Are these recipes vegan?

No. Most use butter, cheese, eggs or cream. They are vegetarian, with no meat, poultry or fish.

What can I use instead of ground beef?

A plant-based ground meat browns and cooks much like ground beef. Cooked lentils mixed with finely chopped, well-browned mushrooms also work in chili, sloppy joes and tacos.

What can I use instead of chicken or shrimp?

Extra-firm tofu, pressed dry and cut the same way, works in stir-fries and piccata. King oyster mushrooms cut into coins stand in for shrimp and scallops.

Is Parmesan vegetarian?

Traditional Parmigiano-Reggiano is made with animal rennet. Many other brands use vegetable rennet and say so on the label.

Vegetarian Recipes

Every recipe in the main list is made without meat, poultry, fish or seafood, and without broth, gelatin, anchovies or Worcestershire sauce: meatless mains such as eggplant parmesan, manicotti, spanakopita and mushroom pie, plus sides, dips, breads and desserts.

Some cheeses, especially Parmesan, are traditionally made with animal rennet, so look for a vegetarian label if that matters to you, and check packaged soup mixes and canned soups too. Further down are meat dishes you can make vegetarian with plant-based meat, tofu, mushrooms or lentils.

151 vegetarian recipes

Meatless main 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.
Blintz Souffle55 min total | 1 (9 x 13-inch) pan
Frozen cheese blintzes baked in a sweet custard of sour cream, eggs, orange juice and vanilla. Serve with berries and sour cream for brunch or a dairy meal.
Cheese and Onion Pie1 hr total
Parboiled onions sliced, dredged in seasoned flour and baked in a pie shell under grated Cheddar and a little milk at 425°F. Great with Vidalia onions.
Cheese and Spinach Casserole1 hr 15 min total | Serves 4 to 6 | 9 g net carbs per serving
A custardy bake of cottage cheese, eggs, American cheese, butter and leaf spinach set with a little flour. Serves 4 to 6 as a vegetable or luncheon entree.
Finnish Mushroom Pie1 hr 20 min total
A rich vegetarian lattice pie of onions, mushrooms, thyme and cream cheese in a tender sour cream crust, baked at 400°F until puffy and golden.
Lasagna55 min total | 1 (13 x 9-inch) pan
An easy lasagna layered with spaghetti sauce, lasagna noodles and dabs of ricotta or cottage cheese and mozzarella, topped with Parmesan. Add browned hamburg for meat lasagna.
Matzah Brei (Matzah and Eggs)15 min total | 1 serving
Matzah brei, fried matzah: crumbled matzah or farfel soaked in beaten eggs and fried golden on both sides. Serve with maple syrup, jam or sugar.
Pesto Sauce with Pasta22 min total
Quick food-processor pesto of fresh basil, olive oil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic and salt, tossed with pasta and served hot or cold.
Sandy's Eggplant Parmesan1 hr 15 min total | 1 (13 x 9-inch) pan
Sandra's own eggplant Parmesan: thin eggplant slices double-dipped in egg and flour, fried until puffed, then layered with sauce, mozzarella and Romano and baked.
Spinach Pie (Spanakopita)1 hr 30 min total | 1 (9 x 13-inch) pan
Greek spinach pie: spinach, two pounds of feta, eggs and a creamy bechamel layered between buttery sheets of phyllo in a 9 x 13 pan and baked until golden.
Spinach Squares55 min total
A savory spinach bake of chopped spinach, sauteed mushrooms and onion, cream of mushroom soup, eggs, bread crumbs and Parmesan, cut into small squares.
Stir-N-Roll Pizza45 min total | 2 (13-inch) pizzas
Two quick pizzas on a no-yeast stir-and-roll dough of flour, baking powder, milk and oil, topped with tomato sauce, onion, oregano, Parmesan and mozzarella.
Susan's Home-Made Manicotti1 hr 10 min total
Manicotti made with thin homemade crepes rolled around a ricotta, egg and Parmesan filling, topped with mozzarella and sauce and baked.
Yummy Noodle Pudding (Kugel)1 hr 20 min total | 1 (9 x 13-inch) pan
A sweet dairy noodle kugel: egg noodles baked in a blended custard of cream cheese, eggs, milk, sugar and apricot nectar under a crisp cinnamon corn flake topping.

