As far as roast chicken ideas go, this baked balsamic chicken recipe is one of our favorites. When the aroma from this dish fills your house, your family will think you spent all day cooking. But this elegant Sunday-special roast chicken, flavored with rosemary, wine and balsamic vinegar, is surprisingly simple to make.

Every spring, my family heads out to our timber acreage to collect morel mushrooms, and then we cook up this stew. We use morels, of course, but baby portobellos or button mushrooms or will work, too.

Pan-fried ham steak tastes just as good as a whole ham but with a fraction of the effort.

Bring out your largest saucepan, because this spicy chili packs some big flavors. One pot is all you need, though, to spoon ample servings of a thick, meaty stew that will make your guests’ eyes water for all the right reasons.

These savory shells never fail to make a big impression, even though the recipe is very easy. One or two of these shells makes a great individual serving at a potluck, so a single batch goes a long way.

The next best thing to Thanksgiving dinner is enjoying all the leftovers afterward. This Thanksgiving casserole recipe is a celebration of Turkey Day leftovers, featuring turkey, dressing and mashed potatoes in a deliciously decadent sauce, all served up in casserole form.

This corn chowder gets its luscious texture from cream-style corn, buttery onions and chunky potatoes. It's light enough to taste refreshing in the summertime yet hearty enough to serve as a warming winter meal.

This south-of-the-border chicken fajita soup is a set-and-forget slow-cooker recipe that's a winner at family dinners and potlucks alike. Top it off with fresh avocado, shredded cheddar cheese and cilantro.

A basic rub and a delightful made-from-scratch barbecue sauce help this honey barbecue chicken shine.