3 chicken breast chopped up into squares, one green pepper, one white onion, 3 tbl. of butter
Tangy pico de gallo with a tropical twist, ripe Roma tomatoes, white onion, jalapeno, and cilantro brightened with sweet mango and creamy avocado. A fresh, no-cook salsa that doubles as a condiment.
Hearty vegetarian red bean stew simmered with fire-roasted green chilis, parsnips, carrots, zucchini, and summer squash. Top with salsa and cheddar for a Southwestern bowl.
Deep-fried whole red snapper with a crispy flour coating, smothered in homemade sweet and sour sauce with pineapple, bell pepper, and onion. A showstopping Chinese-style centerpiece.
Australian outback chili made with kangaroo meat, emu ham, and bacon simmered in beer with Tasmanian chilies. A wild game chili unlike anything you've tasted before.
An East Indian twist on Chinese fried rice, perfect for using up any leftover meat or just go with the veggies.
This steak is very tasty, the beef should be very fresh, then can get very nice steak!
Restaurant-style French onion soup with a dual broth of chicken and beef, topped with crusty French bread and broiled Swiss and Parmesan cheese. Freezes for up to 6 months.
New Mexico chiles are not overly spicy. The flavor will depend on which chiles you use. You can find dried New Mexico chiles in the Mexican section of some supermarkets or in Latin supermarkets.
Traditional Sonoran white menudo with tender tripe, calf's foot, and flowered hominy in a rich broth served with lime, cilantro, and chile toppings.
Lamb, chickpea, and vegetable couscous is a Moroccan-style braise of cubed lamb shoulder simmered with carrots, turnips, zucchini, and peppers in a cinnamon-spiced tomato broth over fluffy couscous.
Five-alarm salsa made with tomato purée, green chilies, onion, garlic, and lime, then water-bath canned for shelf-stable pantry heat. Five ingredients, two pints, serious kick.
El Charro Barbacoa, shredded slow-simmered beef brisket (or eye of round) layered with roasted green chile, chile colorado salsa, green olives, tomatoes and jalapenos. Tucson-style barbacoa with bright, complex heat.
Cheesy pasta salad tossed with olive oil and shredded cheddar while the noodles are still hot, so the cheese melts and clings. Studded with fresh tomato and onion, and just as good hot or chilled. No mayo.
Pureed Mexican lentil soup with green chili salsa, ham, garlic, and cornmeal for body. A thick, smoky bowl topped with sour cream and cilantro that's loaded with protein and fiber.
Turkish lamb stew (Kuzu Tas Kebabi) with leg of lamb, three colors of bell pepper, tomatoes, and potatoes. Slow-simmered for two hours until the lamb falls apart.
Jumbo shrimp marinated overnight in wine, lemon, and garlic, breaded and broiled until golden for an elegant make-ahead appetizer or main dish.
This is a really rich, flavorful stew and goes GREAT with the stuffed onions and some french bread
Country Cork Irish stew with lamb rib chops, cabbage, leeks, potatoes, and peas simmered with a bouquet garni of thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. A hearty one-pot supper from County Cork.
Red Snapper Veracruzana(Huachinango a la Veracruzana) recipe
Vegetable and rice stuffed pumpkin: a whole pumpkin roasted as an edible bowl, packed with basmati rice, chestnuts, apples, apricots, and vegetables. A stunning vegetarian Thanksgiving centerpiece.
Chilled tomato salsa over hot angel hair pasta with red and yellow peppers, basil, garlic, and a hit of romano. Italian summer technique that needs zero cooking for the sauce. Ready in 20 minutes.
Spicy black bean soup built on sautéed onion, garlic, and jalapeño with cumin and chili powder. A 35-minute one-pot vegetarian weeknight dinner, finished with lime and cilantro for a bright Tex-Mex kick.
Pureed asparagus soup with a homemade asparagus stock, leeks, shallots, white miso, and blended tofu for creaminess. A dairy-free, vegan soup that uses every part of the asparagus for maximum flavor.
