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Apple Cinnamon Bread 1 HR 15

COMFORT FOOD

Apple Cinnamon Bread

Keep this moist apple cinnamon loaf in your fall baking rotation. Fresh apples, walnuts and warm spices make it cozy, while simple ingredients keep the method easy.

Medium · 4.5 ★
Baked Homemade Mac & Cheese 1 HR

COMFORT FOOD

Baked Homemade Mac & Cheese

This baked macaroni and cheese is rich with cheddar and Gruyère, then finished with crisp pecorino breadcrumbs. Serve it as a vegetarian main or a holiday side.

Medium · 4.8 ★
Black Bean & Corn Salad 20 MIN

SALADS & BOWLS · UNDER 30 MINUTES

Black Bean & Corn Salad

A bright black bean and corn salad for summer lunches or sides. It keeps for 3 days refrigerated; add the avocado just before serving to keep it from browning.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Black Bean Tortilla Soup 1 HR

COMFORT FOOD

Black Bean Tortilla Soup

Black beans and corn simmer in a fragrant tomato broth for this favorite tortilla soup. Finish each bowl with avocado, Cotija and crisp tortilla strips.

Advanced · 5.0 ★
Bright Lemon Pasta 20 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES · COMFORT FOOD

Bright Lemon Pasta

Bright lemon, butter and Parmesan turn this pasta al limone into a fresh 20-minute weeknight dinner. Finish it with herbs and extra cheese.

Easy · 4.9 ★
Caramelized Roasted Sweet Potatoes 35 MIN

COMPONENT · SIDE DISH

Caramelized Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Roasting brings out caramelized edges and tender centres in these sweet potatoes. Serve them as a side or add them to bowls, tacos and more.

Easy · 4.9 ★
Cheesy Baked Ziti 45 MIN

COMFORT FOOD

Cheesy Baked Ziti

Tangy tomato sauce, al dente pasta and three cheeses make this baked ziti easy to serve to a crowd. It is a comforting dish with a golden, cheesy finish.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Chickpea Salad Baguette 25 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES

Chickpea Salad Baguette

A chickpea salad packed with protein and fiber makes a satisfying vegan lunch. Prepare the filling up to 3 days ahead for easy sandwiches all week.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Cinnamon Apple Crisp 1 HR 10

COMFORT FOOD

Cinnamon Apple Crisp

Juicy cinnamon apples bake beneath a buttery brown sugar and oat topping in this easy fall dessert. Add vanilla ice cream while it is warm.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Colorful Kale Salad 40 MIN

SALADS & BOWLS

Colorful Kale Salad

This hearty kale salad layers roasted carrots, crisp chickpeas, avocado, cranberries and pepitas over colorful vegetables. A carrot-ginger dressing pulls it together for lunch.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup 35 MIN

COMFORT FOOD

Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

This rich broccoli cheddar soup comes together in 30 minutes and makes easy comfort food. Serve it with homemade croutons or crusty bread.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Creamy Potato Leek Soup 45 MIN

COMFORT FOOD

Creamy Potato Leek Soup

This creamy potato leek soup is a cool-weather favorite with a sweet, oniony depth from a quick leek-top broth. Any vegetable broth works, and the soup is simple to finish.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Creamy Vegan Alfredo 20 MIN

COMFORT FOOD

Creamy Vegan Alfredo

Cauliflower and cashews blend into a creamy vegan Alfredo sauce for an easy weeknight pasta. Lemon, nutritional yeast and garlic give it a rich, savory finish.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Creamy Vegan Mac & Cheese 30 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES · COMFORT FOOD

Creamy Vegan Mac & Cheese

Potatoes, sweet potatoes and cashews blend into a smooth vegan cheese sauce for this comforting macaroni. Nutritional yeast adds the savory, cheesy character.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Creamy White Bean Chili 45 MIN

COMFORT FOOD

Creamy White Bean Chili

This creamy white bean chili is a hearty dinner for busy nights or game day. Finish it with jalapeños, scallions, cilantro and avocado for color and crunch.

Medium · 4.8 ★
Crisp Vegetable Spring Rolls 30 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES · COMFORT FOOD

Crisp Vegetable Spring Rolls

Cold noodles, vegetables, tofu and herbs fill these light vegetable spring rolls. Serve them with peanut sauce for a vegan, gluten-free appetizer or light meal.

Medium · 5.0 ★
Crisp-Skinned Baked Potato 1 HR

COMFORT FOOD

Crisp-Skinned Baked Potato

A coating of olive oil and sea salt gives these baked potatoes crisp skins and fluffy centres. Add your favorite toppings for an easy side or light meal.

Easy · 5.0 ★
Customizable Homemade Granola 40 MIN

BREAKFAST · SNACK

Customizable Homemade Granola

Bake a customizable batch of granola with oats, nuts, seeds and dried fruit. This version is vegan and gluten-free, and it comes together without fuss.

