Dinner recipes Page 2

Dinner recipes for every night of the week, from 30-minute pastas to slow-simmered stews and bakes that feed a crowd. Quick options include tomato ricotta pasta, lemon ricotta pasta, and ricotta fritters, all ready in under half an hour. When you have more time, beef stew comes in stovetop, Dutch oven, and slow cooker versions, and beef tips with gravy suit a long afternoon in the crockpot.

Stuffed dishes, such as spaghetti squash, bell peppers with ground beef or brown rice, and ricotta shells, can be assembled ahead and baked when you're ready to eat. Check the time and serving size in each title to match your evening, and look to the savory tarts and pies for a lighter meatless dinner.

Tender Dutch Oven Beef Stew

Dutch Oven Beef Stew

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 175 min, this Dutch Oven Beef Stew is hearty. Check out the Quick Recipe Specs section to plan for a meal that is fork tender and rich.

Failure-Proof Ricotta Vegetable Pasta

Ricotta Vegetable Pasta

4.56 (9 Ratings)

Ready in 30 min, this Ricotta Vegetable Pasta is a rich, creamy dinner. It includes an ingredient swap table to help you use what is in your fridge.

Savory Ricotta Fritters: Italian Appetizer

Savory Ricotta Fritters

4.75 (8 Ratings)

Ready in 30 minutes, these Savory Ricotta Fritters are a rich appetizer. Learn what these ingredients do to ensure a golden, crisp exterior every time.

Guilt-Free Savory Ricotta Tart

Savory Ricotta Tart

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Ricotta, puff pastry, and lemon zest make this Savory Ricotta Tart. It includes a breakdown of why it works and takes just 50 minutes total to prepare.

Savory Ricotta Pie With Spinach

Ricotta Pie Savory With Spinach

4.38 (8 Ratings)

Puff pastry, ricotta, and spinach create this Ricotta Pie Savory. It includes an ingredient swap table and takes 60 minutes from start to finish.

Homemade Gnocchi with Ricotta in 40 Minutes

Homemade Gnocchi with Ricotta

4.17 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 40 min, this Homemade Gnocchi with Ricotta is a light alternative to potato pasta. See how to get the texture right for a cloud-like result.

Spinach Ricotta Pasta Bake in 40 Minutes

Spinach Ricotta Pasta Bake

4.50 (10 Ratings)

Want a creamy Spinach Ricotta Pasta Bake for dinner? Use reserved pasta water to keep the cheese lush, and check out the Quick Pasta Bake Specs for timing.

Simple Tomato Ricotta Pasta in 15 Minutes

Tomato Ricotta Pasta

4.71 (7 Ratings)

Ricotta sauces can split without heavy cream. This Tomato Ricotta Pasta uses starchy water for a smooth finish and includes quick recipe specs.

Creamy Ricotta Mac and Cheese in 25 Minutes

Ricotta Mac and Cheese

4.33 (6 Ratings)

A whipped cheese base replaces the roux for this Ricotta Mac and Cheese. Check out what's in the pot for this rich dinner ready in 25 minutes.

Creamy Spinach Ricotta Pasta

Spinach Ricotta Pasta

4.56 (9 Ratings)

Get specific tips in the making your pasta section. This Spinach Ricotta Pasta is a bright, meat-free dinner for busy families wanting a hearty meal.

Homemade Ricotta Cheese with Heavy Cream

Ricotta Cheese with Heavy Cream

4.56 (9 Ratings)

Want to make your own Ricotta Cheese? This creamy version uses heavy cream for a pillowy texture and includes a guide on what each ingredient does.

Whipped Ricotta Dip in 10 Minutes

Whipped Ricotta Dip

4.44 (9 Ratings)

Ricotta cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice make this Whipped Ricotta Dip. It takes 10 minutes and includes a list of equipment needed for the best result.

Baked Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Spinach Ricotta Shells

4.57 (7 Ratings)

Filling often turns watery while baking. These Spinach Ricotta Shells stay creamy by drying the spinach; see why this method works in our guide.

Creamy Lemon Ricotta Pasta in 25 Minutes

Lemon Ricotta Pasta

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Use starchy pasta water to bind this Lemon Ricotta Pasta into a smooth sauce. It includes a helpful timing and yield breakdown for a 25 minute meal.

Pillowy Ricotta Cavatelli Pasta

Ricotta Cavatelli Pasta

4.71 (7 Ratings)

Pillowy and tender, this Ricotta Cavatelli Pasta is a rustic Italian treat. Learn why these ingredients work for a light dough in our guide.

Recipe for Lasagna with Ricotta Cheese with Ground Beef

Lasagna with Ricotta Cheese

4.63 (8 Ratings)

Use no boil noodles for this Recipe for Lasagna with Ricotta Cheese. Our guide provides step-by-step instructions for a meal ready in 80 min.

Garlic Chicken Alfredo Pasta: Creamy and Rich

Garlic Chicken Alfredo Pasta

4.20 (5 Ratings)

Savor a rich Garlic Chicken Alfredo Pasta. This homemade chicken alfredo pasta is a creamy garlic chicken pasta favorite. Plus a common mistakes checklist!

One Pot Garlic Pasta: Velvety Sauce

One Pot Garlic Pasta

4.67 (6 Ratings)

This One Pot Garlic Pasta is a velvety dinner made without a roux. Try this Creamy One Pot Garlic Pasta with our common mistakes checklist. Ready in 25 min!

Garlic Chicken Family Dinner: Creamy and Rich

Garlic Chicken Family Dinner

4.60 (5 Ratings)

This Garlic Chicken Family Dinner is a crowd-pleaser. Try our Creamy Garlic Chicken with a Quick Garlic Chicken Dinner mistakes checklist. Ready in 30 min!

Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Beans: Zesty and Golden

Garlic Chicken with Green Beans

4.43 (7 Ratings)

Garlic Chicken with Green Beans is a zesty, one-pan dinner. Try this Lemon Garlic Chicken with Green Beans with our step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 30m!

Tender Garlic Chicken Breast: Juicy and Golden

Tender Garlic Chicken Breast

4.86 (7 Ratings)

This Tender Garlic Chicken Breast is juicy and flavorful. Try our Oven Baked Garlic Chicken Breast method with a common mistakes checklist for perfection.

Creamy Garlic Chicken Broth: Rich and Velvety

Creamy Garlic Chicken Broth

4.33 (6 Ratings)

This Creamy Garlic Chicken Broth is a rich comfort meal. Make this homemade creamy garlic chicken broth with our step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 30 min!

Pan Seared Garlic Chicken: Golden and Juicy

Pan Seared Garlic Chicken

4.67 (9 Ratings)

Get juicy Pan Seared Garlic Chicken with a rich crust. This garlic butter chicken recipe for chicken breasts includes a step-by-step timing guide.

Boneless Garlic Chicken: Golden and Buttery

Boneless Garlic Chicken Recipe

4.57 (7 Ratings)

This Boneless Garlic Chicken Recipe is a tasty Garlic Butter Chicken Recipe. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for juicy results in just 25 minutes.