 servings For a dairy-free rice pudding, substitute beverage-style coconut milk for the milk in this recipe.

Mulligatawny Soup

45m ready

About 6 cups; 4 servings A comforting, Anglo-Indian classic.

Popcorn

7m ready

About 8 cups Popped kernels of corn have been found in the remains of New Mexico settlements dating back three thousand years—a time-tested snack. The…

Chocolate Custard Sauce

20m ready

A rich and creamy chocolate custard sauce made with egg yolks, milk, and unsweetened chocolate. Perfect for drizzling over desserts or serving with fruit.

Vanilla Sauce

15m ready

About 1 ¼ cups Perfect drizzled on bread puddings or chocolate custards or soufflés.

Cock-A-Leekie

1h 5m ready

About 8 cups; 5 to 6 servings We modeled this after Tuppy Glossop’s recipe, foolishly passed over by Slingsby Soups.

Creamy Grits

1h 5m ready

About 3 cups; 4 servings For the Low Country classic Shrimp and Grits, see here. STOVETOP

Soft-Boiled Eggs

5m ready

Soft-boiled eggs cooked to perfection using either a boiling-water start or steaming method. Serve in an eggcup with toast soldiers or spooned into a bowl.

Mexican Orange & Almond Chicken

50m ready

A flavorful Mexican-inspired chicken dish with a creamy almond and orange sauce, served with tortilla chips.

Melted Leeks

40m ready

4 servings A delectable side dish that also makes a fine topping for pizza or crostini, or use as you would Caramelized Onions.

Fish Chowder

1h 5m ready

A hearty fish chowder made with firm fish fillets, potatoes, and cream, flavored with salt pork or bacon and fresh herbs.

Treva’s Chicken And Dumplings

2h ready

About 14 cups; 6 to 8 servings Based on Megan’s great-grandmother’s recipe. You can make this with store-bought chicken stock, a shredded rotisserie…

Cheese Fondue

25m ready

4 to 5 servings The cheese or combination of cheeses used must be natural, not processed. Kirsch is traditional, but another nonsweet alcohol, such as…

Picadillo

1h 5m ready

4 to 6 servings This dish is sometimes served as is, with bowls of garnishes such as grated cheese, shredded lettuce, guacamole, and chopped tomatoes on…

Paprika Schnitzel

40m ready

Veal cutlets are sautéed and served in a rich paprika-sour cream sauce with onions, finished with parsley and optional capers or anchovies. Traditionally…

Cream Of Spinach Soup

45m ready

About 7 cups; 4 to 5 servings Fresh spinach is best for this soup, but you can substitute three 10-ounce packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and…

Classic Brown Butter

6m ready

About ⅓ cup Make this quickly in the same skillet you cooked fish in and serve it over the fish, or make it separately to use as a sauce for green…

Chopped Fruit Filling (I)

25m ready

A sweet, thick fruit and nut filling made with evaporated milk, dates, figs, and toasted nuts, flavored with vanilla.

French Omelet (Rolled Or Folded)

10m ready

1 serving For French omelets, either rolled or folded, the eggs should be beaten only enough to thoroughly blend the whites and yolks, not enough to…

Citrus Custard Filling

20m ready

A smooth and tangy citrus custard filling made with orange and lemon juices, thickened with egg yolks and cornstarch. Perfect for pies, tarts, or pastries.

Gohan (Plain Japanese Rice)

35m ready

6 ½ cups This rice is the base for all sushi (vinegared rice) dishes.

Vanilla Taffy

1h 0m ready

A classic homemade taffy made with sugar, corn syrup, and butter, flavored with vanilla and optional oils. Pulled until firm and chewy, then cut into…

Ohio Farmhouse Sausage Chili

1h 0m ready

A hearty chili made with pork sausage, kidney beans, and a touch of maple syrup for sweetness. Simmered with tomatoes and spices for a comforting meal.

Lamb Saag (Curried Lamb And Greens)

2h ready

6 to 8 servings Use any combination of sturdy cooking greens as a substitute for the spinach and mustard: Amaranth, lamb’s quarters, collards, turnip…

Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

35m ready

A hearty chicken noodle soup with vegetables and egg noodles, simmered in chicken broth. Perfect for cold days or when feeling under the weather.

Chocolate Fudge

1h ready

About 1 ½ pounds; 64 pieces The batches of fudge our grandmothers made were lighter on the chocolate than this smooth and creamy recipe. Personally, we…

Wine And Sour Cherry Pan Sauce

20m ready

About ⅔ cup After pan-frying steak, venison steaks, or pork chops, transfer them to a platter and keep warm.

