Sweet Corn Humitas

Like a tamale, filled with cheese and fresh sweet corn. (By Adapted from Jose Garces)

Kamut with Mushrooms and Blue Cheese

All that’s missing is the steak. (By Kate Ramos)

Baked Quinoa Adobado

Jalapeño and chipotle peppers make for a spicy side dish. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Texas Queso Dip

Use it to top nachos or just as a dip for tortilla chips. This recipe combines two cheeses, onions, and green chiles for a Tex-Mex winner. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Herb-Rubbed Roasted Turkey Breast

Slathered with herbs and spice, this turkey breast has a flavor akin to sausage. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Cornbread and Oyster Stuffing

So good, it stands on its own. (By Charlie Palmer)

Oven-Fried Buttermilk Chicken

Heavenly either hot from the oven or cold, buttermilk fried chicken is a staple at any self-respecting summer picnic. (By Kate Ramos)

Chicken Parmesan

The dish that defines Italian American food. (By Kate Ramos)

Chestnut Gnocchi with Robiola Cheese Sauce

Gnocchi are taken to the next level with chestnut flour. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Flank Steak Salad with Arugula

Hearty yet healthy, this salad has black beans, black-eyed peas, red onions, and sweet bell peppers. (By Ray Lee)

Bacon-Wrapped Turkey with Pear Cider Gravy

Bacon keeps the turkey moist while pears sweeten it up. (By Kate Ramos and Aida Mollenkamp)

Pork and Pâté Vietnamese Sandwich (Banh Mi)

Sweet, tangy, spicy, and crunchy all loaded on a baguette. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Mayan-Style Pit Pork (Cochinita Pibil)

In this oven take on Yucatán-style pit pork, the meat marinates in an orange and achiote mixture before being wrapped in banana leaves and slow-cooked. (By Adapted from Silvana Salcido Esparza)

Shortcut BBQ Brisket

Easy techniques for a juicier, more flavorful piece of meat without waiting all night. (By Ray Lampe)

Real Good Meat Loaf

Oh, we know: You’ve got a meat loaf recipe already, but you can never have too many. (By Roy Finamore)