Balsamic Chicken and Pasta
Juicy balsamic-glazed chicken served over pasta with sautéed vegetables. A slightly sweet and tangy dish that’s full of depth and richness. Read More
Pesto Rice
Pesto rice made with white rice, store-bought, onion, and a touch of lemon is a great side dish with fish or chicken. Read More
Mostaccioli with Spinach and Feta
A Mediterranean-inspired baked pasta with tangy feta cheese and spinach nestled in tubes of mostaccioli, offering a creamy and slightly salty delight. Read More
Mujaddara Arabic Lentil Rice
Mujaddara Arabic lentil rice is a great tasting dish to enjoy and share with family and friends. It's a special dish for vegetarians, and one of our favorite meals. Instead of placing the onion on top you can mix it along with the lentils and rice before serving. It makes a perfect meal with a fresh green salad. Also you can use 2 cups of vegetable broth instead of 2 cups of water to cook the lentils. Read More
Chicken Cacciatore and Pasta
Italian-style braised chicken with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers, served over pasta. Comfort food at its finest with rustic flavors and savory sauce. Read More
House Fried Rice
Loaded with shrimp, ham, chicken, and veggies, just like in your favorite Chinese restaurant. This 'House' Fried Rice is delicious and an excellent use of leftovers! Feel free to substitute ingredients, depending on what you have on hand. Read More
Tortellini Steak and Caesar
Tender tortellini and grilled steak meet Caesar salad flavors in this hearty fusion of pasta and greens—a filling twist on a classic salad. Read More
Middle Eastern Rice with Black Beans and Chickpeas
I got this chickpea and rice recipe from a friend who is from Bethlehem. The flavors are just delicious. The possibilities of add-ins are endless. Read More
Shrimp and Mushroom Linguini with Creamy
Plump shrimp and earthy mushrooms tossed with linguini in a luscious, herb-infused cheese sauce—elegant yet comforting seafood pasta. Read More
Arroz Rojo (Mexican Red Rice)
This Mexican red rice is easy to make and authentic in taste! Use a different chile if you want milder or hotter rice. Read More
Jessica's Red Beans and Rice
My company had a Mardi Gras party and I wanted to make a flavorful red beans and rice recipe that everyone would love! Read More
Johnny Marzetti II
A baked pasta casserole filled with ground beef, tomato sauce, and cheese. A Midwestern favorite with layers of savory flavors and nostalgia. Read More
Mama's Asian Chicken and Rice
A great orange chicken dish! Read More
Tuscan Style Pasta with Cannellini
Hearty and rustic, this pasta combines tender noodles with creamy cannellini beans, olive oil, garlic, and herbs—perfect for a wholesome, meatless Tuscan dinner. Read More
Lemon Thyme Rice
My neighbor taught me this recipe for thyme rice when I was young. It is very good and goes with any chicken dish. Even my picky 4-year-old eater eats it! Read More
Orzo and Rice
A filling orzo rice side dish that is great with chicken. It is a real family favorite in our house. Read More
Mac and Cheese Henwood Style
A rich and creamy mac and cheese with a special twist—featuring bold cheeses and possibly some secret ingredients. A comforting classic reimagined with flair. Read More
Vegetable Fried Rice
This vegetable fried rice combines the nutty flavor of brown rice with the fresh taste of bell peppers, baby peas, and other vegetables. Read More
Hibachi-Style Fried Rice
This hibachi-style fried rice recipe is quick and easy and sure to be a big hit. One of my favorite parts of hibachi is the fried rice and I was determined to make it at home. I enjoy using leftover teriyaki chicken in my fried rice, but you can use any meat you want or no meat at all! With or without chicken it is equally as delicious and a great side dish. You can use more or less garlic, depending on your personal preference. Read More
Garlic Chicken Fried Brown Rice
Leftover brown rice is reborn in this chicken fried rice with garlic, peppers, and onions. You can use black pepper, paprika, or dried parsley to season after this is cooked. Read More
Cherry Cola Ribs
I've come to find out that cherry cola makes an incredibly delicious rack of ribs, which strangely enough, don't really taste like either cherry or cola, but taste very similar to your All-American Midwest-style barbecue. Read More
Maria's Mexican Rice
My mom is from Nuevo Laredo, Mexico and this is how she has been making rice all her life. One day I finally stopped and measured the amounts she used while cooking. In my view this is the perfect Mexican rice. It's not too greasy or dry, nice color, and great flavor. The Serrano pepper will add flavor but no heat to this recipe since it is used whole and not chopped. If you would like spicy Mexican rice, de-seed and chop the Serrano before adding it to the mix. Read More
Salsafied Chicken and Rice
A delicious combination of chicken, salsa, and rice to spice up any night at your dinner table. Read More
Sweet Tea Ribs
Chef John's sweet tea ribs have a tea-infused barbecue sauce, and are sliced apart and finished by cooking in the sauce. This method gets the flavor of the indescribably delicious, beautifully seasoned, gorgeously deep brown sweet tea sauce all the way to the bone. Read More
Easy Egg Fried Rice
This egg fried rice is quick to make with instant rice. It's easy to customize with other vegetables or leftover roast meat. Read More
Stuffed Mushroom Dip
"Both times I ate this, I ate about 1/3 of the baking dish!" Read More
Overnight Breakfast Casserole
This overnight breakfast casserole is pretty and colorful, with a good balance of vegetables and sausage, tender eggs, and hash browns. It's easy to put together, and makes enough for a crowd. Read More
Chicken Marsala Over White Rice
A simple-to-make but delicious chicken Marsala recipe. Serve over hot cooked rice. Read More