Soups

Gazpacho with Garlic Croutons2 hr 25 min total | 6 servings
Chilled gazpacho of blended tomato puree, green pepper, onion and cucumber with tomato juice, olive oil, vinegar, garlic and cumin, served with garlic croutons and garnishes. Serves 6.
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.
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.

Sides and salads

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.
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.
Delmonaco Potatoes1 hr 30 min total | Serves 8
Thin-sliced boiled potatoes layered with a creamy American cheese sauce, baked covered then uncovered until golden. Make ahead or freeze. Serves 8.
Deluxe Cheesy Potatoes1 hr 15 min total | Serves 6
Boxed hash browns with onions, rehydrated and mixed with Cheddar, sour cream, milk, onion and butter, topped with corn flake crumbs and baked at 375°F. 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.
Easy Baked Rice Casserole50 min total
A hands-off baked rice of Uncle Ben's rice, onion soup mix, soy sauce, butter and mushrooms in boiling water, baked at 350°F until the liquid is absorbed.
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.
Hasselback Potatoes1 hr 15 min total | 4 servings
Whole potatoes sliced thinly almost all the way through, basted with butter and roasted until the fanned edges are crisp and the centers creamy, finished with bread crumbs and cheese. Serves 4.
Lyonnaise Carrots20 min total | Serves 4 | 6 g net carbs per serving
Thinly sliced carrots simmered in butter with onion or shallots, thyme, a little sugar, salt and pepper until tender. Serves 4.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Spiced Squash Casserole1 hr total
Mashed winter squash whipped with butter, egg, milk, sugar, flour and warm spices, topped with corn flake crumbs and baked at 350°F for 45 minutes.
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.
Steakhouse Creamed Spinach30 min total | 4 to 6 servings | 9 g net carbs per serving
Classic steakhouse creamed spinach: tender spinach folded into a garlic and shallot cream sauce with Parmesan and a pinch of nutmeg. Serves 4 to 6.
Sweet Potato Balls55 min total
Mashed sweet potato wrapped around pineapple chunks, rolled in corn flake crumbs and melted butter and baked at 350°F for 25 minutes. Make them early in the day.
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.
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.

Appetizers and dips

Asparagus Roll-Ups45 min total | 40 pieces
Asparagus spears rolled in flattened white bread spread with a blue cheese and cream cheese filling, brushed with butter and baked at 400°F until lightly browned. Makes 40.
Cheddar 'n' Chive Triangles30 min total | 56 triangles
English muffin quarters spread with sharp Cheddar, scallions, capers and mayonnaise and broiled until golden. Freeze them ahead and bake as needed. Makes 56 triangles.
Cheese Board (Onion, Mushroom and Cheddar Squares)55 min total | 1 rimmed cookie sheet
A savory sheet-pan bake of Bisquick, egg, milk and sharp Cracker Barrel Cheddar with sauteed onions and mushrooms, baked at 350°F and cut into squares.
Chutney Cheese Dip in a Pineapple24 hr 25 min total | About 3 cups
Cream cheese blended with chopped chutney and served in a hollowed-out fresh pineapple, with pineapple cubes and sesame sticks for dipping. Makes about 3 cups.
Cinnamon Roll-Ups37 min total
Flattened white bread spread with whipped cream cheese, rolled up, dipped in butter and cinnamon sugar, cut into bites and baked at 450°F for 5 to 7 minutes. Freezes well.
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.
Garlic Bleu Cheese Dip10 min total | About 4 cups
A rich, chunky dip of mayonnaise, sour cream, cottage cheese and bleu cheese with garlic and Lawry's-style seasoned salt. Chill and serve with vegetables. Makes about 4 cups.
Garlic Bread Crumb Stuffed Mushrooms35 min total
Mushroom caps filled with buttery garlic bread crumbs and baked at 350°F until cooked through and browned on top, about 15 minutes.
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.
Honey Mustard Puff Pastry Pinwheels53 min total | 80 to 100 pinwheels
Puff pastry spread with honey mustard, rolled, sliced and baked at 375°F until golden. A pesto and Parmesan variation is included. Makes 80 to 100 pinwheels.
Knorr Vegetable Dip1 hr 5 min total | About 2 cups
The classic party dip: a pint of sour cream stirred with Knorr vegetable or leek soup mix and minced onion, chilled and served with raw vegetables. 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.
Mushroom Roll-Ups45 min total
Flattened white bread rolled around a filling of sauteed onions, diced mushrooms, cream cheese and a few drops of Tabasco, cut into pieces and baked at 425°F until brown.
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.
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.
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.
Spinach Dip3 hr 15 min total | About 4 1/2 cups
Classic spinach dip of sour cream and mayonnaise with chopped spinach, Knorr Swiss leek soup mix, scallions, dill and Italian dressing mix, chilled several hours. Makes about 4 1/2 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.
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.

