Ghee is clarified butter, so it is made from milk, though most of the milk proteins are removed. We do not count it as dairy-free here.

No. Eggs are not a dairy product, so recipes with eggs can still be dairy-free.

What can I use instead of butter for steak?

Baste with olive oil, beef tallow or a little bacon fat, and finish with fresh herbs, garlic and lemon or a spoonful of chimichurri.

Dairy-Free Recipes

Every recipe here is made without milk, butter, cream, cheese, yogurt or margarine. Steak, seafood and chicken cooked in olive oil, marinades and dry rubs, Korean barbecue and stir-fries, chowder-free seafood stews, slaws and dressings all make the list.

We checked every ingredient, including butter used just for the pan. Read labels on packaged items such as sausages, breads and chocolate, which can contain milk. If you cook for someone with a milk allergy, check for casein and whey as well.

158 recipes

Steak and beef

Barbecue Meat Loaf1 hr 10 min total
A simple meat loaf of ground beef, onion, bread crumbs and egg, topped and basted with Open Pit barbecue sauce and baked at 350°F for 1 hour.
Basic Beef Tenderloin50 min total | Serves 10 to 12
A whole trimmed and tied beef tenderloin, seared in hot oil and roasted at 450°F for 17 to 19 minutes, from very rare to medium-rare. Serves 10 to 12.
Beef Bulgogi (Marinated Ribeye)2 hr total | 4 servings | 31 g protein per serving
Paper-thin slices of ribeye marinated in soy sauce, brown sugar, grated pear, garlic, ginger and sesame oil, then seared fast in a very hot skillet with onion and green onions. Serves 4.
Beef Negimaki1 hr 5 min total | 4 servings
Thin slices of beef rolled around tender scallions, seared and glazed in a sweet soy teriyaki sauce, then sliced into bite-size rounds. Serves 4.
Beef Steak and Potato Scallop2 hr total | 4 to 6 servings
Cubes of round steak browned with onion and baked in a seasoned gravy, then topped with thin-sliced potatoes and baked until tender and golden. Serves 4 to 6.
Beef Stew with Onion Soup and Ketchup3 hr 25 min total
Seasoned, floured beef cubes seared and simmered 3 hours with onions, ketchup and Lipton onion soup mix, with potatoes added for the last hour and Kitchen Bouquet for color.
Beef and Broccoli30 min total | 4 servings
Tender sliced flank steak and crisp broccoli stir-fried in a glossy garlic, ginger and oyster sauce. Better than takeout in 30 minutes; serves 4.
Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine Porterhouse)40 min total | 4 servings
A thick-cut porterhouse grilled hot and fast over charcoal until charred outside and rare within, sliced off the bone and finished with olive oil, salt and lemon. Serves 4.
Brisket (Yummy and Easy)3 hr 50 min total
A tender holiday brisket browned in the oven, then braised under onions, carrots, celery, mushrooms and potatoes with brown sugar and sherry until fork-soft.
Carne Asada4 hr 35 min total | 6 servings
Flank or skirt steak marinated in orange and lime juice with garlic, jalapeño, cilantro and cumin, grilled over high heat and sliced for tacos or plates. Serves 6.
Glazed Corned Beef (Two Glazes)3 hr 30 min total | 8 to 12 servings (5 pounds first cut)
First-cut corned beef simmered with an onion until fork-tender, studded with cloves and glazed in a hot oven with apricot-honey-Sabra or brown sugar and Gulden's mustard. Serves 8 to 12.
Herbed Beef Kebabs6 hr 50 min total
Sirloin cubes and green pepper marinated 6 hours to overnight in an herbed mustard and vinegar marinade, grilled with mushrooms over slow coals, with tomatoes on their own skewers.
Instant Pot Braised Short Ribs1 hr 55 min total | 4 servings
Bone-in beef short ribs browned and pressure-cooked in red wine with garlic and tomato until meltingly tender, finished in a glossy reduced sauce. Serves 4.
Japchae (Glass Noodles with Beef and Vegetables)55 min total | 4 to 6 servings
Chewy sweet potato glass noodles tossed with marinated beef, spinach, carrot, onion, bell pepper, snow peas and mushrooms in a sweet soy and sesame sauce. Serves 4 to 6, warm or at room temperature.
Korean Ground Beef Bowls25 min total | 4 servings
Lean ground beef browned with garlic and green onion and simmered in a sweet soy, sesame and ginger sauce with a little heat, spooned over hot rice. Dinner in 25 minutes; serves 4.
LA Galbi (Grilled Korean Short Ribs)4 hr 35 min total | 6 servings | 7 g net carbs per serving
Thin flanken-cut beef short ribs soaked in a soy, pear, garlic and sesame marinade for at least 4 hours, then grilled over high heat for just a few minutes per side. Serves 6.
Lipton Onion-Mushroom Meat Loaf55 min total | Serves 6
A juicy meat loaf of ground beef with Lipton onion-mushroom soup mix, soft bread crumbs, egg, catsup and water, baked at 350°F for 45 minutes. Serves 6.
Meal on Kabobs (Marinated Sirloin Kabobs)2 hr 35 min total | 6 servings (6 skewers)
Sirloin steak cubes marinated in tomato juice, vinegar and mustard, then grilled on skewers with mushrooms, green pepper, cherry tomatoes and fresh pineapple. Serves 6.
Mongolian Beef30 min total | 4 servings
Crispy-edged slices of flank steak tossed in a sweet, savory soy, brown sugar, garlic and ginger glaze with green onions. Serves 4.
New England Marinated Steak Tips4 hr 27 min total | 4 servings
