Bacon and steak — its the perfect combination! This filet mignon recipe is so easy to make and the payoff is major. Bacon lends a smokey flavor and seals in moisture as the filet sears on the grill. Serve up with grilled vegetables for a well-rounded summer meal.

Wondering how to perfectly roast a whole chicken? This recipe walks you step by step through the process. Learn how to prep the chicken, roast veggies and even create a gravy you can serve alongside carved chicken. The quintessential Sunday dinner!

A main course that's ideal for special occasions and holidays! Medallions can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated until you're ready to make dinner. A delicious red wine sauce creates the perfect topping; serve with a garden salad and mashed potatoes.

Wondering how to cook a steak in a cast iron skillet? Here, we share a recipe that calls for sirloin steak, butter, garlic and herbs. To sear the outside, cook steak in the pan on the stovetop for just a few minutes per side, then finish in the oven. Delicious!

These burgers are the best thing you could serve at a backyard BBQ! No fancy seasonings, only a sprinkling of salt and pepper is necessary to bring out the meaty flavor of grass-fed beef, a lean and super-healthy alternative to ground chuck. Cook on the grill and serve on grilled buns with grilled onions, lettuce and your favorite toppings.

This recipe is ideal for a small gathering. Sunday dinner, a holiday feast or any special occasion is the perfect time to make this turkey breast pot roast. Turkey slowly stews in a dutch oven with a medley of vegetables ― tasty, tender and delicious!

This beef bolognese recipe is the best ever! We start with the best beef for bolognese, grass-fed ground beef, and add to that traditional bolognese ingredients, including fresh basil, crushed tomatoes, carrots, garlic and cheese. Serve this sauce over a rigid pasta, like penne or rigatoni.

Wow dinner guests will this elegant main course! Steak is pan-seared in a butter-rosemary mixture and then kept warm in the oven while you prepare a quick and easy sauce with your favorite brand of cognac or brandy. Serve with garlic-smashed potatoes, salad and a side of vegetables to complete the meal.

The secret to these succulent pork chops is in the garlic-infused marinade and vinegar and brown sugar dipping sauce, which takes minutes to make and can be stored for several months. Use sauce to top chicken, veggies or even a bowl of ice cream!

We think this may be the very best way of grilling filet mignon! Each filet is coated in a mixture of garlic, rosemary and seasonings before being perfectly seared on the grill. A garlic and red wine sauce is the only topping needed to make our grass-fed and grass-finished beef shine.

We think this may be the best buttermilk fried chicken recipe around! A Southern comfort food classic, this recipe calls for whole chicken, which is cut into pieces and dunked in a traditional batter and deep-fried on the stove top. Delicious both piping hot and served chilled.

A new twist on a traditional chicken dish, this recipe calls for Swiss cheese and prosciutto in place of sliced deli ham and cheese. A tasty sauce can be spooned on top of chicken or served on the side as a dipping sauce.

This tasty dish is perfect for busy weeknights, when you don't have time to prep ingredients or wait for protein to slow roast. Boneless pork chops sear up quickly in a cast-iron pan and pan drippings make a delicious gravy to pour overtop. Serve with a salad and side of vegetables for a well-balanced meal.

A complete dinner cooked in one pan! Late-season veggies in a variety of colors and chicken breasts are seasoned and then roasted in a hot oven. This easy-prep dinner can be enjoyed any day of the week and is perfect for a sit-down Sunday dinner.

We took the classic flavor of a Philadelphia cheese steak sandwich and paired it with our tender, juicy chicken for a homemade pizza your family will love! If you're feeling ambitious, trying making your own dough, and serve piping-hot pizza with ice cold beer or soda.

This recipe is easy to make ahead. Prep the pork and store in the refrigerator overnight. Bake the next day, boil the noodles and enjoy a one-plate dinner infused with lemon, herb and garlic flavors.

The perfect dish for Sunday dinner, Cornish hens slow roast in a Dutch oven. Dry white wine, tomatoes, garlic and herbs form a delicious broth that can be served overtop. Enjoy with rice or mashed potatoes.

Keep an ice-cold beverage close at hand because these baked chicken chunks are HOT! The perfect appetizer for a football party, these bit-size morsels are roasted in the oven before being dunked in a spicy pepper oil. Serve with coleslaw, celery and blue cheese dressing and your favorite tailgate party foods.

A glaze made from plum jam or the fruit spread of your choice creates a sweet coating that adds just the right amount of crunch to otherwise tender and juicy spare ribs. A crowd favorite, this dish is best served piping hot with Asian rice or a side salad.

