Spinach

Frozen hash brown patties—trimmed to fit in the bottom of a large baking dish—form a crisp-but-fluffy crust for this ample, sausage-studded casserole.

Short-cut favorites like boxed stock, frozen dumplings, and bagged spinach join forces in a twist on comforting egg drop soup that’s a breeze to make.

Inspired by the flavors of qorma-e-sabzi, an Afghan spinach stew, this simple soup relies on pantry staples and a box of frozen spinach.

Everything you love about the iconic party app—spinach and artichokes in a creamy, oozy sauce—transformed into a one-pot weeknight dinner.

These stuffed buns start with a sour cream dough, then put frozen veggies toward the hearty filling.

Smart shortcuts like store-bought fresh noodles, frozen spinach, and a sheet pan deliver big lasagna flavor in a fraction of the time.

This brothy bowl is just what the doctor ordered, with lots of fresh ginger and kicky jalapeños.

Homemade potato starch noodles, stir-fried with potato slivers and greens, for an extra comforting dinner.

Muối mè is a 3-ingredient sesame salt mix, which instantly changes the mundane into something special. Sprinkle it over vegetables, rice, and more.

Crème fraîche gives this lighter, faster take on garlicky creamed spinach its bright, tangy flavor. 

This creamy, comforting khichdi is ready for any lentil in your pantry. Frozen spinach and fresh herbs keep it bright and perky.

This creamy, dreamy vegetarian pasta bake is a cross between spinach ricotta ravioli and baked ziti. Make ahead and freeze it for months for dinner on demand.

Slices of this bright and lemony greens-packed pilaf hold their shape once wrapped in a simple yogurt dough and baked until golden brown.

Bursting with creamed spinach and cheese, and dressed with a glossy coat of ketchup, this is meatloaf 2.0.

Broiled kale adds a whisper of smokiness to this callaloo—a dish of braised leafy greens integral to Caribbean cuisine.

Make spinach artichoke dip for a crowd! Make it for a party for one! But definitely make it. This version won’t disappoint.

This decadent weeknight dinner ups the ante on blah steakhouse creamed spinach with the help of spicy green curry paste.

This greener-than-green hummus is no side dip—the crisp dolmades on top turn it into a full meal.

Creamy, bright green, and vegan, this soup gets its body and sweetness from parsnips. And you don’t even have to peel them.

Give ground chicken the respect it deserves.