One-skillet dinners like this one make weeknight cooking a breeze—and since it comes together in 30 minutes, you spend less time cooking and more enjoying the meal. Starting the chicken in a cold skillet renders flavorful fat that crisps up the chicken and potatoes to golden perfection. Use a cast-iron skillet; its even heat distribution […]
Earthy, fragrant spices like allspice, cloves, and cinnamon make wonderful accents for the natural sweetness of butternut squash. Make sure to simmer the squash until very tender–the softer it gets, the silkier the puree. Ingredients 4 pounds whole butternut squash 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 7 cups water 1/2 teaspoon whole allspice 1/2 teaspoon […]
Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets 3/4 cup chopped bottled roasted red bell peppers (about 4 ounces) 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1/2 cup coarsely chopped green olives (about 2 ounces) 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 large celery rib, sliced crosswise 2 […]
Sesame oil and crushed red pepper add just the right amount of zing to each serving of Chicken Noodle Bowl. Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked linguine 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided 2 skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger, divided 2 tablespoons minced garlic, divided 1/4 teaspoon crushed red […]
Ingredients Cooking spray 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided 1 1/2 pounds boneless chuck roast, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic 2 teaspoons diced jalapeño pepper 2/3 cup dry red wine 1 1/2 […]
Broth, thickened with flour and enriched with crème fraîche, forms the savory sauce in this dish. We like the earthy heartiness of kale, which helps balance the sweetness from the squash. You could also use Swiss chard, or for a more peppery bite, try substituting mustard greens. Ingredients 5 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled butternut squash […]
Ingredients 1 medium poblano chile 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 1 (16-ounce) package frozen corn kernels, thawed 1 cup half-and-half, divided 1 (8-ounce) russet potato, peeled and chopped 2 cups water 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup 2% reduced-fat milk 1 […]
The combo of Cajun seasoning and ground red pepper really packs a punch of heat in this dish, but the creamy sauce takes the edge off. Decrease the ground red pepper or simply omit it for a milder version of the dish. Serve with sliced French bread. Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked linguine 2 tablespoons butter […]
Pesto is a great big-batch sauce for using up a mix of herbs and greens, but it tends to go army-green if made ahead. We quickly blanch spinach and basil to preserve the color without diluting flavor, then bump up the green with fresh parsley. A little chopped tomato adds moisture and mild acidity. Be […]
Cut calories and sodium by making this takeout favorite at home. This recipe delivers authentic flavor in less than 30 minutes. Ingredients 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil 1 cup chopped onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 3/4 cup water 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons […]