Author: Steven
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Rustic Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Baked Potatoes
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings (1 large stuffed potato per person) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Quick Ingredients 4 large russet potatoes (10–12 oz / 280–340 g each) 2 tbsp olive oil, divided 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, divided 2 cloves garlic,…
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Creamy Tomato Pasta With Melty Cream Cheese
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Quick Ingredients 12 oz (340 g) pasta (rigatoni, penne, or spaghetti) 4 qt (3.8 L) water + 1 1/2 tbsp salt for boiling 2 tbsp olive oil 1 small yellow onion, finely diced 3 cloves garlic,…
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Strawberry Balsamic Goat Cheese Flatbread with Fresh Basil
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings (as an appetizer or light meal) Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 12 minutes Total Time: 27 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 (about 8-inch) flatbreads or naan 2 cups sliced ripe strawberries 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp honey, divided Pinch fine sea salt + black pepper 5 oz…
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Paneer Butter Masala Lasagna With Creamy Tomato Sauce
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable oil 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided 1 large onion; 4 garlic cloves; 1-inch piece ginger 2 medium tomatoes (or 1 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes) 3 tbsp tomato paste 12…
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Cheddar Apple Turkey Burgers with Tangy Mustard Slaw
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 burgers (4 servings) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 12–14 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/4 lb (570 g) ground turkey (93% lean) 1 medium sweet-tart apple, grated (about 1 cup), plus a few thin slices for topping 1 cup (4 oz / 115 g) sharp…
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Soft Lemon Mascarpone Breakfast Loaf
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 1 loaf (about 10 slices) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 50–55 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including cooling) Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 cups (180 g) all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder + 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp fine salt 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar Zest…
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Melty Brie and Prosciutto Flatbread with Fig and Arugula
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10–12 minutes Total Time: 25–30 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 (8-inch) store-bought flatbreads or naan 3 tbsp fig jam 5 oz Brie cheese, rind on, cut into small pieces 3 oz thinly sliced prosciutto, torn 1 1/2 cups lightly packed baby arugula 1…
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Steak Salad Bowl with Roasted Potatoes and Blue Cheese
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 salad bowls Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/4 lb (570 g) boneless steak (sirloin or strip), about 1-inch thick 1 1/2 lb (680 g) baby gold potatoes, halved 2 tbsp + 1 tbsp olive oil, divided 2 tsp kosher…
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Cheddar Herb Biscuit-Topped Creamy Chicken Pot Pie
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken (thighs or breasts), cut in 1/2-inch pieces Salt and black pepper 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 carrots,…
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Sheet Pan Parmesan Gnocchi With Roasted Tomatoes and Herbs
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 1/2 lb (680 g) potato gnocchi (shelf-stable or refrigerated) 1 pint (10 oz / 280 g) cherry or grape tomatoes 1 small red onion, sliced into wedges 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or…
