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Trofie pasta coated in vibrant basil pesto with boiled potatoes and green beansItaly

Trofie al Pesto Genovese

Liguria's classic: hand-rolled trofie coated in basil pesto, cooked together with potatoes and green beans in the same pot.

40 minmediumserves 4
Feijoada, a classic from Brazil.Brazil

Feijoada

Brazil’s Saturday feast: black beans simmered for hours with smoked pork and sausage, served with rice, collard greens, farofa and orange.

3 h 30 minmediumserves 8
Deli turkey roll-ups filled with cheese, lettuce, cucumber and bell pepperUSA

Deli Turkey Roll-Ups

Turkey slices rolled around cheese, lettuce and crunchy vegetables. A no-cook, high-protein snack or light lunch ready in five minutes.

5 mineasyserves 2
Kimchi, a classic from South Korea.Korea

Kimchi

Classic napa cabbage kimchi from scratch: salted, rubbed with gochugaru paste, and fermented to your exact point of sour.

1 hmediumserves 20
Baked salmon fillets topped with lemon slices and fresh dill in a skilletInternational

Gordon Ramsay's Baked Salmon with Lemon and Dill

Gordon Ramsay's baked salmon. Seared for color, then finished in the oven with lemon, dill, garlic and a splash of white wine.

25 mineasyserves 4
Golden fried chicken thighs with a crisp, craggy crust resting on a wire rackUSA

Classic Fried Chicken

Buttermilk-soaked chicken thighs in a seasoned flour crust, fried until golden and juicy. The classic comfort food, done right at home.

45 minmediumserves 4
Grilled chicken breasts with crosshatch grill marks, fresh parsley and lemon wedgesInternational

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken

Chicken breasts in a lemon, garlic and oregano marinade, grilled hot and fast. 32 g of protein and 185 calories per serving.

30 mineasyserves 4
Golden round Colombian buñuelos, fried cheese frittersColombia

Buñuelos

Round golden cheese fritters that roll themselves in the oil as they fry. A Colombian Christmas icon, gluten-free by tradition, good in any month.

40 minmediumserves 6
A pumpkin spice protein shake in a glass.International

Pumpkin Spice Protein Smoothie

Real pumpkin puree with pumpkin spice and vanilla protein. Fall in a glass, all year. 26 g protein, 6 g net carbs.

5 mineasyserves 1
Banh Xeo, a classic from Vietnam.Vietnam

Banh Xeo

Vietnam’s sizzling crepe: turmeric-coconut rice batter fried shatter-crisp around pork and shrimp, wrapped in lettuce and herbs.

55 minmediumserves 4
Baked egg white frittata with spinach, mushrooms and crumbled feta, cut into wedgesInternational

Egg White Frittata with Spinach and Mushrooms

A light, protein-packed frittata of egg whites, spinach, mushrooms and feta. Low in carbs and fat, on the table in 30 minutes.

30 mineasyserves 4
Sinigang, a classic from Philippines.Philippines

Sinigang

The Philippines’ beloved sour soup: pork simmered in tamarind broth with vegetables added in waves. Comfort that puckers.

1 h 5 mineasyserves 4
Cheeseburger on a brioche bun with lettuce, tomato, red onion and picklesUSA

Gordon Ramsay’s Burger

Gordon Ramsay’s approach to the burger: an 80/20 chuck and sirloin patty, sharp cheddar and a toasted brioche bun.

25 mineasyserves 4
Plate of shredded rotisserie chicken, steamed broccoli, hummus, cucumber slices and cherry tomatoesInternational

Rotisserie Chicken Protein Plate

A no-cook plate of rotisserie chicken, broccoli, hummus and fresh vegetables. High protein, low carb, ready in five minutes.

5 mineasyserves 1
Ratatouille, a classic from France.France

Ratatouille

Proper Provençal ratatouille: each vegetable sautéed separately, then married with tomato and herbs. Slower than one pot, better than one pot.

1 h 30 minmediumserves 6
Shrimp scampi in a garlic butter and white wine sauce served over linguineItaly

Gordon Ramsay's Shrimp Scampi

Gordon Ramsay's shrimp scampi: plump shrimp in a garlic, butter, white wine and lemon sauce, served over linguine in about 25 minutes.

