Beef Udon: A comforting Japanese noodle soup with chewy udon, savory dashi broth, and sweet-salty stir-fried beef.
Serves 2Prep 10 minCook 15 minJustonecookbook
Ground Beef Tacos: Quick skillet taco meat made with ground beef, onion, taco seasoning, and optional tomatoes and vinegar, served with tortillas and classic toppings.
Serves 4Alexandra Stafford
Braised Short Ribs: Bone-in short ribs are seared, then slow-braised in red wine and beef broth with aromatics until fall-off-the-bone tender.
Naan: Soft, lightly chewy yeasted naan cooked on a hot cast iron pan or griddle and finished with melted ghee or butter.
Makes 8Prep 30 minCook 15 minKing Arthur Flour
Classic Italian Panettone: A traditional two-dough Italian panettone with honey-citrus-vanilla flavouring and mixed dried/candied fruit, baked until tall and airy.
Cook 50 minMulino Padano
Brioche Buns: Rich, tender, pillow-like brioche buns perfect for burgers, made with eggs, butter, and an overnight chill for easy shaping.
Makes 6 bunsPrep 15 minCook 18 minKing Arthur Flour
Nanaimo Bar Recipe: Classic no-bake Nanaimo bars with a chocolate-coconut-crumb base, a vanilla custard buttercream center, and a glossy chocolate top.
City of Nanaimo
Brownies: Fudgy, cocoa-rich brownies made in one saucepan and baked until just set for a moist, tender crumb.
Makes 12 squaresPrep 15 minCook 30 minNew York Times
Rice Krispie Squares: Delicious rice krispie treats with extra butter and marshmallow for a rich flavor.
Makes 20 squaresPrep 10 minCook 5 minSally's Baking Addiction
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio: A classic Italian pasta tossed in garlic-infused olive oil, red pepper flakes, parsley, and starchy pasta water for a silky emulsified sauce.
Insalata Classica di Viareggio: A Tuscan beach club-style main salad with mixed greens, sweet corn, tuna, mozzarella, and a simple olive oil–balsamic dressing.
Serves 1Prep 12 min
Thai Crunch Quinoa Salad: A crunchy, colorful quinoa salad tossed in a creamy sesame-peanut dressing with bright lime and ginger.
Makes 7 cupsCook 27 minEvery Salad Ever by Greta Podleski
Greek Penne Pasta Salad: A fresh, filling Greek-inspired penne pasta salad with feta, olives, crisp vegetables, and a tangy honey-lemon dressing.
Yamitsuki Cabbage: Crisp green cabbage tossed with sesame oil, garlic, sesame seeds, salt, and umami seasoning for an addictive izakaya-style side.
Serves 4Prep 5 min
Traditional Moroccan Couscous: Quick Moroccan couscous rehydrated in flavorful stock and finished with olive oil (or butter) for light, fluffy grains.
Serves 4Prep 10 minCook 10 minRouxbe
Simple Braised French Lentils: Nourishing, comforting braised French green lentils simmered with aromatics, herbs, and a splash of wine for a versatile healthy side.