Hearty pinto bean and ham soup simmered low and slow with a bold herb blend of cumin, oregano, rosemary, and chili powder. A splash of sherry at the end adds warmth and depth. Pure comfort in a bowl.
Sicilian-style caponata with tender eggplant, olives, capers, and tomatoes in a tangy vinegar sauce. Make it ahead and serve cold as a rustic Italian appetizer.
Low-fat Scandinavian salmon souffle with canned salmon, dill, lemon juice, and whole wheat bread baked in a custard of egg and evaporated skim milk. A light, single-serving lunch.
This is an elegant looking, although time consuming dish. You'll need an equal amount, (by weight), of the three vegetables, after trimming. Figure on four to six ounces per person.
A from-scratch black bean soup: dried beans simmered with smoky ham hocks, then a cumin-scented sofrito of peppers and onions, tomatoes, and a bright splash of red wine vinegar. Deep, hearty, and soulful.
A healthy alternative to gumbo that's delicious and tantalizing down to the last bit!
Bone-in chicken poached with leeks and celery in a silky egg yolk-and-cream enriched broth with lemon. A refined French-style braised chicken that's pure elegance in a soup plate.
What a great idea to use leftover chicken pieces to make a wonderful stock, then use it to make such a delicious and wholesome tortilla soup. The flavour was just amazing, and delivered loads of great flavour.
Quick black bean and salmon appetizer with cumin, lime, and a kick of red pepper, scooped up with crispy baked corn tortilla chips. Diabetic-friendly and ready in 30 minutes.
Tri-color rotini tossed in a creamy Dijon vinaigrette with crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, celery, and scallions. A make-ahead pasta salad for potlucks, picnics, and summer cookouts.
Classic French veal stew with shoulder cubes browned in butter, braised in white wine and broth with a bouquet garni. Fork-tender and rich, served over rice, polenta, or potatoes.
Crisp apple salad with crunchy celery, mild cheddar cubes, and a tangy lemon-mayo dressing. Toss everything together and serve on lettuce for a refreshing side or light lunch.
Classic French chicken with 40 cloves of garlic, slow-baked in vermouth with herbs and aromatics. Garlic turns mellow and spreadable on toast.
Liz and Tom's crab boil: hard-shell crabs steamed over a citrus-and-spice broth with potatoes, corn on the cob, bay, and galangal. A summer seafood feast built for a crowd.
Creamy stovetop tuna with sauteed mushrooms and celery in a homemade white sauce. Diabetic-friendly comfort food from two cans of tuna and a handful of pantry basics in 45 minutes.
Classic deep-fried buffalo wings tossed in Tabasco butter sauce with a chunky homemade blue cheese dressing. Crispy, spicy, tangy, and ready in 40 minutes.
Raisin walnut stuffing for turkey: plump raisins, toasted walnuts and sage-scented bread cubes bound with butter and chicken broth. Sweet-savory Thanksgiving classic, makes 10 cups.
Indian-spiced braised cauliflower, potatoes, and mushrooms with cumin, curry, and jalapeno, rolled in cheesy flour tortillas with tomatoes and sour cream. Sabzi meets burritos.
King Ranch Casserole layers shredded chicken, flour tortillas, Ro-Tel tomatoes, and sharp cheddar under a creamy soup blanket. A Texas potluck classic built for hungry crowds and zero fuss.
Beef chuck stew braised with tequila, bacon, chickpeas, tomatoes, and fresh cilantro. A Southwestern-style one-pot stew with smoky depth and a tequila kick.
Julienned smoked turkey and nutty Jarlsberg cheese tossed with seedless grapes, celery and a sherry-spiked mayonnaise, finished with briny green peppercorns. A refined no-cook main course salad.
Creole shrimp stew with a peanut-brown roux, the holy trinity of celery, onion, and bell pepper, and tender shrimp simmered just until pink. Served over hot rice.
Retro stuffed hamburger patties cradling a savory bread-and-onion filling, baked in creamy mushroom gravy. A nostalgic mid-century beef casserole that turns ground beef into Sunday-supper comfort.
Minestrone Parmesan: Italian vegetable and pasta soup loaded with smoked ham, chickpeas, spinach, and garden vegetables in a rich beef broth. Finished with grated Parmesan.
