Cider-Braised Chicken Thighs with Caramelized Fennel and Pears (45-Minute Braise)
Pan-seared chicken thighs braised in apple cider with caramelized fennel, pears, and thyme for a cozy autumn weeknight or harvest dinner.
Lentil Bolognese with Mushrooms
Hearty vegetarian lentil Bolognese simmered with mushrooms, tomatoes, and herbs — rich pasta sauce ready in about 45 minutes.
Chicken Korma with Yogurt and Cashew Paste
Stovetop creamy chicken korma with yogurt and cashew paste, fragrant spices, 60-minute homemade curry for weeknight or weekend dinners.
Buttermilk-Brined Southern Fried Chicken (Brine 8 hr, Pan-Fried 45 min)
Crispy pan-fried chicken brined in tangy buttermilk and seasoned flour for juicy, golden pieces—perfect for dinner or weekend gatherings.
Salmon en Papillote with Lemon, Dill, and Baby Vegetables
Moist fillets steamed in folded parchment with lemon, fresh herbs, and tender mixed vegetables—30-minute weeknight seafood dinner.
Brown Butter Sage Gnocchi with Roasted Chestnuts and Crispy Prosciutto
Pan-seared gnocchi in nutty brown butter with toasted chestnuts, crispy prosciutto, and fresh sage — a 35-minute autumn weeknight dinner.
Spanakopita (Greek Spinach and Feta Pie)
Baked flaky phyllo filled with spinach, feta, herbs, and eggs — a savory vegetarian pie for weeknights or entertaining.
Skillet Lemon Garlic Chicken with Olives and Capers
Pan-seared lemon garlic chicken thighs finished in a tangy white-wine sauce with briny olives and capers — 35-minute weeknight skillet meal.
Oven-Roasted Ratatouille with Parmesan Polenta (45-Minute Vegetable Dinner)
Oven-roasted ratatouille of eggplant, zucchini, peppers, and tomatoes served over creamy Parmesan polenta — weeknight vegetarian one-pan dinner.
Chicken and Dumplings (One-Pot, 40-Minute)
Hearty one-pot weeknight stew with tender chicken, fluffy biscuit dumplings, and a creamy herb-infused broth in about 40 minutes.
