Grilled Meatball Sandwich

An ex-boyfriend’s mom—who emigrated from Colombia—made the best meat sauce—she would fry sofrito for the base and simply add cooked ground beef, sazón, and jarred tomato sauce. My version is a bit more bougie—it calls for caramelized tomato paste and white wine—but the result is just as good.

A quick-fix dinner thanks to store-bought tortellini and chicken broth.

A pinch of sugar in the spice rub ensures picture-perfect grill marks with layers of flavor.

Cabbage is the unsung hero of the winter kitchen—available anywhere, long-lasting in the fridge, and super-affordable. It’s also an excellent partner for pasta.

In this lasagna, soft layers of pasta and béchamel are interspersed with a rich tomato sauce laden with hearty Mediterranean vegetables.

Who says latkes have to be potato? Brussels bring a delicious cruciferousness.

This dish is not only a quick meal option but also a practical way to use leftover phở noodles when you’re out of broth.

You can consider this recipe a template for creating a gooey, cheesy instant ramen dish with an appetizing golden crust in the oven.