Stuffing spinach into chicken is a genius idea when you don’t want to eat those plain green vegetables. Serve with tomatoes to finish off this delightfully healthy dish. Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 1 garlic clove, minced 6 cups fresh baby spinach leaves 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless […]
With a make-ahead dough and a simple sauce, this pizza is an option any night of the week. Just make the dough in the morning; then shape it an hour before you’re ready to eat. If homemade dough is not your thing, just buy the premade dough at Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods Market, and […]
Pine nuts and currants create the perfect tasty combination of flavor in this easy sauce that is drizzled over the chicken breasts. Serve with couscous so you can soak up more of the sauce. Ingredients 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground […]
This savory rack of lamb is coated with chives, fresh parsley and mint. It is simplified enough for a weeknight meal but can stil be used for special occasions. Ingredients 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1 (1 1/2-pound) rack of lamb (8 ribs), trimmed 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 […]
Cooking in parchment paper leaves you with food that is flavorful and tender. All you have to do is fill the pouch with your favorite fish—halibut, salmon, cod, or snapper—seasonal veggies, and seasonings, and twist the ends of the parchment. Presto! Dinner is served, and the kids—and adults—think it looks awesome. Ingredients 1/2 cup fresh […]
Allowing the steaks to come to room temperature for an hour before cooking is the secret to evenly cooked meat. Plus, it gives them time to marinate. Ingredients 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh rosemary 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 (4-ounce) beef tenderloin […]
Serve over egg noodles, as a sandwich, or simply on its own–this pot roast is perfection! Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 pounds boneless sirloin tip roast, trimmed and tied 2 1/2 cups thinly sliced onion 6 small carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks 3 garlic cloves, sliced 2 rosemary sprigs 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt […]
This dish gets a generous sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese, which becomes satisfyingly rich when stirred into the kale, artichoke hearts, and baked chicken. We found that smaller chicken breasts (about 5 ounces each) will cook more easily in the time frame. Trim larger breasts and use the remaining chicken for tomorrow’s soup or stir-fry. […]
Pork adds richness, but you can use all beef if you prefer. If you won’t be using the rest of the meatballs soon, freeze them in a ziplock bag for up to 2 months; thaw them overnight in the refrigerator or in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes. Serve this dish with mashed potatoes […]
Simplicity meets comfort in this baked chicken parmesan recipe. This healthy weeknight dinner comes together on one handy sheet pan, meaning less cleanup for you. By using aluminum foil to “wall” off certain ingredients, you can perfectly cook the tomatoes and the chicken without dirtying multiple pots and pans. For a low-calorie and low-carb version, swap linguine pasta for […]