Lunch on the go never tasted so good! A new spin on classic Caesar salad, crispy chicken strips, tomatoes, lettuce and dressing are served up in a tortilla. Wraps can be eaten immediately or rolled in parchment paper and stored in the refrigerator.

Sun-dried tomatoes, feta, ground lamb and a host of Mediterranean spices lend complexity to this classic stuffed eggplant dish. While still piping hot and right before you serve, be sure to drizzle eggplants with a touch of extra virgin olive.

Struggling to get your kids to eat well-rounded meals? This dish may do the trick! Our tender, crispy and delicious dino nuggets are paired with melon, grape and pineapple bites to create fruit kabobs that kids will devour. Perfect for a quick lunch or afternoon snack.

This simple one-skillet meal is full of flavor! With only five ingredients, it makes an easy weeknight dinner for the whole family (even the kids will love it). This recipe easily doubles or triples to suit your family and tastes just as good, if not better, as leftovers — perfect for throwing in the kids’ or your husband’s lunch box. Drumsticks are generally one of the cheaper cuts of meat, so this will make for a quick, easy and budget-friendly meal.

Appliance used: Ninja® Foodi™ Pressure Cooker. Tip: Using the air crisp method on the Ninja Foodi eliminates the strong smell that can come from cooking lamb chops.

The easiest appetizer ever! Grill sausage, slice into bites and thread on skewers with cheese cubes and tomatoes or pickled peppers. Serve with your favorite mustard or flavored mayo for dipping.

A comfort food favorite that never goes out of style! Here, a traditional rice and beans recipe is upgraded with Niman Ranch’s beer-infused cheddar bratwurst. This stick-to-your-ribs supper is just as good for Sunday dinner as it is any night of the week.

Appliance used: Ninja® Foodi™ Smart XL Grill. Tip: Serve your grilled chicken over a bed of cauliflower rice with a side of grilled asparagus and fresh grilled lemon slices.

This summer dinner idea makes use of fresh basil and vegetables you may have growing in your garden. A homemade pesto, which flavors the vegetable and couscous mix, can also be drizzled atop grilled chicken and salad immediately before serving.

A healthier spin on fried chicken and potatoes, this recipe is packed with flavor and serves up half the guilt. Since it only takes about 30 to 40 minutes to make, it’s perfect for meal prepping or busy weekday dinners. If you’re serving any picky eaters, try subbing some of the asparagus for rainbow carrot slices, green beans or any other long veggies. Not only will it offer more variety, it will give even more pops of color. To maintain the bright colors of the asparagus or other veggies (and impress guests!), blanche veggies by dropping them in boiling water for a minute and transferring to ice water before sautéing with the garlic cloves!

A quick and easy weeknight dinner, this pasta dish pairs some of our favorite flavors: the spicy goodness of bratwurst, hop bitterness and sweetness of amber ale and the rich and creamy decadence of Parmesan cheese. Peas lend a hint of color and also subtle crunch.

Planning your own dim sum party? Here’s how to make Chinese dumplings that your guests won’t be able to resist. This easy potsticker recipe calls for wonton wrappers and filling made with Niman Ranch’s sensational Italian Sweet Sausage. Serve up with your favorite dipping sauce or make a batch of your own.

Crispy, crunchy and so incredibly juicy! This recipe for deep-fried turkey guarantees a tender and delicious result every time! Be sure to set up your turkey frying station outside and away from your house and check for doneness with a digital meat thermometer.

A tropical twist on classic fried chicken! This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinner. The flavor and crunch are just right for kids. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and a side of rice and veggies.

A fun way to plate a classic salad recipe! This Cobb salad is topped with crispy fried chicken and served up in popcorn containers. Great for lunch or a light dinner!

These bacon-wrapped chicken chunks are easy to make and feature the perfect balance of hot and sweet. To turn up the heat, leave chunks in marinade a bit longer.

Filet tips are cut from the ends of the tenderloin, so they offer all the tenderness and flavor of filet mignon but without the hefty price tag. This simple and quick preparation will please both meat lovers and pasta afficionados. If you’ve got a supply of basil in your garden, make your own pesto, but if not, prepared pesto from the grocery store is a fine alternative.

The ooey, gooey goodness of a classic chicken parm sandwich in a bite size that's perfect for parties! Use your favorite buns and marinara sauce to build these sliders, then pop in the oven and let cheese melt before serving.