Sauces, butters and dressings

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Three Steak Butters (Compound Butters)1 hr 20 min total | 3 butters, about 1/2 cup each
Three easy compound butters to melt over steak: garlic herb, blue cheese and chive, and roasted red pepper with smoked paprika. Each makes about 1/2 cup.

Breads 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.
Bessie's Corn Bread35 min total
A sweet, tender cornbread made with King Arthur flour, cornmeal, milk, melted butter, an egg and a touch of vanilla, baked at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes.
Brenda's Swedish Rolls4 hr 5 min total
Soft, slightly sweet yeast rolls of milk, butter, eggs and flour, risen three times for a light texture and baked at 400°F for 20 to 30 minutes.
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.
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.
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.
Kanelbullar (Swedish Cinnamon Buns)2 hr 35 min total | About 24 buns
Soft cardamom-scented yeast buns rolled with cinnamon butter, twisted into knots, topped with pearl sugar and baked until golden. The heart of the Swedish coffee break. Makes about 24.
Kardemummabullar (Swedish Cardamom Buns)2 hr 37 min total | About 16 buns
Twisted Swedish yeast buns filled with cardamom butter and sugar, baked golden and brushed with a light syrup and pearl sugar. Fragrant, buttery and not too sweet. Makes about 16.
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.
Lemon Tea Bread1 hr total | 1 (5 x 9-inch) loaf
A tender lemon loaf made with cake flour and lemon rind, finished with a lemon juice and sugar glaze poured over while hot to form a tart, crackly crust.
Limpa (Swedish Orange Rye Bread)2 hr 50 min total | 2 loaves
A soft, slightly sweet Swedish rye bread flavored with orange zest, fennel and anise seeds and a little molasses. Wonderful with butter, cheese or under a shrimp sandwich. Makes 2 loaves.
Lowell Inn Crescent Rolls2 hr 15 min total | 32 rolls
Soft, buttery yeast crescent rolls: a sweet dough risen once, rolled into circles, cut into wedges, rolled into crescents and baked at 400°F. Makes 32 rolls.
Lussekatter (Swedish Saffron Buns)2 hr 35 min total | About 20 buns
Golden saffron buns shaped into S-curls with a raisin in each end, baked for Saint Lucia Day on December 13. Soft, buttery and bright yellow. Makes about 20.
Michaela's Date Nut Bread1 hr 20 min total | 1 loaf
An old-fashioned date nut bread: dates simmered with butter and water, stirred into flour, sugar and walnuts, and baked in a loaf pan at 350°F for 1 hour.
One Egg Banana Bread1 hr total | 1 (9 x 5-inch) loaf
A quick, moist banana bread made in one small bowl with ripe bananas, one egg, sugar, flour and melted butter, baked at 350°F for 50 minutes. Freezes well.
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.
Pumpkin Bread1 hr 15 min total | 2 loaves
A big-batch spiced pumpkin bread of canned pumpkin, sugar, eggs and margarine with cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and allspice, baked in 2 loaf pans at 375°F for 1 hour.
Refrigerator Bran Muffins45 min total | About 6 quarts of batter
A big batch of bran muffin batter, about 6 quarts, made with two kinds of bran cereal and buttermilk, kept in the refrigerator and baked as needed at 400°F for 25 minutes.
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.
Semlor (Swedish Cream Buns)2 hr 42 min total | 12 buns
Cardamom buns hollowed out and filled with almond paste and a tall swirl of whipped cream, capped with their tops and dusted with powdered sugar. The Swedish Fat Tuesday treat. Makes 12.

