Warning! 17 Dinner Recipes That’ll Make You Ditch Restaurants

Warning! These 17 dinner recipes are so good, they might just make you give up on dining out. They’re full of amazing flavors, showing you can create top-notch dishes at home. Indulge into these meals and enjoy a homemade mealtime experience that’s easy, impressive, and totally wholesome.

A bowl of pasta with lemon slices and parmesan cheese.
Best Lemon Pasta. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Eggplant Casserole

A plate of eggplant casserole with sauce and cheese.
Eggplant Casserole. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Who eats out when there’s Eggplant Casserole to be made at home? Layered with delicious sauce and cheese, it screams comfort in every bite. When a meal tastes this good, you’ll wonder why you considered diving into restaurant lines in the first place.
Get the Recipe: Eggplant Casserole

Asparagus and White Bean Risotto

A bowl of asparagus and white bean risotto.
Asparagus and White Bean Risotto. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

With a dish like our Asparagus and White Bean Risotto waiting at home, you’d rethink making that restaurant reservation. Packing in plenty of nutrition with the creamy luxury of a risotto, it makes every mealtime special. When you can enjoy such delicacies at home, why dine out?
Get the Recipe: Asparagus and White Bean Risotto

Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Who says mac and cheese always needs dairy? Our Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese stands up to the original, with a creaminess that’s just right. It combines the ease of pasta and an unexpected pumpkin twist, ditching the restaurant for this comforting, fall-inspired meal at home.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Jamaican Red Beans and Rice

Jamaican Red Beans and Rice. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Looking for a taste of the tropics at your dinner table? Experience the richness of Jamaican cuisine with Red Beans and Rice. This dish is hearty and brimming with unique flavors that kick takeout to the curb. It’s a colorful, comforting option that paints your dinner time with a vibrant island vibe.
Get the Recipe: Jamaican Red Beans and Rice

Mushroom Lentil Stew

Mushroom Lentil Stew. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

A hearty bowl of Mushroom Lentil Stew gives you all the comfort and hearty warmth you need. This stew boasts a blend of mushrooms and lentils that proves delicious food can be easy and restaurant-free. Want restaurant-worthy stew sans dining out? This is your answer!
Get the Recipe: Mushroom Lentil Stew

Wild Rice Casserole

A bowl of pasta with lemon slices and parmesan cheese.
Wild Rice Casserole. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

No matter the occasion, our Wild Rice Casserole never disappoints. With the earthy flavors of rice and veggies combined in a single dish, it’s a heartwarming delight that easily rivals any restaurant meal. Stay in, sit back, and enjoy the comfort of a homemade casserole.
Get the Recipe: Wild Rice Casserole

Tuscan White Bean Skillet with Kale

Tuscan White Bean Skillet with Kale. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Italian cuisine at home couldn’t be more fun than with Tuscan White Bean Skillet with Kale. The robust flavors of white beans pairing up with the fresh kale create a wholesome, nutritious meal that’ll definitely make you rethink eating out. It’s a taste of Tuscany without their pricey tags.
Get the Recipe: Tuscan White Bean Skillet with Kale

Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew

Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Don’t underestimate the magic of a good stew. Our Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew are about to make you cancel those restaurant reservations. Comforting, hearty, and loaded with nutritious goodness, it’s truly a dish that feels ‒ and tastes ‒ like a warm hug in a bowl.
Get the Recipe: Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew

Quick Thai Omelet Recipe (Kai Jeow)

A Thai omelet with jasmine rice in a bowl.
Quick Thai Omelet Recipe (Kai Jeow). Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Our Quick Thai Omelet Recipe, or Kai Jeow, is a game-changer. With just a few simple ingredients, the result is a flavorful, fluffy dish that trumps a standard restaurant omelet. Save your bucks for something else and make this Thai street food classic at home.
Get the Recipe: Quick Thai Omelet Recipe (Kai Jeow)

Italian Walnut Sauce Pasta

Italian Walnut Sauce Pasta. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Craving the best of Italian cuisine but can’t make it to your favorite restaurant? No worries. Our Italian Walnut Sauce Pasta will transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy, promising an unforgettable culinary journey right in your own kitchen. Your dining-out fondness won’t stand a chance after this.
Get the Recipe: Italian Walnut Sauce Pasta

Mixed Bean Chili

Mixed Bean Chili. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

You’re in for a treat, this isn’t your ordinary chili! Chock full of different beans, our Mixed Bean Chili has a heartiness that you’ll crave after a long day. Why bother going out to eat when you can have this comforting concoction at home? Trust us, restaurant chilis have got nothing on this.
Get the Recipe: Mixed Bean Chili

Creamy Vegan Red Pepper Pasta

Creamy Vegan Red Pepper Pasta. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Say hello to a pasta game-changer, our Creamy Vegan Red Pepper Pasta. You probably can’t find pasta this flavorful at your local restaurant. It’s creamy, comforting, and packed with the vibrant taste of red peppers. Welcome a cozy dinner night in with this pasta delight.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Vegan Red Pepper Pasta

Easy Thai Peanut Curry Recipe (Better Than Take-Out!)

Easy Thai Peanut Curry Recipe (Better Than Take-Out!). Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Bored with the same old takeout spots? Try making your own Easy Thai Peanut Curry at home. This dish brings a wave of Thai flavors right to your kitchen and the peanut butter adds a creamy texture that’s absolutely delicious. You’ll be questioning why you didn’t ditch take-out sooner.
Get the Recipe: Easy Thai Peanut Curry Recipe (Better Than Take-Out!)

Creamy Mushroom Stroganoff

Creamy Mushroom Stroganoff. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Wild for mushrooms? Creamy Mushroom Stroganoff is a clear winner. Rich, indulgent, and packed with earthy flavors, it’s a meal that’ll make you want to stay in for dinner. It’s a stroganoff experience that can’t be beaten, even by the best of restaurants.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Mushroom Stroganoff

Gochujang Cabbage Steaks

A gochujang cabbage steak on a bed of white rice.
Gochujang Cabbage Steaks. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Forget the steakhouse, our Gochujang Cabbage Steaks are set to change the dinner game. Using everyday ingredients, this spicy and savory dish makes you appreciate cabbage like never before. With flavors this rich, your favorite restaurant meal might just take a backseat.
Get the Recipe: Gochujang Cabbage Steaks

Best Lemon Pasta

A bowl of pasta with lemon slices and parmesan cheese.
Best Lemon Pasta. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

You’re about to discover why this is called our Best Lemon Pasta ever. The combination of pasta with a touch of zesty lemon strikes such an amazing balance between simple and flavorful. Rather than settling for restaurant pasta, whisk up this lemony goodness in the comfort of your kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Best Lemon Pasta

Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust with Garlicky Mushroom & Tomato

Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust with Garlicky Mushroom & Tomato. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Be a pizzaiolo at home with our Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust. It’s loaded with garlicky mushrooms and tangy tomatoes, promising a taste sensation that gives fancy pizza parlors a run for their money. Trust us, you won’t think about pizza delivery ever again after this.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust with Garlicky Mushroom & Tomato

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