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Air fryer recipes (8)

  • Air Fryer RecipesEasy air fryer recipes: 40 ideas grouped by meal, a cooking times and temperature chart, tips for crisp results, safe temps and a …
  • Air fryer baconHow long to cook bacon in the air fryer: a time chart for regular, thick-cut and turkey bacon at 350°F, easy steps, tips for less …
  • Air fryer baked potatoesHow to make air fryer baked potatoes with crispy, salty skin: cook times by potato size, the 5-step method, sweet potatoes and a b…
  • Air fryer drumsticksAir fryer drumsticks at 400°F in 20 to 25 minutes: a time chart for fresh, large and frozen chicken legs, 6 seasonings, sauces, si…
  • Air fryer hot dogsAir fryer hot dogs at 400°F in 4 to 5 minutes. Time chart for jumbo, frozen, turkey and bacon-wrapped dogs, toasted buns, 12 toppi…
  • Air fryer pork chopsAir fryer pork chops in 10 to 14 minutes at 400°F: a time chart for thin, thick, boneless, bone-in and frozen chops, easy rubs, si…
  • Air fryer quesadillaHow to make an air fryer quesadilla: 375°F for about 4 minutes, flip, then 2 to 4 more. A time chart, a trick to keep it closed an…
  • Air fryer salmonAir fryer salmon recipe with crispy edges in 7 to 10 minutes at 400°F, cook times for fresh, frozen and skin-on fillets, bites and…

Pasta, rice and noodles (13)

  • Pasta RecipesEasy pasta recipes for dinner: 40 ideas grouped by sauce and protein, a shape-and-sauce chart, cooking basics, a 5-night starter w…
  • Alfredo sauce recipeA creamy alfredo sauce recipe with butter, cream, garlic and Parmesan in 15 minutes: keep it smooth, thin or thicken it, lighter s…
  • Fried rice recipeAn easy fried rice recipe with day-old rice, hot-pan technique, egg, protein swaps, vegetable mix-ins, sauce ratios and leftover s…
  • Homemade pastaHomemade pasta with flour and eggs: the 100 g per egg ratio, knead and rest times, rolling by hand or machine, 8 shapes, cook time…
  • Mac and cheese recipeA mac and cheese recipe with stovetop, baked and Instant Pot methods, cheese sauce ratios, mix-ins, make-ahead tips and cost for a…
  • Pasta primaveraPasta primavera with broccoli, zucchini, peppers, peas and tomatoes in a garlic-Parmesan or light cream sauce, ready in about 30 m…
  • Pasta saladAn easy Italian pasta salad with rotini, salami, mozzarella, veggies and a zesty homemade dressing, plus make-ahead tips, swaps an…
  • Rasta pastaRasta pasta for 4 to 6: penne in a creamy jerk sauce with red, yellow and green peppers, chicken cooked to 165°F, plus a jerk spic…
  • Red beans and riceRed beans and rice recipe for 8: soak 1 lb dried beans, boil hard for 30 minutes, then simmer with andouille and the trinity until…
  • Rice recipes45 rice recipes with November 2026 cost per serving, cook ratios for white, brown, jasmine and basmati, plus budget bowls and a 5-…
  • Shrimp alfredoEasy shrimp alfredo with fettuccine, garlic butter shrimp and a homemade parmesan cream sauce in 30 minutes: amounts, steps, swaps…
  • Shrimp fried riceEasy shrimp fried rice in 20 minutes with day-old rice, eggs, peas and carrots, plus tips for restaurant-style flavor, swaps, add-…
  • Spanish riceSpanish rice recipe for 6: toast long-grain rice, simmer it in tomato sauce and broth for 20 minutes, rest 10, fluff. Plus fixes, …

Seafood (6)

