Dinner is the time to sit down at the end of the day together to share our lives and stay connected. It’s the most special meal of the day where you are able to enjoy a delicious meal and talk about your day.
It’s highlighted by the main course or star of the dinner plate!
It’s also the best reason to host a dinner party so you can laugh, visit and create lasting memories over a great meal.
There are over 100 recipes on West Via Midwest to help you plan your dinner menus for weeknight meals or for entertaining company.
The main course is the heartiest part of the meal. It can be made with any meat like chicken, beef, pork or lamb. It’s the star of the meal!
Most of the recipes for the entrees are more for dinner or the evening meal but many of them also work for a hearty lunchtime meal, a brunch or a potluck meal.
No need to stress about making a meal after a long day of work when you have tried and true dinner recipes everyone loves.
The entrée is the highlight of the meal and being able to cook everything like quick and easy meals and comfort food recipes, to fancy gourmet meals and easy healthy dinner recipes is something everyone can do.
You can make all of these types of meals and more, all with the confidence they will come out deliciously if you follow the instructions I’ve perfected over the years.
Whether you are looking for easy chicken recipes like French onion chicken, weeknight pork chops like panko breaded pork chops or the easiest slow cooker recipes like balsamic pull apart beef roast I have you covered. All of these recipes come together quickly and are easy to prepare while still being delicious.
Want a make-ahead pasta recipe or simple casserole to feed a crowd for a potluck? Ham and potato casserole has all the melty cheese, tender potatoes and bites of ham you love in a comfort food meal. The Cheesy Chicken Artichoke Casserole is another choice for an easy make and take potluck dish.
Sometimes you need a fancier pasta recipe to serve to company. The smoked gouda mac and cheese is an easy make-ahead pasta dish that is the most searched recipe on West Via Midwest every single holiday!
These delicious recipes are tried and true and are the best dining options for any special occasion you are hosting whether it be Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Christmas or Thanksgiving to more low key dinners for a laid back dinner party or a BBQ with friends.
I’ve got one-pan meals, easy air fryer recipes, fast and healthy grilling recipes, and instant pot recipes that you can make with easy step by step directions.
I’ve tested these main course meals and served them to guests in my home so I know you can make the best dinner party recipes and easy family meals perfectly every single time.
Looking for recipes that are low effort but big on taste? These dinner ideas are for you if you are looking for hands-off cooking! Try the beef back ribs or these fall off the bone ribs. They both are super easy and you basically set them and forget them while they cook and then sit down to enjoy a delicious meal.
There are weeknight dinner ideas that are gourmet comfort food classics. You know, the recipes that look crazy impressive but are just what you want to eat to make you happy! Healthy comfort food chicken piccata, grilled lamb chops or stove top steak recipe will make you one happy camper.
Short on time? There are recipes that come together in less than 30 minutes. Try out air fryer bone in pork chops, air fryer lamb chops or the balsamic lamb chops.
I have restaurant quality Gourmet recipes you can serve for celebrations and the holidays that may take a little longer but can be our little secret at how easy they are to make. Some of the highlights are my version of Lawry's Prime rib the 4 ingredient Prime Rib, impressive seafood recipe of fancy bouillabaisse, or the horseradish crusted prime rib. I promise you they will wow anyone you cook them for.
Need a specific protein? These are categorized by protein (beef, chicken, pork, lamb, fish etc) but I also have pasta and casseroles – all the food recipes for dinner you could ever want!
Go ahead and scroll down to find all the dinner recipes you need to have a successful meal without all the stress!
Chicken Divan with Curry is a classic dish with a personal touch. It is made with juicy chicken and tender broccoli in a creamy cheesy sauce. Sprinkled with a crispy topping, this simple and delicious casserole will be ready for dinner in under an hour. A satisfying comfort dish that will easily become a family …
Spinach and artichoke dip meets macaroni and cheese with this incredible spinach and artichoke mac and cheese! Bits of spinach and tangy artichoke are combined with a creamy nutmeg infused cheese sauce. Topped with a sprinkling of panko bread crumbs for added texture and this delicious comfort food will be your new favorite! We know …
Hawaiian Pulled Pork, also known as Kalua Pork is so succulent and tender without any effort at all on your part you’re going to wonder why you haven’t been making this at home your whole life. Want a twist on them—- (not at all authentic, but very delicious none the less– drizzle the pork with …
This delicious Pumpkin Lasagna is an easy and cheesy vegetarian alternative to your classic lasagna. Layers of perfectly spiced pumpkin, spinach, and a smooth creamy cheese sauce, make this a very simple and satisfying family dinner that will transform the way you think about lasagna! With the holidays around the corner, we will definitely be …
Homemade Bacon Mac and Cheese is a simple twist on a classic dish made to perfection. Filling comfort food made with your favorite pasta, creamy cheesy sauce, and thick-cut bacon crumbles this perfect dish is as easy and delicious as it gets! We love all things cheese and pasta and know you do too. Our …
Every mouthwatering bite of an Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak combines thin strips of juicy beef, sauteed onions and peppers with an ooey gooey beer cheese sauce. Served on a soft tender bun, this homemade version of the classic sandwich, made in the Instant Pot is ready in under an hour! Nothing beats having a quick …
Game Day Chili has never been so easy. Made with ground beef that literally melts in your mouth it’s so tender. You’ll never have to wait all day again to get all the rich deep flavored chili you’ve come to love. This pressure cooker chili is a keeper! We entertain A LOT and I like …
Cook once, eat twice. Cheesy Cottage Pie is great to eat now and freeze some for later when you’re too busy to cook. Cheesy potatoes, warm and flavorful beef in every bite this comfort food recipe will be a family favorite! This authentic recipe is great for entertaining a crowd and can be made ahead of …
Cheesy Goulash Taco Pasta is a twist on traditional authentic goulash. Cheesy, spicy, this pasta with meat sauce recipe is an easy way to make a ground beef recipe for a warm, delicious comfort food meal. We know you love cheesy pasta dishes like gouda Mac n cheese and Bacon Mac n cheese so this …
This tuna and noodle recipe is an old fashioned comfort food casserole that will delight everyone. Velvety cheese sauce over simple pantry ingredients so you can feed your family a filling and budget-friendly meal! Time at home doesn’t mean you have to spend hours in the kitchen. This and other main dish casseroles like our …
Need a super inexpensive meal idea that is crazy delicious? This easy grilled tri-tip grill recipe with a smokey coffee rub is just what you need. Tender, juicy meat that works on its own or in tacos.
Grilled Steak with Bourbon Garlic Butter– How to grill the perfect steak: Melted Bourbon Garlic butter blankets seared on the outside, juicy, tender on the inside steaks for an easy BBQ meal for entertaining.
