Category: Main Courses

Chinese Barbecued Pork

Main Courses

Char siu is usually bought from stores and restaurants that specialize in such meat dishes, but our version is actually "barbecued" in the oven, making these lacquered strips of pork easier to make at home than they might seem.

Vegan Pinto Bean–Beet Burgers

Main Courses, Sandwiches, Vegan

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS Vegan burgers are often bean-based; starchy, protein-packed beans taste great, hold together well, and are satisfying. Looking for a modern twist on the typical bean burger, we combined pinto beans with vibrant shredded beets, and we also packed in a generous amount of basil...

Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza Margherita

Main Courses, Pizza

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS Getting crisp pizza crust from your oven can be a challenge, but with just a few tweaks and the right tools, you'll have homemade pizza that's miles better than offerings from the freezer case or the delivery guy. We started by rolling out pizza dough thinly and then gently...

Classic Macaroni and Cheese

Main Courses, Pasta

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS For a macaroni and cheese recipe that would appeal to adults and kids alike, we kept things simple, staying away from pungent cheeses and overly rich eggs and cream. Instead, we tossed al dente pasta with a béchamel-based cheese sauce, using a combination of sharp cheddar...