25 mineasyserves 4
A cinnamon smoothie in a glass.International

Cinnamon Roll Smoothie

Cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla protein, blended thick. The bakery flavor with 25 g protein and 3 g net carbs.

5 mineasyserves 1
Biltong, a classic from South Africa.South Africa

Biltong

South Africa’s air-dried beef: vinegar-cured, crusted in toasted coriander, hung for days. Patience, airflow and the best snack you can make.

30 minmediumserves 10
A green protein smoothie in a glass.International

Green Warrior Protein Smoothie

Spinach, kale, avocado and cucumber blended smooth with vanilla protein, mint and lemon. Green that actually tastes good. 27 g protein, 7 g net carbs.

5 mineasyserves 1
A mint chocolate smoothie in a glass.International

Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Smoothie

Fresh mint, cocoa and chocolate protein with spinach for the color. Dessert disguised as a green smoothie. 27 g protein, 5 g net carbs.

5 mineasyserves 1
Biryani, a classic from India.India

Chicken Biryani

Layered chicken biryani with saffron, fried onions and whole spices, finished on the dum: sealed, steamed and opened at the table.

1 h 45 minhardserves 6
Baked gnocchi alla sorrentina bubbling with tomato sauce, melted mozzarella and basilItaly

Gnocchi alla Sorrentina

Sorrento's bake: potato gnocchi in a quick tomato sauce, topped with torn fior di latte mozzarella and basil, finished under the broiler until it bubbles.

45 minmediumserves 4
Fresh egg tagliatelle coated in a slow-cooked bolognese ragù, finished with Parmigiano-ReggianoItaly

Tagliatelle Bolognese

Tagliatelle in a slow-simmered beef and tomato sauce, built on a soffritto base and red wine. Low heat and time do the work.

2 h 15 mineasyserves 4
Coq au vin: chicken braised in red wine with mushrooms and pearl onionsFrance

Gordon Ramsay's Coq au Vin

The French braise of chicken in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and pearl onions. Ramsay's version, made doable for a home kitchen.

1 h 55 minmediumserves 6
Ćevapi, a classic from Croatia.Serbia

Ćevapi

The Balkan grill masters’ skinless sausages: beef and lamb, overnight rest, hot grill, served in flatbread with raw onion and ajvar.

30 mineasyserves 4
Moussaka, a classic from Greece.Greece

Moussaka

The Greek layered bake done properly: roasted eggplant and potato under cinnamon-scented meat sauce and a thick béchamel crown. Worth the work.

1 h 45 minhardserves 8
Pot of homemade stock simmering with chicken, carrots, celery and herbsInternational

Homemade Stock

A basic chicken or beef stock simmered for hours with vegetables and herbs. The foundation for better soups, sauces and stews.

4 h 15 mineasyserves 8
Neapolitan pizza margherita with a puffy, charred crust, tomato, mozzarella and basilItaly

Pizza Margherita

The Neapolitan classic made properly at home: slow-fermented dough, raw San Marzano sauce, drained mozzarella and basil, baked hard on a steel.

1 h 5 minmediumserves 3
Sliced grilled chili lime chicken breast with charred crosshatch marks, cilantro and lime wedgesMexico

Mexican Chili Lime Chicken

Grilled chicken in a lime and ancho chili marinade. 33 g of protein and 2 g of carbs per serving, built for fajitas and meal prep.

30 mineasyserves 4
Bowl of creamy homemade hummus topped with olive oil and paprikaMiddle East

Classic Hummus

Creamy homemade hummus from five main ingredients and a food processor. Better than anything in a tub, ready in ten minutes.

10 mineasyserves 4
Double smash burger with melted cheese, pickles and sauce on a toasted bunUSA

Smash Burger

The American diner classic. Thin, crusty smashed patties with melted cheese, pickles and burger sauce on a soft toasted bun.

25 mineasyserves 2
Nasi Goreng, a classic from Indonesia.Indonesia

Nasi Goreng

Indonesia’s fried rice: day-old rice tossed hard with kecap manis and chili, crowned with a fried egg. Ten minutes, one wok, big flavor.

