2025 was a year of cooking with intention, comfort, and happiness. From simple weeknight dinners to celebratory dishes worth lingering over, these recipes earned their place at the table again and again. Each one was cooked, shared, and loved, becoming a true favorite for its flavor, reliability, and ability to bring people together. This collection brings together the very best of the year, a reflection of what we cooked most, craved most, and will happily make again in the years to come.

Penne Pasta, Peas and Bacon – Easy & The Best!

Penne pasta, peas, and bacon
Penne Pasta, Peas and Bacon: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

This quick, easy pasta dish takes as long as it takes to cook the pasta itself. It is a savory combination of sweet green peas with crisp onions and bacon. This quick, easy pasta dish takes as long as it takes to cook the pasta itself. Get the recipe: Penne Pasta, Peas and Bacon

Elote Recipe- Easy & Delicious Mexican Street Corn

elote
Elote Recipe: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

Indulge in the flavors of Mexico with our mouthwatering elote recipe. Learn how to make this classic street food favorite at home today! A sublime side dish made with corn that will make you come back for more and more. Get the recipe: Elote Recipe

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Mushroom Chicken – A French Classic

mushroom chicken
Mushroom Chicken: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

A very sophisticated and delicious recipe. No fuss, no muss, as it can go from stove to your table in the skillet you prepared. The meat’s richness is exceptional, and it is also tender and versatile. Get the recipe: Mushroom Chicken

Coquilles Saint Jacques – A French Classic

Coquilles St. Jacques
Coquilles Saint Jacques: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

Coquilles Saint-Jacques is a Classic French dish served worldwide. This wonderful dish has always been a little mysterious to me. It always mesmerizes me how such a complexly flavored recipe can be quite the opposite in terms of preparation: it’s surprisingly easy! Get the recipe: Coquilles Saint Jacques

Chinese Eggplant With Garlic Sauce – The Best

Eggplant Chinese Style
Chinese Eggplant With Garlic Sauce: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

 One dish that has truly stuck with me is Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce—a flavorful, comforting recipe I fell in love with during my first trip to China. That first bite was unforgettable: tender eggplant soaked in a rich, garlicky sauce, perfectly balanced with sweetness and heat. Get the recipe: Chinese Eggplant With Garlic Sauce

Ravioli with Artichokes, Capers, and Spinach Recipe

Ravioli with Artichokes Hearts, Capers, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Spinach
Ravioli with Artichokes, Capers, and Spinach Recipe: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

A meatless meal that will keep you coming back for more. A savory Italian recipe that has all the savory flavors of summer. Not to mention quick and easy to prepare. Get the recipe: Ravioli with Artichokes, Capers, and Spinach Recipe

Butter Lettuce Salad Recipe

Butter Lettuce Salad With Shallots Vinaigrette
Butter Lettuce Salad Recipe: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

This delicious salad recipe with butter lettuce is simple to prepare and is a delightful complement to your dinner. Light and quite delicious lettuce wrap recipe. Get the recipe: Butter Lettuce Salad Recipe

Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade – A Classic with A Spin

sun dried tomato tapenade
Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

This excellent sun-dried tomato tapenade is a must-have in any appetizer repertoire. It combines robust sun-dried tomatoes, sweet Italian basil, and delicate olive oil with umami-packed. Get the recipe: Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade

Mushroom Goat Cheese Toasts – The Best Snack

Mushrooms and Goat Cheese Toasts
Mushroom Goat Cheese Toasts: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

These wonderful toasts serve 8 to 10 people as an appetizer or four people as the main course. The combination of goat cheese and mushrooms is delicious, and to keep things simple, these toasts are very easy to make and full of flavor. Get the recipe: Mushroom Goat Cheese Toasts

Cauliflower Polonaise Recipe

cauliflower polonaise
Cauliflower Polonaise Recipe: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

Cauliflower Polonaise is an excellent example of simple food that delivers a range of flavors. It may have a Polish name, but it’s French in origin. This boiled-and-baked cauliflower dish, mixed with breadcrumbs, hard-boiled eggs, capers, garlic, and butter, comes together quickly yet bursts with flavor. Get the recipe: Cauliflower Polonaise Recipe

Orange Roughy with Capers, Shallots, and Wine Butter Sauce

Orange Roughy with Capers, Shallots and Wine Butter Sauce
Orange Roughy with Capers, Shallots and Wine Butter Sauce: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

There is nothing to it, and yet it is a beautiful sauce that asks for a piece of bread to enjoy with the sauce. I love this dish because it is packed with exquisite flavors and ready in less than 30 minutes. And this dish will get accolades from everyone on a school night, as well as an impromptu dinner with friends. Get the recipe: Orange Roughy with Capers, Shallots and Wine Butter Sauce

Strawberry Apple Pie Recipe

strawberry apple pie
Strawberry Apple Pie Recipe: Giangi’s Kitchen – Giangi Townsend

This delicious and easy-to-make strawberry apple pie recipe combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the tartness of apples for a perfect summer dessert. Try it out and impress your friends and family!. Get the recipe: Strawberry Apple Pie Recipe.