Swapping out some of the ground beef for chopped mushrooms is the secret behind the complex flavor of these meatballs. A quick blast in the broiler gives them a nice crust -- and the noncrisp parts soak...
Author: Martha Stewart
Customize this American classic with toppings such as cheese, tomatoes, raw or grilled onion, pickles, jalapenos, and more.
Author: Martha Stewart
This meaty sandwich should please the very hungry at lunchtime. It's an easy meal that requires just 10 minutes of prep work. Roast onion, bell pepper, and zucchini with oil, then add the meatballs until...
Author: Martha Stewart
Hollowed-out squash earns kid appeal when filled with a mix of beef, bell pepper, and corn, all topped with Parmesan cheese.
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe brings an old family favorite into the 21st century. Savoy cabbage becomes a wrapper for a fragrant mix of beef, pork, herbs, and nutty brown rice. The bundles, which meld with a spicy tomato...
Author: Martha Stewart
Any type of ground meat will work with this recipe, but a blend of pork and beef will yield the best results. Serve the meatballs over your favorite pasta and freeze any leftovers in the sauce; they can...
Author: Martha Stewart
The oven makes quick work of browning these beef meatballs.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fattier (versus leaner) cuts of meat and poultry make the juiciest burgers. To maximize flavor, season the outside of burgers in addition to the meat mixture.
Author: Martha Stewart
This savory "cake" is packed with pasta, meaty tomato sauce, and cheese. A springform pan allows it to hold its shape. It takes only a few minutes to pack the ziti into the pan for this dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
Forget waiting in the drive-thru lane! You can make a better burger at home with quality ingredients in no time.
Author: Martha Stewart
This year, bring the burger joint to Dad for Father's Day. Feta cheese-stuffed burgers are a delicious addition to any cookout and can be made up to a day in advance.
Author: Martha Stewart
Our version of the Italian classic Spaghetti with Bolognese Sauce includes ground pork. If you'd like to skip the pork; just use an additional pound of ground beef for this pasta dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe for Frankie's Meatballs comes from "Rao's Cookbook," by Frank Pellegrino. Rao's is one of Michael Kors' favorite restaurants in Manhattan.
Author: Martha Stewart
Marinara sauce replaces ketchup in this Italian twist on the American comfort food classic.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fulfill your pasta craving with a plate of delicious homemade rigatoni bolognese.
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe is easily doubled; you can bake one batch tonight and freeze another for a no-fuss weeknight meal.
Author: Martha Stewart
Picadillo is a dish consisting of ground beef, onions, garlic, and tomatoes.
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
These individual lasagnas make a special meal for two. They take some time to prepare but can be completely assembled in advance.
Author: Martha Stewart
The classic Southern mix of cheese, mayo, and pimientos brightens a basic burger.
Author: Martha Stewart
This kid's classic and favorite leaves time for the family to enjoy summer evenings together. The recipe for the flavorful meat sauce can easily be doubled. Feel free to make a bigbatch of it over the...
Author: Martha Stewart
Transform lasagna with meat sauce from a guilty pleasure into a wholesome meal. Small swap-ins can make a mighty difference: Whole-wheat noodles, low-fat cottage cheese, and lean ground sirloin create...
Author: Martha Stewart
A few simple moves can elevate a backyard hamburger to steak-house status. Grilled onions, a swipe of Dijon over the patties before grilling, and toasted brioche buns are just a sampling of some of the...
Author: Lauryn Tyrell
The chorizo sausage nestled in the center of the meatloaf really sets this dish apart. If you cannot find fresh chorizo, substitute any fresh, spicy sausage.
Author: Martha Stewart
Ground beef, pinto beans, and tomatoes spiced with chili powder bubble under a crunchy, gooey topping of tortilla chips and two cheeses in this quick and easy, kid-friendly casserole.
Author: Martha Stewart
Two types of ground meat (beef and pork) are enriched with pancetta and cream in this old-school Italian sauce, while porcini mushrooms and Marsala add wonderful depth of flavor. Make pasta night extra...
Author: Martha Stewart
Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, adapted from Essential Emeril: Favorite Recipes and Hard-Won Wisdom From My Life in the Kitchen, Oxmoor House, 2015, courtesy Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.
Author: Martha Stewart
This delicious recipe for Rob Morrison's meat loaf is the perfect dinner your entire family will love.
Author: Martha Stewart
This hearty meal is ready in just 30 minutes. Store-bought gnocchi (Italian for "dumplings") cook in just a few minutes, so they're faster than pasta. You'll have extra meat sauce left over to make Summer...
Author: Martha Stewart
Poaching the meat is the secret behind this tender Papparadelle with Quick Fennel Ragu. Grated Parmesan and red-pepper flakes add lively flavor-and color.
Author: Martha Stewart
Basic meatballs become dinner party fare when stuffed with rich, creamy ricotta cheese in this recipe from Apizz chef John LaFemina.
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
This perfect recipe for bacon cheeseburgers is courtesy of Joey Campanaro.
Author: Martha Stewart
Use a combination of meat for perfect meatloaf: beef for flavor, veal for tenderness and easy slicing, pork for juiciness.
Author: Martha Stewart
Every meatball-lover will adore this deep dish pizza. A pie plate and store-bought dough are all the keys you need to have a great pizza night at home.
Author: Martha Stewart
When the familiar hamburger of ground chuck holds a surprise inside, it's much more fun, and takes on a remarkably different personality.
Author: Martha Stewart
If your grill is large enough, you can cook everything at once. Give the hamburgers about a two-minute head start so that everything is ready to come off the grill at the same time.
Author: Martha Stewart
Forgo the Basic Bechamel Sauce for a lighter version of this recipe.
Author: Martha Stewart
Our comforting menu of lean sirloin meatloaf and low-fat buttermilk mashed potatoes is as hearty as the diner original - but better for you.
Author: Martha Stewart
Transform your basic burger with this herby, garlicky sauce -- a traditional Argentinian condiment for beef.
Author: Martha Stewart
Halved acorn squashes become built-in dishes for a Moroccan-inspired blend of extra-lean ground beef, bulgur, pine nuts, golden raisins, and cinnamon.
Author: Martha Stewart
Leave the baking sheet in the cabinet, and bake a batch of golden brown cornbread biscuits atop a tasty mix of beef and bell peppers, on the table in 45 minutes. This dinner-in-a-skillet packs generous...
Author: Martha Stewart
Substitute Basic Bechamel Sauce for the pasta sauce to make a richer version of this recipe.
Author: Martha Stewart
We did side-by-side tastings with meatballs: one included panko and the other, regular breadcrumbs. The ones with panko were much lighter -- and tastier!
Author: Martha Stewart
Chickpeas and bulgur add a nutty flavor and extra protein to ground beef (and makes the meal more cost-effective) in these Mediterranean-inspired burgers.
Author: Martha Stewart
Made with half beef and half shredded zucchini and cooked millet or quinoa, these flexitarian meatballs come together in just 30 minutes. Serve them with marinara sauce over roasted spaghetti squash or...
Author: Martha Stewart
Whole grains and veggies are the focus in this mostly-meatless patty, but not to worry-ground beef still plays a familiar and satisfying role. To ensure they had a flavor that would be as beefy as ever,...
Author: Greg Lofts
Spiced not spicy, our Spanish-style beef chili is light on tomatoes but big on flavor with cumin, cinnamon, and poblanos. It's served with almonds, olives, and currants that take it to the next level of...
Author: Martha Stewart