27 recipes you’ll want to know by heart

Some recipes stay in mind. They are easy to cook. Meals come together fast. They make dinner simple!

Coconut Chickpea Curry

A bowl of chickpea curry with spinach and rice, featuring a creamy yellow sauce. — Coconut Chickpea Curry. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Plant-based meals can still feel rich. Coconut adds creaminess without extra work. Coconut Chickpea Curry makes dinner easy.
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Easy Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

A bowl of chili with beans, corn, diced avocado, sour cream, sliced peppers, and cilantro, garnished with tortilla chips. — Easy Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Weeknight meals can be simple. Everyone can enjoy flavors at once. Easy Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili makes dinner easy and filling.
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Spicy Hummus Turkey Chili

A skillet full of meat and beans in a pan with a wooden spoon. — Spicy Hummus Turkey Chili. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Warm meals bring comfort quickly. Add flavor without extra work. Spicy Hummus Turkey Chili adds a kick to regular dinners.
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Slow Cooker Vegetable Curry

A bowl of white rice and vegetable curry garnished with lime wedges, placed on a wooden surface with a linen napkin nearby. — Slow Cooker Vegetable Curry. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Busy evenings need solutions. Vegetables can carry flavor easily. Slow Cooker Vegetable Curry makes plant-based dinners simple.
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Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

A bowl of chili with beans, ground meat, sausage slices, tomatoes, celery, and onions in a tomato-based broth. — Slow Cooker Turkey Chili. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Busy days need quick solutions. Meals that cook themselves save time. Slow Cooker Turkey Chili makes planning easy.
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Instant Pot Vegan Acorn Squash Chili

A bowl of bean stew with tomatoes and a spoon on a textured blue surface. — Instant Pot Vegan Acorn Squash Chili. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Quick cooking fits busy routines. Meals can be rich without meat. Instant Pot Vegan Acorn Squash Chili brings vegetables to the center.
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Hearty Beef Chili

A pot of chili topped with parsley, surrounded by toppings like cheese, corn chips, and jalapeños, with cornbread pieces in the background. — Hearty Beef Chili. Photo credit: xoxobella.

Even simple dinners feel complete. One pot can fill many plates. Hearty Beef Chili works for family meals or leftovers.
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Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie

A serving of baked vegetable casserole with melted cheese on a speckled plate, next to a cast iron pan containing the rest of the dish. — Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Easy dinners can still feel complete. Meals that layer flavors make weeknights better. Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie adds vegetables with style.
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Easy, Creamy White Bean Chili

An overhead image of vegan white bean chili with toppings. — Easy, Creamy White Bean Chili. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Mild flavors can surprise often. Meals can stay light but filling. Easy, Creamy White Bean Chili makes weeknights easier.
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Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese

A close-up of baked macaroni and cheese topped with breadcrumbs and parsley in a rectangular baking dish, with a serving partially scooped out. — Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Comfort meals stay classic. Cooking doesn’t need many steps. Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese keeps flavor without wheat.
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Mixed Bean Chili

A bowl of chili topped with avocado slices, jalapeño, cilantro, and a tortilla chip, accompanied by a cut avocado and striped cloth in the background. — Mixed Bean Chili. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Balanced meals feel easy to plan. Beans provide protein and bulk. Mixed Bean Chili works well any night of the week.
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Creamy Vegetable Korma

A hand holds a bowl of white rice and curry garnished with fresh cilantro, with a spoon resting inside the bowl on a pink surface. — Creamy Vegetable Korma. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Weeknight meals can stay interesting. Creamy sauces can be easy to make. Creamy Vegetable Korma makes plant meals simple.
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Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Comfort comes from simple meals. One pot handles dinner without fuss. Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is creamy and warming.
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Easy Potato Casserole

Meals can be layered with ease. Potatoes cook well for filling dinners. Easy Potato Casserole works for family nights.
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Moroccan Chickpea Tagine

Slow cooking works for busy schedules. Meals can be hearty and easy. Moroccan Chickpea Tagine brings spices to every bite.
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Alfredo Steak Pasta

Quick meals can impress friends. Pasta fills and cooks fast. Alfredo Steak Pasta gives simple meals a classic twist.
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Easy Shredded Tofu Tacos

Simple meals can be healthy. Tofu can be soft but hold flavor. Easy Shredded Tofu Tacos make dinners easy and quick.
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Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Quick cooking fits busy schedules. Meals can feel lively without fuss. Spaghetti Arrabbiata brings simple ingredients together.
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Chickpea Curry

Flavor can be bold without meat. Curries can cook in one pot. Chickpea Curry works well any day of the week.
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Easy Cheese Enchiladas Casserole

Baking can save time. Meals that layer ingredients are simple. Easy Cheese Enchiladas Casserole works for weeknight dinners.
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Filipino Spaghetti

A bowl of spaghetti topped with a rich meat sauce placed on a red and white checkered tablecloth. — Filipino Spaghetti. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Sweet and savory can mix well. Meals can be quick without losing flavor. Filipino Spaghetti makes dinner bright and easy.
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Lentil And Butternut Squash Vegetarian Chili

Hearty meals can be plant-based. Lentils bring protein with ease. Lentil And Butternut Squash Vegetarian Chili keeps weeknights simple.
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Chickpea Peanut Butter Curry with Coconut Milk

A bowl of rice topped with chickpea peanut butter curry. — Chickpea Peanut Butter Curry with Coconut Milk. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Meals can mix flavors without stress. Peanut butter adds richness naturally. Chickpea Peanut Butter Curry with Coconut Milk makes dinners stand out.
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Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili

Cincinnatti chili on top of spaghetti and covered with cheese, beans and onions. — Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Slow cooking saves effort. Meals can stay warm and ready. Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili is perfect for family dinners.
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Easy and Delicious Butter Bean Curry

Curries can be quick and simple. Beans carry flavor easily. Easy and Delicious Butter Bean Curry makes dinner effortless.
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Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

An image of split pea soup divided into two bowls. — Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Soup can fill many bowls fast. One pot can cook while away. Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup works for easy meals.
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Harissa Chickpeas

Spices can transform simple meals. Chickpeas provide protein and texture. Harissa Chickpeas make weeknight dinners fast.
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