Mushroom Ragout

45m ready

4 servings Serve over pasta, polenta, rice, garlic-rubbed croutons, or in popovers. For more intense flavor, soak ½ ounce dried mushrooms, such as…

Big Boy Pulled-Pork Sandwiches

3h ready

A quick-cooking stovetop pulled pork that's almost as good as smoked. Simmered with a tangy sauce and served on buns with coleslaw, it's perfect for a…

Quick Pan Sauce Or Gravy

15m ready

About 1 cup This sauce is a simple accompaniment to roast chicken, turkey, or pork loin. Unlike the roux-based gravy above, this can be left unthickened…

Savory Or Sweet Crêpes

30m ready

About 12 crêpes Savory crêpes make an elegant brunch, lunch, or supper dish when rolled around a filling; see Filled Savory Crêpes. Sweet crêpes may be…

Beef Massaman Curry

1h ready

5 to 6 servings Fully cooked chunks of potato are sometimes added to this richly spiced Thai curry at the end, but we like to cook the potatoes in the…

Asopao De Pollo (Puerto Rican Chicken And Rice Soup)

1h 20m ready

About 9 cups; 5 servings Chicken soup may be our go-to when feeling ill, but this recipe is our favorite kind of comfort food: deeply savory chicken and…

Corned Beef

3h ready

8 to 10 servings The term “corned” refers to the kernel-sized crystals of salt once used to cure large cuts of beef brisket. In most supermarkets, corned…

Seasoned Tempeh Crumbles

22m ready

4 servings Tempeh crumbles make an excellent stand-in for ground meat. Here, they are seasoned like Italian sausage and could easily serve as the basis…

Creamed Chicken

35m ready

4 to 6 servings Poached and shredded poultry in a rich cream sauce (essentially just a very thick white sauce or béchamel) can be served over rice or…

Tomato Sauce

50m ready

About 3 cups Don’t bother peeling the tomatoes if you plan to put the sauce through a food mill. Furthermore, if you don’t mind a chunky tomato sauce…

Quesadillas

35m ready

Crispy quesadillas filled with melted cheese, green chiles, and green onions, served with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Guyanese Pepperpot

3h ready

6 to 8 servings This richly spiced dish is traditionally served on Christmas morning in Guyana. Cassareep is a thick, dark, heavily seasoned…

Coq Au Vin (Chicken Braised In Wine)

1h ready

4 servings When the old rooster, or coq, lost his crow, he would find himself the main ingredient in this classic French braise. It is commonly made with…

Sopa De Ajo (Garlic And Bread Soup) (I)

50m ready

About 4 cups; 2 to 4 servings This makes a perfect light supper or lunch for two.

Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

45m ready

About 1 ¾ cups Serve this deeply flavored sauce with roasted or grilled meats, chicken, fish, or pasta.

New England Clam Chowder (I)

50m ready

5 to 6 cups; 4 servings If using the larger, tougher chowder-sized quahog clams, chop the meat finely before adding.

Hearty Dumpling Soup

5m ready

A hearty soup featuring filled dumplings simmered in a flavorful broth, garnished with fresh vegetables and herbs.

Simple Syrup (Sugar Syrup)

10m ready

2 cups This can be made in different proportions, the most common being one part sugar to one part water. This recipe yields a richer simple syrup, which…

Palak Paneer (Curried Spinach With Fresh Cheese)

55m ready

4 servings Though this Indian classic is often made with spinach, the best renditions we have eaten use mustard greens instead, or in combination with…

Glazed Carrots

30m ready

Carrots are simmered in a buttery sugar glaze until tender, then finished with fresh herbs or grated cheese.

Becker Burgers

21m ready

4 servings These braised burgers are flavorful, juicy, and tender. Serve on top of whole wheat toast, with the pan juices poured over the burgers.

Minestrone

1h 15m ready

A hearty Italian vegetable soup with beans, pasta, and greens, simmered in broth with bacon and Parmesan rind for depth. Serves six as a main course.

Frijoles De LA Olla

1h 25m ready

8 servings Traditionally cooked in a clay pot, these beans will taste just as delicious cooked in whatever kind of pot you have available.

Chicken Dhansak

45m ready

A hearty chicken curry with red lentils, fragrant spices, and spinach. This dish stretches to feed a crowd, with a thick, flavorful sauce.

Country Steak Chili

2h ready

A hearty chili made with cubed sirloin steak, fire-roasted tomatoes, kidney beans, and corn, simmered for two hours until tender. Perfect for a comforting…

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

45m ready

A classic Greek lemon chicken soup with rice, thickened with an egg-lemon mixture. This comforting soup is both tangy and savory, perfect for any season.