  • Shrimp Recipes45 easy shrimp recipes: skillet, pasta, tacos, stir-fry, sheet pan, soups and party shrimp, plus sizes, cook times, thawing tips a…
  • Baked salmonEasy baked salmon in 15 minutes: lemon garlic recipe, how long to bake salmon at 350°F to 450°F by thickness, doneness temperature…
  • Crab Cake RecipeAn easy crab cake recipe with lump crab, a light binder and Old Bay, pan-fried, baked or air fried in about 15 minutes, plus a qui…
  • Crab saladEasy crab salad with lump crab or imitation crab, mayo, celery and lemon: sandwich, lettuce cup and party platter ideas plus seafo…
  • Fish tacosBaja fish tacos recipe with grilled or lightly fried white fish, cabbage slaw, crema and tortillas: both methods, 145°F fish donen…
  • Salmon pattiesEasy salmon patties from one can of salmon: the recipe, pan-fried, oven and air fryer times, what to do with the bones, sauces, si…

Beef, pork and ham (16)

  • Beef StroganoffAn easy beef stroganoff recipe with tender beef, mushrooms and a sour cream sauce over egg noodles. Steps, a ground beef version, …
  • Beef and broccoliBeef and broccoli recipe for 4: thin flank steak seared to 145°F, crisp-tender broccoli and a glossy oyster-soy sauce over rice in…
  • Beef tenderloinHow to cook beef tenderloin for Christmas: how much to buy, trimming and tying, a sear-and-roast method, times and temps, resting,…
  • Corned Beef HashHow to make crispy homemade corned beef hash with leftover or canned corned beef, parboiled potatoes and eggs, plus timing, variat…
  • Fried pork chopsMake crispy fried pork chops with a buttermilk and seasoned flour crust. Includes cook times by thickness, safe temperature, varia…
  • Ground pork recipesGround pork recipes with a 160°F skillet method, breakfast patties, meatballs and lettuce wraps, plus storage, 165°F reheating, an…
  • Ham glazeHam glaze 5 ways: brown sugar, honey mustard, maple, pineapple and cherry, with amounts for a 7 to 9 pound ham and when to brush i…
  • Ham steaksHow to cook ham steaks in a skillet, oven, air fryer or on the grill, with cook times, a brown sugar glaze, safe temperatures and …
  • Leftover ham recipes25 easy leftover ham recipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner, a 5-day leftovers plan, how long ham keeps, how to freeze it and wha…
  • Pepper steakEasy pepper steak with thin-sliced beef, bell peppers and a soy-garlic sauce in about 30 minutes, plus rice pairing, storage and l…
  • Pork ShoulderPork shoulder recipe for shreddable pulled pork in the oven or slow cooker: rub, cook temps, rest, sauce ideas, leftovers and 145°…
  • Pork TenderloinAn easy pork tenderloin recipe: sear, roast at 425°F to 145°F and rest 3 minutes. Includes rubs, cooking times, holiday scaling an…
  • Pork chopsHow to cook pork chops that stay juicy: pan-seared, baked, air fryer and smothered methods, a cook time chart by thickness, the sa…
  • Pot roast recipeA classic pot roast recipe with chuck roast, carrots and potatoes: oven, slow cooker and Instant Pot times, how to get it fork-ten…
  • Pulled pork recipePulled pork recipe with pork shoulder: slow cooker, oven and Instant Pot times, spice rub, shredding tips, sauce ideas and leftove…
  • Roast BeefHow to cook roast beef in the oven: the best cuts, a sear-then-roast method, cooking times by weight, doneness temperatures, resti…

Sides, salads and vegetables (20)

