Everyday Food Blog

Bean Burritos

Kellee Miller — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:38:10 +0000

I often make vegetarian bean burritos on weeknights because I usually have all the ingredients on hand: canned beans, an onion, tortillas, cheese, and rice. I start my rice and then start prepping ingredients. A quick sauté is all that is required to make the bean base and then I can layer with my desired toppings. I like Greek yogurt in place of sour cream and if I don't have salsa handy, I add some chopped canned tomatoes or fresh ones.

What's your favorite burrito combination?

Steak and Onion Sandwiches

Natalie Neusch — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:39:29 +0000

Does cooking a meal after a hectic day in the office seem completely daunting? It doesn't have to be if you opt to serve dinner between a couple slices of bread. Choose a hearty sandwich like this steak version topped with sweet golden onions. Keep the cooking time short by using minute steaks, and add some rustic flare by toasting up crunchy country bread to serve your sandwiches on. Toss a quick, crisp salad like this Boston lettuce one, and you have a satisfying meal in under half an hour.

What's your favorite dinnertime sandwich?

Baked Chicken with Chicken and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Kellee Miller — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:36:09 +0000

This creamy chicken and pasta dish is a favorite among Everyday Food staffers—when it was being cooked in the kitchen, there were always willing tasters. Just looking at the photo, my mouth starts to water. It has so many of my favorite ingredients: provolone and Parmesan cheese, mushrooms, and sun-dried tomatoes. It's also great because it makes a second helping that can be frozen for another dinner.

What is your favorite cheesy baked pasta dish?

Pork Chops with Apples And Shallots

Alison Sickelka — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:35:16 +0000

Take advantage of seasonal farmers' market offerings with this twist on pork chops and applesauce. The apples and shallots cook up quickly in a skillet of wine, then simply broil the pork chops to pair with. This cozy supper is perfect for a cold night staying in.

What's your favorite fall meal?

Prep Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Get the Recipe: Pork Chops with Apples And Shallots

Vegetarian Black-Bean Chili

Adina Steiman — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:10:18 +0000

This chili proves that you don't have to have meat for dinner to be truly satisfied. Sure, it might be missing the ground meat, but plenty of spices and a great mix of vegetables more than make up for it. But the not-so-secret ingredient that really pulls everything together (for me) is the sour cream. Vegetarian chilis need that touch of lusciousness! If you don't eat dairy, shredded soy cheese is a good alternative.

What's your secret to making vegetarian chili amazing?

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Get the Recipe: Vegetarian Black-Bean Chili

Bacon-Wrapped Cod with Frisee

Adina Steiman — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:34:33 +0000

As if I needed another reason to love bacon! In this easy but impressive recipe, bacon lends its smoky aroma and crispy texture to firm-fleshed cod. It couldn't be easier: Just wrap a strip of bacon around each fillet, then roast. A crunchy frisee salad with a nice hit of acidity from grapefruit balances the smokiness perfectly. Serve it up to guests, and they're sure to be impressed.

What's your favorite surprising way to use bacon?

Family-Style Rolled Omelet with Spinach and Cheddar

Kellee Miller — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:34:04 +0000

This giant omelet is easy to assemble and while it's baking in the oven, you can make assemble a quick side, such as simple lettuce salad or some garlic bread (bake it in the oven with the omelet). The omelet is great for a weeknight dinner, but I also like to serve it for brunch when I'm entertaining—it's a good compliment to other breakfast goodies like muffins, coffee cake, and fruit salad.

What is your favorite main course egg dish?

Country-Fried Steak with Green Beans and Rice

Kellee Miller — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:09:05 +0000

It's Friday—a great day to indulge in a Southern specialty like country-fried steak. And it will be on the table in half an hour. The affordable minute steaks get a double dip in flour with egg in between, which creates a crunchy, light crust. The steaks rest in the oven while you prepare the gravy and green beans. Rice is a great accompaniment but mashed potatoes would also be delicious, too (start them ahead of time). I love how the the sautéed green beans balance the rich flavors of the steak and gravy.

What do you indulge in on Friday nights?

Trout with Olives and Brown Butter

Natalie Neusch — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:03:31 +0000

The season for hearty comfort food is totally on, but if you're feeling like you need a bit of a break from the stews and the steaks, try this delicate Mediterranean-inspired fish dish. Flaky trout is topped with a nutty, aromatic butter sauce, and chopped olives and nonpareil capers (the really small ones) add a salty tang that's reminiscent of a warm ocean breeze. If you can't find the small variety of capers, buy the large ones and roughly chop them. This dish of pleasing sunny flavors will be a vacation in and of itself.

What's your favorite fish to cook at home?

30-Minute Chili

Kellee Miller — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:00:50 +0000

My grade school always hosted a chili supper as its fall fund-raiser, and so come colder weather, chili is the dish I start longing for. This version is great because it's ready in 30 minutes—perfect for a quick weeknight meal. There are lots of chili recipes out there, each with a secret ingredient that makes it shine: Here, chipotle chiles in adobo (found in the Mexican section of the supermarket) provide some smoky spice. Cheddar cheese is a great garnish, but I also put sour cream, chopped scallions, and corn chips on the table, so everyone can add their favorite topper.

What is your favorite chili's secret ingredient?