Desserts

Anne's Mom's Angel Gingerbread45 min total | 1 (8 x 8-inch) pan
A light, spicy gingerbread made with molasses, ginger, cinnamon and cloves and a very thin batter, baked in an 8-inch pan and served with whipped topping.
Apple Crumb Pie1 hr 5 min total | 1 (9-inch) pie
Thinly sliced McIntosh apples in cinnamon sugar under a buttery crumb topping, baked at 400°F for 40 minutes.
Aunt Ida's Best Ever Pound Cake1 hr 20 min total | 2 loaves
Aunt Ida's best ever pound cake: a pound of butter creamed with a box of confectioners sugar, six eggs, King Arthur flour and vanilla. Makes 2 loaves.
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.
Blueberry Cake40 min total | 1 (9-inch round or 8-inch square) cake
A simple, not-too-sweet blueberry cake of flour, egg, milk or pineapple juice and fresh blueberries, baked at 375°F for 30 minutes in a 9-inch round or 8-inch square pan.
Blueberry Kuchen1 hr 20 min total | Serves 8
A springform blueberry kuchen with a buttery press-in crust, baked berry filling and a fresh berry topping, dusted with confectioners sugar. Serves 8.
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.
Butter Pecan Turtle Cookies (Bars)42 min total | 1 (9 x 13-inch) pan of bars
Turtle bars: a brown sugar shortbread crust topped with pecan halves and a quick butter caramel, baked, then swirled with melted chocolate chips.
Cannoli8 hr 25 min total | 12 cannoli
Crisp cannoli shells piped full of sweet ricotta cream flavored with vanilla, orange and cinnamon, with mini chocolate chips and pistachios on the ends. Makes 12.
Chocolate Angel Pie3 hr 30 min total | 1 (8-inch) pie
A crisp walnut meringue pie shell filled with German sweet chocolate folded into whipped cream. Chill 2 hours before serving.
Chocolate Lava Cakes28 min total | 4 cakes
Individual chocolate cakes baked in ramekins until set outside and molten in the center, turned out warm and served with whipped cream or ice cream. Serves 4.
Chocolate Mousse in a Snap4 hr 30 min total | 1 (10-inch) springform
A no-bake chocolate mousse cake: coffee-scented chocolate mousse folded with whipped egg whites and cream in a springform pan lined with ladyfingers. Chill 4 hours.
Chocolate Pecan Pie1 hr 5 min total | Serves 6 to 8
A rich chocolate pecan pie with melted chocolate chips, corn syrup, eggs and pecan halves, baked at 350°F and cooled completely before cutting. Serves 6 to 8.
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.
Cindy's Cheese Cake2 hr 55 min total | 1 (8-inch) cheesecake
A light cheesecake of cream cheese folded with sweetened beaten egg whites in a Zwieback crumb pan, topped with vanilla sour cream and toasted almonds. Best made the day before.
Cinnamon Roll Apple Cake1 hr 25 min total | 1 (9 x 9-inch) cake
A moist sour cream apple cake swirled with a brown sugar, butter and cinnamon filling and finished with a simple powdered sugar glaze, like a cinnamon roll in cake form.
Classic New York Cheesecake9 hr 35 min total | 1 (9-inch) cheesecake, 12 servings
A dense, creamy New York-style cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, baked low and slow and cooled gradually to prevent cracks. The steakhouse classic; serves 12.
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.
Easy Banana Cream Pie2 hr 10 min total | 1 pie
A no-bake banana cream pie: sliced banana under instant banana cream pudding whipped with milk and vanilla ice cream, chilled in a crumb or baked crust.
Easy No-Bake Tiramisu3 hr 15 min total | 1 (8-inch) pan
A no-bake tiramisu made in about 10 minutes: espresso-dipped ladyfingers layered with a whipped cream and mascarpone filling, dusted with cocoa and chilled.
Eclair Ring3 hr 30 min total | 1 (14-inch) ring
A giant eclair: a 14-inch ring of choux pastry split and filled with vanilla pudding and whipped topping, drizzled with chocolate frosting. A party centerpiece.
