Belongs to Celena Fideua 

In Spain, special noodles are used to make this paella-like party dish, but angel hair pasta fragments work too. Break pasta strands 30 or so at a time to keep them from scattering. Broiling the dish is key to getting its crunchy texture.

serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • smoked paprika
  • sodium-free tomato sauce
  • mushroom broth or low-sodium vegetable broth
Belongs to AnnM917 Chickpea tacos 

Turns out, tacos don’t have to be hot to be delicious. The chickpea-avocado mash used as a filling here is prepared and served at room temperature. (It makes a great sandwich spread as well.) Because the fat content of taco shells can vary, look for brands that contain approximately 6 grams or fewer per shell.

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • fresh lime juice
  • corn taco shells
  • baby salad greens
  • prepared salsa
  • sour cream
Belongs to kintyre Chickpea tacos 

Turns out, tacos don’t have to be hot to be delicious. The chickpea-avocado mash used as a filling here is prepared and served at room temperature. (It makes a great sandwich spread as well.) Because the fat content of taco shells can vary, look for brands that contain approximately 6 grams or fewer per shell.

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • fresh lime juice
  • corn taco shells
  • baby salad greens
  • prepared salsa
  • sour cream

North African cooking often features cinnamon in both savory dishes and desserts. Carrots and raisins make this a slightly sweet stew that’s best served with a dollop of “sour” Greek-style yogurt to complement the flavors.

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • cayenne pepper
  • ground cumin
  • ground cinnamon
  • ground turmeric
  • dried currants
  • honey
  • plain Greek-style yogurt

Truffle oil and earthy wild mushrooms turn a simple ragout into a sublime main dish. Truffle oil is a worthwhile investment. A few drops can transform roasted vegetables, bean dishes, and even a plain old bowl of mashed potatoes.

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • chopped fresh thyme
  • chopped fresh parsley
  • truffle oil

One of the easiest chefs’ techniques to recreate at home is to stack foods like this salad, using a 4-inch metal ring mold (available in kitchen stores) or a clean 14-ounce condensed milk can, opened at both ends.

serves 4
Belongs to culinarysarah Clayudas 

Clayudas are a Oaxacan dish similar to pizza. Tortillas are slathered with a spicy black bean puree, baked, then sprinkled with various toppings.

serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • canola oil
  • ground cumin
  • brown sugar
  • flour tortillas
  • slaw mix
  • chopped cilantro
  • lime juice

Turns out, tacos don’t have to be hot to be delicious. The chickpea-avocado mash used as a filling here is prepared and served at room temperature. (It makes a great sandwich spread as well.) Because the fat content of taco shells can vary, look for brands that contain approximately 6 grams or fewer per shell.

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • fresh lime juice
  • corn taco shells
  • baby salad greens
  • prepared salsa

One of these generously filled portobellos makes a satisfying main dish. The mushrooms can be assembled up to two days ahead, wrapped individually in plastic wrap, and refrigerated.

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • cooked wild rice