The extra starch in Arborio rice gives risotto its creamy texture; here Parmesan cheese makes it even creamier.
Author: Martha Stewart
Minute steaks with caramelized onions are delicious on a toasted baguette.
Author: Martha Stewart
Shape these tiny meatballs, then freeze for up to 3 months. There's no need to thaw before using; they will cook quickly right out of the freezer.
Author: Martha Stewart
Because bowtie pasta (farfalle) holds the creamy sauce well, they are ideal for this hearty dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe's quickness depends on getting all the sauce ingredients and cooking equipment ready before you start cooking. Then, when the water's boiling, start the pasta, and saute the sauce at the same...
Author: Martha Stewart
Packed with tender bites of pork tenderloin and a veritable rainbow of nutritious add-ins like green beans, bell pepper, and pineapple, this pork stir-fry is full of bright flavors. Brought together with...
Author: Greg Lofts
Looking for a leaner twist on classic spaghetti and meatballs? Try this version, which is made with ground turkey mixed with onion, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.
Author: Martha Stewart
Keep a few staples in your pantry to make dinner on nights when you're not going to get to the grocery store.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).
Author: Martha Stewart
Toasted pine nuts add crunch to this combo of fettuccine and asparagus.
Author: Martha Stewart
Boneless center-cut pork chops are topped with a sweet-and-spicy apple chutney.
Author: Martha Stewart
A spaghetti carbonara sauce is typically made with bacon, eggs, and cheese. We've added a little half-and-half for a silky texture to this delicious pasta dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
Mussels, cockles, shrimp, and squid are combined in this crowd-pleasing paella. Paella is also the name of the two-handled pan used to make this dinner entree.
Author: Martha Stewart
Dinner made simple: Rainbow trout is marinated with fresh thyme, shallots, and lemons inside and out before a quick turn on the grill.
Author: Martha Stewart
One cook's "Spanish" rice is another's "Mexican." Whatever the name, the result is more or less the same: an orange pilaf-style rice flavored with onion and garlic and flecked with carrot. Tomato paste...
Author: Martha Stewart
No shaking necessary -- these breaded pork chops are quick dinner option for any weeknight.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fluffy parsley-speckled dumplings soak up the flavorful liquid of this chicken stew, the ultimate comfort food that's ideal for dinner on a chilly winter night.
Author: Martha Stewart
Gruyere cheese and rye bread update this classic sandwich that serves as an excellent use of leftover ham.
Author: Martha Stewart
A whole chicken is an easy, efficient weeknight meal when roasted at high heat on a bed of vegetables. Mustard adds a welcome tang to the recipe.
Author: Martha Stewart
Rely on rotisserie chicken, smoked spicy sausage, and frozen okra from the store to stack up flavors in our quick rendition of a classic Cajun stew.
Author: Martha Stewart
This tuna salad gets its bright flavor from two good-for-you ingredients: Greek yogurt and shredded apple.
Author: Martha Stewart
Tomatoes are at their peak in the summer -- toss them with mozzarella cheese, vinegar, olive oil, and parsley for a quick pasta sauce.
Author: Martha Stewart
This updated, slimmed-down version of classic pork chops will chase away the winter chill every time.
Author: Martha Stewart
A spiced whole chicken is roasted and reveals that it has a dark side. Purple potatoes, which crinkle as they cook, and red baby beets complete the look of the dish and add earthy flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
Simple last-minute touches like toasted nuts will liven up your side dishes.
Author: Martha Stewart
The creaminess of risotto makes it an instant comfort food, but the addition of sautéed summer squash and gently cooked, pencil-thin asparagus, and chicken drive up the nutritional value too.
Author: Martha Stewart
Don't relegate a stuffed bird to Thanksgiving only; this turkey recipe, which roasts over a bed of parsnips, onion, celery, carrots, celeriac, and white turnip, is delicious year-round.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fresh fennel (often mistakenly called anise) is a common ingredient in Mediterranean cooking. Here, it is baked until tender and buttery-tasting. If you are unable to find fennel bulbs with the fronds...
Author: Martha Stewart
Don't rush the cooking of the chopped onions. Keep them on the stove until the natural sugars are caramelized, yielding a deep, rich, sweet flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
A hearty multigrain bread works bestin this casserole. It will maintain its texture, unlike a softer white-bread loaf, which may become gummy.
Author: Martha Stewart
Savory bacon pairs well with the sweet, grassy taste of sauteed asparagus.
Author: Martha Stewart
Take taco night to the next level with this weeknight spin on cheesy, crunchy flautas. After stuffing them with a smoky, spicy ground chicken-chipotle mixture, we skipped the traditional pan-frying route...
Author: Lauryn Tyrell
Serve this steak with White-Cheddar Grits and Collard Greens with Lemon for a meal for four in about an hour.
Author: Martha Stewart
Whether you're cooking for date night or game night, a recipe that is easy to prepare but leaves an impression is the way to go. This dish-which in Italy is known as spaghetti all'ubriaco or "drunken"...
Author: Riley Wofford
Serve these deeply flavorful stuffed artichokes in individual portions or deconstructed in a casserole, from "Mad Hungry" by Lucinda Scala Quinn, for a delicious appetizer or side dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
These burgers take their inspiration from barbecued pulled pork, so it's no surprised that the patties themselves are made with chopped red onion and barbecue sauce.
Author: Martha Stewart
Chicken breasts smothered with onions and mushrooms are served over fresh spinach in this delectable salad.
Author: Martha Stewart
Try this steak with our Rosemary Potatoes and Steamed Green Beans.
Author: Martha Stewart
If you've ever craved pizza and a cheesesteak at the same time -- and who hasn't? -- you're in luck; this pizza incorporates the flavors of both for a hearty dinner the whole family will love.
Author: Martha Stewart
Some classics are best left as is, like this perfect chicken salad recipe served on a sandwich, from "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn.
Author: Martha Stewart
Coins of peeled broccoli stalks add a faint sweetness and crunch to savory pork stir-fry. Round out the meal with fiber-rich brown rice.
Author: Martha Stewart
To make a Southwestern-style salad that's a meal in itself, toss together chicken, rice, beans, and tomatoes with a light, spicy dressing.
Author: Martha Stewart
Love rare steak? Then try tuna tataki. It's dead simple to make, and coating it with sesame seeds before it cooks gives the exterior a satisfying crunch.
Author: Martha Stewart
If your meat is not a thick center cut, the cooking time will be less. Letting the roast rest allows the juices to distribute.
Author: Martha Stewart
This is a very versatile dish; it can be cooked in advance, in the oven or in a slow cooker. If you use a slow cooker, brown pork on stovetop first then transfer to slow cooker with the onion-pepper puree...
Author: Martha Stewart
Getting its bold color from cilantro and parsley, this rice dish goes well with fish tacos, kebabs, or grilled chicken.
Author: Martha Stewart
High-quality canned and jarred tuna in olive oil lends fresh-from-the-sea flavor to these cakes.
Author: Martha Stewart
Roasting chicken thighs with tomatoes and olives couldn't be simpler. The resulting tender meat and crisp skin are set off by mint for freshness and briny feta. Serve with crusty bread.
Author: Martha Stewart
If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken, asparagus, and onion slices on a grill pan or under the broiler. You'll need to increase the cooking time slightly for this Grilled Chicken and Asparagus...
Author: Martha Stewart
Some dishes are so adjustable, they're more a concept than a recipe. Exhibit A: this grilled-steak salad. The trick is to drizzle on a little vinaigrette when the meat comes off the heat, to give it a...
Author: Shira Bocar