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Love cheesy broccoli casserole? Then go for this steak dinner, which mimics those flavors in a simple but elegant way with charred broccolini and a creamy Gruyère sauce.

Searing scallops in the amber-hued fat rendered from cooking chorizo results in a gorgeously caramelized crust and gives the shellfish a wonderfully smoky flavor.

Sear squeaky, salty Halloumi cheese in a pan—it won’t melt, but will get a crisp golden crust—then douse in honey and a spicy nut and seed sprinkle and serve as an appetizer or with a simple green salad.

Topped off with a simple raw corn salsa, these patties are a crowd-pleasing and low-maintenance summer dinner.

Top shallow bowls of hummus with crispy spiced beef and fresh tomato salad for an easy, protein-filled dinner.

Cashews blend into a creamy (and gorgeously green-hued) sauce for these summery pork chop–topped cold noodles.

Round out a breakfast of spiced lamb sausage patties with a handful of leafy greens and creamy avocado.

As this pan-seared steak rests, char scallions in the same skillet, then toss with toasted walnuts, grated garlic, olive oil, and all manner of things bright and briny for an addictive condiment you’ll turn to again and again.

Tossed with crunchy cucumbers, peanuts, and fresh red chiles, this salad makes a refreshing summer dinner spooned over rice or all on its own.

The secret to the deep orange flavor in this simple weeknight dinner is to sear halved oranges next to the steak as it cooks, and then squeeze the caramelized juice all over your plate before digging in.

Growing up, my mother would make pot roast for a Sunday meal, or for when we had company; it’s a lovely reminder of home.

Looking for a special dinner for two? First, pan-sear one big steak to share. Then, while the steak rests, use the fat rendered behind in the skillet to sear smashed paprika-spiced potatoes to crispy, golden perfection.

An ancho chile spice mix serves double-duty in this dinner: it's the sweet and zesty rub for the tenderloin, and the seasoning for roasted squash and Brussels sprouts.

Juice lemons. Spoon out capers. Heat pan. Cook scallops. Make sauce in same pan. Serve.

Hot chile paste gives this Vietnamese-inspired tenderloin a great kick, while salty, pungent fish sauce brings out the umami in the Brussels sprouts.

Instead of serving everyone individually, cook two giant pork chops (perfumed with garlic and thyme), then slice them up and serve family-style for an easy, elegant presentation.

A hard sear on the first side of the chicken ensures that it will get nicely browned without getting dry.

Pan-searing dates turns them into an irresistible, warm treat with a crisp, caramelized exterior and a soft, sweet interior. Paired with cold vanilla ice cream and topped with olive oil, mint, and flaky sea salt, the fruit becomes a sophisticated dessert with a fun mix of sweet and savory.

A marinade made with Chinese mustard and fish sauce gives this punchy, summery steak salad exceptional flavor.

For this lamb burgers recipe, you'll want to splurge on good sturdy bakery buns that can absorb the extra liquid from the slaw and burger without disintegrating.