Sirloin tips marinated in soy, garlic, brown sugar and Worcestershire, then grilled or pan-seared until caramelized. A New England pub favorite. Serves 4.
Paul Lynde's Beef Stew6 hr 45 min total
A hands-off oven stew of lean beef with canned carrots, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, peas and green beans, consomme, white wine and tapioca, baked covered at 250°F for 6 to 7 hours.
Peggy's Roast Beef in a Hurry1 hr 10 min total
A fast high-heat roast beef: the roast is rolled in seasoned flour, seared at 550°F for 5 minutes per pound, then finished at 325°F for 15 minutes per pound.
Pirate Steak (Beer-Basted Grilled Sirloin)1 hr 20 min total | 8 servings
A thick sirloin steak grilled over medium coals and basted with a simmered sauce of beer, chili sauce, onion, garlic, soy sauce, Dijon mustard and a touch of liquid smoke. Serves 8.
Prime Rib Roast (Standing Rib Roast)2 hr 50 min total | 6 to 8 servings
A bone-in standing rib roast rubbed with garlic, herbs and salt, started at 450°F for a browned crust and finished at 325°F to a rosy medium-rare. Serves 6 to 8.
Prize Winning Beef 'n' Brew26 hr 30 min total
A sirloin-tip roast soaked overnight in beer, rubbed with seasoned flour, roasted rare, sliced thin and marinated overnight in a sherry, Burgundy and tomato marinade. Made for picnics.
Reverse-Seared Thick-Cut Steak1 hr 10 min total | 2 to 3 servings
A 1 1/2 to 2-inch steak cooked slowly in a 250°F oven, then seared in a blazing skillet for an even edge-to-edge pink center and a dark crust. Serves 2 to 3.
Shortcut Cubed Steak Stew1 hr 5 min total | 6 servings
A quick beef stew made with strips of cubed steak, potatoes, onion, garlic, tomatoes, peas and green pepper. Ready in about an hour and serves 6.
Sloppy Joes50 min total
Classic barbecued hamburger: browned ground beef simmered with sauteed onions, ketchup, mustard, vinegar, sugar and Worcestershire for half an hour. Serve on buns.
Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Chili6 hr 20 min total | 8 servings
A thick, hearty chili of browned ground beef, kidney and pinto beans, tomatoes, onion and peppers, slow-cooked with chili powder and cumin. Serves 8.
Slow Cooker Pot Roast8 hr 25 min total | 6 servings
A browned chuck roast slow-cooked with carrots, potatoes, onions, garlic and herbs in beef broth until fork-tender, with the juices made into gravy. Serves 6.
Sofia's Korean Beef Ramen40 min total | 4 servings
Seared strips of flank steak and ramen noodles tossed in a sweet soy, garlic and sesame sauce with sweet red pepper, each bowl topped with a jammy egg and garden onions. Serves 4.
Spiced Marinated London Broil1 hr 30 min total
London broil tenderized, generously seasoned with garlic, onion, seasoned salt and celery salt, glazed with ketchup and vinegar and Worcestershire, and barbecued to taste.
Steak Pizzaiola40 min total | 4 servings
Seared steaks simmered briefly in a quick tomato sauce with garlic, oregano and sweet peppers, the way a pizza maker would sauce them. Serves 4.
Steamed Mandu (Korean Pork and Beef Dumplings)1 hr 25 min total | About 30 dumplings, 6 servings
Homemade Korean dumplings filled with ground pork and beef, tofu, napa cabbage, green onion, garlic and ginger, folded into rounds and steamed until tender. Makes about 30.
Sweet and Sour Meatballs2 hr 25 min total
Beef meatballs simmered in a sweet and sour sauce of onions, ketchup and brown sugar. Make them cocktail size or dinner size; they are even better the second day.
Teriyaki Beef Steak12 hr 21 min total
Flank or sandwich steak marinated overnight in soy sauce, sherry, honey and plenty of garlic, cut in thin strips, optionally wrapped around mushrooms, and broiled.
Texas Chili (Chili con Carne)3 hr 30 min total | 8 servings
True Texas red: cubes of beef chuck simmered for hours in a sauce of toasted dried chiles, garlic, cumin and oregano, thickened with masa. No beans. Serves 8.
Texas Hash1 hr 30 min total | 4 to 6 servings
Ground beef, onions, green pepper, tomatoes, rice and chili powder baked together in one casserole dish. A hearty one-dish dinner that serves 4 to 6.
Texas Smoked Brisket13 hr 30 min total | 12 to 16 servings
A whole packer brisket rubbed with coarse salt and pepper, smoked low and slow over oak or hickory, wrapped in butcher paper and rested until tender. Serves 12 to 16.
Thai Beef Salad (Yum Nua)40 min total | 4 servings
Grilled steak sliced thin and tossed with lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, mint and cilantro in a hot, sour and salty lime and fish sauce dressing. Serves 4.
Thai Cobb Steak Salad with Lemongrass and Peanut Dressings1 hr 30 min total | 24 servings
A party-size Thai-style cobb salad of grilled sirloin, iceberg, tomato, avocado, bean sprouts, green onion and cilantro with a lemongrass lime vinaigrette and a peanut dressing. Serves 24.
Vegan Swedish Meatballs1 hr total | 4 servings (about 24 meatballs)
Baked lentil and mushroom meatballs seasoned with allspice and nutmeg, in a creamy brown gravy made with oat milk and soy sauce. Serves 4.
Vegan Three-Bean Chili1 hr 10 min total | 6 servings
A hearty, smoky chili of kidney, pinto and black beans simmered with tomatoes, peppers, chili powder, cumin and a touch of cocoa, thickened with masa. Serves 6.