Steamed Rice

50m ready

A basic stovetop method for steamed white rice. Rinse the rice, then cook with water in a covered pot until tender and fluffy.

Indian Spinach With Fried Paneer (Palak Paneer)

45m ready

A classic Indian vegetarian dish featuring creamy spinach curry with spiced fried paneer. Serve with naan or rice for a satisfying meal.

Red Braised Pork Belly

1h ready

A classic Chinese braised pork belly dish with a rich, caramelized sauce. The pork is simmered until tender with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and star anise…

Two-Ingredient Naan

30m ready

Quick and easy naan bread made with self-raising flour and Greek yogurt, flavored with nigella and cumin seeds. Perfect for serving with curry.

Ultimate French Toast

25m ready

Thick slices of bread are soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, sugars, and warm spices, then pan-fried until golden. A classic breakfast treat perfect…

Spanish-Style Mussels With Olives, Chorizo And Sherry

20m ready

A quick and flavorful Spanish-style mussel dish with chorizo, olives, and sherry. Ready in under 20 minutes, it's perfect for a simple yet impressive…

Mushroom Tikka Masala

40m ready

A vegetarian twist on the classic tikka masala, featuring mixed mushrooms simmered in a rich, spiced tomato and yogurt sauce. Serve with rice or bread to…

Butter Bean & Piquillo Pepper Korma

35m ready

A vegetarian korma made with butter beans and piquillo peppers, simmered in a spiced almond and crème fraîche sauce. The peppers add a sweet, fruity lift…

Cauliflower And Eggplant Masala

45m ready

A creamy, tomato-based masala with tender cauliflower and eggplant, flavored with garam masala and turmeric. Serve with naan for a comforting vegetarian…

Hearty Bean & Beef Chili

40m ready

A hearty chili made with ground beef, tomatoes, and cannellini beans, seasoned with cumin and chili powder. Quick and satisfying for a weeknight meal.

Gone Broke Goulash

40m ready

A budget-friendly, hearty goulash made with ground beef, flat noodles, and a simple tomato sauce. Perfect for stretching a dollar, this dish is easy to…

Valentine Wilde’s Chicken Fricassee

1h ready

A hearty American-style chicken fricassee with a rich, creamy sauce. Browned chicken is simmered with onions, leeks, mushrooms, and fresh herbs, then…

Easy Tailgate Chili

2h ready

A hearty chili made with ground beef and Italian sausage, simmered with tomatoes, beer, and spices. Serve with tortilla chips and your favorite toppings.

Lion’s Head Meatballs

1h 15m ready

Tender pork meatballs simmered in a savory broth with Chinese cabbage and cellophane noodles. A comforting, hearty dish that's soupy yet light.

Spinach Meatball Curry

50m ready

Spiced lamb meatballs simmered in a fragrant tomato and spinach curry sauce. A family-friendly dish that cleverly hides spinach.

Lemon Chicken With Marjoram And Artichokes

1h 10m ready

A flavorful chicken dish with artichokes, marjoram, and lemon, braised in white wine and sherry vinegar. Perfect for a hearty dinner.

Lentils

50m ready

A simple method for cooking green or brown lentils until tender. Lentils are quick to prepare and absorb flavors well, making them a versatile side dish…

Soul Food Style Lima Beans

1h ready

Creamy lima beans cooked with bacon and aromatics in chicken broth, served over rice. A soul food classic that's smoky and comforting.

Fudge

2h ready

A classic homemade fudge made with cocoa, sugar, and milk, cooked to the soft-ball stage and beaten until creamy.

Shrimp Etouffee

40m ready

A classic Cajun dish featuring shrimp in a rich, roux-based sauce with the holy trinity of vegetables, served over rice.

Chicken Korma

40m ready

A creamy, mildly spiced chicken curry made with crème fraîche for a lighter, tangier sauce. Serve with rice and fresh coriander.

Flat Bread

1h ready

A simple flat bread made with all-purpose flour and cornmeal, perfect for serving alongside meals or as a snack. The dough is kneaded and rested before…

Kidney Bean & Apricot Dopiaza

55m ready

A vegetarian Indian dopiaza featuring kidney beans and dried apricots in a spiced onion sauce, finished with crispy fried onions. Serve with naan and…

Black Dal

1h 0m ready

A rich and creamy black lentil dal simmered with tomatoes and aromatic spices. This nutritious dish is a comforting Indian classic, perfect served with…

Spicy Chicken And Harissa Ragout With Smoked Chorizo

55m ready

A spicy chicken ragout with harissa and smoked chorizo, simmered in a tomato-based sauce and finished with yogurt and cilantro. Serve over rice or…

Paprika Chicken

45m ready

A classic Hungarian dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy paprika sauce. This comforting recipe is perfect served over rice.

