Dinner for a Crowd

lasagna's lazier cousin.

Perfect with a cup of Joe.

Many of us turn to beans for our weekly meals. It’s a beloved pantry staple for hearty chili, winter stews, and comforting soups. Canned beans are no stranger to my pantry (there’s always a variety lining the shelves for an emergency), but over these past several months at home, I’ve become a dried bean convert.

The perfect make-ahead meal.

And go back for seconds!

It features the crispiest potatoes of all time.

Think Pocky stick, but peanut butter.

Equal parts easy, fancy, and fun.

A faster way to make the classic.

Plus, it’s easier than you think.

It's ridiculously good — and surprisingly easy to make.

A big casserole dish filled with baked pasta is the easiest (and tastiest) way to feed all of your family and friends.

Anytime you're cooking on vacation, the name of the game is easy as can be.

Who doesn't love Hawaiian rolls?

It's way easier than apple pie.

Of course Ina has the smartest way to make lasagna ahead!

Of course Ina has a few extra tips for ways to finish it off in a special way.

A refreshing, light slaw fragrant with roasted peanuts you can serve on a weeknight or on a buffet.

This creamy, comforting dish is calling your name.

The secret ingredient? Cooked carrots.

It's like no other pot roast you've ever tasted.

The best thing to happen to breakfast.

Not a can of cream of chicken soup in sight.

Each one is a gift to your future self!

These easy, delicate cookies taste of brown butter and caramel.

Gooey marshmallow treats meet coconut and rum.

The ultimate comfort food.

Tender potatoes slow cooked in a gooey cheddar cheese sauce is the easy comfort you crave.

This fresh, vibrant salad deserves to be in your summer rotation.

Who needs turkey when you've got stuffing on the table?

There are few things they love more than this recipe.

A pot of melted cheese for dinner? Yes, please.

It’s a glorious summer day when your lunch involves a Nicoise salad and a glass of rosé. Although, truthfully, it would be glorious with just the salad alone. And the only thing that could possibly make it better is if I were actually eating it in France. Maybe next summer. Nicoise salad is sneaky. It’s the kind of meal that feels so classy and refined, but when you make it at home, it becomes an easy summer dinner to have any night of the week.

Why build 12 separate sandwiches when you could make one?

In the grand pantheon of roasted vegetables, I feel that broccoli is king. Reviled by picky toddlers and neglected by snacking party-goers, here is a vegetable that is absolutely redeemed by the power of a hot oven. The tough stems turn tender, the tree-like tops turn crispy, and the color goes from dull and boring to a brilliant, appetizing emerald green. All hail King Broccoli.

A step-by-step guide to the best pizza of your life.

Puddles of mozzarella in a meaty marinara tossed with tender rigatoni pasta.

This is a soup you can be proud of. No matter how many times you’ve made it before, a pot of this soup on your stove should (and will) result in a self-congratulatory fist pump. And if you’ve somehow made it this far in life without making chicken soup from scratch using a whole chicken, then prepare yourself for something truly special. Dinner is going to be amazing.

This old-fashioned pot roast, cooked quietly in the slow cooker all day with a mess of caramelized onions, makes a rich broth and meat that melts in your mouth.

Don't wait until Thanksgiving to make it.

It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.

Fresh, sweet corn takes these rich and cheesy croquettes up a notch.

Make it before peaches are gone.

The freshest hot dog around!

Salsa macha and crushed Fuego Takis give this dog a one-two punch of flavor and texture.

When I decided to host a casual yet elegant weekend brunch for my book club, I knew immediately that the main dish would be a quiche. For me, quiche is the ultimate special brunch treat, combining flaky, buttery crust with a rich yet light egg custard studded with flavorful mix-ins — in this case, sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil and tangy bits of goat cheese.

When I think about throwing a dinner party, especially a big one like this polenta supper I’m sharing with you this week, my thoughts immediately go to: What can I make ahead? Last week, I had an easy answer: a shredded, succulent mess of beef braised in red wine and tomatoes, falling apart in its juices. It’s a terrific make-ahead dish, since like most braises, this beef gets better overnight, and takes all the stress of a main dish off your hands entirely. Sound good?

This may be our very favorite meal. It is incredibly hard to screw up, and yet turning a big hunk of pork shoulder into tender shreds of juicy meat still feels like a noteworthy accomplishment every time we do it. We’re going to take you through the steps of trimming, seasoning, braising, shredding, and serving a pork shoulder—with instructions, photos, and a basic recipe, too. This recipe is meant to be a guide.

These spongettes are exactly the kind of dessert I am craving right now. They’re cool and creamy with a whisper of lemon in each spoonful. They’re also a hoot to serve a dinner parties as guests discover how the soft pudding layer gives way to tender sponge cake beneath. Topped with a handful of berries or a dollop of whipped cream, these little treats make the ultimate springtime dessert.

Just add mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

"I have to admit that creating this recipe felt particularly sinful, maybe even blasphemous ... "

Swap out the usual cocktail sauce with this tangy-creamy mayonnaise-based dressing.

The classic Cajun sandwich gets some Filipino flair when it's loaded up with delicious, fork-tender lechon pork.

The only dinner party appetizer you need.

This peppery vinegar- and mayonnaise-based sauce is perfect for serving with smoked chicken and turkey.

Top with fruit and whipped cream, or layer it into a trifle.

Making this classic candy-store confection is easier than you think.

Take your fried rice up a notch with scallops and five spice.

Tangy, fluffy, and ready in 5 minutes.

Make this restaurant-style sauce with just three ingredients.

Surprise and delight your guests with this Filipino-style jalapeño popper.

These crispy, buttery phyllo triangles stuffed with mixed greens and feta cheese are a favorite with guests.

Whip up the beloved restaurant appetizer in less than 30 minutes.

When serving corn chips on the side simply isn't enough.

It's the easy-yet-elegant side your holiday table needs.

This garlic bread upgrade is comically easy to make.