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Rich in flavor - low in cost. Money saving chicken thighs replace the expensive traditional veal in this rendition of an Italian classic.

Smoky barbecue meatballs simmered in a sauce of ketchup, brown sugar, tomato paste, and liquid smoke. A crowd-pleasing party meatball that holds well in the slow cooker.

The garlic, ginger, ham, and tarragon stuffing was quite tasty. The cream sauce picked up all the yumminess from the pan, and just what we needed to go with the chicken.

Minty lamb burgers blend ground lamb with grated onion, garlic, and fresh mint, then grill hot and fast over coals. Mediterranean-style burger ready in 25 minutes.

Pork or veal schnitzel with a mushroom sauce topped with bacon. Perfect for Oktoberfest or any time you are hankering for German fare.

Make your own bulk Italian sausage at home with ground pork, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, and a bold garlic punch. Season it your way, skip the casings, and freeze in batches for pasta night, pizza, and more.

Pad Thai Tip: For even more flavor, I'll often make a double batch of the pad Thai sauce. Then, as I'm stir-frying the noodles, I'll add more sauce until I'm happy with the taste (I also add extra fish sauce). Any leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Very nice flavor and easy to make. I drizzled some of the marinade over the salmon during the covered cooking time and used it as a sauce. I might add some chopped fresh ginger to the marinade next time. Cooking time was perfect.

Beef Jardiniere is a comforting, one-pot dish featuring tender chunks of beef slow-cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce with sweet carrots and vibrant peas. This stove-top recipe is simple yet deeply satisfying, ideal for a cozy family meal served over egg noodles or rice.

I use crushed Ritz crackers instead of bread crumbs and add 2/3 cup of shredded sharp Cheddar. A simple gravy to go along with the meatloaf can also be made using another packet of soup mix, 2 Tbs. flour and 2 cups of cold water. Simmer until thickened.

This recipe was given to me by a former co-worker. It is much lighter and healthier than regular lasagna.

An easy rendition of a weekday ready pork chop dinner covered in a tangy cranberry and onion sauce.

An easy, inexpensive yet tasty one pot hearty meal that uses polish sausage, cabbage, apples seasoned with fennel seeds. Could easily be adapted for a slow cooker or crockpot.

A hearty and scrumptious tuna casserole made with green peas and cream of mushroom soup.

Simple baked fish with fresh dill, lime juice and garlic. Light and flaky white fish fillets ready in 50 minutes with minimal ingredients.

Asian-inspired pork burgers with soy sauce, dry sherry, and fresh ginger root. Grilled hot for juicy, savory patties that beat plain beef burgers any night.