Seafood

Air Fryer Salmon13 min total | 4 servings
Salmon fillets brushed with a honey, Dijon and garlic glaze and air-fried in about 8 minutes until flaky inside with lightly crisp edges. Serves 4.
Baccala Salad (Salt Cod Salad)2 days 35 min total | 8 servings
Soaked and gently poached salt cod flaked and tossed with celery, black olives, roasted red peppers, parsley, garlic, lemon and olive oil. A Christmas Eve classic. Serves 8.
Blackened Tuna with Mango Salsa3 hr 35 min total | 4 servings
Lime-and-garlic marinated tuna steaks coated in a homemade blackening spice, seared in a hot skillet and served on a cool, fresh mango salsa. Serves 4.
Bouillabaisse1 hr 15 min total | 6 servings
The Provencal fisherman's stew: white fish, shrimp and mussels simmered in a saffron, fennel, tomato and orange broth, served with toasts and garlicky rouille. Serves 6.
Cioppino (San Francisco Seafood Stew)1 hr 10 min total | 6 servings
The Italian-American fisherman's stew of San Francisco: clams, mussels, shrimp and firm white fish simmered in a garlicky tomato and white wine broth. Serve with sourdough. Serves 6.
Classic Shrimp Cocktail55 min total | 6 servings
Large shrimp poached in a lemony court bouillon, chilled on ice and served with a zesty homemade horseradish cocktail sauce. Serves 6.
Creole Jambalaya1 hr 10 min total | 6 to 8 servings
A one-pot New Orleans rice dish of andouille, chicken and shrimp cooked with tomatoes, the holy trinity and Creole spices. Serves 6 to 8.
Escalope of Salmon with Lime and Ginger24 min total | Serves 4
Salmon sliced paper thin, arranged on oiled plates, topped with fresh ginger and lime zest and baked at 500°F for just 3 to 4 minutes. Elegant and fast; serves 4.
Ginger Glazed Mahi-Mahi45 min total | 4 servings | 33 g protein per serving
Mahi-mahi fillets marinated in honey, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, fresh ginger and garlic, pan-fried and finished with the marinade reduced to a glossy glaze. Serves 4.
Gravlax with Mustard-Dill Sauce48 hr 25 min total | 10 to 12 servings
Salmon cured for two days under salt, sugar, white pepper and plenty of dill, sliced paper-thin and served with a sweet mustard-dill sauce. Serves 10 to 12 as a starter.
Haemul Pajeon (Seafood Scallion Pancake)40 min total | 2 (10-inch) pancakes, 4 servings
A crisp, savory Korean pancake loaded with whole green onions, shrimp, squid and scallops in a light, ice-cold batter, pan-fried golden and served with a tangy soy dipping sauce. Makes 2.
Hot-Smoked Salmon7 hr 20 min total | 8 servings
A side of salmon cured briefly in salt and brown sugar, then smoked over alder or apple wood until flaky, moist and lightly glazed. Serves 8.
How to Shuck and Serve Raw Oysters30 min total | 24 oysters, 4 servings
How to shuck fresh oysters safely and serve them on the half shell over ice with lemon, a shallot mignonette and cocktail sauce. Serves 4 (2 dozen oysters).
Miso Black Cod24 hr 22 min total | 4 servings
Rich black cod marinated in sweet white miso, mirin and sake, then broiled until caramelized and buttery-flaky. The famous restaurant dish at home. Serves 4.
Mock Lobster Salad12 hr 30 min total
Poor man's lobster: haddock or halibut cooked with onion, chilled overnight and folded into a Russian-style dressing of Miracle Whip, chili sauce and pimento. Serve on lettuce.
Myeolchi Bokkeum (Stir-Fried Anchovies with Shishito Peppers)22 min total | 4 to 6 servings as a side