Fresh Strawberry Pie3 hr 25 min total | Serves 6 to 8
An easy summer pie: whole fresh strawberries in a baked crust under a glaze of cooked crushed berries, sugar and cornstarch, chilled and served with whipped cream.
Grapenut Custard Pudding1 hr 10 min total
A New England classic: a creamy baked egg custard with Grape-Nuts cereal and optional raisins, topped with cinnamon sugar.
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.
Hershey's Disappearing Cake55 min total | 1 (9-inch) two-layer cake
A moist two-layer cocoa cake made with butter, shortening, Hershey's cocoa and milk, baked in two 9-inch rounds. It disappears fast.
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.
Hot Fudge Pudding Cake50 min total
A magic self-saucing chocolate dessert: a Bisquick batter topped with brown sugar and melted chocolate water bakes into cake over a pool of hot fudge sauce.
Key Lime Pie3 hr 45 min total | 1 (9-inch) pie, 8 servings
A tart, creamy key lime pie with a buttery graham cracker crust and a filling of lime juice, egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk, topped with whipped cream. Serves 8.
Lemon Baked Alaska13 hr total | 1 (9-inch) pie
Sandra's all-time favorite: layers of vanilla ice cream and homemade lemon curd frozen in a pie crust, then covered with meringue and browned in a 500°F oven.
M&M Cookies27 min total | 3 dozen cookies
Chewy brown sugar chocolate chip cookies topped with M&M's before baking. Makes 3 dozen.
Mellomacarona (Greek Honey Cookies)1 hr 10 min total | About 4 dozen cookies
Greek Christmas cookies made with olive oil, orange juice, cinnamon, cloves and a splash of whiskey, dipped hot in honey syrup and sprinkled with cinnamon pecans.
Mocha Swedish Chocolate Balls (Chokladbollar)1 hr 50 min total | About 20 balls
No-bake Swedish chokladbollar of butter, sugar, cocoa and rolled oats with an extra splash of strong coffee for a mocha flavor, rolled in pearl sugar or coconut. Makes about 20.
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.
Nut Bread Coffee Cake15 min total | 1 loaf
A shortcut coffee cake: a boxed nut bread mix layered with a sweet cream cheese and vanilla filling and baked in a loaf pan.
Passover Brownies (with Marble Variation)45 min total | 1 (9 x 9-inch) pan
Fudgy Passover brownies made with matzah cake meal, cocoa, butter, eggs and sugar, with an optional cream cheese swirl for marble brownies.
Passover Granola35 min total
Crunchy Passover granola of matzah farfel, nuts, coconut and raisins baked in butter, oil, brown sugar and cinnamon. Great for breakfast and snacks.
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.
Sandra's Key Lime Pie with Meringue2 hr 27 min total | 1 (8-inch) pie
Sandra's key lime pie: sweetened condensed milk, lime juice and egg yolks in a baked crust, topped with meringue and browned at 325°F.
Seven Layer Bars45 min total | 1 (9 x 9-inch) pan of 1-inch squares
Classic seven layer bars: graham crumbs, coconut, chocolate and butterscotch chips and walnuts layered over melted butter and baked under sweetened condensed milk.
Strawberry Shortcake1 hr 10 min total | 8 servings
Tender homemade cream biscuits split and filled with juicy sugared strawberries and softly whipped cream. A summer classic; serves 8.
Tres Leches Cake4 hr 55 min total | 1 (9 x 13-inch) cake, 12 servings
A light sponge cake soaked in three milks, evaporated, sweetened condensed and cream, chilled until moist and topped with whipped cream and cinnamon. Serves 12.
Twisters (Rugelach-Style Cookies)13 hr 25 min total | 64 cookies
Sandra's wonderful Jewish cookies: a rich yeast dough chilled overnight, rolled in cinnamon sugar and nuts, cut into wedges and rolled into crescents. Always makes 64.
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.
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.

