Craving something new? These 15 recipes are the stars of the week—bold, irresistible, and making waves in kitchens everywhere. From fiery mains to sweet showstoppers, each dish delivers big flavor, plenty of fun, and a fresh twist on everyday cooking. So grab your apron and a fork, t is time to cook like everyone is watching.

Curried Lentils, Tomato and Coconut Soup

Curried lentils, tomato and coconut soup
Curried Lentils, Tomato and Coconut Soup: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

While I love to travel, I also adore bringing faraway places into my home through the kitchen. This curried lentil, tomato, and coconut soup does just that. Curry, lentils, and coconut milk marry well in this soup. The warm earthiness of the curry powder mingles with the bright acidity of the tomato. And the coconut adds a distinctive flavor while making the soup creamy. Get the recipe: Curried Lentils, Tomato and Coconut Soup

Cornish Game Hen with Whiskey and Cream Sauce

CORNISH GAME HEN WITH WHISKEY CREAM SAUCE
Cornish Game Hen with Whiskey and Cream Sauce: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

Cornish game hen with whiskey and cream sauce. Easy to prepare, and half of a hen is the perfect balance between white and dark meat. I always have two in my freezer. I have perfected this recipe over the past forty years, and I can confidently say that Cornish game hen with whiskey and cream sauce is my ultimate go-to last-minute dinner solution. It’s quick to prepare, elegant enough to impress, and always hits that comforting, home-cooked note. Get the recipe: Cornish Game Hen with Whiskey and Cream Sauce

Rock Cod Fish In Ginger Soy Sauce Marinade

Rock Cod Fish In Ginger Soy Sauce Marinade – The Best!
Rock Cod Fish In Ginger Soy Sauce Marinade: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

Rock cod in ginger soy sauce marinade. I could eat fish every day if I could. And I am known to have done so for five straight weeks. Yes, I know, not the best to eat fish every day. My advice to you: use a large piece of fish. Get the recipe: Rock Cod Fish In Ginger Soy Sauce Marinade

Breaded Orange Roughy Recipe

breaded orange roughy
Breaded Orange Roughy Recipe: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

It is a delicious orange roughy recipe that is savory and very easy to prepare. A quick recipe that will allow you to have weeknight dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes. Get the recipe: Orange Roughy Recipe

Baked Penne – Pasticcio Di Pasta Al Forno

baked penne
Baked Penne – Pasticcio Di Pasta Al Forno: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food—Baked Penne! This classic, hearty pasta dish features layers of tender penne, rich tomato sauce, gooey melted cheese, and velvety béchamel, all baked to golden perfection. Every bite is pure, cozy deliciousness! Get the recipe: Baked Penne – Pasticcio Di Pasta Al Forno

Pork Chops With Mushrooms Ragout

Pork Chops with Mushrooms ragout
Pork Chops With Mushrooms Ragout: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

A classic French dish known in France as “Endives au Jambon”, this Belgian endive and Ham Gratin is a typical dish of Northern France and Belgium. Gently soften endives cooked in a wine-water boil and then enrobe them into a slice of ham, covered with a delightful white cream, with lots of cheese. They are baked to perfection until bubbly. Get the recipe: Pork Chops With Mushrooms Ragout

Leek Potato Gratin

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Leek Potato Gratin: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

This creamy, cheesy, leek-and-potato gratin is the ultimate comfort food. This amazingly delicious side dish will complement any, if not all, meals. With a crispy top followed by tender, melt-in-your-mouth creamy potatoes with a subtle hint of sweet leeks and garlic, your taste buds will be happy you made it. Get the recipe: Leek Potato Gratin

Endive and Ham Gratin – A Classic French Dish

Endive Ham Gratin
Endive and Ham Gratin – A Classic French Dish: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

A classic French dish known in France as “Endives au Jambon”, this Belgian endive and Ham Gratin is a typical dish of Northern France and Belgium. Gently soften endives cooked in a wine-water boil and then enrobe them into a slice of ham, covered with a delightful white cream, with lots of cheese. They are baked to perfection until bubbly. Get the recipe: Endive and Ham Gratin – A Classic French Dish

40 Cloves Garlic Chicken

40 clovers garlic chicken
40 Cloves Garlic Chicken: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

Meet your new favorite comfort food: 40 Cloves Garlic Chicken. Juicy, tender chicken infused with roasted garlic’s rich, mellow flavor, simmered to perfection. A dish so aromatic and satisfying, it’s love at first bite! This classic rustic French dish is a timeless treasure, bursting with rich, indulgent flavors—a delightful recipe that deserves a much more frequent spot on our tables. Get the recipe: 40 Cloves Garlic Chicken

Ricotta Meatballs With Simple Tomato Sauce

ricotta meatball
Ricotta Meatballs With Simple Tomato Sauce: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

These ricotta Meatballs with simple tomato sauce are super easy and flavorful.

The tender meatballs are baked to perfection and are served with a light tomato sauce. They’re a must-try! Get the recipe: Ricotta Meatballs With Simple Tomato Sauce

Ravioli with Mushrooms and Cream

Ravioli with mushrooms and cream
Ravioli with Mushrooms and Cream: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

Butter lettuce with shallot vinaigrette. The perfect side dish to all our meals. We love salad in our family. Ever since I can remember, I have enjoyed crispy butter lettuce with a vinaigrette. Get the recipe: Ravioli with Mushrooms and Cream

Fettuccine with Lemon Mascarpone Sauce

fettuccine with lemon mascarpone sauce
Fettuccine with Lemon Mascarpone Sauce: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

You will love this simple one-pot meal if you are a pasta lover. Fettuccine with lemon mascarpone sauce. This is the recipe that, no matter what, tastes delicious. It’s one of my favorite lemon pasta sauces; I love updating. Truth be known, I love mascarpone, and I constantly add more to make it creamier and creamier. Get the recipe: Fettuccine with Lemon Mascarpone Sauce

Bok Choy Stir Fry

bok choy stir fry served in a white bowl with red chop sticks
Bok Choy Stir Fry: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

This Bok Choy Stir Fry recipe is quick and flavorful, highlighting the crisp texture and mild, peppery taste of bok choy. Cooked with garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of sesame oil, this stir-fry is a simple yet delicious way to enjoy this nutritious leafy green. Perfect as a side dish or paired with rice and protein for a complete meal!. Get the recipe: Bok Choy Stir Fry

Garlic Mushrooms

garlic mushrooms
Garlic Mushrooms: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

It’s no secret—I love mushrooms! This garlic mushrooms recipe is one of my all-time favorites, a staple at our table that never fails to impress. Those tender mushrooms with garlicky, bright parsley are the ideal first-course dish. Get the recipe: Garlic Mushrooms

Blueberry Galette – The Perfect Dessert

Blueberry Galette
Blueberry Galette – The Perfect Summer Dessert – The Best Ever!: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend.

Blueberry galette. A little bit of summer heaven with each bite. Blueberries are abundant this time of year, and I believe they deserve to be honored by making a dessert with them. Get the recipe: Blueberry Galette – The Perfect Summer Dessert