If you’re looking for some fresh and new Saturday night dinner ideas, there are so many amazing possibilities!
From appetizers to entrees to desserts, these recipes will give new meaning to your Saturday party.
Hooray, it’s Saturday! The weekend has arrived, and we finally have a well-deserved quality time with family or friends.
The weekend
is also the time to pamper yourself or do the things you love most
.
For foodies like me, nothing beats cooking my favorite dishes and making my loved ones fuller and happier
.
This list has 30 amazing recipes that will make your weekend even more special.
I’m talking about rich stews, hearty pasta and decadent cake. These dishes are the epitome of comfort food.
Whether you’re having an intimate dinner with family or a fun night out with friends, you’d better prepare for pure indulgence.
1. Filet
mignon in mushroom sauce If you are a
cooking show enthusiast, then you are no stranger to the always famous filet mignon
.
How exactly is the most tender part of a steak to get a Gordon Ramsay-approved dish?
The secret is to seal the steak until you get that perfect half-weird cook
.
Top it with mushroom wine cream sauce and boom – perfection. He is so good that your family will praise him for weeks.
2. Bourguignon beef
The following is a recipe from none other than Julia Child
.
Beef bourguignon is a meat stew mixed with carrots, pearl onions, bacon, garlic and herbs
.
The base is made of burgundy wine and meat broth that create a rich sauce that oozes flavor.
It takes 3 hours to make the meat fork tender, so you have a great excuse to have a glass of wine as a reward afterwards
.
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3. Crab cakes
The crab is
great, the crab is amazing. But breaking a bunch of claws can be quite exhausting. Here’s the perfect solution: crab cakes.
Mix the sweet crab with mayonnaise, breadcrumbs and old bay seasoning. Fry until golden and crispy.
Look, the crab doesn’t have to be that hard to eat, right?
4. Pizza
Bianca (White Pizza)
Ordering pizza is
a pleasure, but making it in your own kitchen is even better
.
You can play with your favorite pizza flavors. Pizza Bianca is a must see!
Who says pizza always has to be red? This white pizza has a cream base that makes it look so delicate.
Add some parmesan and mozzarella, and bam! You will have a pizza that is definitely one for books.
5. Pad
Thai
Let’s bring the delicate flavors of Thailand into your kitchen, shall we?
Sautéed rice noodles, shrimp, peanuts, scrambled eggs and bean sprouts make up this popular Thai street food
.
If you have a shellfish allergy, don’t worry. You can always substitute shrimp for chicken or tofu, so you don’t miss it.
Mix those into a tasty pad thai sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and peanut butter, and prepare to be surprised
.
6. Lime Chicken Party
If you crave Applebee’s but don’t feel like going out, you can quickly prepare this baby in the comfort of your home
.
The grilled chicken rests on a bed of tortilla chips, glazed with lime sauce, topped with spicy ranchero dressing and topped with melted cheese.
It’s not called a party for nothing!
7. Chicken and meatballs
There’s nothing quite like Cracker Barrel’s chicken and dumplings when it comes to comfort food
. This dish is made of thick, fluffy meatballs
with piles of chicken in a rich chicken broth. It’s Southern food at its best!
If you want
to liven up your soup, you can add mushrooms, corn, and peas
.
Pro tip: Don’t mix and overcook meatballs unless you want a soup that tastes like flour.
8. Rolls
Dinner rolls are a bit of a dark horse, if you ask me
.
These round things seem so simple and simple, but be careful. It is full of rich, milky goodness that melts in the mouth.
What makes it even better is the honey and cinnamon butter on top! The sweetness and touch of spices complement the bread beautifully.
9. Steak
is one of the most complex meats to get right. It requires delicate care and attention. But once you’ve nailed it, you’ll be rewarded.
Show your family that your meat game is strong by bringing the juiciest, tenderest, tastiest steak to the table
.
The right amount of garlic butter is more than enough to raise your steak to another level
.
Tips: If you’re a newbie to steak preparation, I recommend you get a good thermometer so you can measure when the steak is ready
.
10. Shepherd’s
cake
Shepherd’s cake is the quintessential British homemade food
.
Sautéed ground beef cooked in a rich sauce, topped with velvety mashed potatoes and baked to golden perfection, is simply amazing
.
11. Clam Soup
A cool Saturday night requires something plentiful, and if you have clams on hand, clam chowder is the way to go
.
Sweet clams, smoked bacon pieces, and tender potato chunks sit in a thick, salty broth. It is the perfect repairer for a cold weekend.
All you need now is a comfortable blanket for the perfect evening drink.
12. Baked Ziti
I’m not sure what it is, but making a baked pasta is very satisfying, don’t you agree?
The stickiness of the cheese, the full taste of the Italian sausage, and the rich tomato sauce make this baked ziti so slime-worthy that you’ll wish you could eat it straight out of the oven!
13. 15
Bean Soup Just from the name of this dish, it can be said that it tastes spectacular
.
The flavor profile of this hearty soup is mind-blowing. The flavor base of the soup comes from celery, garlic and onion. The meaty goodness comes from smoked ham or sausage.
Rosemary and parsley give it a herbaceous touch. But of course, the real stars of this soup are the 15 different types of beans.
