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Spaghetti and Tomato Sauce 101

This is our simplest, best version of spaghetti and red sauce. Two types of tomatoes can be used with our basic method: ripe cherry tomatoes or canned...

Author: Martha Stewart

Long Fusilli with Potatoes and Haricots Verts in Lemon Sauce

Lemon, grated cheese, and cooking water make up the remarkably simple sauce for this pasta. Baby fingerling potatoes in different colors look great, but...

Author: Martha Stewart

Brown Rice Lasagna with Spinach and Tofu

Tomato sauce, spinach, and tofu team up with brown-rice lasagna noodles, which are whole grain and free of gluten.

Author: Martha Stewart

Baked Shells with Winter Squash

This is a grown-up alternative to macaroni and cheese, but even kids might approve.

Author: Martha Stewart

Couscous with Coriander and Scallions

Thin slices of scallions perk up this side and add a contrasting texture to a satisfying bowl of couscous. Bonus: this only take 5 minutes to prepare and...

Author: Martha Stewart

Whole Wheat Pasta with Lentils, Spinach, and Leeks

If you like, grate Parmesan cheese over the pasta just before serving, or offer grated cheese on the side.

Author: Martha Stewart

Tuscan Kale with Orecchiette

This recipe is adapted from Sarah Copeland's forthcoming book, "Feast" (Chronicle Books).The deep savoriness of tuscan kale, a backyard-garden staple in...

Author: Martha Stewart

Ricotta Gnocchi with Crispy Artichokes

Try this mouthwatering ricotta gnocchi recipe from chef Marc Vetri's "Il Viaggio di Vetri" cookbook for a special dinner.

Author: Martha Stewart

Croxetti with Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes

Boil the pasta about five minutes before the tomatoes are ready. The warmth will bring out the flavors of the fresh ingredients.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sushi Rice in a Rice Cooker

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Farro Salad with Fennel, Golden Raisins, and Radicchio

You can toss the farro with the fennel mixture up to one day ahead; add the mint, radicchio, and fennel fronds just before serving.

Author: Martha Stewart

French Lentil and Swiss Chard Risotto

Lentils add an interesting textural note to this hearty dish -- and combined with Arborio rice, they form a complete protein.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pepper Pasta Quick Cook

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California Style Veggie Burgers

Bulgur plays two integral roles in these vegetarian burgers: it's used to bolster the shiitake mushroom-and-pinto bean patties and to create a crunchy...

Author: Martha Stewart

Campanelle with Fresh Arugula and Peas

Campanelle means "little bells" in Italian, and its fluted shape is well-suited for a fresh, chunky tomato and basil sauce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Bulgur with Pearl Onions and Almonds

Almonds, lemon zest, oregano, and pearl onions add vibrancy to nutty and hearty bulgur in this delicious side dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Fresh Semolina Orecchiette

This simple recipe for fresh semolina orecchiette is the perfect pasta and is courtesy of Donatella Arpaia.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cornish Hens with Kasha Pilaf

Pan-roasting Cornish hens provides a rich base for white-wine sauce. Kasha pilaf is a hearty accompaniment.

Author: Martha Stewart

Yellow Rice with Sausage and Tomato

This dish uses saffron; but only a pinch or a few threads of what's been dubbed the world's most expensive spice. Use saffron sparingly as too much can...

Author: Martha Stewart

Quinoa Bowl With Tahini Dressing

This vegan, gluten-free grain bowl is packed with flavors and textures, thanks to roasted veggies, a creamy tahini dressing, and cool, crisp toppings.

Author: Martha Stewart

Jamaican Rice and Peas

This island staple is also known as "Jamaican coat of arms." Some people add chiles to make it spicy, but we like it mild and slightly sweet to complement...

Author: Martha Stewart

Rich Spinach and Leek Lasagna

Forgo the Basic Bechamel Sauce for a lighter version of this recipe.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pinky Pasta

No canned tomatoes? No problem! This flavorful sauce is made with chicken broth and tomato paste. Excerpted from "Mad Hungry Family," by Lucinda Scala...

