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Weeknight Mains

Weeknight Mains

Weeknight cooking benefits from a plan that distinguishes clock estimates from doneness. These recipes give both, then show where moisture, pan width, and ingredient temperature move the finish line. Season boldly after tasting a safely cooked sample, not by faith in a spoon measure. Toppings are welcome; arithmetic still gets a seat at the table.

Weeknight Mains

Chicken Tinga Tacos With a Measured Tomato Sauce

For 12 chicken tinga tacos, simmer 900 grams boneless chicken thighs in a sauce of 400 grams tomatoes, 250 grams sliced onion, 240 millilitres broth,…

7 min read
Weeknight Mains

Chile Colorado Recipe: A Stovetop Pork Stew

Brown pork shoulder, then simmer in red-chile sauce. Use a clean food thermometer: fresh pork must reach 145°F (63°C), followed by a 3-minute rest.

5 min read
Weeknight Mains

How to Make Red Enchiladas: A Corn-Tortilla Plan

To make red enchiladas, warm corn tortillas, add cooked filling, roll seam-side down, top with red sauce and bake to 165°F (74°C).

6 min read