Hot spicy Asian flavors are paired with the crunch of fresh vegetables in this unique twist on the classic banh mi sandwich. Grill or steam dogs before assembling and be sure to serve with plenty of ice-cold lemonade or iced tea!

A taste of summer no matter what the season! This salad recipe calls for grilled chicken thighs, green beans and a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Perfect for lunch or a light and healthy dinner.

A great way to use leftover turkey or chicken, this quick and easy, comfort food recipe for chicken and stuffing casserole makes a stick-to-your-ribs meal that will feed a big family. Don't be surprised if kids come back for seconds!

by Perdue Farmer Laura Landis, Worth the Wait Farm

Melted pepper jack cheese and a heaping spoonful of barbecue sauce are the perfect toppings for barbecue-seasoned popcorn chicken, which is served up in a warm, buttery bun. This appetizer recipe is perfect for football parties, birthday fetes and casual gatherings, large and small.

The perfect harvest-time main course! Here, Cornish hens are slow roasted with apple juice and apple slices for a sweet and savory flavor. Dripping from the pan, plus white wine, make a delicious sauce to serve overtop.

An all-American classic that’s loved by kids of all ages! This corn dog recipe has a bit of a kick, thanks to the pinch of cayenne powder added to cornmeal batter. Made with Niman Ranch’s premium protein franks, this dish will be a big hit at your next party or family gathering.

Bake a few batches because these spicy morsels won't last long! Chicken nuggets are flavored with Asian five-spice powder, baked and served with a homemade apricot marmalade and Dijon mustard dipping sauce.

Sweet and smoky, this bacon-wrapped shrimp recipe is destined to become a family favorite! Assembly is quick and easy and shrimp bake in less than 15 minutes. Serve as an appetizer or a main course, paired with rice and veggies.

This may be the best turkey recipe ever! Why? Because it's easy -- the perfect recipe for someone who is roasting turkey for the first time. A mixture of oil and herbs coats the skin and lends flavor and moisture as the turkey slow roasts in the oven. Basting during the second half of the cooking process also infuses the whole bird with flavor. A classic main dish for the holidays!

Here's how to bake stuffed mushrooms that your family will gobble up! Ginger, soy sauce and chili sauce give these ground-beef filled mushroom appetizers a flavorful zing. Be sure to drizzle olive oil on top of mushroom caps before you place them in the oven to retain moisture.

Quick and easy treats that the kids will love to make! Our crispy chicken nuggets are paired with swiss cheese and deli ham to make snacks that will tied everyone over till dinnertime.

This homemade rigatoni recipe is comfort food at its very best! A quick and easy dinner idea, this dish combines grass-fed ground beef with Swiss chard, ricotta cheese and classic tomato and basil pasta sauce.

Caesar dressing lends zest to this pasta salad recipe, which is topped with our tender and juicy chicken nuggets. Serve for lunch or a healthy, quick and easy dinner.

You can't get much better than hot dogs on the grill. Unless you wrap franks in hickory smoked bacon! You'll love the added crunch and flavor that bacon imbues. Top dogs with your favorite condiments, or try something new, like grilled onions and pineapples, diced fine.

Imagine the fabulous flavor of pizza paired with the taste of a classic chicken nugget! This recipe does just that. Parmesan cheese and garlic seasoning add just the right Italian flavoring to nuggets, that warmed, can be served with your favorite tomato sauce.

Use the Ninja® Foodi™ Pressure Cooker to cook up these tangy and tender chicken thighs.

Sneak some veggies in your kids' diet with this tasty recipe, which features Perdue's chicken and veggie nuggets. Customize the recipe by adding bacon, vegetables or your favorite seasoning.

Appliance used: Ninja® Foodi™ Smart XL Grill. Tip: You can use 1 egg instead of 2 egg whites, but the flavor of the batter will be a bit “eggier.” Also, you can use maple syrup instead of honey. To keep this recipe paleo, make sure your mayonnaise and hot sauce do not include any sugar or non-compliant ingredients.

Searching for Sunday dinner ideas? This pork roast recipe is easy to prepare and slow roasts in the oven with vegetables - the perfect one-pan meal. The roast is glazed in a mixture of apple cider, honey and Dijon mustard, fall flavors fit for a harvest feast!

An absolute crowd favorite, this dish is sure to impress anyone that tries it! And what’s even better? How easy and quick it is to make! The tart, delicious taste of balsamic vinegar is toned down with brown sugar and boiled to a sticky, sweet reduction. Add in fresh rosemary and a grainy mustard for good measure, and just let that chicken soak in the goodness!