Tiny dried anchovies toasted until crisp, then stir-fried with garlic and blistered shishito peppers in a sweet soy and honey glaze with a pinch of gochugaru. A classic banchan; serves 4 to 6.
Salmon Poke Bowl35 min total | 2 bowls | 48 g protein per serving
Cubes of sushi-grade salmon tossed in a soy, sesame and green onion dressing over rice with avocado, cucumber, edamame, carrot and sesame seeds. Serves 2.
Salmon in Foil with Lemon Dijon33 min total | 2 packets
Salmon or trout fillets sealed in foil packets with a lemon, Dijon and oil sauce and parsley, baked at 450°F for 15 to 18 minutes. Make ahead and bake when ready.
Salt and Pepper Shrimp25 min total | 4 servings
Shrimp dusted in cornstarch and fried until crisp, then tossed with garlic, sliced chiles, green onions and a seasoned salt and pepper mix. Serves 4.
Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna15 min total | 4 servings
Sushi-grade ahi tuna crusted in sesame seeds, seared for 30 seconds a side so it stays rare inside, and sliced with a soy-ginger dipping sauce. Serves 4.
Sheet Pan Salmon and Vegetables45 min total | 4 servings
Lemon-herb salmon fillets roasted on one pan with baby potatoes and asparagus for an easy, healthy weeknight dinner. Serves 4.
Sheet Pan Shrimp with Sausage and Vegetables35 min total | 4 servings
Shrimp, smoked sausage, zucchini, bell peppers and red onion tossed with Cajun seasoning and roasted on one pan in about 20 minutes. Serves 4.
Shrimp Ceviche47 min total | 6 servings
Briefly poached shrimp marinated in lime juice with tomato, cucumber, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro and avocado. Bright, cool and ready in 45 minutes. Serves 6.
Shrimp Fajitas30 min total | 4 servings | 43 g protein per serving
Spiced shrimp seared on a sizzling skillet with charred bell peppers and onions, squeezed with lime and wrapped in warm tortillas. Dinner in 30 minutes; serves 4.
Shrimp Fra Diavolo40 min total | 4 servings | 52 g protein per serving
Shrimp seared and simmered in a spicy tomato sauce with garlic, white wine, oregano and red pepper flakes, served over linguine. Serves 4.
Shrimp Pad Thai35 min total | 4 servings
Rice noodles stir-fried with shrimp, egg and a tangy tamarind, fish sauce and palm sugar sauce, topped with bean sprouts, peanuts, green onions and lime. Serves 4.
Shrimp Scampi and Pasta30 min total
A light shrimp scampi: shrimp poached in a garlic, shallot and parsley chicken broth and served over angel-hair pasta with the broth spooned on top.
Smoked Salmon Salad with Creamy Sesame Dressing20 min total | 4 servings | 8 g net carbs per serving
Mixed greens, radicchio, pea shoots and cherry tomatoes topped with rosettes of smoked salmon and thin lemon slices, served with a creamy roasted sesame dressing. Serves 4.
Spicy Clam Bibimbap (Kkomak Bibimbap)1 hr 5 min total | 4 servings
Briefly boiled clams chopped and tossed with soy sauce, red and green chiles, garlic, gochugaru and sesame, served over rice with garlic chives, onion and crumbled seaweed. Serves 4.
Steamers (Steamed Clams)2 hr 20 min total | 1 pound of clams
New England steamers: soft-shell clams soaked to purge the sand, steamed for 15 minutes, and served with their broth, drawn butter and lemon.
Teriyaki Salmon25 min total | 4 servings
Salmon fillets seared until crisp, then glazed in a quick homemade teriyaki sauce of soy, mirin, sake and sugar. Serve with rice and broccoli. Serves 4.

