Make Orange Chicken that’s cheaper, fresher, and more delicious than Chinese take-out. Believe it or not, all you need is sheet pan to make sticky, orange-glazed chicken and crisp green beans. If you can’t find French green beans, blanch regular green beans for 2 minutes, dry them, and proceed with the chili sauce. Don’t skip broiling […]
Avocado, lime and cilantro give this chicken and rice soup its Mexican flair. It makes about 8 servings and is great for when you’re having a crowd. Ingredients 2 whole chickens (3 1/2 pounds each) 4 carrots, halved crosswise 1 large yellow onion, halved 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 1/2 cups long-grain white […]
Despite their complete lack of meat, these “meat” balls taste just like the classic Italian ones. The texture is pleasant, the inside is moist and super tender, and the outside has a flavorful toasted feel from caramelizing in the oven. Ingredients 3 tablespoons half-and-half 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons finely chopped yellow onion […]
These vegetarian enchiladas are comforting and so, so easy. The Beyond meat adds a richness to the filling, while the sauce adds great warm spice and tang. For a gluten-free version of this recipe, use corn tortillas. Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 cup diced bell pepper (from 1 bell pepper) 3/4 cup diced yellow […]
What Makes It Great: The old-school deli-shop flavors of pumpernickel, pastrami, horseradish, and whole-grain mustard are irresistible–in a package much lighter than a full deli pileup. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced peeled English cucumber 1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided 3/8 teaspoon freshly […]
Say hello to next-level breakfast for dinner. Inspired by a traditional crispy, potato-studded Spanish tortilla, our quick-fix fluffy omelet is topped with potato chips for a touch of crunch. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 cup thinly vertically sliced onion 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, divided 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt […]
This speedy stir-fry, ready in just 20 minutes, achieves everything we love about Chinese takeout with just a few wholesome ingredients; no special equipment required. The trick is to get a good sear on the beef without cooking it all the way through, then adding it back into the mix after the vegetables become nicely […]
Steak, peas, and carrots are a familiar trio, and usually not very exciting. Here, each element is transformed: a smoky spice rub on seared flank steak, crispy snap peas brightened with rice vinegar, and a silky carrot mash. Chop the carrots to about 1/4-inch pieces so they cook through evenly, otherwise the mash may have […]
These fresh lettuce wraps are a cinch to throw together thanks to a smart use of leftovers. Serve them with whatever variety of lettuce leaf you prefer—romaine, iceberg, or green leaf. If you’re packing this to take to work, wait until you’re ready to eat before filling the leaves, so the lettuce stays crisp. Pair […]
When making a stir-fry, the actual cooking takes practically zero time, so make sure you have everything prepped before you start. Use two packages of precooked quinoa to get the amount needed for this recipe. Carolyn Williams, PhD, RD, is the author of the new cookbook, Meals That Heal: 100+ Everyday Anti-Inflammatory Recipes in 30 Minutes […]