Here’s What to Cook Every Night This Week (October 14 – 20)
By Taryn Pire,
4 hours ago
I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to dive headfirst into fall and all its warm-and-fuzzy trappings. Of course, maximum coziness calls for comfort food (and sure, your favorite chunky cardigan). Here, you’ll find seven dinners that fit the bill, ranging from a hands-off slow cooker pasta Bolognese to a veggie-heavy twist on a Philly cheesesteak . Light a fire and fetch your stretchy pants—you’re about to treat yourself.
Trust me: You won’t miss the bread (er, hoagie). Instead of the traditional roll, the essential fillings are served in broiled portobello mushroom caps. Dijon mustard, coconut aminos (which can be substituted with soy sauce, if you eat gluten) and fish sauce are added to the steak and veggies for extra umami. I won’t judge you if you top ’em with whiz.
Homemade gnocchi ? You’ve outdone yourself this time. A tasty spin on a traditional dish from Northern Italy starring buckwheat pasta, this recipe is sure to satiate even the pickiest eaters at your table. Serve it with mulled wine to drive the comfort theme home.
Warning: You’ll want the spicy dry rub on hand 24/7 once you taste it. It can upgrade every protein from beef to salmon to chicken thighs , if you want to branch out. Salt the pork chops 45 minutes before cooking and bring them down to room temp for a melt-in-your-mouth texture everyone will rave about.
Jammy onions, buttery bread and a generous dose of Gruyère, aka all the fixings of your favorite soup, only in a sandwich. This indulgent meal only needs seven ingredients and a single pan to come together, so it’s just right for a lazy night in. The toughest step is letting the onions caramelize without devouring them straight from the skillet.
A timeless crowd-pleaser that bakes to golden-brown, creamy perfection in your trusty cast iron? Sounds like an easy home run. The frozen store-bought puff pastry can stay between us…as will the chopped rotisserie chicken in the filling. (But even if your secret got out, I’m betting no one would mind.)
The dough requires a bit of forethought, since it needs to rise for an hour—but I promise it’ll be well worth the wait. Caramelized onions, apple butter or dollops of fig jam would be heavenly matches for the tender prosciutto , sharp arugula and creamy blue cheese, if you feel like going the extra mile.
This meaty classic requires minimal hands-on work. Thanks to the fuss-free slow cooker , you won’t have to babysit a pot of sauce all day to make it delectable. Crown your bowl of set-it-and-forget-it pasta with plenty of freshly grated Parm and crushed red pepper flakes (and wash it down with a glass of red while you’re at it).
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