Easy · 4.9 ★
Customizable Overnight Oats 10 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES

Customizable Overnight Oats

Prepare a flexible overnight-oats base, then choose from apple, peach, peanut-butter-and-jam or chocolate-banana toppings. Refrigerate the base overnight or for up to 5 days.

Advanced · 5.0 ★
Fluffy Cottage Cheese Pancakes 30 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES

Fluffy Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Cottage cheese gives these pancakes a fluffy texture, extra protein and a gentle vanilla sweetness. Finish them with maple syrup and fresh fruit.

Easy · 5.0 ★
Fresh Burrito Bowl 1 HR 30

COMFORT FOOD

Fresh Burrito Bowl

Build bright burrito bowls from rice, beans, sofritas, fajita vegetables and fresh toppings. Prep each component ahead and keep them separate for quick lunches or dinners.

Medium · 5.0 ★
Fresh Corn Chowder 1 HR

COMFORT FOOD

Fresh Corn Chowder

Tender potatoes and sweet corn make this chowder hearty and comforting. Fresh cobs create a quick stock; outside the season, use 4½ cups frozen corn and vegetable stock instead of water.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Grilled Pepper & Chickpea Salad 25 MIN

SALADS & BOWLS · UNDER 30 MINUTES

Grilled Pepper & Chickpea Salad

Grilled red and yellow peppers meet chickpeas, oregano and basil in this easy summer salad. It works for a healthy weeknight dinner whether you eat meat or not.

Medium · 25 min
Hearty Lentil Pasta 30 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES · COMFORT FOOD

Hearty Lentil Pasta

Chewy pappardelle is coated in a savory tomato and lentil sauce for a filling vegetarian dinner. Mushrooms and tamari add depth without making the method complicated.

Medium · 4.8 ★
Heirloom Tomato & Avocado Salad RECIPE

SALADS & BOWLS

Heirloom Tomato & Avocado Salad

Juicy heirloom tomatoes, warm orzo, chickpeas and avocado make this colorful salad a bright way to hold onto summer. Fresh basil, arugula and pine nuts finish each serving.

Medium
Herby Orzo Salad 8 MIN

SALADS & BOWLS · COMFORT FOOD

Herby Orzo Salad

This fresh orzo salad works as a side or vegetarian lunch, with cucumbers, tomatoes, chickpeas, feta and herbs. Add the herbs just before serving for the brightest flavor.

Medium · 5.0 ★
Kale Spaghetti Aglio e Olio 20 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES · COMFORT FOOD

Kale Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

This kale-flecked aglio e olio is a 20-minute weeknight pasta made with a short list of ingredients. Lemon, garlic and chili keep the simple sauce lively.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Loaded Vegan Burrito 1 HR

COMFORT FOOD

Loaded Vegan Burrito

Fill flour tortillas with seasoned black beans, Spanish rice, peppers, guacamole and pickled onions for a flexible vegan burrito. Prep the components ahead for quick assembly.

Medium · 4.6 ★
Mediterranean Chickpea & Date Salad 20 MIN

SALADS & BOWLS · UNDER 30 MINUTES

Mediterranean Chickpea & Date Salad

Chickpeas, goat cheese, dates and toasted cumin bring sweet, savory and aromatic notes to this Mediterranean salad. It travels well for lunch or a potluck.

Medium · 5.0 ★
Mexican-Style Street Corn Salad RECIPE

SALADS & BOWLS

Mexican-Style Street Corn Salad

This Mexican-style street corn salad balances creamy dressing, lime, chili and fresh herbs for a lively summer side. It is simple enough to make again and again.

Medium · 5.0 ★
No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Balls 1 HR 10

COMFORT FOOD

No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Balls

These one-bowl protein bites combine peanut butter, oats and chocolate chips for an easy snack. No food processor is needed, and they keep well chilled.

Easy · 4.8 ★
Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe & Caramelized Onion 20 MIN

COMFORT FOOD

Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe & Caramelized Onion

Orecchiette, broccoli rabe, plant-based sausage and caramelized onions make a satisfying winter pasta. Prepare the onions ahead; they keep in the fridge for up to a week.

Medium · 4.8 ★
Perfect Spaghetti Squash Strands 40 MIN

PLANT-FORWARD

Perfect Spaghetti Squash Strands

Use this straightforward method for tender spaghetti squash strands that stay pleasantly al dente. Roasting time depends on the oven and the size of the squash.

Easy · 5.0 ★
Quick Pickled Beets 25 HR 15

COMFORT FOOD

Quick Pickled Beets

These sweet-tangy beets sit in a simple apple cider vinegar brine and keep refrigerated for about 2 weeks. Keep them submerged, then add them to salads, sandwiches or snacks.