Chicken Curry

30m ready

A quick and flavorful chicken curry made with aromatic spices, ginger, and garlic, simmered in a creamy yogurt sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's…

Hamburger Soup

1h 0m ready

A hearty hamburger soup with ground beef, potatoes, carrots, bell pepper, and kidney beans in a tomato-beef broth. Inspired by Ree Drummond's recipe, this…

Mowgli Black Cardamom Rice

35m ready

A fragrant basmati rice dish infused with black cardamom and topped with fried cumin seeds. This simple yet aromatic side dish is a family recipe that…

All-Day Costillas (Ribs)

7h ready

Slow-cooked pork ribs are braised with beer, rum, and agave until tender, then seared and glazed for a sticky, flavorful finish. This Latin-inspired dish…

Go-To Greens

1h ready

A simple side dish of greens cooked with salt pork until tender. A splash of cider vinegar balances any bitterness.

Lemon Chicken Pasta

35m ready

A creamy lemon chicken pasta with a tangy sauce, perfect for a comforting family dinner. Tender chicken and spaghetti are coated in a rich crème fraîche…

Double-Beef Chili With Black Beans And Sweet Potatoes

3h ready

A hearty chili made with ground beef and brisket, black beans, and sweet potatoes. It's a meat-lover's dream with gentle heat and natural sweetness.

Jackfruit Jalfrezi

45m ready

A spicy, fruity vegan curry made with jackfruit and aromatic spices. This dairy-free jalfrezi is tongue-tinglingly hot but can be adjusted to taste.

Agra Ginger Chicken

1h 10m ready

A light and cleansing chicken curry from Agra, featuring fresh ginger and a delicate spice blend. Simmered with tomatoes and spinach, finished with lime…

Cambodian Ginger & Coconut Aubergines

1h 0m ready

Tender roasted aubergine chunks in a creamy coconut sauce with ginger and black pepper. A flavorful Cambodian dish with Thai and Chinese influences.

Chana Masala

20m ready

A quick and flavorful chickpea curry inspired by a chef in Delhi. Spiced with cumin, coriander, and garam masala, finished with fresh onion, cilantro, and…

Rotis

50m ready

Unleavened flatbreads made from wholemeal flour, salt, oil, and water. They are rolled thin and cooked on a hot tawa or pan, then finished over an open…

Date-Spiced Paneer

40m ready

Paneer fingers are pan-fried until golden, then simmered in a fragrant sauce made with dates, date molasses, and warm spices. Toasted almonds add crunch…

Smothered Chicken

1h 5m ready

Smothered chicken is a comforting Southern dish featuring chicken pieces coated in seasoned flour, pan-fried until golden, then simmered in a creamy gravy…

Wine-Braised Smoked Lamb Shanks

4h ready

Smoked lamb shanks are braised with red wine, vegetables, and herbs for a rich and elegant winter meal.

Wine-Braised Smoked Lamb Shanks

4h ready

Smoked lamb shanks are braised with red wine, vegetables, and herbs for a rich and elegant winter meal.

Cauliflower, Sugar Snap And Almond Curry

40m ready

A dry cauliflower curry with sugar snap peas and almonds, cooked without added water to concentrate flavors. Serve with rice or flatbreads.

Cheddar–monterey Jack Cheese Sauce With Broccoli

35m ready

A creamy cheese sauce made with cheddar and Monterey Jack, served over steamed broccoli. This simple side dish is perfect for any meal.

Yellow Dal With Beetroot Leaves

55m ready

A comforting yellow dal made with toor dal and beetroot leaves, tempered with cumin and chilli. This easy, family-friendly dish is gently spiced and can…

Aloo Ghobi

35m ready

Aloo Gobi is a classic Indian dish of cauliflower and potatoes cooked with cumin, turmeric, and coriander. It's a simple yet flavorful vegetarian curry…

Chicken Sausage And Goat Cheese Scramble

20m ready

A quick stovetop scramble with chicken sausage, goat cheese, and fresh tomato. Ready in about 15 minutes, perfect for a diner-style breakfast at home.

How Toseason A Wok

2h ready

Instructions for seasoning a new carbon steel wok to create a nonstick patina through multiple cycles of oiling and heating.

Chicken Gabriella

1h 0m ready

A special occasion chicken dish with figs and Armagnac. The chicken is seared, flambéed, then simmered in white wine with figs and garlic.

