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Category: Dinner

Hearty weeknight and weekend dinner recipes, from 30-minute skillet meals to slow-braised centerpieces. Every recipe is tested in our test kitchen, with detailed technique notes, ingredient substitutions, and real-world timing.

Homemade Margherita Pizza with 72-Hour Cold-Fermented Dough
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Homemade Margherita Pizza with 72-Hour Cold-Fermented Dough

Rachel SummersPublished: March 15, 2026 · Updated: April 6, 2026

Authentic Margherita pizza with a 72-hour cold-fermented dough, no-cook San Marzano sauce, and fresh mozzarella. Includes the science of cold fermentation and an oven temperature guide.

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Lemon Herb Grilled Salmon with Roasted Asparagus: 25-Minute Elegance
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Lemon Herb Grilled Salmon with Roasted Asparagus: 25-Minute Elegance

Rachel SummersMarch 15, 2026

Perfectly grilled salmon with lemon herb butter and roasted asparagus. A 25-minute dinner with crispy skin, omega-3 benefits, and an internal temperature guide for every doneness level.

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15 min read
Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon: French Comfort Without the Fuss
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Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon: French Comfort Without the Fuss

Rachel SummersMarch 13, 2026

Classic French beef bourguignon adapted for the slow cooker. Fork-tender beef in red wine sauce with pearl onions and mushrooms. 25 minutes of active work.

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Mediterranean Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers: Healthy, Filling, and Flavorful
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Mediterranean Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers: Healthy, Filling, and Flavorful

Elena VasquezMarch 13, 2026

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with quinoa, feta, sun-dried tomatoes, and Mediterranean herbs. 310 calories per pepper with complete protein from quinoa.

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13 min read
Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Kra Pao): The 18-Minute Dinner You Need
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Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Kra Pao): The 18-Minute Dinner You Need

Tom NakamuraMarch 11, 2026

Authentic Thai basil chicken with wok-charred ground meat, holy basil, and a punchy sauce. Ready in 18 minutes flat with pantry ingredients.

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15 min read
Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken: Sticky, Golden, and Ready in 45 Minutes
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Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken: Sticky, Golden, and Ready in 45 Minutes

Rachel SummersPublished: March 10, 2026 · Updated: April 6, 2026

Golden crispy chicken thighs coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze with soy, ginger, and sriracha. Complete recipe with step-by-step instructions, nutrition facts, and pro tips.

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14 min read

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