Seasoned Cooking: First Quarter Newsletter

Stuffing pasta shells with a blend of chopped chicken and vegetables and baking them in a tomato-chicken broth mixture gives a healthier twist on a baked favorite. Time to find the best blend of comfort food and healthier eating!

Creamy sauce dotted with green chilis and spicy cheese envelopes enchiladas generously filled with tender chicken, hearty black beans, onions, red pepper, and even more cheese. Baked to perfection, they make a perfect midweek meal.

A quick meal that's downright fancy will have you feeling spoiled midweek. A seasoned broth bathes tender udon noodles, spicy broiled cod loins, fresh vegetables, and so many flavor elements you will be savoring every bite and spoonful!

Enjoy a gorgeous winter salad featuring pan-crisped turkey or chicken and so many bright and beautiful fruits and vegetables. Getting your daily nutrition is easy when something this tasty and beautiful is on your dinner plate.

Enjoy a beautiful chocolate-covered pink no bake cheesecake just in time for Valentine's Day. Besides, it blends the flavors of peppermint and chocolate, so what's not to like?

Grab your pressure cooker and have the slow-simmered taste of comforting soup without having to babysit the stove all day. A ham bone, leftover ham, dried beans, and barley join a bevy of vegetables to make a perfect meal.

A base infused with the flavors of chai, cozy spices, and vanilla gets an extra creamy kick from sweetened, condensed milk. Creamy chai rice pudding has never been faster or easier than when you have an Instant Pot at the ready!

A quick noodle stir-fry is just what you need for dinner. If you have time, let the pork marinate up to a day in advance and pair it with chopped peppers and broccoli and a fragrant sauce and you have a meal ready to eat!

Using a cake mix, you can amp up the flavor and texture with a few tricks and increase the wow factor by using a beautiful mini bundt pan. Once you get the hang of it, all kinds of super cakes are bound to find their way to your table.

When you find yourself looking for a quick and simple burrito recipe, look to quick-cooking pork and bacon. Before you know it, you'll be setting up this delicious and fast combo for your weeknight dinner rush.

A quick savory muffin is a perfect pair for everything from chili and soups to pasta and casseroles. Packed with two kinds of cheese and tangy green onions, you'll want to make a double batch and freeze some to have on hand at a moment's notice.

A perfect pantry and root cellar recipe to warm you on those cool days without having you at the stove for hours, this curry is packed with winter storing vegetables like sweet potatoes, onions, ginger, and garlic and joined by champions like red lentils, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, and a bevy of your favorite spices.

A fun cookie bar recipe featuring pumpkin, dark chocolate, oatmeal, and even maple syrup is a perfect afternoon pick me up with tea. Make a batch and take a bar or two along to work or bring a whole pan to make a good impression at the office.

This simple casserole takes advantage of leftover shredded chicken - rotisserie anyone? - and is sure to be met with cheers around the table. A creamy sauce and frozen veggies with a crunchy topping round it out.

Make your lentils ahead of time to allow them to cool down and you can toss this salad together quickly to serve alongside your favorite meals. It pairs well with everything from chicken and fish to steak and chops.

A couple cans of crescent dough and your favorite taco fillings gets you a fast and fun complete dinner. Mix and match your family's favorites to make it your own and enjoy a twist on taco night any night of the week.

A multi-step and segmented meal allows you to customize it to suit your tastes, dietary preferences, and preparation time desired for a meal that will have you digging into some classic and downright delicious Arabic cuisine.

Taking a few minutes to assemble a frittata by separating the eggs and treating them slightly differently gives the finished dish the feeling of an airy soufflé. Tossing about 5 extra minutes into the prep time means giving your breakfast an elegant texture you'll find yourself serving for dinner too!

Spring is here, but it's often dressed in winter's clothes. When that happens, bring warmth to your table and everyone around it with a warm and cozy casserole featuring a fantastic sauce, tender chicken, lots of hash browns, and a crown of cheese.

Start a fun pasta dish on the stovetop and finish it in the oven, all while getting it on the table in a half hour. In less time than it takes to have a pizza delivered, you can make a pizza-inspired pasta dish in the comfort of your own home.

Your bread machine and oven come together to help you make super simple pita bread. What's more, you can easily freeze any of the leftovers, double a batch, and find lots of ways to use and enjoy this versatile bread.

By planning ahead (and making more than you need), you can have a stunning meal on the table in less time than it takes to order pizza for delivery. Make meatballs and pita ahead of time (and freeze the extra for later) and you can have a Mediterranean feast in a half hour.

Grab a sheet pan and your oven. A one pan meal is about to find its way to your table. Everything from chicken and potatoes to spinach and tomatoes come together to make a great Greek-inspired meal that can be on the table in 40 minutes.