Roasts and Casseroles

Oven-Roasted Chicken: Rub a whole chicken with a mixture of olive oil, garlic, herbs like rosemary and thyme, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Beef Pot Roast: Season a beef roast with salt, pepper, and herbs like oregano and thyme. Sear the roast in a hot pan, then transfer it to a roasting pan with vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and onions. Roast in the oven until the beef is tender and the vegetables are caramelized.

Baked Salmon with Herbs: Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet and season with salt, pepper, and a mixture of chopped herbs like dill, parsley, and lemon zest. Bake in the oven until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.

Shepherd's Pie: Cook ground beef or lamb with onions, carrots, and peas in a skillet. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes, and bake until the potatoes are golden and the filling is bubbling.

Cheesy Potato Casserole: Layer thinly sliced potatoes, shredded cheese, and a creamy sauce made with milk, flour, and seasonings in a baking dish. Bake until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Green Bean Casserole: Mix blanched green beans with a creamy mushroom sauce and top with crispy fried onions. Bake in the oven until the casserole is heated through and the onions are golden brown.

Baked Macaroni and Cheese: Cook macaroni pasta according to package instructions. In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour, milk, and shredded cheese until smooth and creamy. Mix the sauce with the cooked pasta, transfer to a baking dish, and bake until the top is golden and bubbling.

Chicken and Rice Casserole: Combine cooked chicken, cooked rice, mixed vegetables, and a creamy sauce made with chicken broth, cream, and seasonings. Transfer to a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, and bake until heated through and golden.

Stuffed Bell Peppers: Cut the tops off bell peppers and remove the seeds. Stuff the peppers with a mixture of cooked ground meat, rice, diced vegetables, and seasonings. Bake in the oven until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked.

Eggplant Parmesan: Slice eggplant and layer it with marinara sauce, shredded cheese, and breadcrumbs in a baking dish. Bake until the eggplant is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.