How does Sous-Chef classify a recipe as easy?
Easy recipes avoid advanced techniques, have fewer steps, and use common pantry staples. They are designed to succeed on the first try.
445 recipes found
Easy recipes use straightforward techniques, familiar ingredients, and forgiving timing—perfect when you want confidence in the kitchen.
Steps stay linear, ingredients stay familiar, and timing stays forgiving—ideal whether you are learning stove basics or squeezing dinner between meetings.
30 min · Easy · American
45 min · Easy · American
10 min · Easy · Other
30 min · Easy · Mediterranean
5 min · Easy · Other
35 min · Easy · American
30 min · Easy · Italian
30 min · Easy · Italian
18 min · Easy · French
50 min · Easy · American
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30 min · Easy · Mexican
12 min · Easy · French
70 min · Easy · American
10 min · Easy · Other
30 min · Easy · American
30 min · Easy · American
Easy recipes avoid advanced techniques, have fewer steps, and use common pantry staples. They are designed to succeed on the first try.
Yes. On Browse, pick easy plus a cuisine and tag—or open Browse from this page with easy already selected.
Absolutely. Easy does not mean bland—many rely on bold seasonings, good produce, and simple methods that let flavor shine.