Curry Pineapple Fried Rice
This is my version of a pineapple and curry fried rice dish served at my favorite Thai restaurant. You might think that the flavors of curry and pineapple wouldn't go together, but they do. Read More
Island-Style Fried Rice
This Hawaiian fried rice is my version of what the locals ate in Hawaii. Everyone in Hawaii has their version of fried rice. Read More
Scotch Eggs
Scotch eggs are soft-boiled eggs wrapped in sausage and bread crumbs, deep-fried for a delicious savory treat. They're a British pub favorite, perfect for family occasions or picnics. We like to make these on Christmas Eve served on a bed of lettuce with sliced tomatoes and mustard for garnish. Read More
Glo's Sausage Fried Rice
This is an easy-to-prepare fried rice dished passed down by my Japanese mother. You won't find anything like it in the restaurants. Every time we have a family get-together or a covered dish luncheon at work, I am always requested to bring this rice. Read More
Pacific Cuban Black Beans and Rice
I am not claiming this to be an authentic Cuban black beans and rice dish, rather my version of it. Enjoy it garnished with green onions, cilantro, lime wedges, and sour cream. Read More
Broccoli Casserole with Rice
I get a lot of requests for this savory broccoli rice casserole. It's easy to throw together at the last minute and bake until rich and creamy. Read More
Loaded BLT Dip
Bring this loaded BLT dip to your next tailgate or game day party. It takes minutes to assemble, and feeds a crowd. Serve with a big bowl of sturdy potato chips. Read More
Baked Pork Chops and Rice
Growing up, this baked pork chops and rice dish was a staple in my home. This is a great recipe because the pork and rice cook in the same dish. The rice is flavorful and the pork chops come out nice and tender. Read More
Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Pulled Pork
This slow cooker honey mustard pulled pork is so punchy and sweet, and the glossy sauce clings nicely to the pork. Serve on slider buns. Read More
Viking Stew
This Viking stew, made with meat, berries, mushrooms, plenty of fresh herbs, and root vegetables typically available to the Vikings, is a seemingly primitive dish with a remarkably sophisticated flavor. It works with any meat, so if you cannot hunt for wild boar, do not be dismayed—you can still make it! Read More
Wild Rice Stuffing for Turkey
This wild rice stuffing is an old family recipe. An alternative to traditional bread stuffing, this wild rice version is perfect for holidays or other special occasions with friends or family. Directions are for baking it in the oven, but you can cook it in your turkey if you'd like. If you like wild rice, you'll love this stuffing! Read More
Campfire Carnitas
Chef John's campfire carnitas require some tending and attention while they slow cook in a campfire or in a charcoal grill, but you will be rewarded with the most succulent, tender pork imaginable. Campfire-friendly ways to serve include on tortilla chips, in a bun, or as nachos. Read More
Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Brown Rice
This copycat Chipotle brown rice recipe is an upgrade to your conventional (and, let's face it, plain) side dish of rice at dinner. Brown rice provides a nutritious, fiber-packed alternative to white rice. And the cilantro and lime provide an extra dash of delicious Mexican flavor. Read More
Thai Spicy Basil Chicken Fried Rice
This Thai basil fried rice is a staple of Thai cooking and a great use for leftover rice. Adjust the spices to your tastes. I get Thai basil from a local Asian market. It has a different flavor than regular basil and makes all the difference in this recipe. It is fast and fairly easy to make but requires constant stirring. Read More
Smashed Dumpling Tacos
These smashed dumpling tacos are tacos filled with ground pork and ginger, then fried smashburger-style, and topped with cilantro and tri-color slaw. Read More
Easy Oven Brown Rice
I am a terrible rice cook, but once I tried this method I can be confident that it will turn out every time! Read More
Smash Dumpling Tacos
These smash dumpling tacos are your favorite pork dumplings simplified—no rolling and tucking—by spreading the filling on flour tortillas, then cooking them smash-style. You get all the flavor, and then, because you’ve used a tortilla, you call it a taco. Read More
Indian Style Basmati Rice
Savory Indian rice flavored with toasted and fragrant whole spices and fried onions. Soaking the basmati rice before cooking makes all the difference. Serve with your favorite Indian curry or dal. Make sure you warn people not to bite into the whole spices! Read More
Fried Rice
The best homemade fried rice you can make! The bacon may be nontraditional, but it adds a little extra crunch. This is great with chicken or beef. Read More
Indian Saffron Rice
Indian saffron is darker and richer in red-orange color than Spanish or Italian saffron, giving rice a better flavor. You should always steep the saffron in hot water ahead of time and use part of the liquid in your recipe. This rice recipe is prepared in the Indian manner. Read More
Grilled Pork Loin Chops
A great grilled pork chop marinade that's tangy, a little sweet, and very easy to prepare. The pork loin chops turn out wonderfully tasty with an awesome array of flavors. You might want to throw an extra chop on the grill for leftovers because you will have a craving for it the next day — guaranteed. Read More
Quick Pork Fried Rice
A great recipe for leftover pork chops, roasts, and more. A few bits from the fridge turn into a tasty dinner in less than 45 minutes. If I have a leftover grilled pork or the tail of a roast, I'll freeze it until I have enough for this dish. You can also use chicken or substitute some of the veggies for what you have on hand when cleaning out the fridge. Serve with sweet Thai chili sauce on the side. Read More