How To Cook Tender & Juicy Pork Chops in the Oven — Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn

What if I told you that I could guarantee perfectly cooked, perfectly tender pork chops, every time? Would you believe me? Or have too many dinners of overcooked shoe-leather pork chops turned you off from this easy addition to the weeknight meal rotation? Let me convince you to try them one more time. Let me convince you to try roasting your pork chops in the oven.

Here is our step-by-step recipe for perfectly cooked, perfectly juicy pork chops.

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Recipe: Caesar Cocktail — Brunch Cocktails from Kitchn

A few years ago I visited Tofino, a remote surfing town on the west coast of Vancouver Island. One Sunday morning, I headed to one of the town's best restaurants. Perched on a bar stool in a packed room, I spotted the bartender assembling the telltale ingredients for a Caesar: Clamato juice, vodka, Worcestershire, hot sauce. As a server took that lone drink to the other end of the room, heads turned. For the next hour, the bartender tended to an assembly line of Caesars. As he got started, he stared right at me and said, "It only takes one."

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How To Make a Dutch Baby Pancake — Baking Lessons from The Kitchn

Dutch baby pancakes are like a hybrid (or a love child, if you will) of a pancake, a crepe, and a popover — all in one giant skillet. It feels like a party trick, but for the breakfast crowd. I break these out whenever anyone in my house needs a little extra delight in their day.

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How To Make Stuffed Chicken Breast with Spinach & Cheese — Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn

Chicken breasts are such a supper staple that it's often hard to think of them as anything special, but let me tell you this: Splitting chicken breasts and filling them with your favorite flavors makes them anything but ordinary. Here spinach, two kinds of cheese, and garlic come together to stuff golden chicken breasts with a flavorful, cheesy filling.

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Recipe: One-Pot Vegetable Jambalaya — Budget Recipes from The Kitchn

This vegetable-heavy jambalaya is faster and just as good, in my opinion, as the Southern original. Stick to the list of vegetables I suggest or add the extra summer veggies you have on hand, like summer squash or even corn. To get closer to the original, add seafood or fried sausage to the pot towards the end of the cooking time.

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Recipe: French 75 Cupcakes — Easy Dessert Recipes

Nothing says celebration like cocktails and cupcakes, except when you combine the two. These French 75 cupcakes, based on the classic Champagne cocktail, are light and sweet with a distinctly boozy punch. Frosted with a Champagne buttercream and soaked in a lemon, gin, and sparkling wine syrup, these cupcakes are sweeter than a typical cocktail, but boast more booze than a typical boozy cupcake.

Sensationally celebratory, these cupcakes are perfect for all your party needs, but simple enough for a night in with friends. Learn the basics of turning almost any cocktail into a cupcake with these French 75 cocktail cupcakes.

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Recipe: Tofu Chickpea Stir-Fry with Tahini Sauce — Recipes from The Kitchn

When I mention that I develop vegetarian recipes, the most frequent reply is, "You must eat a lot of tofu!" However, I am actually a late adopter of tofu. I'm a texture person, and I've only recently found ways to prepare tofu that are not only easy, but also result in a great taste and texture. In this recipe for tofu and chickpea stir-fry with its creamy tahini sauce, you'll find all of the above.

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Recipe: Vegetarian Paella with Red Peppers & Chickpeas — Vegetarian Weeknight Dinner Recipes from The Kitchn

Paella — a Spanish rice dish — is traditionally made with seafood, chicken or sausage, and a seasoning base of saffron and tomato. But in this vegetarian version, I'm swapping the meat and fish for fresh produce and legumes. It's a veggie-filled dinner perfect for any night of the week.

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How To Velvet Chicken for Stir-Fry — Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn

Let me introduce you to a chicken technique that has revolutionized how I stir-fry at home: velveting. This Chinese technique is most often used in restaurants, but considering how easy it is, more home cooks should master it. Velveting chicken before you stir-fry gives the chicken the texture the name implies — tender, juicy chicken pieces that never dry out in the pan.

