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Lighter Blue Plate Special

Our comforting menu of lean sirloin meatloaf and low-fat buttermilk mashed potatoes is as hearty as the diner original - but better for you.

Author: Martha Stewart

Moroccan Meatballs with Couscous and Roasted Carrots

The flavors of Morocco are captured in this simple, spicy dish. To make the meatballs, use the reserved spice mix from our Spicy Potatoes and Peas with...

Author: Martha Stewart

Old School Meatloaf

The sweet heat of the chili sauce adds a fresh hit of flavor to this beefy classic.

Author: Martha Stewart

Mediterranean Chickpea Burgers

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Author: Martha Stewart

Pimiento Cheese Burgers

The classic Southern mix of cheese, mayo, and pimientos brightens a basic burger.

Author: Martha Stewart

Simple Spaghetti and Meatballs

This pasta favorite is guaranteed to please every member of your family.

Author: Martha Stewart

Rosemary Meatballs

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Author: Martha Stewart

Perfect Bolognese Sauce

Fresh tagliatelle is the traditional accompaniment for this perfect Bolognese Sauce, that pairs well with any flat pasta. Homemade chicken stock is ideal,...

Author: Martha Stewart

Sweet and Sour Korean Cocktail Meatballs

Old-school Swedish meatballs get a Korean twist, courtesy of gochujang, a spicy, subtly sweet fermented chili paste.

Author: Martha Stewart

Gnocchi with Quick Meat Sauce

This hearty meal is ready in just 30 minutes. Store-bought gnocchi (Italian for "dumplings") cook in just a few minutes, so they're faster than pasta....

Author: Martha Stewart

Light Beef and Eggplant Lasagna

Substitute Basic Bechamel Sauce for the pasta sauce to make a richer version of this recipe.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cornbread and Beef Skillet Pie

Leave the baking sheet in the cabinet, and bake a batch of golden brown cornbread biscuits atop a tasty mix of beef and bell peppers, on the table in 45...

Author: Martha Stewart

Cottage Pie with Vegetable Mash

Put a twist on your meat and potatoes dinner with this traditional English dish, a savory ground beef mixture topped with mashed potatoes and carrots.

Author: Martha Stewart

Meatballs for Patsy's Meatball Lasagna

An expert trick makes simple work of rolling these meatballs into shape. The meatballs are used in Patsy's Meatball Lasagna.

Author: Martha Stewart

Beef Pastitsio

A Greek take on a meaty Italian lasagna, this baked pasta dinner balances warm, fragrant flavors like nutmeg and cinnamon with a creamy béchamel and cheese...

Author: Martha Stewart

Classic Burger Joint Cheeseburger

Forget waiting in the drive-thru lane! You can make a better burger at home with quality ingredients in no time.

Author: Martha Stewart

Polpette

Mortadella (finely ground pork sausage with pieces of pistachio and spices) and a couple tablespoons of wine add tremendous depth of flavor to this traditional...

Author: Martha Stewart

Ragu Bolognese

Use this rich meat sauce to make our Lasagna Bolognese.

Author: Martha Stewart

Rob Morrison's Meatloaf

This delicious recipe for Rob Morrison's meat loaf is the perfect dinner your entire family will love.

Author: Martha Stewart

Birthday Meatloaf Cake

Serve up this kooky cake for a kids' birthday lunch. A slice reveals meatloaf layers beneath mashed-potato "icing" decorated with peas and carrots.

Author: Martha Stewart

Hamburger and Grape Tomato Pizza

Thanks to frozen dough and ready-made sauce, making homemade pizza is easy as pie. Provolone has a richer flavor than mozzarella, so you don't need as...

Author: Martha Stewart

Bolognese Sauce for Traditional Lasagna Bolognese

Use this Bolognese sauce to make our Traditional Lasagna Bolognese.

Author: Martha Stewart

Open Faced Cheeseburgers with Mushrooms and Onions

Fontina is especially good on this burger. When heated, its texture becomes remarkably creamy and luscious.

Author: Martha Stewart

Beef Tacos with Pico de Gallo

These ground beef and cabbage tacos are simple to make and affordable.

Author: Martha Stewart

Meatloaf with Green Beans

Dressed up with a little cheese, this classic meatloaf is an easy everyday choice. A combination of ground meat and a different cheese would also taste...