Cream cheese and sour cream dip with fennel seeds, minced white onion, and paprika. A no-cook, make-ahead party dip with a subtle licorice twist.
Santa Fe spicy baked black beans with chipotle puree, ancho chiles, molasses, and two vinegars in a smoky-sweet sauce. Baked for an hour until thick and saucy. Serve in warm corn tortillas.
Garlic butter asparagus and onions cooked in one skillet: steamed crisp-tender, then browned in butter with sliced garlic. A fast vegetable side that goes with almost anything.
Classic boeuf bourguignon, beef slowly braised in red wine until fork-tender, with smoky bacon, sweet little onions, and buttery mushrooms. The deeply savory French beef stew worth the slow oven time.
A nice simple cabbage soup from the kitchen of Heather Zink.
Greek rabbit stifado braises marinated rabbit with whole pearl onions, tomato, wine, vinegar, and warm spices. A rustic Peloponnese classic with deep, sweet-tart sauce.
Crock Pot Coq Au Vin - Chicken Braised in Wine recipe
Authentic Mexican refried beans cooked with caramelized onions and garlic, mashed to a creamy puree and topped with crumbled queso fresco. A 30-minute side dish that belongs next to every taco night.
Nachos is definitely one popular Mexican food, and it's a perfect appetizer for party, make this luxury nachos to start celebrating Cinco de Mayo.
Grilled red snapper fillets over a warm avocado-tomatillo salsa. Oregano-rubbed fish meets a blender sauce built on simmered tomatillos, jalapeños, garlic, and buttery avocado. Weeknight-friendly Mexican grill.
Sweet and sour pork stir fry with pineapple, cucumber, tomato, and red pepper in a fish sauce and vinegar glaze, finished with a light cornstarch coating. A 30-minute wok dinner.
Tomato and fresh mozzarella appetizer skewers, threaded with spinach and onion and marinated in garlicky balsamic. A bite-size, no-cook caprese-style party snack you can assemble in minutes.
Grilled chicken and avocado fans topped with fresh strawberry serrano salsa and crispy fried corn tortilla strips. A bright, colorful Mexican-inspired plated dish.
Cocktail crab dip blends flaked crab meat with cream cheese, ketchup, horseradish, and hot sauce for a creamy, tangy party dip. No cooking, ready in 15 minutes.
Mango habanero hot sauce with eight ripe mangos, champagne vinegar, and carrots simmered into a smooth, fruity heat. Works with orange or green habaneros.
Slow-braised shredded beef in red and green chile sauces with tomatillos, green chiles, and cumin. A New Mexican-style chile stew served with avocado and white cheese.
Beef Burgundy cooked entirely in a wok with red wine, pearl onions, mushrooms, and thyme. A clever one-vessel take on the French classic that braises to fork-tender in 90 minutes.
Sangre Del Diablo Chili(Blood of the Devil) recipe
Vortex firehouse chili, a bold beef and black bean chili spiked with amber ale and smoky pureed chipotle peppers. Deeply spiced restaurant-style chili with cumin, coriander, and fresh cilantro.
Vegetarian haluski, the Polish comfort dish of buttery fried cabbage and onions tossed with wide egg noodles. Five ingredients, deeply savory, and on the table in about 30 minutes.
Giardiniera, the classic Italian pickled vegetable jar packed with carrots, celery, bell peppers, cauliflower, and pearl onions in a sweet-spiced vinegar brine. Sandwich topper, antipasto staple, condiment for everything.
Classic French rabbit stew (lapin sautté): disjointed rabbit browned in butter, simmered in white wine and broth, then finished with bacon, pearl onions, and mushrooms.
Egg foo yung with bean sprouts and onions fried into golden patties, topped with a savory oyster sauce and chicken broth gravy. A Chinese-American classic made in a wok or heavy skillet.