This zesty fresh-from-the-garden dish is the perfect main course to serve at an end-of-summer dinner party. To save time, use store-bought pesto sauce. And serve with a fresh garden salad, couscous and your favorite dry white wine.

When it comes to easy one-pot meals, this recipe may be one of our favorites. Perfect for fall, this dish pairs sweet potatoes and crisp, ripe apples with smoky apple gouda sausage. For an extra-special touch, top with your favorite brand of red sauerkraut, chopped green onions and parsley.

Add complexity to weeknight meatloaf by combining both pork and beef in the mix! This recipe comes together quickly; enjoy leftovers in sandwiches or slice up and serve cold.

This hearty wintertime soup is flavored with cumin and your favorite salsa. Kielbasa sausage adds a hint of spice and the addition of black beans gives this soup a chili-like consistency. Enjoy with a dollop of sour cream on top.

Homemade sauce makes all the difference in this comfort food dish, which calls for grilled chicken thigh meat and two cheeses. Serve with your favorite margaritas or Sangria.

This classic pub-style meat pie is the perfect dinner for a chilly winter's day. Infused with pale ale, pie ― filled with ground pork and vegetables ― can be served warm. Leftover slices make a great lunch!

A refreshing dish to enjoy during the hottest days of the summer, this tomato and bread salad recipe calls for juicy vine-ripe tomatoes and a fresh loaf of artisan bread. The addition of Niman Ranch’s sweet Italian sausage makes this classic dish truly satisfying. It cooks up quickly and, bonus, won’t heat up your kitchen!

Rich, creamy and satisfying, this Italian main course makes the most of premium ground pork and beef. A cheesy polenta, which stands in place of pasta, lends a unique twist.

Comfort food can't get much better than this flavor-filled noodle bowl, which incorporates chicken thigh meat, shitake mushrooms and your favorite Asian spices. Serve with hot sauce on the side for those who enjoy a little kick.

This chicken is simply bursting with flavor! Fresh squeezed orange juice meets the mellow flavor of thyme and the spicy notes of red pepper. Balanced out with the sweetness of honey, this dish is one everyone loves. Pair with delicata squash or your favorite seasonal veggies. Save yourself the hassle of peeling the squash and slice them into gorgeous rounds instead. Hint: If you add a bit of the glaze, some spray olive oil and flaky salt over your veggies, they will caramelize and crisp perfectly while they broil, which looks great and brings out the squash’s sweetness.

Crispy, crunchy and oh, so delicious, breaded chicken tenders are paired with two sauces: a Southwest-inspired dip and a sweet and spicy sauce flavored with peach preserves. Serve these at your next sports party or casual gathering of friends and family.

Wondering how to make the best cheesesteak sandwich? We think the answer comes in replacing thinly sliced beefsteak with chicken tenders and flavor with a buffalo-style dressing! This recipe comes together in minutes, which means it's a great option when you need to get dinner on the table quickly. And kids will love this cheesy, filling dish.

A refreshing end to a hot summer's day! In this recipe, grilled chicken is topped with a zesty salsa made from garden-fresh veggies and ripe mango. Add in your favorite taco toppings, wrap in warmed tortillas and enjoy with a cool and refreshing margarita.

The perfect main course for the holidays, a special occasion or a romantic dinner for two, this easy Beef Wellington recipe will become one of your favorites. Filets are topped with cararmelized onions and a Gorgonzola cheese compound butter before being wrapped in a delicate puff pastry.

The cozy combination of maple and bourbon is a timeless classic! Sweet and bold flavors balance each other out, and create a perfectly juicy Cornish hen. If you have never made Cornish hens before, it is incredibly easy! The hens taste exactly like the chicken you’re used to, but they cook faster and are perfect for individual servings. The kids always get a kick out of getting their “very own chicken!” for the first time, too. Serve these hens over a bed of rice, with a simple salad or both. If you have any leftovers, you can shred the meat and include it in delicious sandwiches, soups or over salads throughout the week! Do not worry about including bourbon in your recipe if you have children: All alcohol will cook off while the hens are baking. But, you can always leave it out, and still have a juicy, flavorful meal!

Appliance used: Ninja® Foodi® 2-Basket Air Fryer. If you prefer more heat, add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce.

Jim Perdue won his sweetheart by cooking up this classic chicken dish, an heirloom recipe passed down through the family. Give it a try this Valentine's Day or for any romantic occasion!

