Classic comfort gets an elegant upgrade in this rich, satisfying dinner. Beef meatballs and charred cabbage and carrots are braised in a creamy honey Dijon sauce with sage, then served over warm Parmesan polenta. Fresh herbs bring it all together for a sophisticated meal that’s surprisingly easy to prepare.

Mae Ploy is the secret sauce behind some of our favorite Thai recipes. This week we’re glazing chicken in the classic sweet chili sauce, then serving it over a bed of brown rice and seared green beans. Topped with peanuts and fresh herbs, it’s the Thai dinner you’ve been craving.

Get ready for a flavor explosion? Our tilapia sandwich comes together with roasted sweet potato chips, a crunchy jalapeno slaw, creamy avocado dressing, and flaky tilapia, all served up on rustic Italian bread. It’s a speedy dinner that’s filling and fun.

The best alfredo sauces are rich and creamy with a squeeze of lemon juice. This recipe is all that, but we challenged the test kitchen for something more, and they delivered with the addition of spinach, arugula and basil. It’s bright and packed with vitamins, and even better with sauteed shrimp and tender fettucine.

Our favorite rice bowl. It all starts with an Asian-inspired basil crunch made from plenty of fresh basil, ginger, coconut and ground peanuts, mixed up with Himalayan red rice, baked organic tofu and roasted kale. Unusual and totally delicious. -- To add chicken, steak, salmon, or shrimp, see "ADD PROTEIN” section below entrees. --

We took our inspiration from the cozy cafes of the Netherlands, where Gouda is king and chicken is a favorite. We’re pairing smoked Gouda with savory bacon on top of juicy chicken breast. Served up over sautéed cabbage and leeks with a honey-mustard BBQ sauce that had us coming back for seconds.

We love Chile Rellenos, but the classic version is battered and fried - too much for a busy weeknight dinner. We’ve discovered a streamlined casserole that eliminates that messy step. With rice, black beans, and a flavorful verde sauce, it’s comfort food simple enough for the busiest of nights. -- To add chicken, see “ADD PROTEIN” section below entrees. --

We’re bringing Filipino-inspired flavor front and center in this standout noodle bowl. Juicy steak is coated in a vibrant citrus soy sauce with garlic, creating a perfect balance of savory and tangy richness. Paired with tender noodles and crisp cucumber, it’s fresh, craveable, and full of character.

We challenged the test kitchen for an evolution of winter comfort food, and they produced this gem. Cozy roasted and caramelized butternut squash and tricolor rotini make it cozy, and arugula and chives keep it light. Topped with Parmesan, it’s flat out delicious. - -- To add chicken, steak, salmon, or shrimp, see "ADD PROTEIN” section below entrees. --

Down-home cooking goes up a notch in this restaurant-worthy dinner. With bacon & broccoli mashed potatoes, a citrus slaw, and salmon smothered in BBQ sauce, it’s sure to become a new-classic.

We're turning classic grilled cheese and tomato soup upside down by serving toasted gruyere croutons right in the creamy soup. The combination can't be beat. -- To add chicken, steak or salmon see "ADD PROTEIN” section below entrees. --