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Recipe: Pomegranate Tonics — Recipes from The Kitchn

I'm an avowed gin & tonic lover: I love the way the lime zest hits my nose just as I'm about to take a sip. I love the sparkle and bite of the tonic, with its mysterious quinine flavor. And I do love a juniper-forward gin — usually. But during the holidays, when cooking can mean hours at a time in the kitchen, I veer more towards mocktails, which add to the festive atmosphere without leaving me drunk and exhausted before dinner even starts.

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Recipe: Slow Cooker Maple and Dijon Pot Roast — Recipes from The Kitchn

Like many of you, I grew up eating pot roast on a (very) regular basis. And while I will always love my mother's old-school version, I felt it was time for a little upgrade. I've nixed the "pantry helpers" and replaced them with Dijon mustard, maple, and balsamic for delicious take on a classic.

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Recipe: Lentil, Mushroom & Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie — Vegan Recipes from The Kitchn

When I first made this recipe, it was January, which means we were all craving food that is a little lighter, a little healthier, and a little more in line with the way we've resolved to eat this year. But at the same time, it was January — when we're wrapped up in sweaters and blankets, it's comfort food we're dreaming about.

That's where this recipe comes in. With its rich, mushroom-studded filling tucked under a layer of soft mashed sweet potato, it has all the hallmarks of a good shepherd's pie, but it's completely vegan — and includes a secret ingredient that adds body and creaminess to the filling, without any cream.

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Recipe: Mock Mojito Spritz — Recipes from The Kitchn

After a battle with alcohol addiction, my friend Lauren struggled with how to socialize without booze. For her, parties always meant having a glass of wine or a cocktail in her hand at all times, so when she emerged from rehab, she simply avoided seeing her friends. Soon, though, she learned how to ask politely for non-alcoholic drinks, often bringing them herself so she knew she'd have safe options.

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Recipe: Vegetable Supreme Egg Bake — Quick and Easy Breakfast Recipes from The Kitchn

Breakfast is the meal that seems the hardest to get some vegetables in and, to be honest, the idea of vegetable chopping first thing in the morning isn't very appealing. That's where this easy egg bake comes in. Loaded with sautéed spinach, carrots, and mushrooms and held together in a creamy cheddar, potato, and egg base, this breakfast casserole is a tasty way to start your morning.

The best part? It has five different types of vegetables that can all be found pre-cut at the grocery store, making this a no-chop breakfast that couldn't be simpler to throw together.

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How To Make Meatballs: The Easiest, Simplest Method — Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn

When I get a craving for meatballs, I have a very specific meatball in mind: They're completely tender all the way through without even a hint of toughness. They're big enough to require a fork, but modest enough to justify several on the plate. Maybe some onions and fresh herbs mixed in. Nothing fancy. Totally old-school.

Yes, this is a recipe for those very meatballs. More than a recipe — I'm walking you through each step, from mixing the meat (use your hands!) to shaping the meatballs to cooking them to perfection. I know what I'm having for dinner tonight. Do you?

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Recipe: Potato, Squash & Goat Cheese Gratin — Side Dish Recipes from The Kitchn

This is an easy, rustic recipe that makes a great vegetarian meal or a pretty side dish for summer or autumn. It's so simple: yellow squash layered in a jumble with sliced red potato and goat cheese. No cream needed at all.

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Recipe: Gingered Hot Cider — Recipes from The Kitchn

Hot cider is an unbeatable winter classic for a reason: It's wonderfully sweet and tart at the same time. It's easy enough to make by shuttling a favorite old mug to the microwave, but if you stew it in a big pot on the stove with cinnamon and make sure guests know they can refill their mug anytime, the entire house feels warm and celebratory. From football games to the ski slopes, it's the perfect wintry take-along for a shot of warmth and sugar — and booze, if that's your thing. Here's a way to make it without having to break out all the spices.

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Recipe: Slow Cooker Black Bean Enchiladas — Slow Cooker Recipes from The Kitchn

This dish might not win any beauty contests, but I'll say this: it's seriously good. The tortillas get soft and chewy during cooking, absorbing some of the salsa and becoming the perfect vehicle for beans, corns, and lots of melted cheese. (And isn't it all about the melty cheese, really?)