In this easy dinner recipe, crispy, oven-roasted Cornish hens are placed atop a bed of wild rice. A rich and creamy bacon and wild mushroom gravy, drizzled overtop, makes this dish a meal to remember.

This traditional French dish was originally prepared by grilling the tenderloin, which is quite lean, between two fattier pieces of meat that were then discarded. Today, we’ve learned to quickly sear the roast and then finish in a hot oven to rare or medium-rare. Serve roast with Bernaise sauce, or an easy red wine and mushroom sauce. Add a side of roasted new potatoes for a simple, yet elegant meal that's perfect for any special holiday.

This may be the best ever stuffed pork loin recipe! The ideal centerpiece to a fall harvest feast (or alternative to traditional Thanksgiving turkey), this pork loin roast melds the best of sweet and savory. Serve with a side of seasonal veggies and a glass of dry, crisp Riesling.

Love pizza but wish you could subtract the carbs? Here's a solution that's tasty and easy to make for lunch or dinner. Chicken tenders serve as your base - top with your favorite fixings and cook under the broiler. Ready in minutes!

This one-plate wonder incorporates tender, juicy and lean grass-fed beef with a saute of mushrooms and rainbow chard, a leafy green that's rich in nutrients, including vitamins K and A. The recipe cooks up quickly and is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

Dinner in one tasty dish! This baked potato recipe calls for a topping of Niman Ranch’s shredded beef or pulled pork and Tex-Mex toppings. Roast potatoes, stuff with zesty beef and savor.

Appliance used: Ninja® Foodi® 2-Basket Air Fryer. Tip: If you do not have pork rind crumbs or pork panko, make your own! Grab your favorite bag of flavored or unflavored pork rinds and crush them into small pieces. You can also substitute pork rind crumbs for almond flour.

This simple dish packs a lot of flavor in a fun yin and yang combo that will tempt your tastebuds. Maple and mustard wings, just like honey mustard pretzels, make the ultimate game food. To free up time, add all ingredients to a slow cooker and cook all day or overnight while you prepare for your game day party. This recipe is easy to prep in batches: Double up on ingredients and add to freezer bags. Let bags sit in the fridge overnight to marinate and then pop them in the freezer. To cook, defrost a bag at a time or add frozen contents to a slow cooker and cook all day.

These bites taste exactly like the honey sesame chicken from Panda Express, if not better! And since you can only get it a few weeks out of the year from them, why not whip up your own giant batch?! This recipe also freezes great! Spread out on a pan or cookie sheet, and freeze individually before placing in a freezer-safe container or bag. Then either place back in a pan or bake until heated through for a quick and easy meal. (You can also microwave, but you won’t get the same satisfying crunch.)

This flavor-infused chicken, marinated in a mixture of lemon, olive oil, garlic and herbs, is butterflied and grilled until crisp and juicy. Pair with a spinach salad and orzo for a nourishing meal.

Appliance used: Ninja® Foodi® 2-Basket Air Fryer. Tip: To increase your serving size, simply double or triple the ingredients.

Use the Ninja® Foodi™ Pressure Cooker to cook up this one-pot chicken and veggies dinner that marries the flavors of honey and soy.

This quick and easy lunchtime recipe is a great way to use up ripe summer strawberries. Top spinach salad with lightly breaded chicken tenders and your favorite berry vinaigrette.

This unique take on chicken tenders gives you all the crunch of traditional breading thanks to a gluten-free quinoa-Parmesan crust. Pair these baked tenders with your favorite dipping sauce and a side salad for a healthy, satisfying meal.

This stick-to-your-ribs recipe is a crowd pleaser, for sure! Green chiles and classic seasonings add just the right Tex-Mex flavor. Serve with sour cream, fresh lime wedges and seasoned tortilla strips.

Maitake mushrooms lend earthy flavor to these premium pork burgers, which taste best when grilled and served up with the accompanying Asian-style aioli.

Here’s how to make cornbread that’s good enough to slice, toast, slather with butter and eat on its own for lunch or dinner! Our recipe calls for spicy Andouille sausage and cayenne pepper - a savory twist on an American classic!

Appliance used: Ninja Foodi Smart XL Grill. If you are looking to save some calories, omit the oil on the steak. You can also use Greek-style yogurt in-lieu of butter.

Add a little Cajun flare to your weeknight dinner with this easy pasta recipe, which goes from start to finish in only 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick family meal, or even something more formal, this zesty dish is best served family style to show off the char of the blackened chicken. Got leftovers? Add a few teaspoons of milk or water to the pasta and microwave, tossing every 30 to 60 seconds until heated through.