I was craving something simple yet flavorful, and an Italian-style ragu immediately came to mind. In Italy, "ragu" refers to a rich, ground meat-based sauce traditionally served over pasta.

For a quick and easy twist, I decided to prepare this ragu using a whole pork chop, making the process even more convenient without sacrificing taste. To ...Read more

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, here's a quick and delightful recipe that you can whip up in under 10 minutes.

This shrimp salad is served in a bowl made from fresh, tender Bibb lettuce — small, round, and crisp, and part of the butterhead variety. I always keep frozen shrimp on hand for a quick meal, as they defrost in just a ...Read more

Here’s a one-pan enchilada dinner that’s an easy vegetarian dish and is ready, start-to-finish, in just 15 minutes. No rolling needed!

You can even shorten the preparation time by using fresh diced onions and green bell pepper available in the produce section of the market. Broken, toasted corn tortillas add a delightful crunch to the dish...Read more

Picadillo is a popular Latin dish made with ground meat, onions, green bell pepper, tomato sauce, capers, and raisins. The success of this dish lies in the blending of sweet and savory flavors.

I have captured the essence of its taste and texture in this 15-minute, no-fuss dinner using ground chicken as the main ingredient for a lighter result...Read more

With the holiday weekend approaching, I thought a simple lamb dish would be perfect. Or, really, for any time you’re looking for a special, quick dinner. Hot honey gives a sweet taste with a little kick that adds a zesty flavor to the lamb. Honey infused with some chilis has become a popular condiment for many savory dishes, pastries and even ...Read more

Here’s a simple way to make fish that is always juicy and flavorful. I cook the fish in a parcel, allowing it to steam with herbs and vegetables which flavor the fish. The parcels can be served directly at the table or opened in the kitchen and served onto individual plates.

I like to have everyone open their own parcel at the table, so they...Read more

Here’s an easy vegetarian dish filled with vibrant flavors, from a blend of curry powder, cumin, turmeric and ginger. To simplify the preparation, I use frozen okra which comes pre-sliced. You can add it to the skillet right from the freezer.

This is a quick and easy recipe that makes a delicious meal without sacrificing taste.

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Looking for a quick comforting soup? Here’s a warm and satisfying meal with minimal fuss!

It uses market-bought rotisserie chicken and is enhanced with the flavors of bottled marinara sauce, fresh basil and Parmesan cheese. The pasta is cooked right in the soup. So, there’s no extra pan to wash.

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Any type of pasta sauce can...Read more

When I was thinking about making a comforting meatloaf but wanted to make a quick dinner, I created a way to cut down on the baking time. I divided the meatloaf into two small loafs and placed them on a baking sheet. This allowed the hot air to circulate all around the meat for faster cooking. Instead of the usual breadcrumbs used to make ...Read more

Thinking of St. Patrick’s Day, here’s an Irish-inspired quick dinner to savor the flavors of the Emerald Isle.

Guinness adds a rich flavor to the dish. The meal tastes great the next day, so can be made ahead and rewarmed. Open a bag of washed, ready-to-eat salad to go with the stew.

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Any type of quick cooking steak such as...Read more

I was hungry for an Asian-inspired quick dinner and thought of this dish. Lo Mein, which when translated means mixed noodles, is a staple of Chinese cooking. It’s served at birthday dinners, because the noodles represent long life.

It takes a few minutes to prepare the ingredients, but only 5 minutes to stir-fry. Fresh snow peas and bean ...Read more

Here’s a warm and inviting, vegetarian winter stew.

It’s made with lentils and sweet potatoes. Lentils are a good source of protein and don’t need presoaking. Smoked paprika adds a smokey flavor. I like to keep this paprika on hand to give an added boost to vegetable, rice and pasta dishes. To speed up the cooking time, I started the ...Read more