  • Baked PotatoBake a potato at 425°F for 45 to 60 minutes: oven time chart by size and temperature, foil or no foil, 12 toppings, storage and co…
  • Butternut Squash Recipes50 easy butternut squash recipes in 6 groups, how to cut and cook it 4 ways, Thanksgiving make-ahead ideas, and a 5-day plan built…
  • Macaroni SaladClassic macaroni salad with a creamy, tangy dressing, ratio chart, 12 variations, crowd amounts, make-ahead tips and safety rules …
  • Ambrosia saladClassic ambrosia salad for 8: mandarin oranges, pineapple, coconut, marshmallows and a sour cream dressing. Make-ahead timing, swa…
  • Chickpea saladChickpea salad with cucumber, tomato, red onion, feta and lemon-olive oil dressing in 15 minutes, plus smashed sandwich, swaps and…
  • Cobb saladCobb salad lined up in rows: chicken to 165°F, crisp bacon, hard-boiled egg, tomato and avocado on romaine, plus a vinaigrette and…
  • Collard greens recipeA Southern collard greens recipe with smoked turkey or ham hock: how to clean, cut and simmer greens until tender, plus a meatless…
  • Cucumber saladAn easy cucumber salad with a tangy vinegar dressing, plus creamy dill, Asian sesame and Greek-style versions, and tips that keep …
  • Dinner rollsMake soft, fluffy homemade dinner rolls: ingredients, kneading and rising steps, baking temps, overnight and freezer make-ahead op…
  • Fruit saladFresh fruit salad with honey-lime dressing: berries, pineapple, grapes, kiwi and mango. About 10 cups, serves 8, ready in 20 minut…
  • Funeral PotatoesFuneral potatoes: cheesy hash brown casserole with sour cream, cheese and crunchy topping, plus oven times, make-ahead tips and po…
  • Greek saladA classic Greek salad with tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, peppers, Kalamata olives and feta in an oregano vinaigrette, plus lettuc…
  • Mashed potatoesHow to make creamy mashed potatoes: the best potatoes, a simple recipe, how much per person, make-ahead and slow-cooker tips, and …
  • Potato recipes30 easy potato recipes with November 2026 cost per serving, cook times, type notes and free recipe cards for soups, sides, salads …
  • Potato saladA classic potato salad recipe with the best potatoes, cook times, a creamy dressing, make-ahead steps, food safety tips and 3 easy…
  • Roasted PotatoesCrispy oven roasted potatoes: cut 2 pounds into 1-inch chunks, toss with oil and salt and roast at 425°F for 35 to 45 minutes. Tim…
  • Salad dressingHomemade salad dressing with a 3-to-1 oil-to-vinegar ratio, 8 recipes including Caesar, ranch and balsamic, plus fixes and how lon…
  • Salad recipes90 salad recipes with Nov 2026 cost per serving, time and swaps: green, grain, pasta, protein, side and meal-prep salads, plus fre…
  • Sweet Potato Recipes25 easy sweet potato recipes for sides, dinners, breakfast and desserts, with cook times, a roasting chart, storage tips and a sim…
  • Watergate SaladA classic Watergate salad recipe with pistachio pudding, pineapple, marshmallows, pecans and whipped topping, plus swaps, scaling …

Sauces, dips and seasonings (15)

  • Chili crispMake chili crisp at home in 30 minutes with fried garlic, shallots and chili flakes. Plus 15 ways to use it, chili oil vs. crisp a…
  • Chili seasoningMake chili seasoning at home with 9 pantry spices: one-packet and big-batch amounts, how much to use per pound, mild and spicy ver…
  • Chimichurri SauceMake chimichurri sauce in 10 minutes: chop 1 bunch parsley, 4 garlic cloves and oregano, then stir in olive oil, red wine vinegar …
  • Eel sauceHomemade eel sauce with soy sauce, mirin and sugar in 10 minutes. It contains no eel. Get the ratio, gluten-free swaps, storage ti…
  • Hollandaise SauceMake hollandaise sauce with egg yolks, butter and lemon: blender and whisk methods, broken-sauce fixes, eggs Benedict pairing and …
  • Hummus RecipeAn easy hummus recipe made with canned chickpeas, tahini, lemon and garlic, plus 10 flavors, tips for extra-smooth texture, and ho…
  • Marinara SauceMake homemade marinara sauce with canned tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and basil in 30 minutes, plus marinara vs pizza sauce, 10 use…
  • Peanut sauceEasy peanut sauce with peanut butter, soy sauce, lime and garlic: use it for noodles or satay dips, plus allergy notes, storage an…
  • Spaghetti sauce recipeHomemade spaghetti sauce recipe with tomato base, meat sauce and marinara options, simmer times, seasoning tips and freezer storag…
  • Taco SeasoningAn easy homemade taco seasoning recipe from 9 pantry spices, with packet equivalents, a big-batch version, mild and low-sodium swa…
  • Tartar sauceTartar sauce recipe in 5 minutes: mayo, dill pickles, capers, lemon and dill. Makes about 1 1/4 cups. Chill 30 minutes, keep cold …
  • Teriyaki SauceLearn how to make teriyaki sauce with soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic and ginger in 10 minutes, plus marinade vs glaze tips, swaps,…
  • Tomato sauceTomato sauce types (crushed, puree, passata, canned), a basic homemade pot with November 2026 cost per batch, uses beyond pasta, s…
  • Tzatziki SauceThick tzatziki sauce in 10 minutes: grate and squeeze 1 cucumber, stir it into 2 cups Greek yogurt with garlic, lemon, dill and ol…
  • Vodka sauce recipeVodka sauce recipe with 28 ounces of crushed tomatoes, ½ cup cream and ¼ cup vodka: penne alla vodka in 30 minutes, plus fixes, sw…

