Potatoes, half and half, bacon, and clams. This is the New England chowder of your childhood. Easy to make, ready in less than half an hour, a great dinner standby.
For a weeknight, instant brown rice makes a fast side for this saucy dish. If you have time, though, basmati rice pairs particularly well with the flavors in the garam masala.
Even if you usually use white rice, try short-grain brown rice here: whole grains are nutty and delicious, and they're a great, inexpensive way to add nutrients to your diet. Get the recipe at Disney Family.com
Your favorite sausage is grilled, then sliced, and served with sauerkraut that's been browned in a buttery spread for a sweet and tangy German-inspired meal.
Herbed pork is tender and delicious simmered in a sweet Marsala wine and garlic sauce. This is easy enough for a weeknight, and impressive enough for company.
The perfect ending for an exotic meal. Sweet and tart without being heavy--very refreshing. Unfortunately, this sorbet melts rather quickly. However, you'll be eating it so fast that it probably won't matter!
'This is by far the simplest way to make roast beef and gravy,' assures Abby Metzger of Larchwood, Iowa. 'On busy days, I can put this main dish in the slow cooker and forget about it. My family likes it with mashed potatoes and fruit salad.'
