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Elevated Main Courses for Every Occasion

Every great meal needs a star. This collection of main courses is designed to be the centerpiece of your table, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just leveling up your Tuesday night. From perfectly pan-seared scallops to my cozy one pot lemony chicken and rice, these recipes focus on high-quality proteins and bold, “well seasoned” flavors that make home cooking feel like a five-star experience.

A Croque Madame sandwich topped with a sunny-side-up egg and chopped chives, filled with ham and melted cheese, served on a white plate with a side salad.

Bistro-Style Croque Monsieur (or Madame!)

A plate of steamed dumplings garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, served with a bowl of soy-based dipping sauce with chili flakes.

Juicy Pork & Shrimp Wontons with Sizzling Chili Oil

Large bowl of rigatoni pasta with crispy. pancetta mushrooms and fresh peas.

Fresh Spring Cooking: What I’m Making This April

A bowl of chili with chunks of beef, kidney beans, topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced red onions, and chopped herbs. A spoon rests in the bowl, and small dishes sit nearby.

Rich, Smoky Leftover Brisket Chili with Beans

A bowl of fish stew with chunks of white fish, potatoes, tomatoes, and sausage, garnished with chopped herbs. A spoon rests in the bowl, and lime wedges and bread are visible nearby.

Brothy Portuguese Fish Stew with Smoky Chorizo

Six stuffed pita breads, some cut open to reveal a dark spiced filling, are arranged on parchment paper. They are garnished with chopped herbs, served with pickled red onions and lemon wedges on a white plate.

Juicy Pan-Fried Lamb Arayes with Yogurt Sauce

A plate of juicy, sliced roast beef topped with caramelized onions and garnished with fresh herbs, served on a rustic table with side dishes visible in the background.

Herb-Braised Brisket with Onions & Leeks

Steamed salmon en papillote with spring asparagus.

Seasonal March Recipes to Celebrate Early Spring

A creamy tomato-based tortellini soup with spinach, grated cheese, and herbs is simmering in a large pot with a wooden spoon, surrounded by plates, a bowl of grated cheese, and a glass of water.

One-Pot Cheesy Tortellini Soup with Rotisserie Chicken

Italian ribollita soup with shaved Parmesan.

Cozy February Cooking: Real-Life Winter Dinners

A skillet filled with creamy sauce, sautéed vegetables, and four browned sausages, garnished with chopped chives. Nearby are a bowl of chives, a bowl of salt, a glass of oil, and a beige cloth napkin.

Recipes For Two

Slow-Simmered Chicken Sausages In White Wine

Homemade sausage and wild rice soup with kale.

January Feel-Good Recipes: Cooking With Intention

A plate with a serving of savory phyllo pastry pie filled with ground meat and vegetables, shown with a fork. A pot with the remaining pie, two glasses, salt and pepper shakers, and a napkin are nearby.

British Sausage Roll Pie with Ultra Crispy Phyllo

A plate with a piece of salmon topped with a creamy spinach sauce, served alongside steamed green beans and a lemon wedge. A hand is using a fork to cut into the salmon.

Creamy Spinach & Artichoke-Stuffed Salmon Filets

Leftover cornbread stuffing waffles with a fried egg.

The Best Recipes for Using Up Thanksgiving Leftovers

A bowl of rotini pasta mixed with cooked sausage, spinach, and roasted butternut squash, topped with grated cheese. A fork rests in the bowl, and a glass of water and grated cheese are nearby on a light table.

Cozy Butternut Squash Pasta with Chorizo & Sage

An oval platter filled with braised pot roast, small whole potatoes, and sliced carrots, garnished with fresh herbs, set on a light table with plates, utensils, and a wine cork nearby.

Fall-Apart Tender Dutch Oven-Braised Pot Roast

A white platter holds sliced roasted turkey garnished with fresh herbs. Nearby are a dish of salad, a bowl of gravy, a striped napkin, and a casserole on a light-colored table.

Spatchcock Turkey & Chicken Troubleshooting: Crisp Skin, Juicy Meat, Zero Stress

A golden-brown roasted chicken rests on a rack in a baking tray with herbs underneath. Nearby are a plate of salad, a dish of cornbread, a pitcher of gravy, and a striped towel.

Juicy Spatchcock Turkey with Ultra-Crispy Skin

A bowl of spaghetti carbonara topped with grated cheese and crispy pancetta pieces, served in a white and blue patterned dish with a fork resting inside.

Spaghetti alla Carbonara with Crispy Guanciale and Pecorino

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about Ari

Seriously delicious food is my happy place, and that’s exactly what you can expect to find here! I’m a trained NYC chef who likes to cook elevated, yet unfussy recipes. Our hope is that you’ll come for the food, stay for a glass of wine, and leave feeling completely satisfied. At Well Seasoned, we’ll teach you about the importance of cooking with high quality ingredients, and help you become more efficient in the kitchen. We also pride ourselves on planning easy, cohesive menus, no matter the occasion. Grab an apron and get ready to look like the kitchen god(dess) that you are!

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