Main Course Recipes

A true icon of Texas potlucks, King Ranch Casserole is the ultimate Southwestern comfort food, named after the legendary 825,000-acre ranch in South Texas. This decadent dish featu...

Hailing from the rustic kitchens of Southern France, this Cassoulet is the pinnacle of French comfort food—a slow-simmered masterpiece of creamy white beans, succulent duck confit,...

Experience the soul of American BBQ with this tender, melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork that balances smoky sweetness with a tangy vinegar kick. We start with a hand-rubbed pork shoul...

Nasi Ayam is the soul-satisfying crown jewel of Malaysian hawker culture, blending Chinese Hainanese roots with local Malay aromatics. This dish features succulent, silky-smooth po...

Originating from Chengdu in the 19th century, Mapo Tofu is the crown jewel of Sichuan cuisine, celebrated for its complex 'Ma-La' (numbing and spicy) flavor profile. This dish feat...

A true Wisconsin icon, the Butter Burger is the pinnacle of American comfort food, known for its thin, crispy-edged beef patty and a bun so generously buttered it glows. Unlike a s...

Born in the heart of South Minneapolis in the 1950s, the Jucy Lucy is an iconic American masterpiece that flips the burger script by putting the cheese on the inside. As the beef s...

Considered the national dish of Malaysia, Nasi Lemak is a masterclass in balancing textures and flavors. This aromatic ensemble features rice steeped in rich coconut milk and panda...

Born on the rugged Atlantic coast, this lobster roll is the pinnacle of coastal luxury served in a humble sandwich format. Unlike its mayo-laden cousins, this version celebrates th...

Experience the quintessential taste of the Atlantic coast with this dual-style recipe that honors both the chilled, creamy Maine tradition and the warm, buttery Connecticut classic...

Born in the heart of the French Quarter at Central Grocery, the Muffuletta is a monumental sandwich that defines New Orleans' Sicilian heritage. This towering masterpiece features ...

Born in the heart of the French Quarter at Central Grocery, the Muffuletta is a towering testament to New Orleans' Sicilian heritage. This iconic sandwich layers salty Italian cold...

A masterpiece of Jewish-American deli culture, the Reuben is a symphony of salty, sour, and creamy flavors pressed between toasted rye. This recipe features succulent corned beef p...

Transport your taste buds straight to the French Quarter with this quintessential New Orleans classic. Featuring a golden, cornmeal-crusted medley of succulent shrimp and briny oys...

Transport your taste buds to the heart of the French Quarter with this quintessential New Orleans classic. Featuring succulent jumbo shrimp enveloped in a seasoned cornmeal and flo...

Born in the heart of New Orleans, the Po' Boy is more than just a sandwich; it is a soulful testament to Louisiana's rich culinary heritage. This version features succulent Gulf sh...

A cornerstone of British comfort food, this hearty pie traces its roots back to the industrial heartlands of Northern England. It features tender chunks of slow-simmered beef and f...

A cornerstone of British comfort food, this classic pie hails from the industrial heartlands of Northern England where it has warmed souls for generations. It features a rich, molt...

A true New England icon, these fried whole belly clams capture the briny essence of the Atlantic in every golden, crunchy bite. Unlike clam strips, these 'bellies' offer a sophisti...

Experience the soul of Singaporean and Malaysian street food with this aromatic, comforting masterpiece. This one-pot version streamlines the traditional poaching method by infusin...

A soul-warming cornerstone of Jewish tradition, this slow-cooked Sabbath stew is a rich, mahogany-hued masterpiece of tender beef, creamy beans, and savory barley. Originating in t...

Born in the bustling brasseries of early 20th-century Paris, the Croque Monsieur is the world’s most decadent grilled ham and cheese sandwich. This recipe elevates the humble forma...

Originating from the vibrant streets of Penang, Nasi Kandar is the crown jewel of Malaysian-Indian cuisine, characterized by a 'banjir' (flooded) medley of intense curries over fra...

Char Kway Teow is the undisputed king of Malaysian street food, a smoky and soul-satisfying stir-fry that translates to 'stir-fried rice cake strips.' This recipe captures the elus...