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Chili is one of the most versatile dishes around; use any type of bean you like, add extra veggies, skip the meat, almost anything goes...

Polenta is a fantastic weeknight dinner. Just start with a simple slurry of cornmeal and water. Once it's prepared, you can use it as a...

Risotto intimidates many home cooks -- the myth being that there's some trick to it. The truth is that while it does take a bit of time...

Gazpacho, a classic cold soup from Spain, makes a great hot-weather meal. You start with fresh seasonal ingredients, never turn on your...

Flank steak is one of my favorite cuts of meat: It cooks quickly, is relatively inexpensive, and has a ton of flavor.

Stir-fries are endlessly versatile -- the only trick to this healthy dinner is having your ingredients ready.

There's something special about fresh fish on the grill, but broiling is easier and a great alternative when you need dinner on the tab...

As long as I have a can of beans and some kind of pasta in the pantry, I know I can pull a meal together -- and these combos are among ...

These are fabulous family fare -- easy, inexpensive, and delicious (and what kid isn't happy to be served a food he's supposed to eat w...

There are few better and more delicious ways to get dinner on the table fast than this simple sear-and-simmer pork technique.

Pureed soups are perfect for weeknights. Not only are they fast and filling, but they're easy to prepare.

Here's a way to get a burger fix and enjoy a nutritious meal. It's easy to make at home with healthy ingredients. Once you've tasted th...

This vegetable-based dinner is the perfect example of my kind of cooking: lots of fresh veggies, a little meat (if you like), and a box...

This hearty soup stars one of those rare vegetables even the pickiest eaters love. And when summer corn is at its peak, everyone loves ...

We'll show you how to create a delicious summer salad that's easy to fix -- plus, your kids will love it!