Lori Richards, Recipe Tester

Think sugar cookie meets margarita. Or something like that. And just as difficult to stop at a single taste.

If you love pasta, then nothing beats a rich and flavorful beef ragu that tastes like it took all day to make. Even better? When it comes together in 2 hours.

Quesadillas are something that nearly everybody loves–crispy, melty, and filled with sweetly spiced steak. Don’t just take our word for it, eat some!

A handy recipe for delish little meatballs that are perfect for appetizers, snacks, or dinner. Spiced and dipped in yogurt–they’re perfect any time.

Crisp fried chicken and cool sweet tea. A combination of the South’s two fave things in which a 24-hour marinade subtly suffuses the chicken with the summeriness of tea and lemon.

Got meatloaf? Then you’ve also got the makings of a sumptuous pasta dish. Not really leftovers—more like a tomato-based glow-up.

Real-deal IKEA meatballs without having to leave the house. Consider it comfort food with no Allen key required.

The intense aroma of this intricately spiced Afghan chicken will draw everyone to the table early. The intense flavors will keep them there.

Some days, all you crave is a comforting bowl of nostalgia. And this beef Stroganoff fits the bill. It’s also full of flavor and comes together faster than you’d expect. You’re welcome.

Like bananas foster. But better. Easier. And with a traditional Tanzanian lilt based on a recipe handed down by grandmothers, so you know it’s certain to be good.