Tips

A hearty ham and bean soup using canned cannellini beans and cooked ham, ready in under an hour with no cream or soaking required.

Make hot honey at home with just honey, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar. Ready in minutes and easy to adjust to your heat preference.

A one-pan weeknight meal with frozen pierogi, caramelized onions, and mushrooms, ready in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.

A simple pumpkin bundt cake with autumn spices and a rich browned butter glaze. No electric mixer needed.

Make Italian sausage meat at home with pork mince and a classic spice blend. Ready in minutes, no casings needed.

A quick Thai-style basil beef with ground beef, peppers, and a savory-sweet sauce. Ready in 30 minutes using everyday pantry ingredients.

Aglio e Olio is a 3-ingredient Italian pasta made with spaghetti, garlic, and olive oil. Use good oil, salt it properly, and the result is extraordinary.

A crispy, spicy grilled cheese made with leftover chicken and homemade Buffalo sauce. Ready in 14 minutes for under $3.20.

A hearty one-pot beef chili made with simple ingredients and a homemade spice blend. Ready in about 45 minutes with six servings per batch.

A late-summer baked risotto built on grated fresh tomatoes and crispy frizzled red onions. Simple, unfussy, and easily made vegan.

Tender shredded chicken thighs slow-cooked in a sweet honey garlic sauce. A simple weeknight dinner ready in 4 to 5 hours.

A moist, fluffy honey almond loaf cake that's gluten-free and dairy-free. Made with 10 ingredients and 1 bowl — no mixer needed.