Cooking Method: Simmering
Pasta e Ceci
I saw Stanley Tucci make this Pasta e Ceci and I was intrigued. It's a recipe by Julius Roberts, a cookbook author who left his job at a London restaurant to become a farmer. Pasta e ceci, or pasta with chickpeas, is a classic Italian dish that is both simple and satisfying. It's a great example of peasant cuisine, which emphasizes using simple, affordable ingredients to create delicious meals. All I can say is that this is incredibly flavorful and so delicious.
By - Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Creamy Cowboy Soup
Hearty, rustic soups are the epitome of comfort food. Perfect for chilly days, their rich flavors and satisfying textures can warm you from the inside out. Creamy Cowboy Soup is a prime example, featuring a comforting blend of ground beef, bacon, ranch-style beans, corn, and potatoes, all simmered in a creamy broth.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Seared Salmon with Blackberry-Wine Sauce
I love testing salmon recipes. Seared Salmon with Blackberry-Wine Sauce is really delicious and rather an unexpected combination. It marries the delicate flavors of salmon with the sweet-tart tang of blackberries and the richness of wine.
By - Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Korean Gochujang Chicken Wings
Korean Gochujang Chicken Wings have a sweet, spicy, and slightly tangy taste. Gochujang is a fermented chili paste that provides a unique blend of sweetness, spice, and a hint of umami. These spicy wings are a flavor explosion.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 50 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Corn Chowder with Miso and Scallions
This Corn Chowder with Miso and Scallions takes a fresh approach. Instead of relying on dairy for creaminess, the vegetables get puréed, which enhances the corn's sweetness and the potato's earthiness. The miso's rich umami flavor replaces the need for traditional ingredients like salt pork or chicken broth, resulting in a vegetarian-friendly yet deeply satisfying soup.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Sheet Pan Lasagna
This Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Sheet Pan Lasagna delivers maximum flavor and crispy perfection. Inspired by Giada De Laurentiis' revolutionary sheet pan approach, this dish is a delicious and effortless reimagining of a classic comfort food.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 50 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Pancetta and Leek Risotto
I'm a risotto enthusiast with a collection of recipes, but this Pancetta and Leek Risotto caught my eye due to its perfect portion size for two. Leeks are truly magical; their delicate sweetness caramelizes beautifully and pairs exceptionally well with the salty crunch of pancetta. It's a match made in culinary heaven.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 2 Servings
Mexican Black Beans
These flavor-packed Mexican Black Beans got rave reviews from my family. Since I didn't have time to soak dried beans overnight, I used canned beans, which worked perfectly. I used a jalapeño pepper, if you want it spicier use a serrano. Serrano peppers are generally smaller and skinnier than jalapeños. Despite their small size, they can be up to 10 times hotter than a jalapeño, so beware.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Chile Rellenos Soup
Chile Rellenos Soup is a creamy and cheesy soup inspired by the classic Mexican Chile Rellenos. Roasted poblano peppers, cheese, and chicken capture the flavors of the traditional dish in an easier-to-make format. To make it easier, I used rotisserie chicken and topped with with crushed tortilla chips. It's really delicious.
- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Tomato Soup
This Tomato Soup is really delicious and so simple to make. The surprise ingredient is Acini di Pepe Pasta, which is a tiny, round pasta that translates to "seeds of pepper" in Italian, though they are much smaller than actual peppercorns. They are classified as pastina, or "little pasta," and are often used in broth-based soups like Italian Wedding Soup.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
