5-Ingredients or Less: January 2012

Serve these toasted pita wedges and creamy dip as an appetizer or a side dish with a Mediterranean entrée.

Having your own homemade bread that's crusty-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside is more than a dream with this easy to follow recipe.

This biscuits and sausage gravy recipe puts a vegetarian twist on a classic Southern breakfast.

This simple steak house rub uses the perfect combination of seasonings to turn an ordinary steak dinner into a memorable meal. As one of our readers said - "This rub made an excellent cut of beef even better."

Although it contains only four ingredients, this marinade packs a lot of flavor when paired with bass. Serve this flaky fish with seasoned rice noodles.

Dress up plain pork chops by cooking them in a mixture of shallots, dried fruit bits and broth.

Haricots verts, which are slender French green beans, get a huge flavor punch from sherry vinegar, Dijon mustard, and toasted almonds.

Bake your eggs in individual ramekins is a surprising way and easy way to serve breakfast. Round out the meal with whole wheat toast and fruit slices.

As beautiful to look at as they are great to eat, these golden slices of potato are scented and subtly flavored with crisp cooked sage. They are an incredible snack or a perfect savory side to any meal, from chicken to filet mignon.

This easy pan roast is served with a savory sauce of leeks and white wine that is cooked alonside the pork until everything is tender.

This soup's delicious taste and creamy texture belie its simple preparation. Roasting the squash creates browned edges for a richer flavor.

Flaky on the outside and soft on the inside, this bread recipe can also be used to make focaccia or pizza crust.

Impress dinner guests with this simple yet elegant dish. Ginger gives the sweet-tart cherry glaze a little bite.

Top Bartlett pear slices with baked pancetta, crumbled goat cheese, and a drizzle of honey for an easy, salty-sweet hors d'oeuvre that tastes delicious and looks gorgeous.

Spice up a classic beef brisket with a sauce made with apricot preserves, chili sauce, and sauerkraut.

This glaze made with curry powder, mustard, and honey evokes the flavors of India without needing to spend hours cooking.

Great for kids of all ages, these warm PB&J sandwiches work well for a quick brown bag lunch or sweet breakfast.

Rich, meaty salmon fillets are seasoned with a paste of dill, lemon juice, and sweet-hot mustard that offers more flavor than a marinade.

Shh! No need to tell anyone how easy this French Onion Soup is. A dash of sherry wine and flavorful Swiss cheese will fool your family into thinking you worked for hours on this soup.

Use convenience items such as jarred pasta sauce, cheese ravioli, and frozen chopped spinach as your layers in this fast dinner.

A standing rib roast makes a grand statement at the table, but this easy recipe guarantees you'll have time to mingle with your guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen!

It's hard to say no to this spicy-sweet side dish. Ground red pepper is a great complement to sweet potatoes.

Dish up this classic turkey dinner with a spicy twist -- add a dash of Cajun seasoning to the flour.

Cranberries and toasted almonds add tart and nutty flavor notes to two types of rice. Pair this quick winter side with chicken or fish.

Refrigerated dough is the secret to whipping up this quick and easy bread recipe that's filled with hearty sausage and gooey cheese.

Pork tenderloin is always a great option for weeknight meals, and this recipe pairs it with a sweet-tart pomegranate glaze. Serve with steamed veggies and wild rice.

The buttery taste and creamy texture of Camembert cheese glorifies these potatoes. Camembert is similar in flavor and texture to Brie, which makes a fine substitute.

Make green beans company-worthy by flavoring them with hazelnuts, butter and lemon.

Few dishes are more satisfying that a well-seasoned chicken, and this version flavored with garlic powder, white wine, olive oil, salt and pepper is no exception.

Rub this tender cut of steak with a rub of grill seasoning and salt and sear for a flavorful crust. Serve with your favorite winter sides.

Bake your own tortilla chips flavored with cumin, lime juice, and salt.