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  • Baked ZitiAn easy baked ziti recipe with sausage, ricotta and mozzarella in one 9x13 pan, plus make-ahead, freezer, meatless and feed-a-crow…
  • Birria tacosBirria tacos recipe with chuck roast braised in guajillo and ancho chiles, crisp dipped tortillas, and a strained broth for dippin…
  • Bok choy recipeEasy garlic bok choy stir-fry in 10 minutes, plus how to clean baby bok choy, roasting and soup methods, simple sauces and what to…
  • Bolognese recipeClassic bolognese recipe with ground beef, soffritto and milk: slow simmer, pasta toss, 160°F ground beef safety and make-ahead fr…
  • Challah breadChallah bread recipe for 1 large braided loaf: eggs, honey, oil and flour, two rises and 30 minutes at 350°F. Plus 3-, 4- and 6-st…
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  • Egg roll in a bowlEasy egg roll in a bowl recipe with ground pork or turkey, bagged coleslaw mix, ginger and garlic in about 20 minutes, plus sauce …
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  • Garlic BreadEasy homemade garlic bread with butter, fresh garlic and parsley, baked at 400°F in about 15 minutes, plus cheesy, air fryer and f…
  • Garlic aioli recipeA garlic aioli recipe with pasteurized egg, measured oil and lemon. Learn the slow-drizzle method, clean serving habits and same-d…
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  • Pigs in a blanketPigs in a blanket with crescent dough and cocktail sausages: the 375°F bake time, make-ahead and freezer steps, dipping sauces and…
  • Pita BreadMake soft homemade pita bread with 6 pantry ingredients, puffy pockets in the oven or a skillet, plus fixes for flat pitas, flavor…
  • Pizza dough recipeAn easy pizza dough recipe with flour, yeast, salt, water and olive oil: exact amounts, kneading and rise times, same-day or overn…
  • Ratatouille recipeEasy ratatouille recipe with eggplant, zucchini, peppers and tomatoes: stovetop stew or baked sliced spiral, times, make-ahead and…
  • RisottoCreamy Parmesan risotto with arborio rice, warm broth and butter: stirring method, add-ins, sides and leftover reheating tips for …
  • Rye breadHomemade rye bread: one caraway loaf from rye and bread flour, yeast and molasses, baked at 375°F. Plus light, dark, marble and pu…
  • Salsa recipeRestaurant-style salsa recipe in a blender: canned or fresh tomatoes, jalapeño, onion, cilantro and lime, plus heat levels, storag…
  • Scrambled eggsHow to scramble eggs for fluffy soft or firm curds: milk vs water, low heat, timing, egg-safety notes and easy add-ins for weekday…
  • Simple syrupSimple syrup recipe in 5 minutes: 1:1 for iced drinks, rich 2:1 for cocktails, flavored mint, ginger and cinnamon versions, and ho…
  • Stuffed mushroomsAn easy stuffed mushrooms recipe with sausage, cream cheese and Parmesan, baked at 400°F, plus vegetarian, crab and air fryer vers…
  • Sushi bakeEasy sushi bake with seasoned rice, imitation crab or salmon, spicy mayo and nori: oven steps, topping ideas and seafood safety ti…
  • Tofu recipes40 tofu recipes for dinner, bowls, stir-fries and meal prep, with pressing tips, protein per serving, cook times and grocery costs…
  • Turkey meatballsJuicy baked turkey meatballs in 30 minutes: the recipe, oven, air fryer and slow cooker times, the safe 165°F temperature, six sau…
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