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143 recipes

Steak and beef

Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites20 min total | 4 servings
Bite-size sirloin cubes seasoned and air-fried until browned outside and juicy inside, then tossed in melted garlic butter and parsley. Ready in 20 minutes; serves 4.
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.
Biff à la Lindström (Beef Patties with Beets and Capers)35 min total | 4 servings (8 patties)
Juicy Swedish beef patties mixed with chopped pickled beets, capers and onion, fried in butter and served with a quick cream pan sauce and potatoes. 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.
Cast-Iron Ribeye with Garlic Thyme Butter32 min total | 2 servings
A thick ribeye seared hard in a smoking-hot cast-iron skillet, then basted with butter, garlic and thyme until medium-rare. Steakhouse results at home in about 20 minutes; serves 2.
Filet Mignon with Red Wine Pan Sauce35 min total | 4 servings
Thick filet mignon steaks seared in a hot skillet, finished in the oven and served with a glossy red wine, shallot and butter pan sauce. An elegant dinner for 4.
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.
Grilled New York Strip with Herb Butter1 hr total | 4 servings
New York strip steaks grilled over high heat and topped with a slice of parsley, chive, garlic and lemon compound butter that melts into a sauce. Serves 4.
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.
Kåldolmar (Swedish Cabbage Rolls)1 hr 45 min total | 6 servings (about 14 rolls)
Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a beef, pork and rice filling, glazed with golden syrup and butter, baked until caramelized and served with cream sauce and lingonberries. Serves 6.
Loaded Beef Nachos35 min total | 6 servings
Sheet-pan nachos layered with tortilla chips, seasoned ground beef, black beans and two cheeses, baked bubbly and loaded with pico de gallo, jalapeños, guacamole and sour cream. Serves 6.
London Broil with Sauteed Onions35 min total | 6 to 8 servings
Scored flank steak brushed with a lemon and oil baste, broiled quickly, sliced thin across the grain and served with buttery sauteed onions. Serves 6 to 8.
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.
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.
Pytt i Panna (Swedish Hash with Fried Eggs)50 min total | 4 servings
The Swedish skillet hash: diced potatoes, onion and leftover roast beef or ham fried crisp in butter and topped with fried eggs and pickled beets. Serves 4.
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.
Sheet Pan Steak and Potatoes55 min total | 4 servings
Crispy roasted potato wedges and green beans on one sheet pan, with a seared sirloin finished under the broiler and topped with garlic herb butter. Serves 4.
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.
Sous Vide Steak1 hr 25 min total | 2 servings
A thick ribeye or strip steak cooked in a precise water bath to an even edge-to-edge doneness, then seared hard in cast iron for a dark crust. Serves 2.
Steak Frites1 hr total | 2 servings
A seared strip steak topped with herb butter, served with crisp twice-fried French fries and a garlic aioli. The Paris bistro classic at home. Serves 2.
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.
Steak au Poivre30 min total | 2 servings
Strip or filet steaks pressed into cracked black peppercorns, seared in a hot skillet and finished with a creamy brandy pan sauce. A French bistro classic for two.
Surf and Turf (Filet Mignon and Lobster Tail)40 min total | 2 servings
A pan-seared filet mignon topped with garlic herb butter and a broiled butterflied lobster tail, served with drawn butter, lemon and asparagus. A steakhouse dinner for two.
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.
Tomahawk Ribeye2 hr 35 min total | 2 to 3 servings
A giant long-bone ribeye cooked low in the oven, then seared hard for a dark crust and an even rosy center. A showstopper that serves 2 to 3.

