Preparing this chicken flat allows it to cook completely in under an hour.

Fresh green beans are quickly sauteed with a dash of red pepper flakes for a simple, rustic dish.

This classic German apple cake is great for using up extra apples in the house. If you're out of apples, you can substitute peaches or plums.

Get kids helping in the kitchen with this easy no-cook dessert.

All natural and homemade, Lucinda's granola is a must-have for breakfast.

Topped with crunchy croutons, this healthy chili dish packs lots of flavor.

Whip up these mini sandwiches well in advance and save them for a big party or a weeknight dinner.

Shaped by hand, this Italian meatloaf gets tons of flavor from pistachios and mortadella.

These tasty chicken wings get a flavor boost from citrus, hot Sriracha chili sauce, and hoisin.

Created by Lucinda's oldest mad hungry son, Calder, this dish uses chicken thighs because they're more flavorful and less expensive than chicken breasts.

Oven-baked fries are tossed with olive oil, fresh grated cheese, and a medley of dried Italian herbs for a twist on an old favorite.

Spicy, crunchy chickpeas are perfect for a side dish or a light snack.

This simple side dish will stun your dinner guests with its beautiful, caramelized crust.

Serve these traditional English-style scones with butter, jam, and Devonshire cream.

A simple but delicious chocolate glaze really makes this cake stand out.

Lucinda uses eggs, cheese, and bacon to create this classic, creamy sauce.

In addition to keeping the turkey moist and juicy, brining also helps you avoid overcooking the bird.

Serve this tender, fall-off-the-bone steak with bread, polenta, or sauteed Swiss chard.

Sweet onions and cheddar cheese fill the layers between thinly sliced sweet potatoes.

These make-ahead hand pies can go straight to the oven from the freezer.

Anchovies in the dressing bring a deep flavor to this salad.

Dive into a big bowl of ol' red with all your favorite fixings.

This healthy Mediterranean dish can be served as a side or as a filling in a sandwich.

Enjoy this side dish anytime with anything; serve it warm if you like it smooth and creamy, or let it firm up, then fry it.

These beautiful biscuits can be used for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert. They're especially good topped with butter and jam alongside your favorite salty pork product.

Whether you've got a stovetop or electric waffle iron at home, this recipe will have everyone begging for more.

Take this breakfast on the go by wrapping the eggs in a tortilla, then twisting the whole thing up in tinfoil.

Try Lucinda's method for making a mouthwatering NY deli-style breakfast sandwich.

Melted butter and fresh herbs take a plain loaf of bread to delicious new levels.

Full of hearty vegetables and beef, this one-pot soup is good to the last slurp.

Agrodolce means "sweet and sour," and this technique makes these carrots irresistible.

Light and refreshing, this simple salad is also great for a BBQ side dish or sandwich filling.

Sauteed and well-spiced, this vegetable side dish is unique and inviting.

Hailing from Jamaica, this flavorful soup is filled with little dumplings called "spinners."

Red-wine vinegar reduces down to cover juicy chunks of chicken in a delicious sweet-and-sour glaze.

You can make a delicious sauce to drizzle over the meat using the liquid already in the pan.

Traditionally made in a cast-iron skillet, this old-fashioned cake can also be prepared in a 9- or 10-inch cake pan.

Preparing this soup in advance and letting it sit for awhile actually improves the flavor.

Homemade flavored cheese balls can be adjusted to your liking.

This hearty soup can all be made in one pot; try it with parsnips and turnips or potatoes.

Store-bought pound cake and lemon curd are guaranteed to save you time while preparing this heavenly make-ahead dessert.

Serve this home-style version of kung pao chicken and peanuts with a side of steamed white rice.

Kick back with a tasty, cold glass of root beer topped with vanilla ice cream.

This dish can be served as is, or use the sauce with pasta instead.

Sun-dried tomatoes give this addictive rice dish its signature color.

Hearty beef and veggies are encased in a tender cream-cheese pastry crust.

Put a new spin on macaroni and cheese with pasta wagon wheels (rotelle). Spoon into little paper cups for easy serving.

Lucinda loves Jamaican food, and this authentic curry dish is one of her favorites.

The gnocchi can be served with a pesto sauce, butter and Parmesan cheese, or, as seen here, with red sauce.

This Asian-inspired salad gets a kick from Chinese chili oil.

Toasted almonds add a nice crunchy contrast to the vegetables.

These buttery noodles are the perfect accompaniment to a hearty stew.

The trick to keeping these chicken breasts moist and tender is to marinate them in eggs for a long time.

Use plain pizza dough to make these sweet fried treats.

Capture the flavors of Oktoberfest with a few different kinds of traditional German sausages.

Oven-cooking this bird makes for an extra-crunchy crust and avoids a stove-top mess.

Set up a toppings bar with all your favorite fixings and let everyone make their own burgers.

Dumpling wrappers can be found in the frozen section of your grocery store.

Sneak a salad into dinner by using it as a topping for the enchiladas.

No mess! This cake is prepared and frosted in the same pan.

Sauteed apples and onion combine with the pork for a tastiness that never disappoints.

Roasting vegetables is a simple method that results in deep flavor.

Pumpkin pie meets caramel custard in this delicious dessert.

Try this easy-to-make homemade recipe for a healthy version of the store-bought snack.

A quick sauteed dish that makes a great snack or breakfast paired with eggs.

A family recipe for Lucinda's mother's salad dressing.