Pro tip: Baking soda reduces sugars in beans, so add a little to your mix so you don’t feel as bloated.
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. Stroganoff Meat
Stroganoff beef is one of the best things you can do. Period.
How can it not be? It’s sautéed beef and mushrooms in an incredibly rich sour cream sauce.
Best of all, it’s affordable and very easy to make. In fact, a pot is all you’ll ever need.
It is tasty, plentiful and economical. How amazing is that?
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15. French onion
soup
This next recipe is a soup that has been around for years! It started with the Romans and became even more popular in the 60s. He is as beloved today as he was decades ago.
French onion soup is a hearty soup with caramelized onions and melted cheese on top served in a bowl of bread.
The elements are very basic, but the flavors are excellent.
It sounds sophisticated, but in reality all you’ll need are things you probably already have in your closet.
16. Stuffed
shells
These stuffed shells are a cheese delight, and children won’t be able to resist them
.
This dish is as cheesy as it gets. The pasta shells are filled with cheese sauce, covered with marinara and covered with even more cheese!
I
like to make a big batch and freeze it. That way, I can easily bribe my kids for behaving well!
17. Shredded pork If you want to make shredded pork
but don’t have a smoker, don’t worry! The shredded pork
is
infused with soda and cooked in the slow cooker, so that every fiber in the pork is full of flavor.
In addition to flavoring it, the slow cooker also tenderizes the meat so it can be easily shredded. The meat is so juicy and tender that it will simply melt in the mouth.
18. Parmesan
chicken
Have your kids eaten fried chicken too many times this week? Try the chicken parmesan for a change.
In this dish, marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese add an extra depth of flavor to the good fried chicken.
Baking until it bubbles, you’ll have a dish that will never be too boring.
19. Meat stew
When it comes to classics, beef stew is definitely one of the best
.
This dish is a combination of tender stew meat with fork, potatoes and carrots cooked in an herb-infused sauce
. It looks good,
smells good, and tastes heavenly. It’s a feast for the senses!
20. Cabbage
rolls
Cabbage rolls are a great way to introduce vegetables to your kids. They won’t even notice
that this dish is healthy!
The filling is a combination of ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, egg and lots of seasoning!
Now, imagine this amazing mixture wrapped in cabbage and baked in rich tomato sauce
.
It tastes so good that your kids will definitely ask for seconds.
21.
Baked lemon
butter tilapia
This recipe amplifies a simple fish and makes it a celebratory dish
.
The tilapia fillets are seasoned with salt and pepper, then drizzled with an amazing lemon, garlic and butter sauce, and baked until flaky
.
The best part is that, after just 20 minutes, the fish is ready to be gobbled up.
22. Roast pot
The
next dish will fill your house with an impressive aroma that will make your guests drool
.
The signature Southern dish is a combination of chuck roast, ranch dressing, au jus and pepperoncini peppers, cooked slowly until melted in the good mouth.
Serve this at your next party, and you’ll be the talk of the town.
23. Seafood Paella Paella
is
normally something you get in a fancy restaurant, but what if I told you there’s an easy way to do it yourself?
This recipe does not require a special paella pan, but the result is still super delicious
.
The secret of a great paella is to use medium grain rice. He soaks up those delicious aromatics like a sponge. Add your favorite seafood combo and you’re done!
24. Philly
Cheesesteak
Philly’s cheese fillets are crowd favorites. They make any random Saturday feel like a holiday.
Tender pieces of sirloin, sweet onions and melted cheese on top: it’s a feast in the mouth! Serve it on toast and you’re done! It’s pure heaven.
25. Lo Mein
If you don’t feel like spending hours in the kitchen on a perfect Saturday, then this one is for you
.
In just 15 minutes, you will have the tastiest lo mein stuffed with chicken and vegetables
.
26. Tandoori Chicken
This classic Indian dish is popular all over the world, and for good reason
.
The chicken is topped with a yogurt marinade, garam masala and a touch of cayenne
.
It’s rich and creamy with the perfect balance of spices, giving your taste buds a sensational experience
.
27. If
you’re a fan of the TV show, Friends, you’ll know that dumpling subs are Joey’s favorite. I fully understand why.
Tender and juicy dumplings in a tasty tomato sauce are served hot dog-style inside buns
.
They are covered with cheese, of course, and baked until golden brown. How can you not love these submarines?
28. Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese
What do you get when you combine two amazing dishes together? An epic meal, that’s what.
Say hello to an epic mix: Sloppy Joe’s and grilled cheese in one!
Sautéed ground beef cooked in garlic and onion is sandwiched between toast. It is spread with cheese and roasted to perfection.
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. Pizza bread
Pizza bread is a nostalgic dish that is simple but very satisfying.
Follow the basics of a pizza, but with a twist! Instead of baking the pizza flat, the dough is rolled up.
The fun part is that you can put any coverage to your heart’s content, and each time you get the same fantastic results
.
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. Chocolate cake Chocolate lovers, stop looking for the best cake
in the world; just make one yourself!
This recipe is the perfect solution for your search for the most decadent, moist and fudgy chocolate cake
.
Pro tip: Make the cake even more chocolate by adding a shot of espresso
.
Don’t worry, it won’t taste like coffee. All it does is increase the flavor of chocolate.