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.
Air Fryer Shrimp16 min total | 4 servings
Large shrimp tossed with olive oil, garlic, paprika and a little Parmesan and air-fried in 6 minutes until crisp-edged and juicy. 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 Salmon15 min total | 4 servings
Salmon fillets coated in a smoky Cajun spice blend and seared in a very hot cast-iron skillet until a dark, flavorful crust forms. Ready in 15 minutes; serves 4.
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.
Broiled Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter23 min total | 4 servings
Lobster tails butterflied so the meat sits on top of the shell, brushed with garlic, lemon and paprika butter and broiled until just opaque. About 25 minutes; serves 4.
Cajun Seafood Boil55 min total | 6 servings
Shrimp, snow crab legs, corn, red potatoes and smoked sausage boiled in a spicy Cajun-seasoned broth and tossed with garlic butter. 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.
Cod with Coconut-Lime Curry Sauce55 min total | 4 servings
Thick cod fillets seared until golden, finished in the oven and served in a fragrant coconut, lemongrass, ginger and lime curry sauce. Serves 4.
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.
Fish Tacos with Lime Cabbage Slaw30 min total | 8 tacos, 4 servings
Chili-and-cumin seasoned cod seared in a hot skillet, flaked into warm corn tortillas and topped with a crunchy lime cabbage slaw and creamy chipotle sauce. 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.
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).
Lemon Herb Baked Salmon24 min total | 4 servings
Salmon fillets brushed with a lemon, garlic, Dijon and fresh dill butter and baked at 400°F until just flaky. Ready in about 25 minutes; 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.
New England Clambake (Stovetop)1 hr 40 min total | 4 servings
A whole New England clambake layered in one big pot: red potatoes, onions, sausage, corn, lobsters, steamers and mussels, steamed together and served with melted butter. Serves 4.
New England Fish Chowder50 min total
A simple New England fish chowder of haddock and potatoes simmered until the fish flakes, with sauteed onion and evaporated milk stirred in at the end.
Pan-Seared Sea Scallops with Lemon Butter18 min total | 4 servings
Sea scallops seared in a very hot skillet until deeply golden, then finished with a quick lemon, garlic and butter pan sauce. Ready in about 20 minutes; serves 4.
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.
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 Tacos with Lime Crema25 min total | 4 servings (12 tacos)
Chili-lime shrimp seared in minutes and tucked into warm corn tortillas with crunchy cabbage, avocado, pickled onion and a cool lime crema. Serves 4.
Shrimp and Grits50 min total | 4 servings
Creamy stone-ground Cheddar grits topped with shrimp sauteed with bacon, garlic and green onion in a spicy lemon pan sauce. The Lowcountry classic. Serves 4.
Steamed Crab Legs with Garlic Butter15 min total | 4 servings
King or snow crab legs steamed just until hot, then served with lemon and a warm garlic butter for dipping. Ready in 15 minutes; 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.
Tandoori Shrimp56 min total | 4 servings
Shrimp marinated in spiced yogurt with garam masala, paprika, ginger and garlic, grilled on skewers until charred, and served with mint chutney. 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.
Carrot Soup with Ginger50 min total
A smooth, bright carrot soup pureed with onion and fresh ginger, seasoned with cinnamon and finished with a swirl of light cream.
Chicken Enchiladas Verdes1 hr 5 min total | 6 servings (12 enchiladas)
Corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken and Monterey Jack, covered in a tangy tomatillo salsa verde, baked bubbly and topped with sour cream and cilantro. Serves 6.
Chicken Fat (Schmaltz)40 min total
How to render chicken fat, schmaltz, with a little onion, the traditional cooking fat for chopped liver, latkes and matzah balls.
Classic Buffalo Wings2 hr total | 4 to 6 servings
Extra-crispy baked chicken wings tossed in a classic hot sauce and butter Buffalo sauce, served with blue cheese dressing, celery and carrots. Serves 4 to 6.
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 Parmesan Wings2 hr total | 4 to 6 servings
Extra-crispy baked chicken wings tossed in garlic butter with grated Parmesan, parsley and a squeeze of lemon. Serves 4 to 6.
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.
Herb Butter Roast Turkey Breast2 hr 35 min total | 6 to 8 servings
A bone-in turkey breast rubbed with sage, thyme and garlic butter and roasted at 325°F until juicy. A holiday-worthy main for a smaller crowd; serves 6 to 8.
Herb-Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey4 hr 30 min total | 10 to 12 servings
A whole turkey rubbed under the skin with garlic herb butter, roasted on a bed of onions until golden and juicy, and rested before carving. Serves 10 to 12.
Lemon Chicken35 min total
Boneless chicken breasts simmered gently in butter with fresh lemon juice, garlic, salt and paprika until tender. Simple, quick and bright.
Lemon Herb Roast Chicken1 hr 55 min total | 4 to 6 servings
A whole chicken rubbed with garlic herb butter under the skin, filled with lemon and onion and roasted at 425°F until the skin is crisp and golden. Serves 4 to 6.
Pan-Seared Duck Breast with Cherry Sauce45 min total | 4 servings
Duck breasts with scored skin rendered slowly in a cold-start skillet until crisp, cooked to a rosy center and served with a quick cherry and red wine pan sauce. Serves 4.
Turkey Brine16 hr 25 min total | Enough for one 12 to 16 pound turkey
A simple wet brine of salt, brown sugar, orange, peppercorns, bay and rosemary that seasons the turkey all the way through and keeps the breast juicy. For a 12 to 16 pound turkey.
Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Kebabs1 hr 32 min total | 6 servings
Chicken breast cubes marinated in Greek yogurt with tomato paste, garlic, lemon, red pepper and sweet paprika, then grilled on skewers. Serves 6.

