Mains

The heart of the table. These main dish recipes focus on bold flavor, practical cooking, and meals that feel satisfying without being fussy.

Weeknight Puttanesca, Done Simply

Weeknight Puttanesca, Done Simply

This pasta puttanesca is fast, briny, and unapologetically bold. Made with anchovies, olives, capers, and tomatoes, it’s a pantry-friendly dinner that delivers big flavor in under 30 minutes.

Crispy Oven-Baked Buffalo Wings at Home

Crispy Oven-Baked Buffalo Wings at Home

This recipe uses baking — covered in Cooking 101. Buffalo wings are one of those foods people assume require a fryer—or a sports bar. The truth is, with the right technique, you can get deeply crispy wings at home using just an oven or air…

Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut, Pennsylvania Dutch–Style

Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut, Pennsylvania Dutch–Style

A traditional pork and sauerkraut recipe made easy in the slow cooker. Tender pork, tangy kraut, and simple seasonings come together for a cozy, old-fashioned dinner.

Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken with Fresh Herb Sauce

Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken with Fresh Herb Sauce

Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken with Fresh Herb Sauce Grilled chicken doesn’t have to be boring, and this recipe is proof of that. A simple lemon-and-fennel marinade keeps the chicken juicy, while a fresh basil dressing brings brightness and depth without weighing anything down. It’s the…

Healthy Korean Beef with Veggies

Healthy Korean Beef with Veggies

This quick Korean beef skillet delivers bold, savory-sweet flavor in just 20 minutes. Made with lean ground beef, ginger, garlic, and crisp vegetables, it’s a healthy, weeknight-friendly dinner that doesn’t sacrifice taste.

High-Fiber Mediterranean Veggie Wrap (Quick & Healthy)

High-Fiber Mediterranean Veggie Wrap (Quick & Healthy)

A fresh, filling Mediterranean veggie wrap made with hummus, brown rice, black beans, and crisp vegetables. Simple to prepare, high in fiber, and perfect for a quick, healthy meal.

Comforting Chicken & Rice Soup (No Mushy Rice)

Comforting Chicken & Rice Soup (No Mushy Rice)

This chicken and rice soup gets everything right—rich broth, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked rice added at the end so it never turns mushy. Simple, comforting, and full of flavor, it’s a bowl you’ll want on repeat.

Classic Meatloaf for Two (Small-Batch Comfort Food)

Classic Meatloaf for Two (Small-Batch Comfort Food)

A classic, small-batch meatloaf made just for two—tender, flavorful, and topped with a tangy ketchup glaze. Comfort food that comes together easily and hits all the right notes.

Peri Peri Chicken Sandwich with Dill Cucumber Slaw

Peri Peri Chicken Sandwich with Dill Cucumber Slaw

Crispy peri peri chicken meets cool cucumber, dill, and jalapeños in this bold, easy sandwich. Spicy, crunchy, and perfect for a weeknight upgrade.

Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter over Creamy Pea Risotto

Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter over Creamy Pea Risotto

An elegant Valentine’s Day dinner: golden seared scallops with garlic butter served over creamy pea risotto—romantic, comforting, and surprisingly easy to make at home.

Christian’s World-Famous Chili

Christian’s World-Famous Chili

A rich, slow-simmered chili made with beef, sausage, bacon, beans, and bold spices—comforting, crowd-pleasing, and even better the next day.

One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta

One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta

This one-pan orecchiette pasta is a simple, satisfying skillet meal with Italian sausage, arugula, and parmesan—perfect for busy weeknights.