Medium · 1515 min
Quinoa Arugula Salad with Apricot & Avocado 15 MIN

SALADS & BOWLS · UNDER 30 MINUTES

Quinoa Arugula Salad with Apricot & Avocado

This bright arugula salad works as a side for dinner or a holiday table. Quinoa, chickpeas, almonds and avocado give it enough substance to stand alone.

Medium · 15 min
Quinoa Salad with Broccoli Pesto 30 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES · COMFORT FOOD

Quinoa Salad with Broccoli Pesto

Kale, roasted chickpeas, crisp vegetables and lemony pea pesto turn this quinoa salad into a satisfying lunch or dinner. It is vegan and gluten-free.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Roasted Vegetable Vegetarian Lasagna 1 HR 30

COMFORT FOOD

Roasted Vegetable Vegetarian Lasagna

Roasted vegetables, spinach, tomato sauce and ricotta make this hearty vegetarian lasagna a reliable homemade dinner. Gluten-free noodles work well, and the notes include a vegan variation.

Advanced · 4.9 ★
Sesame Soba Noodle Bowls 20 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES · COMFORT FOOD

Sesame Soba Noodle Bowls

Soba noodles are tossed with a bright sesame dressing, edamame, crisp vegetables and fresh herbs for a quick lunch or dinner. Serve them chilled or at room temperature.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Smoky Black Bean Soup 1 HR

COMFORT FOOD

Smoky Black Bean Soup

This simple black bean soup is full of warm spice and deep flavor. Refrigerate leftovers for 5 days or freeze them for up to 3 months.

Medium · 5.0 ★
Smoky Vegetarian Chili 45 MIN

COMFORT FOOD

Smoky Vegetarian Chili

Fire-roasted tomatoes, beans, corn and chipotles give this vegetarian chili smoky, spicy depth. Skip the dairy toppings for a vegan bowl; the recipe is gluten-free.

Medium · 5.0 ★
Spiced Pumpkin Bread 1 HR 20

COMFORT FOOD

Spiced Pumpkin Bread

Moist pumpkin bread scented with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves is a reliable fall bake. The loaf is warmly spiced and easy to slice for sharing.

Medium · 4.9 ★
Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells 1 HR

COMFORT FOOD

Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Spinach and ricotta fill these comforting baked shells, which can be assembled up to 4 hours ahead. Keep the dish covered in the fridge until it is time to bake.

Medium · 4.8 ★
Spring Vegetable Pasta Primavera 30 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES · COMFORT FOOD

Spring Vegetable Pasta Primavera

Seasonal vegetables, basil and lemon make this pasta primavera a fresh spring or summer dinner. Tarragon is optional, but it adds a lovely final layer of flavor.

Medium · 5.0 ★
Turkish Eggs with Aleppo Pepper 20 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES

Turkish Eggs with Aleppo Pepper

Creamy garlic yogurt, poached eggs and fragrant Aleppo pepper oil make a savory Turkish breakfast. Serve it with pita or crusty bread for scooping.

Medium · 5.0 ★
Vegan Jamaican Jerk Tacos 40 MIN

COMFORT FOOD

Vegan Jamaican Jerk Tacos

Spiced jackfruit, bright mango-avocado salsa and warm corn tortillas make these vegan tacos lively and fun. Prepare the filling ahead when you are feeding a group.

Advanced · 5.0 ★
Vegan Pasta with Creamy White Bean Sauce 30 MIN

UNDER 30 MINUTES · COMFORT FOOD

Vegan Pasta with Creamy White Bean Sauce

This weeknight vegan pasta is coated in a silky white bean sauce with a tangy finish. It is comforting, wholesome and quick to put together.

Medium · 30 min
Vegan Vegetable Enchiladas 1 HR

COMFORT FOOD

Vegan Vegetable Enchiladas

These plant-based enchiladas combine a vegetable and black bean filling with red sauce and creamy vegan cheese. Make the sauce and cheese a day or two ahead to save time.

Medium · 5.0 ★
Vegetable Egg Muffins 40 MIN

BREAKFAST

Vegetable Egg Muffins

These savory egg muffins make a wholesome breakfast and a handy meal-prep option. Use the storage and reheating tips in the post to plan ahead.

Easy · 4.9 ★
Velvety Butternut Squash Soup 45 MIN

COMFORT FOOD

Velvety Butternut Squash Soup

This silky vegan butternut squash soup is made for cool-weather comfort. Keep it refrigerated for 4 days or freeze it for a few months.

Medium · 5.0 ★
Weeknight Cheese Enchiladas 50 MIN

COMFORT FOOD

Weeknight Cheese Enchiladas

These cheese enchiladas are a simple weeknight dinner with plenty of flavor. Prepare the sauce up to 5 days ahead and keep it refrigerated.

Medium · 4.9 ★

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