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.
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.
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.
Smoked Baby Back Ribs5 hr 20 min total | 4 to 6 servings
Baby back ribs rubbed with a sweet and smoky spice blend, smoked low and slow, wrapped until tender and finished with a glossy barbecue sauce glaze. 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

Candied Sweet Potatoes40 min total
Sweet potatoes baked in a glaze of orange juice, dark brown sugar, maple syrup and butter, topped with orange slices, at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Caprese Salad10 min total | 4 servings
Thick slices of ripe tomato and fresh mozzarella layered with basil leaves and finished with olive oil and flaky salt, in the colors of the Italian flag. Serves 4.
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.
Creamy Potato Bake40 min total | Serves 6
Instant mashed potatoes whipped with whipped cream cheese, egg and green onion, dotted with butter and baked at 350°F for 30 minutes. Serves 6.
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.
Dolmades with Egg and Lemon Sauce1 hr 35 min total | About 50 rolls
Grape leaves rolled around seasoned chopped meat, rice, parsley and onion, simmered 40 to 50 minutes, and served under a silky Greek egg and lemon sauce.
Garlic Mashed Potatoes40 min total | 6 servings
Creamy Yukon Gold mashed potatoes with whole garlic cloves simmered right in with the potatoes, mashed with warm milk and butter. Serves 6.
Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chili Lime Butter22 min total | 6 ears
Husked ears of corn grilled until charred in spots and brushed with a butter of lime zest, chili powder and smoked paprika. Ready in about 20 minutes; serves 6.
Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes1 hr 20 min total | 10 to 12 servings
Creamy mashed Yukon Gold potatoes enriched with cream cheese, sour cream and butter, made up to two days ahead and baked until hot with a golden top. Serves 10 to 12.
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.
Oven Browned Potatoes55 min total | Serves 6 (version I)
Two easy oven potatoes: scored, garlic-buttered baking potato halves roasted face down until golden, or quartered potatoes tossed in Italian dressing and roasted with a roast or chicken.
Pineapple-Lime Jello Mold4 hr 10 min total | 1 (1 quart) mold
A classic lime gelatin mold made creamy with sour cream and studded with crushed pineapple, set in a 1-quart mold.
Pineapple-Strawberry Jello Mold4 hr 15 min total | 1 (6 cup) mold
A creamy lemon gelatin mold with sour cream, whole thawed strawberries and crushed pineapple, set in a 6-cup mold or individual dishes.
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.
Risotto alla Milanese (Saffron Risotto)40 min total | 4 to 6 servings
Creamy golden risotto made with Arborio rice, white wine, saffron and broth, stirred until silky and finished with butter and Parmesan. The classic partner for osso buco. Serves 4 to 6.
Roasted Asparagus with Lemon and Parmesan22 min total | 4 servings
Asparagus spears roasted at 425°F with olive oil and garlic until tender-crisp, then finished with lemon zest, lemon juice and shaved Parmesan. Serves 4.
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.
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.
Seven Layer Salad2 hr 25 min total | Serves at least 12
The classic make-ahead party salad: iceberg, chives, celery, water chestnuts and peas layered under Miracle Whip, Parmesan and garlic, chilled and tossed with chopped eggs. Serves at least 12.
South American Sweet Potato-Cranberry Casserole1 hr 15 min total
Layers of sweet potatoes, apricots, bananas and cranberry sauce baked with a buttery apricot syrup and topped with toasted coconut.
Spinach Salad with Bleu Cheese Dressing20 min total
Spinach tossed with diced red apple, sweet onion rings and hard-boiled eggs in a creamy bleu cheese, mayonnaise and sour cream dressing.
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.