Chicken and poultry

Air Fryer Chicken Wings30 min total | 4 servings
Extra-crispy chicken wings with a simple garlic, paprika and pepper rub, air-fried in about 25 minutes with no oil. Serve plain or tossed in any sauce. Serves 4.
Broiled Chicken with Orange Sauce50 min total
Split broilers sprinkled with ginger and salt, broiled golden, then basted with orange juice concentrate and water or orange liqueur until tender, about 30 minutes.
Chicken Cooked with Stuff1 hr 45 min total
A whole cut-up chicken dredged in seasoned flour, browned, then baked at 425°F in a sweet and tangy sauce of ketchup, sherry, honey, Worcestershire and sauteed onion rings.
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo2 hr 25 min total | 8 servings
A deep, dark-roux Cajun gumbo of chicken thighs, smoked andouille and the holy trinity, simmered with thyme and cayenne and served over rice. Serves 8.
Chopped Liver40 min total
Classic Jewish chopped liver: chicken livers and onion cooked in schmaltz and chopped by hand or ground with hard-boiled eggs. Never in a blender.
Dakgangjeong (Sweet and Spicy Crispy Chicken)50 min total | 4 servings
Bite-size pieces of chicken thigh fried twice until shatteringly crisp, then tossed in a sticky gochujang, honey and garlic glaze and topped with chopped peanuts. Serves 4.
Dijon Chicken with Pineapple1 hr 5 min total
Split chicken breasts browned under the broiler, then baked at 400°F in a pineapple juice, Dijon, garlic, rosemary and Worcestershire sauce and topped with pineapple and lemon slices.
Garlic Rosemary Roasted Cornish Game Hens1 hr 20 min total | 4 servings
Whole Cornish game hens rubbed with garlic, rosemary, lemon zest and olive oil and roasted at 400°F until crisp and golden. One small bird per person; serves 4.
Grilled Chicken and Strawberry Salad with Candied Pecans31 min total | 4 servings
Grilled chicken breast over crisp lettuce with fresh strawberries, candied pecans and a sweet homemade red wine vinaigrette. Serves 4.
Minestrone Soup12 hr 35 min total | 8 one-cup servings
A quick minestrone of onion, carrot, celery, cabbage, peas and lima or kidney beans simmered in bouillon and finished with spaghetti sauce. Makes 8 one-cup servings.
Oven Fried Chicken55 min total
Easy oven fried chicken: skin-on pieces rolled in bottled Italian dressing and corn flake crumbs and baked at 375°F for 45 minutes.
Sesame Chicken with Apricot Sauce1 hr 5 min total
Chicken breasts breaded in sesame seeds and bread crumbs, fried until golden, then baked at 350°F under a sweet apricot, soy and garlic sauce.
Sticky Orange Chicken1 hr 10 min total
A cut-up chicken spread with orange marmalade, soy sauce, garlic and ginger and baked at 350°F for an hour until sticky and glazed.
Turkey Vegetable Barley Soup2 hr 20 min total | A large pot
A hearty soup made from the leftover turkey carcass with onions, carrots, celery and other vegetables plus a vegetable barley soup mix, simmered about 2 hours. Freezes well.

Pork

Brown Sugar Glazed Holiday Ham2 hr 40 min total | 12 to 16 servings
A spiral-cut ham warmed slowly and brushed with a glossy brown sugar, Dijon, orange and clove glaze until caramelized. Serves 12 to 16.
Cajun Grilled Pork25 min total | 4 servings
Boneless pork chops or tenderloin coated in a quick homemade Cajun rub of paprika, cayenne, sage, black pepper and seasoned salt, then grilled. Serves 4.
Glazed Spareribs1 hr 45 min total | 4 servings | 45 g protein per serving
Pork spareribs oven-roasted and basted with a tangy glaze of tomato sauce, molasses, vinegar, dry mustard and onion dressing mix. Serves 4.
Grilled Baby Back Ribs with Homemade Barbecue Sauce3 hr 20 min total | 4 servings
Baby back ribs baked low and slow in foil until tender, then finished on a hot grill with a homemade whiskey, honey and molasses barbecue sauce. Serves 4.
Hawaiian Country-Style Ribs2 hr total | 2 to 3 servings
Country-style pork ribs baked in a soy, sherry, ginger and pineapple juice marinade, then finished with a sticky brown sugar and pineapple glaze. Serves 2 to 3.
Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi Stew with Pork and Tofu)45 min total | 4 servings | 8 g net carbs per serving
A bubbling, spicy Korean stew of well-fermented kimchi and sliced pork belly simmered with onion, garlic and gochugaru, finished with soft tofu, green onion and green chile. Serves 4.
Pork Roast with Apple-Chili Glaze2 hr 10 min total | 8 to 10 servings
A boneless pork loin roast rubbed with chili powder and garlic, roasted and glazed with a sweet and tangy sauce of apple jelly, ketchup, vinegar and chili powder. Serves 8 to 10.
Pressure-Cooker Ribs and Sauerkraut1 hr total | 4 to 6 servings
Pork spareribs layered with sauerkraut, caraway, brown sugar, onion, potatoes and carrots and cooked in a pressure cooker for a complete one-pot dinner. Serves 4 to 6.
Spicy Asian Sweet and Sour Pork1 hr total | 4 to 6 servings | 12 g net carbs per serving
Oven-baked sweet and sour pork with onions and bell peppers in a blender sauce of pineapple, garlic, cayenne, soy sauce and cider vinegar. Serves 4 to 6.
Ärtsoppa (Swedish Yellow Pea Soup with Pork)14 hr 15 min total | 6 servings
Thick, hearty Swedish yellow pea soup simmered with pork and onion and seasoned with marjoram and thyme, served with mustard. The traditional Thursday supper. Serves 6.

