Recipes
Grilled Breaded Chicken
When I got married, my husband's aunt gave us all of her favorite recipes. This chicken dish was one of them that we really enjoy.
Easy Santa Fe Chicken
"My day is busy from start to finish," remarks Debra Cook of Pampa, Texas. "So this quick and meaty main dish is one of my menu mainstays. With its lovely golden color, it's pretty enough to serve to company or as a special Sunday dinner idea."
Stewed Beef with Rice
“When you come in cold and shivery from outside, count on this wonderful stew to warm you through,” says Donna Cline in Pensacola, Florida. “The tangy flavor is a nice change from traditional beef stew.” Tip: It's easiest to slice the flank steak while it's still almost frozen, Donna advises.
Apricot Glaze Chicken
My husband knows what's on the supper menu when our boys are driving home from Abilene Christian University in Texas. This apricot-glazed chicken entree has become our homecoming tradition. It's easy to make for any number of people.
Citrus Chicken with Peppers
“This dish is so attractive and healthy. I tried a similar recipe, but the addition of citrus and honey makes it so much better.”
Dad's Favorite Seafood Stew
Our family was in the retail fish and seafood business for almost 80 years, and during the course of that time, hundreds of seafood recipes were collected, tested, and developed. Dad came up with this one years ago, and it's been a family favorite for those of us who love the fruits of the sea. An impressive, but easy, company dish for four to six. Serve it up with crusty bread!
Portuguese Seafood Stew that Reminds Us of Portugal
I enjoyed this dish more than I expected. The dish was filling yet let, thanks to its bright, warm flavors. The heat of the garlic and red pepper flakes, matched with the sharp lemon juice, made the dish feel that much more comforting. The combination of flavors were well balanced and it was easy to put together. I halved this and it was a generous amount for two people; and thought that olives were a great salty counterpoint to the mild fish (we used sole)—and it was great with crusty bread. I'd recommend stirring in the lemon juice, zest, and spices just before adding the fish so as not to break it up too much.
Sheet-Pan Seafood Pot Pie
Growing up, I didn’t eat a lot of seafood—so indulging in it always feels special. This pot pie is double crusted and made on a sheet pan, so the bottom crust has no problem getting crispy despite the creamy, rich filling inside. It’s the perfect meal to help you grieve the loss of summer: somewhere between the buttery lobster rolls you can have near the beach and the warm, comforting meals you love to make come fall.
Nouilles Alfredo
The original Le Cordon Bleu recipe called for tomato concasse on top, but since I don’t always love chopped tomatoes in the simple elegance of an Alfredo sauce, I don’t often add them. I do, however, love tomatoes in my pasta when they are paired with bacon and shrimp. It’s really a dreamy combination of decadent flavors and textures. So, when I’m feeling indulgent, my favourite variation of this recipe is to add sautéed bacon tomato shrimp—and enjoy it next to a big glass of Sauvignon Blanc.
Chorizo Spaghetti Squash Skillet
Get your noodle fix minus the pasta with this spicy one-dish meal. It's a fill-you-up dinner that's low in calories—which makes it a weeknight winner in my book! —Sherrill Oake, Springfield, Massachusetts
Loup de Mer
I was very surprised the first time I ran across Loup de Mer at the fish store. They had it labeled as Bronzino which is the Italian name, well one of them the Italians have different names for this fish according to what part of the country you are in. This fish has several names but the way they are marketing it now is Mediterranean or European Seabass. No matter what they call it it is a wonderful fish. It is a fish that needs little adornment, in fact if you were to ask Marcella Hazan she would inform you to simply poach it and serve it with mayonnaise. I can say I have to agree and especially the part about the mayonnaise.
Pork with Apple Cream Sauce
Fix this easy pork entree from Margaret Lowenberg of Kingman, Arizona and sit down to a savory, satisfying meal.
Seafood Soup
Sometimes I prepare it with root vegetables, other times, I add more chopped tomatoes to make the soup resemble a classic bouillabaisse. The recipe can be halved, if desired.
Portuguese Cataplana
"Cataplana" is the word for both the dish and the spherical pot it's cooked and served in. This pork and seafood stew is found in the Algarve, in Portugal. You don't need a cataplana to make this; a Dutch oven or large pot with a tight-fitting lid does the trick (though it may not be quite the same).
Spaghetti with Bolognese Sauce
Travel to Italy with this hearty pasta that's a breeze to prepare. Our Test Kitchen jazzed up store-bought spaghetti sauce, infusing with fresh-from-the-garden flavor. You'll swear it's homemade!
Korean Pulled Pork Tacos
I created this unique pulled pork recipe so we could replicate our favorite food truck tacos at home. They're a little sweet, a little spicy and totally delicious any time of year.