Appetizers, dips and spreads

Cheddar Cheese Ball20 min total | 1 large cheese ball
A classic party cheese ball of cream cheese, Wispride Cheddar spread, Danish bleu cheese and grated onion, rolled in chopped walnuts and parsley. Serve with crackers.
Crab By Gosh or By Golly15 min total | One 8-inch platter
A layered crab appetizer: seasoned cream cheese spread on a plate, topped with crab meat and a jar of cocktail sauce. Serve with crackers.
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.
Cream Cheese Vegetable Dip with Green Olives15 min total | About 2 cups
A creamy vegetable dip of cream cheese and mayonnaise with garlic, onion, minced green olives, thyme, dry mustard and lemon juice. Makes about 2 cups.
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.
Party Cheese Snack Spread1 hr 15 min total | About 3 cups
A smooth party spread of Cheddar cheese spread, cream cheese and cottage cheese flavored with orange rind and Sabra liqueur, with crushed pecans. Makes about 3 cups.
Pier 4 Cheese Spread15 min total | About 5 cups
A whipped, fluffy Cheddar cheese spread with cream cheese, butter, white horseradish, Worcestershire and a splash of sherry. A big batch for crackers and gifts. Makes about 5 cups.
Salmon Mousse4 hr 20 min total | 1 (4 cup) mold
A molded salmon mousse of red salmon, mayonnaise, dill, paprika, lemon and whipped heavy cream, set with gelatin in a 4-cup or fish-shaped mold. Chill 4 hours.
Seven-Layer Dip20 min total | 12 servings
A party favorite layered in a clear dish: seasoned refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, Cheddar, black olives and green onions. Serves 12.
Shrimp Mold3 hr 30 min total | About 5 cups
A retro party favorite: tomato soup and cream cheese melted with gelatin, mixed with tiny shrimp, onion, celery and mayonnaise, chilled in a mold and served with crackers. Makes about 5 cups.
Sweet and Sour Cream Cheese Dip10 min total | About 3 cups
A creamy sweet and sour blender dip of cream cheese, light corn syrup, oil, vinegar, lemon juice, dry mustard, onion flakes and celery seed. Makes about 3 cups.
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.
Texas Queso Dip20 min total | About 3 cups
Smooth, velvety Tex-Mex cheese dip made from scratch with Cheddar and Monterey Jack melted into evaporated milk with green chiles, tomatoes and jalapeño. Serves 8.

Sauces, dressings and dips

Bearnaise Sauce25 min total | About 1 cup
The classic French steak sauce: egg yolks whisked with a tarragon and shallot vinegar reduction and emulsified with warm melted butter. Makes about 1 cup.
Butter and Lemon Beef Marinade2 hr 40 min total | About 1 3/4 cups, enough for 2 to 3 pounds of beef
A cooked beef marinade of butter, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, garlic and parsley that flavors and tenderizes steak for the grill or broiler.
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.
Cucumber-Buttermilk Dressing10 min total | About 1 1/2 cups
A light, fresh buttermilk dressing with grated cucumber, green onion, parsley, dill, Dijon mustard and lemon juice. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.
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.
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.
Ranch Dressing10 min total | About 2 cups
Homemade ranch dressing of mayonnaise and buttermilk with fresh chives, parsley, onion and garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Makes about 2 cups.
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.
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

Baked Rice Pudding1 hr 5 min total | 1 (8 x 8-inch) pan
Old-fashioned baked rice pudding: cooked rice in a custard of eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla, baked in an 8-inch pan.
Brigadeiros (Brazilian Chocolate Balls)2 hr 5 min total | About 25 balls
Brazil's favorite party sweet: sweetened condensed milk, butter and cocoa stirred on the stove until thick, rolled into fudgy balls and coated in chocolate sprinkles. Makes about 25.
Chocolate Roll (Buche-Style)2 hr total | 1 roll
A flourless chocolate sponge baked in a jelly roll pan, dusted with cocoa and rolled around whipped cream flavored with rum or peppermint. It cracks like tree bark.
Grilled Pineapple with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon18 min total | 6 servings
Fresh pineapple spears brushed with brown sugar, cinnamon and butter and grilled until caramelized, served warm with vanilla ice cream. Ready in 20 minutes; serves 6.
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.
Vanilla Panna Cotta with Berries4 hr 20 min total | 6 servings
Silky Italian cooked cream set with a little gelatin, flavored with vanilla and served with a fresh berry sauce. Make-ahead and elegant. Serves 6.

Common questions

How did you choose these recipes?: We checked every ingredient for wheat, barley and rye, including hidden sources like soy sauce, beer, bouillon, cream soups and crackers, and listed only the recipes that use none of them.
Is Worcestershire sauce gluten-free?: The leading US brand is labeled gluten-free, but some brands use malt vinegar, which comes from barley. Check the label.
Are corn tortillas gluten-free?: Pure corn tortillas are, but some brands add wheat flour. Look for a gluten-free label.