Author: Martha Stewart

Pappardelle with Quick Fennel Ragu

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Author: Martha Stewart

Easy Bolognese Sauce

With this meaty Easy Bolognese Sauce stored in your freezer, you can have a hearty pasta meal in minutes. This recipe makes two quarts of sauce, enough...

Author: Martha Stewart

Lighter Beef Tacos

These soft tacos use lean ground sirloin and low-fat corn tortillas as sensible substitutions. Skip the sour cream and guacamole -- opt for a fiery salsa...

Author: Martha Stewart

Chili

Always serve with some combination of fixings, such as grated cheese, sour cream, sliced avocados, tomatoes, onions or scallions, or cilantro. Garnish...

Author: Martha Stewart

Lobster Club Burgers

Anne Rosenzweig, acclaimed chef and owner of the Lobster Club in New York City, uses a mixture of freshly ground chuck and shoulder beef to create each...

Author: Martha Stewart

Southwestern Meatloaf Burgers

Glazing the burgers with chili sauce keeps them moist and adds extra flavor. Look for chili sauce (actually a spicy ketchup) in the condiments aisle of...

Author: Martha Stewart

Beef and Cabbage Tacos

When you want a change from the usual tacos, when you want dinner on the table in just 20 minutes, this is the recipe you need. Our zesty tacos have a...

Author: Martha Stewart

Spaghetti and Meatballs for Two

Pasta and meatballs in tomato sauce twirl together onto a fork and then dance with your taste buds. All the elements work in concert: The spaghetti is...

Author: Martha Stewart

Cincinnati Chili Dogs

Native Buckeyes pledge allegiance to this dog. Pile on the all-beef chili, heady with chocolate, cinnamon, and other spices, with abandon. The finishing...

Author: Martha Stewart

Picadillo Style Chili

Spiced not spicy, our Spanish-style beef chili is light on tomatoes but big on flavor with cumin, cinnamon, and poblanos. It's served with almonds, olives,...

Author: Martha Stewart

Tomato Sauce with Meat

Tomato Sauce with Meat instantly turns plain pasta into a culinary dish. Note: These recipes have been adapted from 'The Flavors of Sicily' by Anna Tasca...

Author: Martha Stewart

Cheeseburger Potato

The right topping can transform a baked potato into a quick, easy meal. You can use an oven, microwave, or even a slow cooker.

Author: Martha Stewart

Taco Burgers with Cucumber Salad

Combine two favorite foods for one dish everyone in the family is sure to love in this Taco Burgers with Cucumber Salad.

Author: Martha Stewart

Charred Eggplant and Beef Burgers

Part lean beef, part eggplant, this low-calorie burger offers the best of all worlds. Shaving extra-sharp cheddar cheese on top makes a small amount go...

Author: Martha Stewart

Fresh Fettuccine with Quick Meat Sauce

This Fresh Fettuccine with Quick Meat Sauce is a satisfying pasta dish when you don't have a lot of time to spare.

Author: Martha Stewart

Classic Cheeseburger

Photograph by: Petrina Tinslay.

Author: Martha Stewart

Meatloaf Sandwiches

Meatloaf is delicious warm or cold. These sandwiches came to us courtesy of Ford Roberts of Las Vegas, Nevada.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sarah's Tacos

Sarah Carey, editor of Everyday Food, says, "Add a teaspoon of sugar to the filling if you like a hint of sweetness (I do about half the time). Making...

Author: Martha Stewart

Vermont Burgers

Make your crowd happy by offering options: garlic-and-sage-infused turkey burgers and a classic version made with grass-fed beef. Store-bought pickles...

Author: Martha Stewart

Beef Stew with Fresh Horseradish

Author: Martha Stewart

Taco Salad

It would be easy to believe that taco salads were invented by kids. They're just as yummy as traditional tacos, but everything is tossed in a crunchy "bowl"...

Author: Martha Stewart

"Steak and Egg" Skillet Pizza

A cast-iron skillet will make quick work of this breakfast-inspired pie and it will turn out a crisp, chewy crust that rivals what a traditional pizza...

Author: Lauryn Tyrell

Thick Burger

Oozing with juice and loaded with beefy flavor, it's a burger connoisseur's fantasy.

Author: Martha Stewart

Open Faced Burgers with Horseradish Sauce and Green Beans

Cook patties first, then -- in the same skillet -- saute onion and green beans. Place the burgers on toast with a creamy sauce, and dinner's ready with...

Author: Martha Stewart