63 meat dishes you can make vegetarian

Plant-based meat, tofu, mushrooms and lentils can stand in for the meat in these recipes. The swaps are listed on each card and recipe page; expect a different texture, and cook plant-based meats to the package directions.

Steak and beef

Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites20 min total | 4 servings | Swap: seitan or extra-firm tofu cut the same way
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.
Barbecue Meat Loaf1 hr 10 min total | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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.
Barbecued Beefies (Baked Barbecue Beef Patties)1 hr 25 min total | 16 patties, about 8 servings | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
Ground beef and oat patties baked in a homemade barbecue sauce of onion, ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire, chili powder and paprika. Makes 16 patties.
Beef Enchiladas with Chili Gravy1 hr 10 min total | 6 servings (12 enchiladas) | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
Classic Tex-Mex enchiladas: corn tortillas rolled around seasoned ground beef and Cheddar, smothered in a cumin-spiced chili gravy and baked until bubbling. Serves 6.
Beef and Broccoli30 min total | 4 servings | Swap: seitan or extra-firm tofu cut the same way
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.
Biff à la Lindström (Beef Patties with Beets and Capers)35 min total | 4 servings (8 patties) | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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.
Classic Grilled Cheeseburger27 min total | 4 burgers | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
Thick, juicy grilled beef patties with melted American cheese on toasted sesame buns with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles. Makes 4.
Dolmades with Egg and Lemon Sauce1 hr 35 min total | About 50 rolls | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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.
Italian Meat Balls1 hr 50 min total | About 18 meatballs | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
Tender Italian meatballs of ground beef with grated raw potato, egg, Parmesan and oregano, oven-baked on racks and then simmered in sauce for an hour.
Italian Meat Loaf1 hr 25 min total | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
An Italian-style meat loaf of ground beef with soaked bread, onion, parsley and Parmesan, baked, then finished with tomato sauce and oregano. Freezes well before the sauce goes on.
Japchae (Glass Noodles with Beef and Vegetables)55 min total | 4 to 6 servings | Swap: seitan or extra-firm tofu cut the same way
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 | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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.
Kåldolmar (Swedish Cabbage Rolls)1 hr 45 min total | 6 servings (about 14 rolls) | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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.
Lipton Onion-Mushroom Meat Loaf55 min total | Serves 6 | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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.
Loaded Beef Nachos35 min total | 6 servings | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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.
Meal on Kabobs (Marinated Sirloin Kabobs)2 hr 35 min total | 6 servings (6 skewers) | Swap: seitan or extra-firm tofu cut the same way
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.
Meat Loaf with Cheese1 hr 15 min total | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
A cheesy meat loaf of ground beef with cubes of cheese, bread crumbs, beaten eggs, tomato sauce and garlic, baked at 350°F for 1 hour.
Mongolian Beef30 min total | 4 servings | Swap: seitan or extra-firm tofu cut the same way
Crispy-edged slices of flank steak tossed in a sweet, savory soy, brown sugar, garlic and ginger glaze with green onions. Serves 4.
Paul Lynde's Beef Stew6 hr 45 min total | Swap: seitan or extra-firm tofu cut the same way
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.
Shortcut Cubed Steak Stew1 hr 5 min total | 6 servings | Swap: seitan or extra-firm tofu cut the same way
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 | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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 | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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.
Smash Burgers25 min total | 4 double burgers | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
Double smash burgers with thin, crispy-edged patties pressed onto a hot griddle, melted American cheese, pickles and a tangy burger sauce on soft buns. Makes 4.
Steamed Mandu (Korean Pork and Beef Dumplings)1 hr 25 min total | About 30 dumplings, 6 servings | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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.
Swedish Meatballs (Köttbullar) with Cream Gravy55 min total | 4 servings (about 30 meatballs) | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
Small, tender beef and pork meatballs seasoned with allspice and white pepper, browned in butter and simmered in a silky cream gravy. Served with mashed potatoes and lingonberries. Serves 4.
Sweet and Sour Meatballs2 hr 25 min total | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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 Meatballs1 hr 20 min total | 10 servings | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
A big batch of ground beef meatballs with water chestnuts and ginger, simmered in white wine and broth and finished in a sweet teriyaki-style sauce. Serves 10.
Texas Chili (Chili con Carne)3 hr 30 min total | 8 servings | Swap: seitan or extra-firm tofu cut the same way
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 | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
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.
Waikiki Meatballs (Sweet and Sour Pineapple Meatballs)45 min total | 6 servings | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
Ground beef meatballs browned in a skillet and simmered in a sweet and sour pineapple sauce with soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar and green pepper. Serves 6.
Zippy Beef and Macaroni Casserole1 hr 5 min total | 4 to 6 servings | Swap: a plant-based ground meat
A family-style casserole of ground beef, elbow macaroni, cream of mushroom soup, ketchup, cheddar and green pepper, topped with crushed potato chips. Serves 4 to 6.

