Dinner, with Less Mess

There’s no denying that the least exciting part of cooking is cleaning up the mess afterwards. Whether you tackle a good, old-fashioned Sunday supper or a simple weeknight meal, it feels like the dirty pots, pans and plates always pile up fast. That’s where these one-pot wonders come in. Grab your favorite casserole dish to make a dump dinner, break out the cast-iron skillet and whip up rustic chicken and dumplings or turn to your Instant Pot for shrimp scampi in just 20 minutes; whatever you decide, you’ll find that these recipes are wonderfully delicious—and make cleanup a breeze. Take this American version of goulash, for example. It features hearty pasta and plenty of aromatic spices (including paprika as a nod to the traditional Hungarian dish) for a comforting and complete meal that can be made entirely in your Dutch oven. What could be easier?

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How To Make Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s pie is the ultimate comfort food, offering a hearty and flavorful Irish dish perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or enjoying any time of year. With its rich layers of savory ground lamb, tender vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes baked to golden perfection, it’s a satisfying meal that warms both the heart and soul. Take advantage of this dish’s versatility by swapping the lamb for other proteins to make a quick and healthy meal that works for any occasion.

Trading out traditional veal for ground beef can be a cost-effective and easy way to make shepherd’s pie a weeknight staple. Savory beef pairs just as well with fluffy, cheesy mashed potatoes and won’t require a special trip to the store. A touch of chopped fresh parsley added to the mashed potatoes introduces a nice pop of green color to give the dish a beautiful presentation to match its delicious flavors.

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Our Best Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day

If you’re a fan of hearty fare like potatoes and stew then you probably look forward to March 17th as much as we do. Sure, it’s fun to participate in the American version of the holiday by starting your meal with green appetizers or treating yourself to a festive St. Patrick’s Day dessert and cocktail, but the best part of this day is digging into a plate piled high with dishes that celebrate Irish cuisine. For some of us, that means cooking up inspired classics like corned beef and cabbage or shepherd’s pie. For others, it’s all about sticking to tradition and making authentic colcannon or boxty. However you choose to pay tribute to the food and cooking of the Emerald Isle, we’re sure these recipes will come in handy. We’ve rounded up everything from Guinness-infused bites and cute, shamrock-shaped scones to Irish coddle and soda bread — and we’re sure you’re going to love each and every recipe. A must-make no matter how you celebrate? This 5-star corned beef and cabbage. It requires a bit of time and effort but the leftover corned beef makes for excellent hash the next day.

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New Season, New Dinners

Spring has sprung and, along with it, a bounty of fresh produce that’s perfect for family weeknight dinners. Tender spears of asparagus, flavorful artichokes, and stalks of oh-so-versatile rhubarb are all ready and waiting to supplement the cold-weather staples you still have stocked in your kitchen. We couldn’t be more excited about the new season (and new recipes for the rotation!) so we’ve rounded up all our best ideas, starting with this lighter, brighter take on a family favorite: golden-brown chicken cutlets. With a rich, creamy sauce and fresh spring peas, this dish is the perfect representation of the transition from winter to spring.

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Our Best Comfort Food Recipes

We all have our own ideas about what makes a dish comforting. For some of us it’s the melty, cheesy goodness of chicken Parmesan or macaroni and cheese; for others, the stick-to-your-ribs feeling you get when you tuck into a pile of potatoes or pasta. There’s one thing we can all agree on, though—and that’s the idea that comfort food shouldn’t be a hassle. That’s why we love these no-fuss recipes. They’re flavorful and satisfying (and exactly what you want to eat when you’re in the mood for some good, old-fashioned comfort) but they’re also completely doable. From baked pasta and meatloaf to fried chicken and pizza, you’ll be cooking up all your favorites in no time. Looking for a place to start? We recommend chili mac. This version is inspired by the flavors of Texas chili—cubed beef, chiles, spice and no beans. Traditional Texas chili takes hours to achieve its super-tender beef and famous long-simmered flavor, so we turned to the pressure cooker to help bring it together quickly. We also brought in that creamy queso-dip secret ingredient (processed cheese) for a perfect velvety finish to our dish.

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