Crustless Spinach, Mushroom, and Tomato Quiche (Keto)

Toum

This toum recipe makes a small batch of delicious Lebanese garlic dipping sauce. Not for the faint of heart! Keeps for weeks in the fridge. Serve at room temperature with Lebanese bread, hummus, and tabbouleh.

Johnny Marzetti Casserole

Kids love this Johnny Marzetti casserole. My mother-in-law used to make a simpler version of this for my husband when he was growing up. This version pushes the flavor profile a bit. Sometimes I let the casserole sit overnight before baking, as the flavors improve and the pasta absorbs some of the sauce, so the consistency is just right.

Beef Nilaga

Beef nilaga is another one-meal-in-a-pot dish that's terrific during cooler weather. It contains soup, meat, and vegetables all cooked together in one delicious broth. Serve hot, either alone or with rice.

Bjarne's Norwegian Meatballs

Both of my parents are Norwegian. Growing up, my mom used to make these meatballs. Later in life, my dad took over the meal prep and he became a great cook. My mom did a good job, but my dad perfected the recipe. I think of him every time I make these Norwegian meatballs now.

Khao Soi Soup

From northern Thailand, a noodle soup with an amazing mix of flavor and texture. My mom made this for me recently, and I fell in love with it. It is a variation on a recipe about street food she found in her local paper. It is quite flavorful, so if you prefer a less spicy dish, reduce the amount of spices.