Chicken and poultry

Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)2 hr total | 4 to 6 servings | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
Spiced yogurt-marinated chicken simmered in a velvety tomato, butter and cream sauce with garam masala and fenugreek. Serve with rice and naan. Serves 4 to 6.
Chicken Cooked with Stuff1 hr 45 min total | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
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 Enchiladas Verdes1 hr 5 min total | 6 servings (12 enchiladas) | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
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 Marsala35 min total | 4 servings | 43 g protein per serving | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
Golden sautéed chicken cutlets in a rich mushroom and Marsala wine sauce finished with a touch of cream. An Italian-American restaurant favorite at home in 35 minutes; serves 4.
Chicken Parisienne1 hr 20 min total | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
Chicken browned in olive oil, finished in a sauterne wine and chicken stock sauce with button mushrooms, baked at 375°F and garnished with green grapes.
Chicken Parmesan50 min total | 4 servings | 63 g protein per serving | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
Crisp breaded chicken cutlets topped with marinara and melted mozzarella and Parmesan, baked until bubbly. The Italian-American classic. Serves 4.
Chicken Piccata30 min total | 4 servings | 41 g protein per serving | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
Thin chicken cutlets dredged in flour and sautéed golden, then finished in a bright pan sauce of lemon, capers, white wine and butter. Ready in 30 minutes; serves 4.
Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup45 min total | 6 servings | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
A thick, creamy chicken and wild rice soup made with shredded chicken breast, a quick-cooking wild rice blend and a buttery roux. About 45 minutes start to finish.
Dakgangjeong (Sweet and Spicy Crispy Chicken)50 min total | 4 servings | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
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 | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
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.
Grilled Chicken and Strawberry Salad with Candied Pecans31 min total | 4 servings | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
Grilled chicken breast over crisp lettuce with fresh strawberries, candied pecans and a sweet homemade red wine vinaigrette. Serves 4.
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie1 hr 20 min total | 1 (9-inch) pie, 6 servings | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
A classic double-crust chicken pot pie with tender chicken, carrots, peas and celery in a creamy homemade sauce. Serves 6.
Lemon Chicken35 min total | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
Boneless chicken breasts simmered gently in butter with fresh lemon juice, garlic, salt and paprika until tender. Simple, quick and bright.
Sesame Chicken with Apricot Sauce1 hr 5 min total | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
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.
Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Kebabs1 hr 32 min total | 6 servings | Swap: extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut the same way
Chicken breast cubes marinated in Greek yogurt with tomato paste, garlic, lemon, red pepper and sweet paprika, then grilled on skewers. Serves 6.