Soups

Vegetarian Split Pea Soup4 hr 20 min total
A hearty vegetarian split pea soup simmered 3 to 4 hours with sauteed onion, garlic, celery, potato and carrots, finished with red wine, thyme, a touch of sesame oil and vinegar.

Vegetables, salads and meatless dishes

Blender Potato Latkes30 min total | About 16 small latkes
Quick Hanukkah potato latkes made in a blender with unpeeled potatoes, onion, egg, flour and baking powder, fried by the tablespoon and served with applesauce or sour cream.
Charro Beans (Frijoles Charros)10 hr 15 min total | 8 servings
Hearty Texas pinto beans simmered with bacon, onion, tomato, jalapeño and cilantro into a smoky, brothy side for fajitas and carne asada. Serves 8.
Cranberry Orange Relish25 min total
A cooked cranberry relish of fresh cranberries simmered in sugar syrup until most of the berries burst, finished with cinnamon and orange marmalade.
Creamy Coleslaw1 hr 15 min total | 8 servings
Crisp shredded cabbage and carrot in a tangy, creamy dressing of mayonnaise, cider vinegar, a little sugar, Dijon and celery seed. Serves 8.
Doctored Baked Beans1 hr 40 min total
Canned baked beans baked slowly with brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, minced onion and green pepper at 325°F for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
Garlic Matzah12 min total
Matzah brushed with a garlic and oil paste and broiled for 1 to 2 minutes until golden. Garlic bread for Passover.
Katherine's Spinach Salad12 hr 20 min total
Spinach salad with chopped hard-boiled eggs and crumbled bacon, dressed with a sweet and tangy tomato soup dressing made the day before.
Kimchi Fried Rice25 min total | 2 to 3 servings
Day-old rice stir-fried with chopped ripe kimchi, bacon, onion and a spoonful of gochujang, finished with sesame oil and topped with a runny fried egg. Ready in 25 minutes; serves 2 to 3.
Knäckebröd (Swedish Rye Crispbread)1 hr 15 min total | 8 large rounds
Thin, crunchy Swedish rye crispbread rounds with a hole in the middle, made from rye flour, a little yeast and seeds and baked until crisp. Perfect with butter, cheese and gravlax. Makes 8 large rounds.
Mandarin Orange Salad1 hr 25 min total
A crisp salad of iceberg and Romaine with celery, green onions, mandarin oranges and sugared almonds, tossed with a sweet parsley vinaigrette.
Mexican Rice (Arroz Rojo)50 min total | 6 servings
Fluffy red rice toasted in oil until golden, then simmered with a blended tomato, onion and garlic broth. The classic side for enchiladas and fajitas. Serves 6.
Mongolian Tofu35 min total | 4 servings
Crisp cornstarch-coated tofu tossed in a sweet and savory garlic, ginger and soy glaze with green onions. Serves 4.
Oi Muchim (Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad)25 min total | 4 servings | 7 g net carbs per serving
Chunky angle-cut cucumbers salted to draw out water, then tossed with garlic, red chile, green onion, gochugaru, rice vinegar and sesame. A crunchy, tangy side ready in 25 minutes; serves 4.
Passover Bulkies (Rolls)40 min total | About 12 rolls
Kosher for Passover rolls made like a choux paste from boiled oil and water, matzah meal and eggs, dropped by spoonfuls and baked until puffed and golden.
Potato Salad2 hr 10 min total
Old-fashioned potato salad of tender cubed potatoes with grated carrot and onion in a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar and water shaken in a jar.
Pressgurka (Swedish Pickled Cucumber)55 min total | 6 servings
Paper-thin cucumber slices pressed with salt and quickly pickled in a sweet vinegar brine with parsley and white pepper. The classic side for Swedish meatballs. Serves 6.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon45 min total | 6 to 8 servings
Halved Brussels sprouts roasted at high heat with crisp bacon until deeply caramelized, then finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Serves 6 to 8.
Rosemary Focaccia3 hr 15 min total | 1 (9 x 13-inch) pan, 12 pieces
A soft, airy Italian flatbread baked in a sheet pan with plenty of olive oil, dimpled and topped with fresh rosemary and flaky salt until golden and crisp. Makes one 9 x 13-inch pan.
Sandra's Cole Slaw15 min total
A simple cole slaw of shredded cabbage and carrots with chopped onion, dressed with the same creamy mayonnaise dressing as Sandra's potato salad.
Stuffed Mushrooms with Liverwurst and Spinach35 min total
Large mushroom caps filled with a bit of liverwurst and topped with Stouffer's spinach souffle, baked at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes.
Sweet Potato Cups in Orange Shells40 min total | 4 orange cups
Mashed sweet potatoes blended with fresh orange and optional crushed pineapple, piled into hollowed orange halves, topped with a marshmallow and baked at 350°F.
Tomato Bruschetta35 min total | About 16 pieces
Slices of grilled country bread rubbed with garlic and topped with ripe chopped tomatoes, fresh basil and good olive oil. The simplest Italian starter. Makes about 16.
Tzimmis1 hr 10 min total
An easy and yummy tzimmis: sweet potatoes and small carrots baked with maple syrup under slices of kishke for an hour.
Vegan Candied Sweet Potatoes1 hr 15 min total | 8 servings
Sweet potato slices baked in a glossy glaze of vegan butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, orange juice and warm spices. Serves 8.
Vegan Creamed Spinach25 min total | 4 servings
Steakhouse-style creamed spinach made with a cashew and oat milk cream sauce, shallot, garlic, nutmeg and nutritional yeast. Serves 4.
Vegan Eggplant Parmesan1 hr 30 min total | 6 servings
Crisp breaded eggplant slices layered with marinara, melty plant-based mozzarella and a nutritional-yeast "Parmesan," baked until bubbling. Serves 6.
Vegan Garlic Mashed Potatoes40 min total | 6 servings
Creamy Yukon Gold potatoes mashed with garlic simmered in olive oil, vegan butter and warm oat milk. Serves 6.
Vegan Lasagna with Tofu Ricotta1 hr 45 min total | 8 servings
Layers of lasagna noodles, marinara, a creamy tofu and spinach "ricotta" and plant-based mozzarella, baked until golden. Serves 8.
Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes45 min total | 6 sandwiches
Brown lentils simmered in a tangy-sweet sauce of tomato, ketchup, mustard and vegan Worcestershire, piled onto soft buns. Makes 6 sandwiches.
Vegan Pesto Pasta22 min total | 4 servings
A bright basil pesto made with pine nuts, garlic, lemon and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan, tossed with hot pasta. Serves 4.

