Evergreen

Some recipes don’t belong to a season — they’re the dependable ones you come back to again and again. The Evergreen collection is built around simple, reliable meals and foundational recipes that work any time of year, whether you’re cooking on a busy weeknight or just looking for something familiar and satisfying.

From everyday pastas and easy dinners to cooking basics and versatile dishes, these recipes focus on straightforward techniques and ingredients you can find any time. They’re the kind of meals that fit into real life — steady, approachable, and always worth making.

If you’re building a rotation of go-to recipes you can rely on year-round, this is where to start.

15-Minute Ground Turkey Veggie Stir-Fry

15-Minute Ground Turkey Veggie Stir-Fry

A fast and healthy ground turkey stir-fry with garlic, ginger, and crisp vegetables. High protein, flavorful, and ready in just 15 minutes.

Smooth Restaurant-Style Salsa You Can Make at Home

Smooth Restaurant-Style Salsa You Can Make at Home

This restaurant-style homemade salsa is bright, savory, and slightly smoky. Blended fresh ingredients and a short simmer create bold flavor that’s perfect for chips, tacos, and weeknight meals.

30-Minute Korean Ground Beef and Broccoli

30-Minute Korean Ground Beef and Broccoli

This 30-minute Korean ground beef and broccoli is a fast, savory skillet dinner with garlic, soy, sesame, and tender broccoli. Easy, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights.

Classic Sloppy Joes, Done Right

Classic Sloppy Joes, Done Right

A simple, nostalgic sloppy joe recipe made with ground beef, onion, bell pepper, ketchup, and mustard. Comfort food done right and ready in 40 minutes.

Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers (Weeknight Easy)

Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers (Weeknight Easy)

Easy weeknight stuffed peppers filled with seasoned beef or turkey, rice, tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella. A classic comfort dinner that’s simple to prep and perfect for leftovers.

Make-Ahead Ham and Cheese Brunch Casserole

Make-Ahead Ham and Cheese Brunch Casserole

This easy ham and cheese breakfast casserole is a simple, make-ahead egg bake with cheddar, onion, and green pepper. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or weekly meal prep.

Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Bowls (High-Protein & Weeknight Easy)

Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Bowls (High-Protein & Weeknight Easy)

This Instant Pot salsa chicken is a 30-minute, high-protein dinner made with just a few ingredients. Tender shredded chicken, fresh spinach, and cauliflower rice make it light, satisfying, and perfect for busy nights.

Garden Veggie Cream Cheese Spread

Garden Veggie Cream Cheese Spread

This fresh vegetable cream cheese spread is creamy, savory, and packed with finely chopped vegetables. Perfect for bagels, toast, crackers, or snack boards.

Golden Baked Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

Golden Baked Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

Rich, creamy mashed potatoes baked with cheddar, topped with toasted panko, crispy bacon, and fresh chives. A comforting, crowd-pleasing side dish.

Baked Ziti with Tomatoes and Mozzarella

Baked Ziti with Tomatoes and Mozzarella

Some dishes don’t need reinventing. They just need to be done well. Baked ziti is one of those meals. A simple tomato sauce, pasta cooked just shy of al dente, and enough mozzarella to bind it all together into something warm and deeply satisfying. The…

Easy Coconut Chicken Curry (One-Pan, 30 Minutes)

Easy Coconut Chicken Curry (One-Pan, 30 Minutes)

This creamy coconut chicken curry is a rich, flavorful one-pan meal made with garlic, ginger, curry paste, and coconut milk. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.

How to Dry Mushrooms Using a Dehydrator

How to Dry Mushrooms Using a Dehydrator

Drying mushrooms with a dehydrator is a simple, reliable way to preserve flavor and extend their shelf life. This step-by-step guide walks through prep, drying, storage, and everyday uses.

10 Cooking Techniques Everyone Needs to Know

10 Cooking Techniques Everyone Needs to Know

10 Basic Cooking Techniques Everyone Needs to Know This guide is part of Cooking 101, where I break down the fundamentals of everyday cooking. Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to be good. Most home meals — the ones you actually make week after week…

Classic Shepherd’s Pie (with Turkey)

Classic Shepherd’s Pie (with Turkey)

A lighter take on classic shepherd’s pie made with ground turkey, vegetables, and herbs, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until golden and comforting.

Israeli Hummus

Israeli Hummus

A smooth, tahini-rich Israeli hummus inspired by classic Tel Aviv hummus shops. Creamy, balanced, and best enjoyed fresh with olive oil and warm pita.

Weeknight Chicken Filet Sandwich

Weeknight Chicken Filet Sandwich

A quick and satisfying chicken filet sandwich made with juicy, pickle-marinated chicken and a crisp pan-fried coating. An easy weeknight meal that feels comforting without the deep fryer.

Meat Chopper Review

Meat Chopper Review

This meat chopper is one of those simple kitchen tools that quietly earns its place in the drawer. It breaks up ground meat quickly, protects nonstick pans, and makes everyday cooking easier without adding clutter.

Growing Chestnut Mushrooms at Home

Growing Chestnut Mushrooms at Home

Easier than I ever expected I’ll admit it: growing mushrooms at home sounded way more complicated than it actually is. When I picked up a Boomr Bin from North Spore (not sponsored), I half-expected a fussy science project. What I got instead was one of…