These slow-cooker enchiladas are one of my go-to meals when I'm out of ideas and have some bits and leftovers to use up, and they always hit the spot.

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Recipe: Lasagna-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash — Recipes from The Kitchn

If you've never experienced the magic that is spaghetti squash, this is the recipe to kick off your new obsession. It's called spaghetti squash for a reason, after all, and these tender strands of squash make a remarkable stand-in for our favorite pasta dishes.

Today, this mild-tasting squash is getting a lasagna makeover. Mozzarella, ricotta, meat sauce — the works. It's a bowl of hot-baked goodness that you get all to yourself, no sharing required.

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Recipe: Hasselback Sweet Potatoes — Side Dish Recipes from The Kitchn

I am not a holiday food purist. When my family switched our eating habits, we carried our love of vegetables and whole grains into the holidays as well. At first, the other members of my extended family were hesitant, but after a few years, they realized that while the food was heavily loaded with vegetables, it was still delicious. These simple sweet potatoes would easily grace our table during the holidays.

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How To Cook Perfect Steak in the Oven — Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn

Here is an absolutely foolproof, easy, and quick way to make a juicy steak with a crisp, peppery crust in the oven. Add a loaf of bread, a salad, and a bottle of wine, and you have an easy and delicious dinner you can make for weeknights and special occasions alike.

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Recipe: Spiced Vanilla-Bean Steamers — Recipes from The Kitchn

It's 20 degrees outside, but only in the sun. Your guests have trekked over for dinner, but before you can get down to making pasta together or get help setting the table, everyone needs to thaw out. There's always mulled wine or spiked hot cider, but not every guest will want to start with booze. Enter: the tea steamer.

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How To Roast Any Vegetable — Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn

I am a firm believer in the power of a roasted vegetable. Not only can virtually every vegetable be cooked in this way — no recipe required — but roasted vegetables are also universally pleasurable to eat. Have a picky eater in the house? Want a break from your usual steamed veggie side dish? Try roasting your broccoli or green beans or cauliflower tonight. I think you're in for a treat.

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Recipe: The Best Eggnog That's Not Eggnog — Recipes from The Kitchn

Real eggnog has a lot going for it — a velvety texture, that heady nutmeg scent, and a bang of booze, to start. In my family, it's a tradition: On Thanksgiving weekend, we whip together cognac or bourbon or rum (I mean hey, who's picky?) with a rich mixture of egg yolks, milk, heavy cream, and sugar. We keep it in the fridge in the garage in a giant ceramic crock and, following my uncle's tradition, we stir and taste every day between Thanksgiving and Christmas, with the emphasis on the tasting. Before serving, we fold whipped egg whites in, for body, and then dust it with a grating of fresh nutmeg. By then, the liquor has mellowed out, making it infinitely (read: dangerously) smooth and drinkable.

But what if, say, you're not drinking alcohol? Or you don't do dairy? Or you've already gone way over your holiday sugar limit? I love celebrating the holidays, but I often find that by late December, I'm full up on the libations and already thinking of my next resolution. Cue the search for an eggnog alternative.

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How To Make a Cinnamon Roll Wreath — Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn

Never let it be said that I passed up a chance to go all out. Give me a few overnight guests, a lazy weekend morning, and a request for cinnamon rolls, and I will present this cinnamon roll wreath, complete with extra frosting on the side.

How can this glorious specimen of breakfast delight be yours? Glad you asked.

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How To Cook a Turkey: The Simplest, Easiest Method — Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn

Are you roasting a whole turkey for the holidays for the first time this year? Want the easiest, simplest method? Or perhaps you've done this many times before, but you want a quick refresher to brush up on the basics? We'll help you make your mama proud with these step-by-step instructions for roasting a whole turkey.

Here is our super basic, super simple, super easy recipe for roasting a super beautiful turkey this Thanksgiving.

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