
Chicken, Grated Beets, and Beet Greens with Orange Butter
Your whole meal—both meat and side—is cooked in just one pan. Us e the food processor grating disk to make quick work of shredding the beets.
Steak with Mixed Peppercorns and Pomegranate Glaze
Peppercorn mélange is a mix of whole black, white, pink, and green peppercorns; it's often sold in a grinder in the spice section of the supermarket. The peppery blend and sweet glaze in this recipe make the most of an inexpensive cut of meat.
Moroccan Halibut and Carrots
Cinnamon, cayenne, and mint give this healthful main course some exotic North African flavor.
Escarole Salad with Apples, Candied Walnuts, and Saint André Cheese
Skip the wine—this salad is perfect with a Belgian ale. Saint Andréis a soft, ripened cheese much like Brie or Camembert. Either cheese would make a good substitute.
Greek-Style Penne with Lamb, Parsnips, Tomatoes, and Cinnamon
Pasta in the Greek style, with an added surprise: parsnips.
Poblano and Mushroom Tacos
Poblanos, often called pasillas, are mild, green-colored chile peppers sold at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores, farmers' markets, and Latin markets.
Pork Tenderloin Stir-Fry with Tangerines and Chili Sauce
A tangerine's skin is so thin that when it's cooked, you can eat the fruit—peel and all. Asian sweet chili sauce is an orange-colored, slightly spicy bottled Thai sauce; it's available in the As ian foods section of some supermarkets. Chinese five-spice powder can be found in the spice section of most supermarkets.
Panko-Crusted Chicken with Mustard-Maple Pan Sauce
Most of the ingredients used in this recipe are staples, so all you need to buy are the breadcrumbs, chicken, and parsley. Look for panko in the Asian foods section of supermarkets and at Asian markets.
Lime- and Honey-Glazed Salmon with Basmati and Broccolini
All of the components of this healthful one-dish dinner are roasted in the same skillet: The rice goes in first, then the salmon and broccolini. And they're all flavored with a lime, honey, and cilantro sauce. If desired, serve with lime wedges to squeeze over.
Mushroom and Fontina Quiche
Savory and full of flavor, this quiche makes a great meal anytime. Serve with smoked salmon and fruit for brunch, or with a salad for supper.
Lamb Chops with Pomegranate and Dried Fig Relish
Look for sweet and flavorful pomegranate molasses at specialty foods stores and Middle Eastern markets.
Mini Halloween Pumpkin Cupcakes
Kid-size and super-easy to make, these Halloween cupcakes are the perfect festive treats for the holiday.
Seared Mahi-Mahi with Green Gazpacho Sauce
Gazpacho (a traditional chilled soup that originated in Spain) becomes a sauce for fish fillets.
Grilled Skirt Steak and Pepper Sandwiches with Corn Mayonnaise
This incredible sandwich is so filling that you won't need a side dish.
Chocolate-Chip Oatmeal Cookies with Dried Cherries
Use a tablespoon to shape the dough.
Chicken Curry in a Hurry
Complex and richly flavored with aromatic spices, this chicken curry is also quick and easy to prepare. To save even more time, use an already cut-up "best of fryer" chicken (preferably organic) for this dish.
Warm Escarole Salad with Goat Cheese, Hard-Boiled Eggs, and Bacon
A lovely combination of contrasting tastes: bitter greens, salty-smoky bacon, tangy goat cheese, and sweet shallots.
Chocolate-Cinnamon Bundt Cake with Mocha Icing
Almost every ingredient in this delicious chocolate cake is a pantry staple, making this a time-saving, budget-friendly dessert that still feeds a crowd. Plus, it keeps well, so even if you do have leftovers, you can enjoy the cake all week.