Practical and easy

Easy recipes that won't take all day to make.

There's no reason why you need to put yourself through a 20-step recipe when an easier, equally delicious one is right there for the taking. If you're sick of the usual penne with sauce from a jar, then we've got you covered with this roundup of 83 easy dinner recipes that you'll find less time-consuming or ingredient-heavy than others.  Who knew that you could repurpose vanilla ice cream into a classy European dessert worthy of white tableclothed restaurants? Just melt it, add egg yolk, top with sugar, and torch away until you've perfected the treat's classic burnt top. Unlike chicken breast, pork chops are that rare affordable cut of meat that's super flavorful and doesn't need to much seasoning to round out.  Here, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and brown sugar add spice, savory notes, and a nice caramelized glaze.  Haters will say this avocado carbonara too different from the original to call it a carbonara, but all I'm saying is that it's creamy, it's savory, and incredibly satisfying just like a carbonara. And it's all thanks to a sauce made with avocado, heavy cream, egg yolk, garlic, and lemon juice. Sometimes, a simpler recipe is a better one, and not just because it leaves you with more time to eat. Here, the secret ingredient of Greek yogurt, combined with self-rising flour, ensures a tender crust that's perfectly chewy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Peanut butter cup cookies are for days when you want to mix things up, but you're also not trying to be on the Great British Bake-Off. This batch will satisfy people who love a warm and gooey middle, crispy edges, and a gush of peanut buttery flavor in every bite. This recipe brings Chipotle chicken to you, when you're nowhere near one or simply don't have any energy to drive yourself over. To achieve that iconic deep and smoked flavor, simply place chicken thighs in a Ziploc bag filled with chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, then cook on oil until golden brown. Enjoy it in a bowl, salad, or a burrito. I know what you're thinking: Homemade pasta is anything but practical on a night when you're tired and just want to eat. But making gnocchi is super easy, and this recipe proves it. Just mash some peeled potatoes, add an egg into the mixture, then knead the dough, and you're ready to start forming your very own gnocchi! There's nothing more satisfying than making your own cocktail (if you're of legal drinking age, of course), specified to your exact liking, and sipping it slowly in the course of one evening. It's the perfect way to start your night or even a way to whet your appetite while you prepare dinner. It's wild what a different a single kitchen appliance (hello, smokeless grill) or piece of furniture can make in your life. If you're ready to make one of these splurge-worthy purchases your entire personality, then head on over this way to ogle at our favorite tortilla presses, programmable kettles, and gold-finished bar carts. Spicy Mac 'N' Cheese Bites Piña Colada Bombs Air Fryer Peach Cobbler For 2 PB & J Overnight Oats With Magic Shell Shrimp Summer Salad With Creamy Cilantro Dressing Grilled Cheese Buttermilk-Fried Chicken Sandwich Crispy Smashed Potatoes With Ginger Scallion Sauce BuzzFeed, Inc. 111 E. 18th St. New York, NY 10003 We hope you love the products we recommend! Just so you know, BuzzFeed may collect a small share of sales from the links in this email. View our privacy notice and cookie policy Unsubscribe