Roasted Broccoli
This healthy side dish is a lot easier than pie because you can stick it in the oven and forget about it for 25-30 minutes while you create the main event. We like to add a little grated parmesan near the end to add a little extra zip.
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Hashed Brussels Sprouts
This is a nice twist on the traditional Brussels sprout recipe, and a perfect dish to bring for a holiday dinner someone else is hosting. Lemon zest and white wine or vermouth give it an extra zip.
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Steak Au Poivre
This is a classic bistro dish and much simpler than it sounds. The meat will be expensive but steak au poivre is the kind of dinner that will have friends begging for another invite.
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Roast Leg of Lamb
Roast leg of lamb is a spring classic often served at Easter-time. This dish is also perfect for a group coming over for dinner. Everyone loves a roast leg of lamb, and the whole meal is cooked together so you can entertain friends without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.
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Perfect Roast Turkey
We’ve been using Martha Stewart’s basic recipe for years and it’s been a huge hit every time. With a piece of cheesecloth, some white wine and butter, you can make a perfect juicy turkey with a dark mahogany skin that’ll have your guests begging for more. Count on 20 minutes per pound to estimate total cooking time
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Salmon with Chili Salsa
Salmon is especially delicious on the grill. The quick chili salsa is a tasty addition that goes especially well with rice.
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Easy Baked Ham
Adapted from the Barefoot Contessa cookbook, this is the perfect centerpiece for a festive occasion with friends. If you add small potatoes to the roasting pan for the final 30 minutes and serve a simple green salad or broccoli on the side, you’ll be the mastermind of a great party!
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ABOUT CHOWGUYS

My sons started asking for simple recipe ideas when they were in college. They were tired of cafeteria food and going out all the time. I love food and have been cooking since I was in my 20s. So I started emailing recipe ideas which they’d try and then share with friends. We’re still doing this, and I started Chowguys.com to help other guys get comfortable in the kitchen, eat better at home, and have some fun along the way. Cooking and eating well doesn’t have to be complicated. We’ve tried to keep our recipes simple without dumbing down the results. Don’t worry too much about precise measurements. Learn to trust your instincts and you’ll be surprised how well dinner will turn out. – Duncan Pollock

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