Vegetable

This recipe embraces the incredible natural sweetness of sweet potatoes but gives it a spicy edge.

Sub in whatever you have on hand in Dana Cowin's mix-and-match chili recipe

I used to shy away from making pot roasts for my family because choosing the right cut of beef among all the various cuts seemed overwhelming. Take it from me, picking up a relatively inexpensive chuck roast (like the one I use here) provides a moist, juicy, and tender roast every time.

Sweet and a bit salty, with a hint of spice: this is completely divine on hot buttered toast at any time of the day.

While this easy curry is super satisfying served over rice or with naan, we wrapped it in some leftover crepes for a convincing dosa-like experience.

Pickled eggs, vibrantly colored and flavored with assorted vegetables and spices, are an upgrade to standard hard-boiled Easter eggs and make for a delicious holiday appetizer.

A robust soup brimming with mixed vegetables and protein in a rich dashi broth, this one-pot stew is eaten by Japanese wrestlers in training. It’s wonderfully hearty without being heavy.

The simple joy of vibrant beans cooked in fragrant broth with a splash of cream.

Rethink comfort food with kimchi—a type of spicy Korean sauerkraut—which makes this slow-cooked, tomatoey braise tangy, spicy, and deeply flavorful.

This riff on a classic cassoulet skips most of the exotic ingredients and elaborate preparation but still delivers deep rich flavor.

You can braise the duck on Saturday and crisp it Sunday, which pares down the day-of duties.

Enchiladas stuffed with richly spiced slow-cooked beef are the ultimate weekend cooking project.

Richly marbled beef ribs beg for something crisp and refreshing to go alongside. If celery’s not your fave, try swapping it for any type of radish, escarole, or a tart apple.

These richly-spiced enchiladas are a totally worthwhile weekend cooking project.

Smoked pork hocks don’t just add meatiness and body; they release smoky, salty notes as they cook, seasoning the beans in the process.

Beans can roll with virtually any flavor profile, including bright fresh citrus, lime juice, and chiles in this wintery salad.

Winter’s answer to the grain bowl, this feels super hearty and satisfying.

If you can’t find yuzu kosho, combine 1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice, 1/2 tsp. orange juice, and a pinch each of finely chopped serrano and kosher salt.