Main Dishes

Filling and satisfying, John Chandler's lasagna is our most popular recipe. With basil, sausage, ground beef and three types of cheese, it lives up to its name.

This easy meatloaf recipe is one of our best--made over 7,000 times and never disappoints! This no-fail meatloaf makes 8 servings.

You'll love Chef John's recipe for the best crispy-crusted chicken Parmesan.

Try this shrimp scampi recipe served with pasta for the ultimate seafood pasta dish.

Simple ingredients and quick prep makes the perfect egg salad for sandwiches!

Sharp Cheddar and Parmesan cheese combine for this extra creamy mac 'n' cheese recipe. Just 20 minutes to prep and 30 to bake.

A super rich, classic 'bacon and egg' spaghetti dish. Great to serve for company. This recipe also makes an unusual brunch offering.

I made up this one to resemble the rotisserie chicken I love so much. It is so expensive here, so here's my version.

Texas-style pulled pork simmers in a tangy chili-seasoned barbecue sauce with plenty of onion, then pulled into tender shreds to serve on a buttered, toasted bun.

This is an easy way to have the fried chicken texture, but baked.

These homemade flour dumplings are quick and easy to make.

A couple of simple ingredients with no-fuss prep make a roast chicken that many swear is the juiciest they've ever eaten.

This easy mac and cheese recipe is ready in under 30 minutes.

Really great appetizer for the summer or anytime. Every time I have served these everyone wants the recipe...and they're so easy! Just be sure to refrigerate the cream cheese mixture overnight!

The original hamburger, these are served like a flattened meatball with some steamed string beans and salad. I also like to use this recipe to make Swedish meatballs (but omit the paprika). My Aunt in Hamburg, Germany taught me this recipe and I've been making them ever since. Serve with steamed string beans and tossed salad. Or serve on a Kaiser roll with lettuce, tomato, pickled cucumbers, finely sliced deep fried onions and curry ketchup.

Great in the spring when asparagus first comes in and you can get it fresh.

Chef John's mathematical method for prime rib is perfect every time.

This slow cooker recipe delivers a hearty dish of hamburger, bacon, and beans in a thick and sweet sauce.

Authentic Italian-style mushroom risotto goes with any main course.

Corned beef and cabbage make a great centerpiece for St. Patrick's Day.

One of my kid's favorite casseroles. Best recipe the day after a big ham supper!

A delicious chicken pot pie made from scratch with carrots, peas, and celery for a comfort food classic.

These easy-to-fix pork chops are deliciously tender with wonderful flavor. A perfect meal for those busy afternoons when you want a quick meal that tastes like you slaved all day over the stove. Serve with rice or mashed potatoes.

Slow cook your St. Patrick's Day corned beef dinner, and celebrate the easy way.