Bacon & Egg Breakfast Tacos

Breakfast tacos are a staple morning dish in Austin, but this recipe allows you to savor them no matter your location. The distinctive flavor of the smoky, earthy ancho chile salsa elevates these tacos, although for a quicker breakfast option during the week, you may opt for your preferred store-bought salsa.

Caesar Salad with Cashew Dressing & Tofu “Croutons”

This nutritious salad recipe substitutes blended cashews and flaxseed for oil in the dressing, while seasoned tofu serves as a lower-carb alternative to traditional croutons. Cashews are rich in potassium and iron, though they contain more carbohydrates than many other nuts, offering 8 grams per ounce compared to 4 grams found in walnuts.

Apple Dutch Baby Pancake

This impressive one-pan, oven-baked pancake recipe is sure to delight your brunch guests. Personalize it by replacing the apple with pear slices or experimenting with different spices, such as cardamom or ginger in lieu of cinnamon.

Skillet Chicken Parmesan

If cutlets are unavailable at your local grocery store for this straightforward chicken Parmesan recipe, you can easily create your own. Simply place a boneless, skinless breast on a cutting board, secure it with your palm, and use a sharp knife to slice the breast horizontally into two thin sections.

Garlic-Rosemary Roast Beef with Horseradish Sauce

The eye of round is a lean, boneless beef cut that is more affordable than tenderloin or rib roast yet equally delicious. It is best enjoyed medium-rare; cooking it to higher temperatures may result in toughness. Enhancing it with a delectable horseradish sauce makes this roast beef suitable for holiday celebrations.

Peach & Blueberry Cobbler

This healthier take on a classic cobbler incorporates canola oil in place of some butter and whole-wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour. Unlike traditional biscuit-topped versions, the peaches and blueberries are enveloped in a tender batter that rises around the fruit during baking. Other fruits can be used as substitutes, and it is particularly striking when baked and served directly from a cast-iron skillet.

BBQ Chicken Skillet Pizza

Enhance your chicken-BBQ pizza by incorporating this Alabama-style white sauce, which features mayonnaise and a hint of vinegar. Utilizing pre-made dough allows for a swift and effortless dinner preparation.

Cornbread-Topped Chili Casserole

This nutritious casserole, often referred to as tamale pie, achieves a delightful crust around the edges due to the use of a cast-iron skillet. For optimal texture, it is recommended to use yellow cornmeal with a medium grind. Accompany the dish with lime wedges for an added zest.

White Bean-Sage Cauliflower Gnocchi

Transform lower-carb cauliflower gnocchi into a fulfilling meal with this variation of traditional brown butter and sage gnocchi. The addition of beans enhances the fiber and protein content, making it a quick and healthy dinner option.

Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza with Sausage & Kale

A hot cast-iron skillet creates a puffy, crisp-bottomed crust for the pizza dough, reminiscent of focaccia. If you have children, involve them in the preparation of this simple pizza recipe: while you cook the sausage, let them tear the kale into pieces—no knife necessary!

Skillet Steak with Mushroom Sauce

This one-skillet meal featuring steak, broccoli rabe, and peas can be ready in just 25 minutes. The pan drippings meld with mushrooms, broth, and grainy mustard to create a rich and flavorful sauce.

Quick King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Traditionally prepared by layering creamy chicken and tortillas in a lasagna-style format, this classic Tex-Mex chicken casserole becomes quicker for a weeknight dinner by mixing all ingredients in a skillet and then placing the entire pan under the broiler to achieve a gooey cheese topping.

Broccoli & Sausage Skillet Pizza

Employing a cast-iron skillet for this healthy pizza recipe yields deep-dish results with extra-crispy edges, although a free-form version is also possible. Stretch the dough into a 12-inch oval and place it on a large baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Top it and bake at 450 degrees Fahrenheit until the cheese is melted and the crust is crisp, approximately 20 minutes.