Author: Martha Stewart

Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Vegetables and Peanut Sauce

For a quick Asian sauce that takes almost no time to prepare, mix together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar.

Author: Martha Stewart

Maple Almond Banana Trail Mix

Trail mix is a tasty, high-energy snack; pack a few handfuls per person for the next picnic or walk in the woods.

Author: Martha Stewart

Seared Portobello and Wilted Chard Over Barley Pilaf

With their meatlike consistency, portobello mushrooms, served with chard and barley, make a satisfying meal.

Author: Martha Stewart

Risotto with Squash Blossoms

These beauties can be served alone, or go crazy and stuff them with herbed ricotta or goat cheese before frying.

Author: Martha Stewart

Risotto Cakes with Roasted Tomatoes and Arugula

A melted mozzarella center makes these risotto cakes special. Use extra in sandwiches and pasta.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chicken Makbous

Martha's take on the popular Arabian Gulf meat-and-rice dish known as makbous calls for Cornish game hens and a bed of delicately spiced pearl couscous...

Author: Martha Stewart

Spinach Pesto with Whole Wheat Pasta

In this hearty pasta dish, using spinach instead of basil makes for a more nutritious take on pesto.

Author: Martha Stewart

Quick Sesame Udon Noodles

Udon noodles get their flavor here from a toasted sesame seed sauce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Veal Ragu with Potato Gnocchi

The conundrum of perfect potato gnocchi: How can they be so light yet also so soulful and satiating? The accompanying veal ragu, a resonant, warming, slow-cooked...

Author: Martha Stewart

Quick Tabbouleh

This refreshing side dish is commonly found in Middle Eastern restaurants and in many delis.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Tomato Tabbouleh

Tomatoes -- even out-of-season ones -- take on an intense, almost sweet flavor when roasted, making this typically warm-weather side dish a year-round...

Author: Martha Stewart

Israeli Couscous and Fall Vegetable Stuffing

Israeli couscous, which is a type of pasta, holds up well during the long turkey-roasting time, retaining its firm texture.

Author: Martha Stewart

Nonuttin' Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

Enjoy a tasty and allergen-free snack with these easy-to-make granola bars from Alana Elliott of Nonuttin' Foods.

Author: Martha Stewart

Broiled Tofu and Snow Peas

A drizzle of a sauce featuring ginger, soy sauce, and honey adds a vibrant flavor to broiled tofu.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chestnut Hazelnut Pasta

The aromatic nut sauce used on this pasta is a healthy alternative to rich meat ragus.

Author: Martha Stewart

Garden Vegetable Couscous

You can use any variety of bell pepper or cherry tomato in this recipe.

Author: Martha Stewart

Farro and Porcini Risotto

Farro, an ancient grain with a rich, nutty flavor, stands in for rice in this risotto.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Broccoli with Pumpkin Seeds and Grated Pecorino

A bed of brown rice turns this broccoli dish into a filling meal.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pineapple Cilantro Rice

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Campanelle with Walnuts, Sage Brown Butter, and Brussels Sprouts

This great dinner recipe is courtesy of chef Joey Campanaro.

Author: Martha Stewart

Creamy Polenta with Spicy Chile Oil

We've enhanced polenta with cheese and spice for a side that shines.

Author: Martha Stewart

Travel Tabbouleh

Make tabbouleh -- a traditional Middle Eastern dish of bulghur wheat mixed with chopped tomatoes, parsley, mint, olive oil, and lemon juice -- for a healthy...

Author: Martha Stewart

Lemon Basmati Rice

This simple recipe for lemon basmati rice is from the Martha Stewart Living Cookbook. "The Original Classics."

Author: Martha Stewart

Cooked Basmati Rice

This wonderful recipe for cooked basmati rice has been adapted from "Martha Stewart's Cooking School" and can be used in the recipe for Chicken Curry.

Author: Martha Stewart

Perfect White Rice in a Rice Cooker

You want perfect rice every time without watching the pot? That's easy-put a rice cooker to work. All you do is combine rice and water in the cooker and...

Author: Martha Stewart