Main Dishes, One-Dish Meals

Piri Piri Chicken with Cauliflower and Potatoes

Makes 4 servings Piri piri sauce is spicy, but if you prefer something milder, substitute another red bell pepper for the Fresno chiles. Cauliflower and potatoes make this an easy one dish meal, but you serve this with French fries (that’s popular at quick-service Piri Piri shops!) or even just […]

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Pisarei e Fagioli (Bread Gnocchi with Beans)

Makes 4 to 6 servings Ingredients Tomato and Pancetta Sauce with Borlotti Beans 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 oz pancetta, minced 1 rosemary sprig, chopped 4 large sage leaves, chopped 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 bay leaf 1 medium onion, minced 1 tablespoon tomato […]

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Pizza Margherita

Makes three 12-inch pizzas If you don’t have yeast on hand (or the motivation to make the dough!), we bet your local pizza restaurant would be happy to sell you some to-go dough. Set out toppings for a fun make-your-own pizza activity to help beat cabin fever. Ingredients Dough 3 […]

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Pizzoccheri (Buckwheat Pasta)

Makes 1 1/4 pounds dough Ingredients 12 oz (3 cups) all-purpose or tipo 00 flour 4 oz (1 cup) buckwheat flour 3 large eggs 4 to 6 tablespoons whole milk Directions Combine the flour, eggs, and milk by hand or using a machine. Knead until all of the ingredients are […]

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Poke-Style Roasted Salmon Bowl

Makes 4 servings Roasted salmon, which is rich, juicy, and so flavorful, makes a great addition to the bright flavors of Hawaiian-style poke. We’ve chosen a few of our favorite toppings, but you can customize with whatever you like best, including avocado, corn kernels, mango, or cabbage. Most grocery stores […]

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Polenta Gnocchi with Truffled Cheese Fondue

Makes 6 servings Unlike potato gnocchi, these dumplings are a bit more dense and toothsome, though still nice and light. The truffled cheese sauce is decadent and rich, making it perfect for a special occasion. Ingredients Polenta Gnocchi 1 quart water 4 teaspoons kosher salt 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil […]

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Polenta with Sausage Sauce

Serves 4 Dried mushrooms are great for adding richness and savoriness, but they can be a little pricey. As an alternative, look for bulk mushroom powder (you’ll just need a pinch) or you can omit them altogether. For a dairy-free version of the polenta, use olive oil instead of butter […]

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Polenta With Sopressata & Vinegar Sauce

Serves 6 Polenta Ingredients 2 quarts water 2 tablespoons kosher salt 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 8 oz (1 3/4 cups) cornmeal Ingredients 6 thick slices sopressata, sliced 1/4-inch thick (about 12 oz) 1/2 cup dry white wine vinegar Directions  Bring the water to a simmer in a large saucepan […]

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Porchetta

Makes 6 to 8 servings Traditional porchetta can be made several different ways. This simplified preparation calls for a boneless pork loin cut into quarters, surrounded by Italian sausage with sautéed onions and fennel added, and wrapped in a butterflied pork belly. The whole thing is then tied and slowly […]

Free Recipes, Main Dishes

Pork Braised in Milk

Makes 6 servings Substitute any color onion for the shallots, if needed (you’ll want about 1/3 cup finely chopped) or chicken broth in place of the beef broth. The herbs are a welcome addition, but you can still make this dish if you don’t have any on hand.