Dinner & Meal Ideas

You can always count on scalloped potatoes to make simple dinners spectacular! And you can count on this easy recipe to result in the creamy and rich scalloped potatoes everyone craves. ...

When it’s just too hot to use the stove or oven, try one of our favorite healthy, no-cook dinner recipes. ...

Side salad recipes need not be leafy greens alone. This French Chopped Salad recipe—loaded with eggs, potatoes, green beans, olives, and more—is a satisfying way to kick off your meal. ...

A homemade, 30-minute, heart-healthy dinner is within your reach every night of the week. No hours of prep, no endless number of pans, just good food. ...

If you live in the Midwest, chances are you've had grape salad at least once. It's a combination of grapes, apples, and glazed pecans covered with a sweet sauce. Here's how to make grape salad, including our Test Kitchen's secret to the creamiest texture. ...

Bye-bye, boring vegetable soup. This spiffed-up variation takes just 25 minutes to make. ...

Now here's a savory pie everyone will devour! A beefy "crust" filled with spaghetti, cheese, and sauce makes a unique twist on your typical spaghetti dinner recipe. ...

Million dollar chicken casserole is an easy recipe that's loaded with shredded chicken, cottage cheese, sour cream, and buttery crackers. It's baked until golden brown and served warm with a sprinkle of sliced green onions. ...

Not a fan of cottage cheese? Ricotta works well in this delicious vegetarian casserole, too. ...

“It’s a love story, baby just say 'Yes'”...to adding these delicious Via Carota dishes to your menu this week. ...

We’re sharing some Test Kitchen tips for how to cook spaghetti and some great ways to prepare spaghetti once the noodles are perfectly cooked. ...

Pasta dinner recipes don't come much easier than this 25-minute meal. The rich and creamy pasta sauce comes together in the skillet as the mushrooms get nice and tender. ...

Freshen up your summer picnic with this toss-and-serve Peach and Tomato Salad. A handful of toasted pecans add the just-right amount of crunch. ...

Few things are more comforting on a cold evening than a cheesy potato casserole. Get our best potato casserole recipes using sweet potatoes, russet potatoes, and more. ...

This twist on a classic frozen dinner bulks up the vegetables and backs off on the pastry. ...

This classic chili is so simple, you could make it in your sleep! It takes five ingredients and fifteen minutes of prep before simmering in a slow cooker. ...

Kansas City Steak Soup tastes like it's been simmering all day, but only takes 40 minutes start to finish! Warm up on a chilly day with this hearty soup recipe made with ground beef, veggies, and plenty of savory seasonings. ...

This mouthwatering cucumber salad has everything we love about summer tossed together and served in one bowl. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a simple dressing are all it takes to make this perfect summer side. ...

Looking for a new favorite chili recipe? Or maybe you need a new chili recipe for a game day party. We've got delicious homemade chili recipes ready for you to try! Ideas for spicy chili recipes, vegetarian chili recipes, and creamy chicken chili recipes will inspire your next meal. ...

This one dish chicken casserole recipe features a delicious mix of broccoli, chicken, green chiles, and rice. ...

Skip the store-bought stuff and keep a jar of this easy white balsamic dressing handy for a quick and delicious vinaigrette. ...

Get a jump on easy breakfast meal prep by stocking your icebox with these freezer breakfast ideas. You'll flip over the fluffy flapjacks, egg cups, smoothie packs, and more that can always be just minutes away. Select your favorites from our best breakfast freezer meals, then carve out an afternoon to assemble them all. These make-ahead freezer breakfasts will ensure you'll never again be tempted to skip the most important meal of the day. ...

Calling for just five simple ingredients, this 20-minute pasta recipe is one of the easiest dinner recipes that has even come out of our Test Kitchen. Brighten things up just before serving by topping with a handful of chopped chives. ...

Bake these corn muffin-topped beef casseroles in individual portions so everyone gets his or her fair share of the Mexican dinner recipe. ...

Dill pickle soup is a creamy blend of pickles, potatoes, sour cream, and broth. Here we'll walk you through how to make dill pickle soup, including our favorite toppings. ...

With just five ingredients and almost zero effort (thanks to the slow cooker), you can have this delicious Sausage and Bean Jambalaya recipe for dinner tonight. You'll never be intimidated again about how to make jambalaya after you try this simple supper. ...

Juicy chicken Scarpariello (a classic Italian-American dish) totally transforms this healthy flatbread recipe. Drizzle with plain Greek yogurt for a cooling finish. ...

Meatloaf in individual portions, fingerling potatoes, and crunchy green beans all on one sheet pan? Count us in. ...

This is comfort food at its best: seasoned meatballs cut in half and scattered on top of a saucy pizza. ...

Chicken casseroles are the definition of comfort food. We have recipes for many different tastes to serve at meals from weeknight dinners to potlucks. ...