25 mineasyserves 2
Creamy Greek yogurt chicken salad with celery, red onion and fresh dillUSA

Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

Chicken salad made creamy with Greek yogurt instead of mayo. 33 g of protein per serving, 20 minutes of work and no cooking.

20 mineasyserves 4
Bowl of smooth butternut squash soup garnished with cream and toasted pumpkin seedsInternational

Butternut Squash Soup

Roasted butternut squash blended silky smooth with warm spices and coconut milk or cream. Easy, cozy and naturally sweet.

1 heasyserves 6
Roasted rack of lamb with a herb, mustard and honey glaze, sliced into chopsUK

Gordon Ramsay's Rack of Lamb

Seared racks of lamb glazed with garlic, herbs, Dijon and honey, then roasted to medium-rare. An impressive dinner from one skillet.

40 minmediumserves 4
Golden, dimpled Genoese focaccia glistening with olive oil and coarse saltItaly

Focaccia Genovese

Liguria's bread: a wet, slow-risen dough dimpled by hand and bathed in a salt-and-oil brine before baking, which is what gives it that shiny, salty crust.

55 minmediumserves 8
Chicken shawarma wrap with fresh vegetables in warm pita breadMiddle East

Chicken Shawarma

Marinated chicken thighs cooked until lightly charred, folded into warm pita with fresh vegetables and tahini or garlic yogurt sauce.

35 mineasyserves 4
Colombian arepa de huevo, fried corn arepa with a whole egg cooked insideColombia

Arepa de Huevo

The Caribbean street-stand classic: a fried arepa that puffs into a pocket, gets a whole egg poured inside, and goes back in the oil. Worth the technique.

45 minmediumserves 4
Golden fried Wiener Schnitzel served with lemon wedgesAustria

Classic Wiener Schnitzel

Thin veal cutlets breaded and fried until golden and crisp. The Austrian classic, served simply with lemon.

35 mineasyserves 4
A berry smoothie in a glass.International

Berry Almond Bliss

Mixed berries and almond milk with vanilla protein: the classic berry smoothie, kept low-carb. 26 g protein, 9 g net carbs.

5 mineasyserves 1
Full English breakfast with sausages, bacon, fried eggs, baked beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and toastUK

Full English Breakfast

The full British fry-up: sausages, back bacon, fried eggs, baked beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and buttered toast on one plate.

35 mineasyserves 4
Golden saffron risotto alla milanese with a soft, flowing consistency, finished with ParmigianoItaly

Risotto alla Milanese

Milan's golden risotto: Carnaroli rice toasted in butter and beef marrow, built with broth a ladle at a time, finished saffron-gold and all'onda.

40 minmediumserves 4
Shakshuka, a classic from Israel.Middle East

Shakshuka

Eggs poached in a thick, spiced tomato and pepper sauce, finished with feta and herbs. One pan, bread required.

35 mineasyserves 3
Glass parfait layered with Greek yogurt, fresh berries and granolaInternational

Greek Yogurt Berry Parfait

Greek yogurt layered with fresh berries and granola. A high-protein breakfast you can build in ten minutes.

10 mineasyserves 2
Koláče, a classic from Czech Republic.Slovakia

Koláče

Soft yeasted rounds with the three classic fillings: sweet cheese, plum butter and poppy seed, finished with streusel. Grandmother-grade baking.

1 h 3 minmediumserves 8
Banh Mi, a classic from Vietnam.Vietnam

Banh Mi

The Vietnamese baguette done properly: lemongrass pork, quick-pickled daikon and carrot, pâté, cucumber, chilli and cilantro in crisp bread.

55 minmediumserves 4
Golden fried Sicilian arancini rice balls, one opened to show the ragù and peas fillingItaly

Arancini al Ragù

Sicily's fried rice balls: saffron rice packed around a ragù and pea filling, coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried until the shell shatters.

2 hhardserves 6
Tender octopus and boiled potatoes dressed with olive oil, lemon and parsleyItaly

Polpo con Patate

A coastal Italian classic: octopus simmered gently until tender, tossed warm with boiled potatoes, olive oil, lemon and parsley.

1 h 15 minmediumserves 4