12 Saucy Suppers Your Family Will Love

From Swedish meatballs to shrimp and grits, these saucy suppers are best served with buttered noodles, crusty bread, rice, or mashed potatoes to soak up every last drop of deliciousness.

Swedish Meatballs

These tender meatballs in a light cream sauce are usually served as an appetizer, but they are wonderful over buttered noodles for dinner.
Oven-Steamed Mussels with Garlic and White Wine

Served with crusty bread, mussels in a buttery, garlicky white wine broth make a simple and elegant supper.
Chicken Tikka Masala

This dish of yogurt-marinated broiled chicken in a creamy, spice-infused tomato sauce is a family favorite.
Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

Similar in taste to beef bourguignon, these red wine braised short ribs make a cozy yet elegant dish.
Filipino Chicken Adobo

Chicken simmered in a tangy sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar and coconut milk — this is the hallmark dish of the Philippines.
Shrimp and Grits

This shrimp and grits recipe incorporates bacon, which lends a nice smoky undertone — and there’s plenty of silky gravy for spooning over the grits.
Coq au Vin

Perfect for a chilly day, coq au vin is a hearty French stew of chicken braised in red wine with mushrooms and crisp pancetta.
Shakshuka

Shakshuka is a one-skillet dish of eggs poached in a smoky, spicy, vegetable-laden tomato sauce.
Beef Stew with Carrots & Potatoes

There aren’t many meals more comforting than this one. This classic beef stew recipe results in a rich deeply flavored broth and beef that’s incredibly tender.
Beef and Broccoli

When you’re craving Chinese food but don’t want to go out, this easy beef and broccoli is the answer.
Thai-Style Red Chicken Curry

This fragrant curry is a one-pan dish that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Moroccan Chicken Tagine

This traditional Moroccan dish of chicken braised with spices, garlic, onion, olives, and lemon is company-worthy yet easy to throw together.