Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings (as a side) or 2–3 servings (as a main) Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 lb / 900 g), cut into 1 1/2-inch florets 3 tbsp olive oil 1 1/4 tsp kosher salt 1/2 […]
Vegetarian Stuffed Pepper Boats With Black Beans and Avocado Crema
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings (8 pepper boats) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Quick Ingredients 4 large bell peppers, halved lengthwise 2 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 small yellow onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 1/2 cups cooked rice (white or brown) 1 (15 oz) […]
Slow-Smoked BBQ Brisket Slicing Station With Classic Sides
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 10–12 servings (slicing-station style) Prep Time: 45 minutes Cook Time: 10–12 hours (smoke + finish) Total Time: 12–14 hours (includes 1–2 hour rest) Quick Ingredients 1 whole beef brisket, 12 lb (5.4 kg), packer cut 2 tbsp (30 g) kosher salt 2 tbsp (18 g) coarse black pepper 1 tbsp […]
Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Roasted Broccoli and Parmesan Garlic Sauce
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 lb (454 g) broccoli florets 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp kosher salt, divided 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 12 oz (340 g) fettuccine 1 lb (454 g) boneless, skinless chicken […]
Chocolate-Dipped Dessert Platter With Strawberries, Pretzels, and Shortbread
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 12 servings (about 60–70 mixed pieces) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes (includes 20 minutes setting time) Quick Ingredients 1 lb (450 g) large strawberries, completely dry 24 large marshmallows 2 cups (100 g) mini pretzel twists 12 shortbread fingers (about 6 oz / […]
Thai Green Curry Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Crispy Shallots
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 cups (300 g) jasmine rice + 2 1/4 cups (540 ml) water + 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1 1/2 lb (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 tbsp […]
Mini Crab Cakes With Lemon Aioli and Fennel Slaw
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 24 mini crab cakes (serves 6 as an appetizer) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 12 minutes Total Time: 57 minutes (includes 20 minutes chilling) Quick Ingredients 1 lb (454 g) lump crab meat, picked over 1/2 cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs, plus 1/3 cup (40 g) for coating 1/4 […]
Build-Your-Own Classic Caesar Salad With Tasty Toppings
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings (entrée-size) or 6 servings (side-size) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 large hearts romaine lettuce (about 10 oz / 285 g), washed and very well dried 1/2 cup (50 g) finely grated Parmesan, plus 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan for […]
Baked Ziti With Italian Sausage, Ricotta, and Mozzarella
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 10 servings (one 9×13-inch casserole) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 lb (454 g) ziti (or penne) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups) 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 1/4 lb (567 […]
Ratatouille Over Polenta Squares With Basil Oil
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 2 hours 5 minutes Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp + 2 tbsp olive oil (divided), plus more as needed 1 medium yellow onion, diced 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium eggplant (about 12 oz / 340 g), […]