Pork and sausage

Home-Made Pizza5 hr 14 min total | 2 (14-inch) pizzas | Swap: a plant-based sausage
A slow-rise yeast dough for two 14-inch pizzas, topped with plum tomatoes, a mix of mozzarella, sharp Cheddar and Swiss, herbs and your choice of toppings, baked at 450°F.
Pytt i Panna (Swedish Hash with Fried Eggs)50 min total | 4 servings | Swap: a plant-based sausage
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.
Texas Breakfast Tacos40 min total | 8 tacos | Swap: a plant-based sausage
Warm flour tortillas filled with crispy diced potatoes, soft scrambled eggs, bacon or chorizo and melted cheese, topped with salsa. An Austin and San Antonio morning staple. Makes 8.

Seafood

Air Fryer Shrimp16 min total | 4 servings | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
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.
Baked Scallops with Ritz Crumbs40 min total | Swap: king oyster mushroom stems cut into thick rounds and seared the same way
New England baked scallops: large scallops under a buttery topping of crushed Ritz crackers and garlic, baked at 350°F for 30 minutes, with optional sherry.
Baked Shrimp with Garlic Parmesan Crumbs30 min total | 4 servings | 39 g protein per serving | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
Baked shrimp tossed in melted butter and topped with garlic, Parmesan and seasoned bread crumbs. About 30 minutes from start to finish and it serves 4.
Gochujang Garlic Shrimp23 min total | 4 servings | 35 g protein per serving | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
Large shrimp seared in a hot skillet, then tossed in a sticky glaze of gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar and plenty of butter-sauteed garlic. Ready in about 25 minutes; serves 4.
Pan-Seared Sea Scallops with Lemon Butter18 min total | 4 servings | Swap: king oyster mushroom stems cut into thick rounds and seared the same way
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.
Salt and Pepper Shrimp25 min total | 4 servings | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
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 Shrimp with Sausage and Vegetables35 min total | 4 servings | Swap: a plant-based sausage; king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
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 Fajitas30 min total | 4 servings | 43 g protein per serving | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
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 | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
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 | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
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 | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
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.
Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema25 min total | 4 servings (12 tacos) | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
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 | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
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.
Tandoori Shrimp56 min total | 4 servings | Swap: king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins
Shrimp marinated in spiced yogurt with garam masala, paprika, ginger and garlic, grilled on skewers until charred, and served with mint chutney. Serves 4.

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Common questions

Are these recipes vegan?: No. Most use butter, cheese, eggs or cream. They are vegetarian, with no meat, poultry or fish.
What can I use instead of ground beef?: A plant-based ground meat browns and cooks much like ground beef. Cooked lentils mixed with finely chopped, well-browned mushrooms also work in chili, sloppy joes and tacos.
What can I use instead of chicken or shrimp?: Extra-firm tofu, pressed dry and cut the same way, works in stir-fries and piccata. King oyster mushrooms cut into coins stand in for shrimp and scallops.
Is Parmesan vegetarian?: Traditional Parmigiano-Reggiano is made with animal rennet. Many other brands use vegetable rennet and say so on the label.