Appetizers, dips and spreads

Baked Salami55 min total | 1 salami
A whole kosher or Jewish-style salami scored in a crosshatch, coated with Ah-So sauce and baked at 350°F until it swells, crisps and bursts. Sandra's cocktail party sensation.
Cranberry-Herring Dip5 min total | About 3 1/2 cups
A two-ingredient party dip of whole berry cranberry sauce and herring tidbits, chilled and served with crackers. Sweet, tart and briny.
Marinated Mushrooms and Artichokes24 hr 30 min total
Artichoke hearts and halved fresh mushrooms marinated for at least 24 hours in cider vinegar, oil, garlic, bay, peppercorns, chervil and oregano. Serve with toothpicks.
Mini Hot Dogs in Currant-Mustard Sauce20 min total
Cocktail franks simmered in a sweet and tangy sauce of equal parts currant jelly and yellow mustard. A two-ingredient sauce and a party favorite.
Sticky Chicken Wings1 hr 50 min total
Chicken wings marinated in Italian dressing, soy sauce and brown sugar and slow-baked at 325°F for 1 1/2 hours, turning often, until sticky and glazed.
Sweet and Sour Vegetable Dip10 min total | About 3 cups
A tangy blender dip of sugar, dry mustard, grated onion, white vinegar and oil, finished with celery seed and paprika, served with raw vegetables. Makes about 3 cups.