A traditional Welsh prawn gratin with tender cauliflower, creamy bechamel, and crumbled Caerphilly cheese, grilled golden and served with piped creamed potatoes. Elegant comfort food.
Rice and broccoli casserole with cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soup, processed cheese, and sauteed onion. A classic make-ahead comfort food side dish.
Orange Waldorf salad with fresh apples, toasted pecans, celery, and a light cinnamon-yogurt dressing. A no-cook, low-calorie twist on the classic that comes together in 10 minutes.
Old-school cold redfish mold with boiled red snapper, bell pepper, celery, and a mustard-lemon kick, set in its own fish stock. A Gulf Coast classic served chilled with mayo and crackers.
One-pot meatball stew with browned meatballs, carrots, celery, potatoes, and tomato in a savory beef broth. Cozy old-fashioned dinner that comes together in an hour.
Silky cucumber soup brightened with lemongrass, spinach, and cilantro. Serve it warm or chilled for a light, fragrant starter that comes together in 40 minutes.
Silky black bean soup with bacon, honey, and aromatics blended and strained smooth. Serve with cool sour cream and bright mango salsa for a stunning contrast of flavors.
Classic Southern she crab soup with crab roe, claw meat, sherry, cream, and egg yolks in a rich fish and chicken stock base. Charleston's most iconic seafood soup, silky and luxurious.
Hearty from-scratch black bean soup simmered with carrots, celery, and bright lemon zest, then pureed velvety smooth. A soul-warming bowl that feeds a crowd!
Great northern bean soup with smoked ham, minced celery, carrots, onions and tomato in a savory chicken broth. Thickened with cornstarch for body. A cold-weather Sunday supper classic.
Macaroni alla Quintiere with a three-cheese sauce of Gorgonzola, Parmesan, and Romano melted with sauteed vegetables, white wine, and chicken broth. Italian mac and cheese with real depth.
Vegetarian bean and brown rice burgers with sunflower seeds, cheddar cheese, and whole wheat flour, pan-fried until golden. A hearty, protein-packed veggie burger with real texture and savory flavor.
A from-scratch vegetable bean soup simmered for hours with dried kidney beans, chunky potatoes, carrots, zucchini, leeks, savoy cabbage, and brown rice. Old-fashioned, freezer-friendly, and endlessly customizable. One big pot feeds 8.
Simple potato vegetable stew with cabbage, kale, carrots, and celery in a lightly seasoned broth. A vegan, fat-free comfort stew that comes together with pantry staples.
Hearty white bean and lamb shank soup simmered low and slow with sage, garlic, and a bright squeeze of lemon. Freezer-friendly and feeds a crowd.
Classic beef meat pie with sirloin tip browned and simmered in red wine and stock with turnip, carrots, peas, and sage in a double-crust pastry. British pub comfort, homemade.
A Texas-style chili with stewing beef, ham rind, dried pinto beans, and red wine simmered low for hours with cumin, cayenne, and oregano. No tomatoes, all meat, pure grit.
Golden noodle soup simmered with diced potatoes, carrots, and celery in a rich homemade broth. Whole wheat noodles and fresh parsley finish this hearty, warming bowl.
Creamy egg salad with bacon and celery served inside homemade cream puffs. A show-stopping lunch or brunch that upgrades classic egg salad into something truly special.
Pounded chicken breasts marinated in hot sauce and butter, stuffed with crumbled blue cheese, then baked and broiled golden. All the bold buffalo wing flavor in an elegant roll-up.
Pasta e fagioli with pinto beans, pork chops, elbow macaroni, and tomatoes in beef broth. Half the beans get pureed to thicken the broth into a hearty Italian soup.
Hearty Italian lentil sausage soup with marjoram, crushed tomatoes, and the holy trinity of carrot, celery, and onion. Pantry-friendly weeknight comfort, ready in an hour.
Green bell peppers stuffed with a tangy cabbage, onion, and chili filling, pickled in spiced cider vinegar. Old-fashioned canning at its crunchy, fiery best.
A Southern-style spinach casserole with chopped oysters, cornbread dressing, Worcestershire, and hot sauce, baked under a blanket of melted cheddar. This bayou-inspired dish brings Gulf Coast flavor to your supper table.