family meal Recipes
57 delicious family meal recipes from around the world
Arroz con Pollo
A classic Cuban one-pot dish featuring tender chicken braised with aromatic sofrito, vibrant bell peppers, tomatoes, and fluffy rice, colored with the golden hue of saffron or annatto.
Arroz con Pollo Venezolano
A classic one-pot Venezuelan dish featuring tender chicken simmered with rice, vegetables, and a hint of beer for depth of flavor. Perfect for a comforting family meal.
Arroz Tapado (Peruvian Covered Rice)
Arroz Tapado, meaning 'covered rice,' is a beloved Peruvian dish where fluffy rice encases a savory, flavorful filling, creating a delightful surprise with every bite. It's a comforting and visually appealing meal perfect for any occasion.
Asado Criollo (Venezuelan Pot Roast)
A comforting and flavorful Venezuelan pot roast, featuring tender beef slow-braised with aromatic vegetables and spices. Perfect for a hearty Sunday lunch.
Asado de Res
A classic Venezuelan Sunday family meal, this Asado de Res features a tender, slow-cooked beef roast infused with aromatic vegetables and spices. Perfect for a comforting and hearty gathering.
Caldo de Res (Mexican Beef Soup)
A hearty and flavorful Mexican beef soup, traditionally enjoyed on Sundays with family. This comforting stew features tender beef shank simmered with a medley of vegetables like corn, potatoes, chayote, carrots, and cabbage, all infused with aromatic herbs.
Classic American Chicken Pot Pie
A comforting and hearty classic, this chicken pot pie features tender chicken and a medley of vegetables in a rich, creamy sauce, all topped with a golden, flaky pie crust. Perfect for a cozy meal.
Classic American Meatloaf
A hearty and flavorful ground beef loaf, topped with a tangy ketchup glaze, this is the ultimate American comfort food dinner, perfect for family gatherings.
Classic Sloppy Joes
A beloved American classic, these Sloppy Joes feature a savory and slightly sweet ground beef filling piled high on soft hamburger buns. Embrace the delicious mess!
Hervido de Pollo (Colombian Chicken Soup)
A light, restorative, and deeply flavorful chicken soup, a staple in Colombian households, perfect for a comforting meal or when feeling under the weather.
Lomo de Cerdo Asado (Venezuelan Roasted Pork Loin)
A succulent and flavorful roasted pork loin, seasoned with aromatic Venezuelan spices and served with tender roasted vegetables. This dish is a staple for family gatherings and special occasions.
Milanesa
A classic Argentine comfort food, Milanesa features thin, tender cutlets (typically beef or chicken) coated in breadcrumbs and fried to a perfect golden crisp. It's a beloved staple for everyday meals.
Milanesa a la Napolitana
Milanesa a la Napolitana is a beloved Argentine comfort food. It features a breaded beef cutlet (milanesa) topped with a rich tomato sauce, a slice of ham, and melted mozzarella cheese, often finished under the broiler. It's typically served with a side of crispy French fries.
Pastel de Papas
A hearty and comforting Argentine meat pie topped with creamy mashed potatoes, reminiscent of a Shepherd's Pie. This dish is a beloved family classic, often enhanced with traditional Argentine additions like olives and hard-boiled eggs.
Pasticho
A rich and comforting Venezuelan take on lasagna, featuring layers of tender pasta, a savory meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and melted mozzarella cheese. Often enjoyed as a festive Christmas dish.
Polenta Criolla
A hearty and flavorful Venezuelan baked polenta dish, featuring a rich ground beef and tomato sauce layered with creamy polenta and melted cheese. A true comfort food classic.
Pollo en Brasas (Venezuelan Rotisserie Chicken)
A quintessential Venezuelan rotisserie chicken, marinated in a vibrant blend of garlic, spices, and citrus, then grilled to achieve incredibly tender meat and crispy, flavorful skin. This dish is a beloved national fast food, perfect for gatherings.
Pollo Guisado (Venezuelan Chicken Stew)
A comforting and flavorful Venezuelan chicken stew, simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with aromatic vegetables and spices. This one-pot dish is perfect served with rice.
Pollo Sudado (Colombian Braised Chicken)
Pollo Sudado, meaning 'sweated chicken,' is a comforting and flavorful Colombian dish where chicken is slowly braised with aromatic vegetables until incredibly tender and juicy. This method locks in moisture and infuses the chicken with the essence of the vegetables and spices.
Puchero
A hearty and comforting Argentine boiled dinner, featuring tender meats and a medley of vegetables, traditionally enjoyed on cold winter days. It's often served in two courses: first the flavorful broth, followed by the meats and vegetables.
Sancocho de Gallina (Colombian Hen Stew)
A hearty and traditional Colombian stew made with a whole hen, root vegetables, and corn. This slow-cooked soup is a staple for family gatherings and special occasions.
Sancocho Dominicano
A rich and hearty Dominican stew featuring a combination of meats and root vegetables, traditionally enjoyed as a Sunday family meal. This 'seven-meat' version is a celebratory dish, perfect for gatherings.
Sancocho Trifásico (Colombian Three-Meat Stew)
A hearty and flavorful Colombian stew featuring a trifecta of meats – beef, chicken, and pork – simmered with starchy root vegetables and plantains to create a rich, comforting broth. Perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Sancocho Valluno (Valle del Cauca Style Pork Rib Stew)
A hearty and flavorful Sancocho, a traditional Colombian stew originating from the Valle del Cauca region, featuring tender pork ribs and a medley of root vegetables and plantains. Perfect for a family gathering.