Past As Prologue (Vegetarian) Chili

30m ready

A hearty vegetarian chili made with soy chorizo and a secret ingredient: peanut butter. This flexible recipe is inspired by a high school cafeteria…

House Chicken Curry

1h 10m ready

A South Indian-style chicken curry with curry leaves and mustard seeds, simmered in a creamy coconut sauce. This recipe from the Mowgli restaurant chain…

Lamb Keema

1h 10m ready

A classic Indian minced lamb curry with chickpeas and peas, simmered in aromatic spices. This keema is quick to cook and full of flavor.

House Lamb Curry

1h ready

A rich lamb curry with aromatic spices, prunes, and chickpeas, simmered for deep flavor. Serve with rotis to mop up the sweet, savory juices.

Chocolate, Cardamom And Coffee Creams With Orange And Cinnamon Tuiles

5h ready

Rich chocolate creams infused with cardamom and coffee, served with crisp orange and cinnamon tuiles. A sophisticated dessert perfect for entertaining.

Oyster Mushroom Bhuna

45m ready

A rich and flavorful mushroom bhuna with oyster mushrooms and chickpeas in a spiced onion-tomato gravy. This vegetarian version of the classic Indian dish…

Green Mung Bean & Coconut Dal

1h 5m ready

A creamy and nutritious Indian dal made with green mung beans and coconut milk, flavored with ginger, garlic, and spices. This hearty, plant-based dish is…

Chicken Mole

52m ready

A quick and easy chicken mole made with Nutella for a rich, sweet-savory sauce. Simmered with onions, garlic, chili powder, and salsa, then served over…

Pork & Hominy Soup

30m ready

A quick and flavorful pork and hominy soup with cumin, coriander, and ancho chili. Ready in 30 minutes.

Pork-And-Ricotta Meatballs With Roasted Garden Tomato Sauce

1h ready

These pork-and-ricotta meatballs are simmered in a roasted garden tomato sauce that intensifies the flavor of fresh tomatoes. Serve over spaghetti or…

Cowboy Chili

1h ready

A hearty beef chili with pinto beans, bell peppers, and a blend of spices. Perfect for feeding a crowd after a long day of work. Serve with cornbread and…

Pork Spare Ribs And Kelp Soup

1h 15m ready

A comforting Korean soup featuring pork spare ribs and kelp in a savory ginger broth. Soybean sprouts add texture, while the ginger and kelp offer…

Seared Rib-Eye Steak: With Wilted Napa Cabbage

1h 0m ready

Juicy rib-eye steak cooked to medium-rare in a hot skillet, coated with a buttery garlic-ginger-hoisin sauce. Served with wilted Napa cabbage and carrots…

Central Carolina Vinegar Sauce

10m ready

This vinegar sauce has a perfect balance of sweet and sour. It's ideal for tossing with pulled pork or mixing into Brunswick stew.

Lowcountry Sea Island Red Peas

2h ready

Sea Island red peas are heirloom field peas with a nutty flavor, simmered with vegetables and spices until tender. Serve over rice or with fried chicken…

Monsoon Chicken And Mushroom Curry

45m ready

A fragrant chicken and mushroom curry inspired by monsoon season in India. Mushrooms are simmered with chicken in a spiced tomato sauce, served with rice…

Chicken Kofta Curry

45m ready

Chicken kofta curry features spiced chicken meatballs simmered in a rich, creamy coconut sauce. Serve with rice or flatbreads for a comforting meal.

Avgolemono (Greek Chicken And Rice Soup With Egg And Lemon)

50m ready

Avgolemono is a Greek chicken and rice soup with a velvety texture and bright lemon flavor. Tender poached chicken and rice are combined with a creamy…

Leek Soup With Bacon

45m ready

A creamy leek soup with crispy bacon, made with potatoes and chicken broth. This comforting soup is perfect for a cozy meal.

Herb Rice

25m ready

A simple herb-infused long grain rice side dish made with dried herbs and optional chicken or vegetable bouillon.

Swedish Meatballs

50m ready

Classic Swedish meatballs made with a blend of ground pork and beef, seasoned with nutmeg and allspice, and served in a rich beef gravy.

Macaroni And Cheese

25m ready

A creamy and cheesy stovetop macaroni and cheese made with sharp cheddar, evaporated milk, and a touch of hot sauce. Quick and comforting.

Chicken Milano

45m ready

Tender chicken and fettuccine are coated in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce made with garlic, cream, and chicken broth. This rich pasta dish is perfect…

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