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Mains Recipes

Browse delicious, healthy mains recipes by Carolyn Cohen. Easy to make with simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions.

Thai Chili Oil Noodles with Sesame and Garlic

Mains

Thai Chili Oil Noodles with Sesame and Garlic

This recipe is so easy, it is a staple in my house. I use fresh, wide flat-rice noodles, sometimes called Chow Fun noodles, or the widest Thai rice noodles. This dish comes together super fast and you want to serve it immediately. It is best to have everything ready for the fast cook. See the Prep-Ahead Tip at the bottom of the recipe.

June 3, 2022

Perfect Roasted Spaghetti Squash

Mains

Perfect Roasted Spaghetti Squash

This is the best way to roast spaghetti squash if you want perfect noodles. The noodles will be perfectly cooked, not watery and you wont have to fight with them for the perfect noodle texture.

April 12, 2022

Pan Roasted Steak, Smashed Potatoes with Charred Broccoli with Salsa Verde

Mains

Pan Roasted Steak, Smashed Potatoes with Charred Broccoli with Salsa Verde

This is a one skillet meal that everyone will love! Get organized because the whole meal cooks in 20 minutes (once the potatoes are boiled).

April 10, 2022

Sesame Peanut Noodles

Mains

Sesame Peanut Noodles

This classic noodle dish comes together super fast and really hits the spot! Feel free to use any Asian noodle you prefer. I often use rice or udon noodles in place of traditional Chinese egg noodles. If you are allergic to peanuts, replace the peanut butter with additional tahini.

March 3, 2022

Weeknight Pasta with Lemon, Parsley and Garlic

Mains

Weeknight Pasta with Lemon, Parsley and Garlic

This is the perfect easy weeknight pasta, everyones favourite. Remember, save pasta water!

September 26, 2021

One Pot, Super Amazing Pasta Recipe

Mains

One Pot, Super Amazing Pasta Recipe

This pasta hack is truly incredible. Martha Stewart was first to come out with this awesome way to make pasta. Making pasta is now even easier and more delicious that it already was. My version is a perfectly creamy traditional pasta with

September 24, 2021

Orchietti Pasta with Broccoli and Garlic

Mains

Orchietti Pasta with Broccoli and Garlic

This a a one-pot pasta, no need to drain, the specific amount of water will absorb perfectly leaving a delicious sauce.

September 22, 2021

Japchae - Korean Sweet Potato or Glass Noodles

Mains

Japchae - Korean Sweet Potato or Glass Noodles

Japchae is a Korean stir-fry made up of beautiful glass sweet potato noodles. It can be served hot or at room temperature. The flavours get better as it sits.

May 29, 2021

Spinach and Ricotta G’nudi

Mains, Sides & Salads, Vegetarian

Spinach and Ricotta G’nudi

April 22, 2021

Silan Roasted Turkey Breast

Chicken & Turkey, Mains

Silan Roasted Turkey Breast

April 9, 2021

Parchment Steamed Fish with Ginger, Scallions and Greens

Carolyn's Dish, Fish, Mains

Parchment Steamed Fish with Ginger, Scallions and Greens

March 12, 2021

Pantry Coconut Miso Broth with Sesame Tofu Katsu

Mains, Vegetarian

Pantry Coconut Miso Broth with Sesame Tofu Katsu

January 28, 2021

About Our Mains Recipes

Carolyn Cohen's mains recipes are designed for home cooks of all skill levels. Each recipe features clear instructions, simple ingredients, and healthy whole food options. With 25 mainsrecipes to choose from, you'll find the perfect dish for any occasion.