Find easy weeknight dinners, one-pot meals, casseroles, and crowd-pleasing main dishes for every taste.
Oh, let me tell you about my absolute favorite weeknight lifesaver – this Mediterranean baked eggplant! I stumbled upon this recipe years ago when I desperately needed something quick, healthy, and packed with flavor. The first time I made it, I couldn’t believe how something so simple could taste so incredibly rich and satisfying. Just … Read more
Nothing says “holiday table” quite like my festive cranberry rice pilaf! I stumbled upon this recipe years ago when I needed a quick, colorful side dish for an impromptu Friendsgiving dinner. The moment those ruby-red cranberries hit the golden rice, I knew I’d found something special. What I love most is how effortlessly elegant it … Read more
There’s nothing quite like the cozy warmth of Tuscan cooking on a chilly evening, and this bean and kale bake is my go-to when I need something hearty, wholesome, and packed with flavor. I first fell in love with this dish during a winter trip to Tuscany, where a sweet nonna served it to me … Read more
There’s something magical about homemade spinach and ricotta cannelloni that just can’t be matched by anything from a restaurant or freezer aisle. This classic Italian comfort food has been my go-to for dinner parties and cozy family meals for years – and once you taste that creamy ricotta filling wrapped in tender pasta tubes, you’ll … Read more
Oh my gosh, you have to try this lentil mushroom Wellington – it’s the showstopper that converted my meat-loving uncle to plant-based eating! I first made it for Christmas dinner when my cousin went vegan, and now it’s our family’s most requested holiday dish. That golden puff pastry wrapped around savory lentils and earthy mushrooms? … Read more
Oh, you’re going to love this vegan wild rice pilaf—it’s my go-to when I need something hearty, healthy, and packed with flavor. I first discovered this dish years ago when I was looking for a plant-based side that didn’t skimp on texture or taste, and wow, did this one deliver! The nuttiness of wild rice, … Read more
Oh my gosh, you have to try this vegan nut roast classic! It’s been my go-to centerpiece dish for every holiday gathering since I first discovered it years ago at a friend’s potluck. I remember taking one bite and thinking “Wait—this is vegan?!” The rich, savory flavors and satisfying texture won me over completely. What … Read more
Oh, that first bite of caramelized onion tart at a little Parisian bistro changed everything for me. The buttery crust shattered beneath my fork, giving way to that incredible sweet-savory onion filling that made me close my eyes and just savor the moment. This classic French dish has been my go-to for impressing dinner guests … Read more
Oh, let me tell you about my go-to roasted root vegetables tray – it’s the kind of dish that makes you feel like you’ve got your life together even when you don’t! There’s something magical about how simple roots transform in the oven. The carrots get sweeter, the parsnips turn buttery, and those beets? Absolute … Read more
You know those side dishes that steal the show? These maple pecan roasted carrots are my go-to for turning an ordinary weeknight dinner into something special. I started making them years ago when my niece declared she “hated vegetables” – one bite of these sweet, caramelized carrots with crunchy pecans changed her mind instantly! What … Read more