Emily Carter

Emily Carter
Emily Carter
Family Dinners & Comfort Food Classics

Hundreds of recipes by Emily Carter – family dinners, skillet meals and snacks.

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Fajitas with fresh salsa, baked beef enchiladas, creamy chicken salads and a pot of chicken and dumplings: Emily Carter focuses on the food a household actually wants to eat on a weeknight. Most of her recipes are dinners, from skillet meals and casseroles to slow, cozy pots, and the rest is made up of snacks, breakfast dishes and the occasional dessert.

What sets her recipes apart is how practical they are. Ingredient lists lean on things you can find at a regular grocery store, preparation is kept simple, and times and temperatures are written to match what happens in a home kitchen. Dishes like tostones, low carb bagels or a game day layer dip show her range: comforting, easy to repeat and flexible enough to adjust to what is in your fridge.

Browse her latest recipes below to find a dinner for tonight, or a few reliable dishes to rotate through the week.

Latest recipes:

Hearty Old Fashioned Mixed Seafood Clam Chowder

Creamy Mixed Seafood Clam Chowder

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Ready in 50 min, Old Fashioned Mixed Seafood Clam Chowder. A staged cooking method prevents rubbery clams while keeping the base rich and chunky.

Mountain Dew Apple Dumplings with Crescent Rolls

Mountain Dew Apple Dumplings

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Mountain Dew Apple Dumplings offer an effortless Southern-style dessert. Zesty soda softens the fruit and creates a thick glaze. Ready in 1h 15min.

Quick Summer Vegetable Khichdi with Moong Dal

Quick Summer Vegetable Khichdi

5.00 (5 Ratings)

Many summer meals feel too heavy or hard to digest. Quick Summer Vegetable Khichdi uses a specific water to grain ratio to keep it light and nourishing.

Hearty Homemade Chicken and Dumplings

Chicken and Dumplings

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Heavy dough can ruin a cozy stew. These Chicken and Dumplings feature a light dough that keeps the savory broth clear, with a prep time of only 25 minutes.

Velvety Heavy Cream for Pasta Sauce

Heavy Cream for Pasta

4.63 (8 Ratings)

Need a smooth Heavy Cream for Pasta? Using the right fat ratio keeps the sauce from separating so the cheese blends in without clumping or turning oily.

Vegan Blueberry Pancakes in 20 Minutes

Vegan Blueberry Pancakes

4.60 (5 Ratings)

Flour, sugar, and baking powder make this Vegan Pancake Recipe from Scratch with Blueberries. Homemade buttermilk provides a light lift in 20 min.

Vegan Lasagna with Tofu Ricotta

Vegan Lasagna with Impossible Meat

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Layer creamy tofu and savory sauce to build this Vegan Lasagna. A protein-rich tofu ricotta remains stable throughout the baking process in 1h 20min.

Dependable Alfredo Sauce with Browned Butter

Dependable Alfredo Sauce

4.25 (4 Ratings)

Dependable Alfredo Sauce gets toasty depth from browned butter, with no flour to thicken it. Ready in 15 minutes, it pairs well with fettuccine.

Brioche French Toast with Maple Syrup

French Toast with Brioche

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Rich brioche soaks up the cinnamon-vanilla custard, leaving a soft center and a golden crust. This French Toast suits slow weekend breakfasts.

Dependable Mac n Cheese: Baked and Creamy

Dependable Mac n Cheese Recipe

4.71 (7 Ratings)

Home cooks will love this Dependable Mac n Cheese Recipe. The section Why This Texture Works explains how a steady roux creates a silky result.

Best Air Fryer Chicken Tenders in 17 Minutes

Best Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Breading often turns soggy in air fryers. These Best Air Fryer Chicken Tenders use a cornstarch hybrid for a mahogany crust; see the getting them crispy guide.

Chunky Applesauce Canning Recipe: Cinnamon Spiced

Chunky Applesauce Canning Recipe

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Ready in 35 min, this Chunky Applesauce Canning Recipe preserves autumn harvests. It includes quick reference specs for a rustic, cinnamon-spiced treat.

Old Fashioned Food Mill Applesauce

Food Mill Applesauce for 6 Cups

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Peeling every apple is a tedious chore. This Applesauce method uses a food mill to skip the peeling, and the guide includes an equipment needed section.

Savory Vegan Slow Cooker Lentil Tacos

Vegan Slow Cooker Lentil Tacos

5.00 (4 Ratings)

Smoky and savory Vegan Slow Cooker Lentil Tacos. The recipe specs section helps you plan this hearty meal. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner.

Healthy Slow Cooker Mexican Casserole with Quinoa

Mexican Quinoa Casserole

5.00 (3 Ratings)

Zesty and cheesy Slow Cooker Mexican Casserole with Quinoa. This recipe includes a detailed step by step cooking guide. Ideal for a hearty family dinner.

Slow Cooker Cauliflower Lentil Curry with Coconut Oil

Cauliflower Lentil Curry

4.00 (4 Ratings)

This recipe includes a clear guide on how to make it. The Slow Cooker Cauliflower Lentil Curry is a comforting meal for vegetarian families.

Creamy Slow Cooker Vegetarian Black Bean Soup

Vegetarian Black Bean Soup

5.00 (1 Ratings)

Learn the trick behind the texture for a creamy finish. This Slow Cooker Vegetarian Black Bean Soup is a hearty meal for plant-based families to enjoy.

Healthy Crock Pot Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Includes a quick recipe specifications overview. These Stuffed Peppers are ideal for home cooks wanting a reliable one-pot dinner that stays moist.

Ultra-Cheesy Low Carb Crock Pot Lasagna

Crock Pot Lasagna

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Slow cooker zucchini dishes often turn out watery. This Crock Pot Lasagna stays hearty through salting and includes a guide on how to assemble and cook.

Creamy Sweet Potato Chickpea Stew: Hearty Vegan Dinner

Sweet Potato Chickpea Stew

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Looking for a cozy Sweet Potato Chickpea Stew? This vegan meal takes 52 minutes and the trick behind the texture ensures a thick, creamy consistency.

Healthy Crock Pot Vegetable Soup with Potatoes

Healthy Crock Pot Vegetable Soup

4.67 (3 Ratings)

Healthy Crock Pot Vegetable Soup is a nutritious, hearty meal. This guide includes a quick specs overview for easy planning. Ready in 6h 15min.

High-Protein Low Carb Slow Cooker Chili

Low Carb Slow Cooker Chili

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Many low-carb chilis feel thin without beans. This Low Carb Slow Cooker Chili stays thick and hearty with a slow simmer and an ingredient breakdown section.

Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls with Salsa

Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls

4.00 (1 Ratings)

This guide explains why this method works to keep chicken tender. Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls are ideal for families needing a high-protein dinner.

Hearty Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Beef Stew

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Beef Stew

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Enjoy a cozy meal with this Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Stew. This detailed ingredient breakdown ensures a rich broth and tender beef in every single bowl.