Meat
Cornbread Stuffing with Chorizo and Sweet Potatoes
This flavor-packed holiday side feeds a crowd of 20 and takes care of both the stuffing and the sweet potatoes.
The Definitive Guide to Oktoberfest Sausages
Finally learn the difference between knockwurst and bratwurst.
Oxtail and Red Wine Stew
Love beef stew and braised short ribs? Consider giving oxtails a try. These surprisingly meaty cuts contain a ton of collagen, which melts into the stew to create an ultra-rich, ultra-silky texture and flavor. In fact, you might end up needing to thin the finished stew with water before serving.
Ham Hock and White Bean Stew
If you can’t find corona or gigante beans for this stew, use smaller white ones like cannellini. Keep in mind that they’ll cook a lot faster, so give the ham a 30-minute head start.
Roast Sausage and Fennel with Orange
Roasting Italian sausages on a bed of sliced fennel and red onion is two kinds of genius: sausage drippings flavor the vegetables and you only have one pan to clean when dinner is done.
Warm-Spiced Saucy Lamb Stew
Keep in mind that the level of heat in harissa pastes varies widely from brand to brand—adjust how much you add depending on your preference. If your stew skews hot, just top it with a dollop of minty yogurt for instant relief.
Slow-Cooked Chicken Stew with Kale
Shred perfectly cooked chicken thighs, then add the bare bones back to the simmering pot for an ultra-rich stew. Zesty gremolata, chopped bacon, and fresh lemon add even more flavor.
Butternut Squash and Chorizo Hash
Top this sweet and spicy hash with eggs for breakfast or fold it into tortillas for a taco with some sour cream and hot sauce on top and you’ve got dinner.
Silky Pork and Cumin Stew
A tangy cabbage slaw and zesty, charred avocadoes dressed with lime juice and chili powder brighten up this earthy, warming stew.
41 Ways to Cook With Ground Beef
It's not just for burgers, you know.
Leek-Top Baking-Sheet Hash
Roasted or sautéed dark green leek tops are just as good and way more beautiful than their more popular white onion siblings: tender, totally flavorful—they're the hero of this hash.
Weekly Meal Plan: October 8–13
Featuring chicken tagine, shrimp tacos, and easy nextover pasta.
23 Pancetta-Packed Recipes
The cured Italian meat has a way of working magic no matter where it goes, from Brussels sprouts to bread stuffing.
19 of Our Favorite Prosciutto Recipes
Layer the salty Italian ham on sandwiches, drape it over a crisp-crusted pizza, or crisp the slices in a pan for a crunchy accent that will add life to any dish.
Chuck Eye with Carrot Top Salsa Verde
Grill tender, inexpensive chuck eye steaks and top with a salsa verde made with carrot tops instead of parsley—it's gorgeous on pretty much anything!
Salsa Rustica with Egg and Pancetta
Spoon salsa rustica over grilled bread, grilled or roasted vegetables, roasted potatoes, sautéed greens, sliced tomatoes, boiled green beans, or cauliflower.
Weekly Meal Plan: October 1–5
A big-batch pork roast yields three dinners, including a creamy pasta and a breakfast-for-dinner hash.
10 Ways to Serve Meatballs, No Marinara Allowed
Spaghetti is great. But you won't find any here.
Sheet-Pan Curry Pork Chops and Sweet Potatoes
Roast halved sweet potatoes and spiced pork chops on one pan, then top with a lemony yogurt sauce, crispy radishes, and tart pomegranate seeds.