Sauces, dressings and dips

Chimichurri Sauce30 min total | About 1 cup
The bright Argentine herb sauce for grilled steak: fresh parsley, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar and olive oil. Makes about 1 cup.
Guacamole10 min total | About 2 1/2 cups
Chunky, fresh guacamole of ripe avocados mashed with lime juice, onion, jalapeño, cilantro and salt, with a little tomato. Ready in 10 minutes; serves 6.
Homemade Steak Sauce35 min total | About 2 cups
A tangy, slightly sweet brown steak sauce of tomato, raisins, orange, Worcestershire, vinegar and spices, simmered and blended smooth. Makes about 2 cups.
Italian Vinaigrette10 min total | About 2 cups
A classic Italian vinaigrette of red wine vinegar and olive or vegetable oil with garlic, dry mustard, parsley, dried basil or oregano, salt and pepper. Makes about 2 cups.
Pico de Gallo30 min total | About 3 cups
Fresh, chunky salsa of chopped tomatoes, white onion, jalapeño and cilantro with lime and salt. The bright topping for tacos, fajitas and carne asada. Makes about 3 cups.
Poppy Seed Dressing5 min total | About 1/2 cup
A bright lemon and honey poppy seed dressing with Dijon mustard, a pinch of cayenne and a blend of olive and vegetable oils. Makes about 1/2 cup.
Russian Dressing5 min total | About 1 1/2 cups
A creamy, tangy Russian dressing of Miracle Whip or mayonnaise, chili sauce, white vinegar, Worcestershire and garlic powder, thinned with water. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.
Simple Sauce for Pasta2 hr 15 min total | About 2 quarts
A big-batch pasta sauce: jarred spaghetti sauce slowly simmered for two hours with bacon and onions softened in the bacon fat. Freezes beautifully.
Sweet Tomato-y French Dressing10 min total | About 2 1/2 cups
A sweet and tangy tomato French dressing, similar to Catalina, shaken together from ketchup, oil, sugar, red wine vinegar, minced onion and garlic. Makes about 2 1/2 cups.
Sweet and Tangy Sauce for Meat Loaf5 min total | About 1 3/4 cups
A sweet and tangy tomato sauce of tomato sauce, brown sugar, wine vinegar, dry mustard, Worcestershire and water, poured over a raw meat loaf before baking.

Desserts and baking

Allison's Beer Bread1 hr 5 min total | 1 loaf
A three-ingredient beer bread of self-rising flour, sugar and a can of beer, baked in a loaf pan at 300°F for 1 hour.
Challah3 hr 55 min total | 2 braided loaves
A slightly sweet, braided egg bread: King Arthur flour, sugar, eggs and oil, risen twice, glazed with egg yolk and baked at 350°F until golden. Makes 2 braided loaves.
Cowboy Cookies25 min total | About 5 dozen cookies
Crunchy oatmeal chocolate chip cowboy cookies made with rolled oats, brown and white sugar, shortening and Nestle morsels, baked at 350°F for 10 minutes.
Homemade Apple Turnovers2 hr total
Flaky homemade apple turnovers: a cinnamon and nutmeg apple filling cooked on the stove, folded into rounds of homemade pie crust and baked at 375°F until golden.
Homemade Soft Pretzels35 min total
Quick homemade pretzels from a small yeast dough sweetened with honey, shaped by hand, brushed with egg, sprinkled with kosher salt and baked at 425°F.
Noah's Brownie Puffs1 hr 45 min total | 12 brownie puffs
Brownie cupcakes from a Betty Crocker mix, baked in a muffin tin, hollowed out, filled with whipped topping and capped with their own tops. Makes 12.
Passover Meringue Lemon Pie1 hr 40 min total | 1 pie
A Passover lemon pie with a crisp baked meringue crust, optionally with nuts, filled with a tangy lemon custard thickened with potato starch.
Passover Orange Sponge Cake1 hr 20 min total | 1 (10-inch) tube cake
A tall, airy Passover sponge cake made with matzah cake meal, potato starch, 10 eggs, orange rind and lemon juice, baked in a tube pan and cooled upside down.
Vegan Brigadeiros1 hr 15 min total | About 20 brigadeiros
Brazilian chocolate truffles made with sweetened condensed coconut milk, cocoa and vegan butter, rolled in chocolate sprinkles. Makes about 20.
Vegan Chocolate Lava Cakes30 min total | 4 cakes
Individual dark chocolate cakes with a molten center hidden inside, made without eggs or dairy. Makes 4.
Vegan Cowboy Cookies45 min total | About 30 cookies
Big, chewy oatmeal cookies packed with chocolate chips, coconut and pecans, made with vegan butter and a flax egg. Makes about 30.
Vegan Finnish Mushroom Pie2 hr 10 min total | 8 servings
A flaky vegan-butter crust filled with browned mushrooms, onions and thyme bound in a silky cashew cream. Serves 8.
Vegan Strawberry Shortcake1 hr total | 8 servings
Tender vegan-butter biscuits split and filled with sugared strawberries and coconut whipped cream. Serves 8.

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Common questions

Is ghee dairy-free?: Ghee is clarified butter, so it is made from milk, though most of the milk proteins are removed. We do not count it as dairy-free here.
Are eggs dairy?: No. Eggs are not a dairy product, so recipes with eggs can still be dairy-free.
What can I use instead of butter for steak?: Baste with olive oil, beef tallow or a little bacon fat, and finish with fresh herbs, garlic and lemon or a spoonful of chimichurri.