Ronan Crestwell

Ronan Crestwell
Ronan Crestwell
Hearty Dinners, Comfort Food & Lunches

Hundreds of recipes by Ronan Crestwell – hearty dinners, soups, bakes and lunches.

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Ronan Crestwell's recipes are built around the food people reach for when they want to be properly fed: creamy soups, baked potato dishes, casseroles, sandwiches, pasta salads and party-sized snacks like sausage balls and cowboy queso. Most of his work sits in Dinner, with a strong second helping in Lunch and a handful of breakfast dishes.

What sets his recipes apart is their range of scale. You will find a chicken noodle soup that comes together in about 40 minutes, a chicken congee for four, a twice baked potato casserole for eight and a queso made for a crowd of fifteen. He also puts leftovers to work, such as turning brisket into a flaky pasty, so a big cook-up can stretch across several meals.

Dishes lean Southern and American classic, but they are written for ordinary home kitchens and everyday ingredients. If you want substantial food without a long shopping list, browse his recipes and pick the one that fits tonight's table.

Latest recipes:

Elote Pasta Salad with Charred Corn

Elote Pasta Salad

4.60 (5 Ratings)

A smoky and creamy side dish is this Elote Pasta Salad. High heat char on the corn adds a zesty pop to your lunch. Try this hearty recipe today.

Alfredo Sauce Without Heavy Cream with Parmesan

Alfredo Sauce Without Heavy Cream

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Whisk a flour roux into warm milk, then stir in Parmesan for a thick Alfredo Sauce Without Heavy Cream. Ready in 17 minutes, thickened by the roux.

Creamy Lemon Garlic Hummus No Tahini

Garlic Hummus No Tahini

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Home cooks out of sesame paste can make Garlic Hummus No Tahini at home. Reserved chickpea liquid and olive oil give a smooth, lemony dip in 10 minutes.

Savoury Steak Pie with Beef Chuck

Savoury Steak Pie

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Midday meals often lack fuel. Idleon Recipe: The Grand Gatherers Savoury Steak Pie fixes this, with a beef cut comparison table to help you choose.

Bacalhau a Bras: Hearty Portuguese Scramble

Bacalhau a Bras

4.57 (7 Ratings)

Ready in 24h 35min, this Bacalhau a Bras Authentic Portuguese Comfort Scramble is a briny treat. It includes an ingredient role table to help you swap flavors.

Buttery Rustic Tomato Galette

Rustic Tomato Galette

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Home cooks craving a savory lunch will love this Rustic Tomato Galette. An ingredient swap table helps you ensure a flaky crust and jammy tomatoes.

Easy Tomato Pasta Salad with Mozzarella

Easy Tomato Pasta Salad

4.80 (5 Ratings)

Dress the steaming noodles first to lock in flavor for this Easy Tomato Pasta Salad. Get a breakdown in the logic behind the flavor in 20 minutes.

Classic Tomato Sandwich in 5 Minutes

Classic Tomato Sandwich

4.25 (4 Ratings)

Ready in 5 minutes, this Classic Tomato Sandwich stays hearty. The Why This Method Works section explains how to avoid soggy bread for a satisfying meal.

Basil Tomato Sandwich with Sourdough

Basil Tomato Sandwich

4.50 (4 Ratings)

Ready in 40 minutes, this Basil Tomato Sandwich features fresh mozzarella. Learn about putting the sandwich together to keep the bread from getting soggy.

Italian White Bean Tomato Salad

White Bean Tomato Salad

4.00 (1 Ratings)

White Bean Tomato Salad provides a hearty plant-based meal. Learn why these ingredients work for a bright flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes for lunch.

Classic Caprese Salad in 15 Minutes

Classic Caprese Salad

4.00 (1 Ratings)

Tomatoes often leak water, making dressing slide off. This Classic Caprese Salad manages moisture for a hearty result, with a table on what each ingredient…

Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes in 15 Minutes

Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes

5.00 (3 Ratings)

Ready in 15 minutes, Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes are a hearty choice. This guide includes quick recipe specifications to help you banish the afternoon slump.

High-Protein Tomato Lentil Soup

Tomato Lentil Soup

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Check out the quick cooking specs for a meal that satisfies. This Tomato Lentil Soup is for anyone wanting a filling, hearty lunch that fuels the day.

Crispy Tomato Puff Tart

Tomato Puff Tart with Goat Cheese

4.00 (6 Ratings)

Learn the truth about sogginess to ensure a crisp crust. This Tomato Puff Tart is for anyone craving a savory French appetizer with goat cheese.

Crispy Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Tomato

Grilled Cheese with Tomato

4.50 (2 Ratings)

A gooey melt with a golden crust is this Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Tomato. Get quick details for your melt to ensure a crisp result every time.

Heirloom Tomato Salad with Fresh Basil

Heirloom Tomato Salad

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Fresh basil, olive oil, and heirloom tomatoes make this Heirloom Tomato Salad. It includes quick recipe specs and takes 30 minutes to prepare.

Fresh Tomato Soup: Roasted and Creamy

Fresh Tomato Soup

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Many tomato soups taste canned or flat. This Fresh Tomato Soup uses roasting for deep flavor and includes a component purpose table for easy swaps.

Roasted Tomato Soup: Deep Savory Depth

Roasted Tomato Soup

5.00 (5 Ratings)

Roma tomatoes, garlic, and onion create this Roasted Tomato Soup. It includes the Why the Texture Works section and takes 60 minutes total.

Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Caprese Pasta Salad

4.80 (5 Ratings)

Pasta salads often become bland as dressing pools at the bottom. This Caprese Pasta Salad uses ridged noodles to catch the sauce and explains what makes this…

Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Tomato Basil Soup

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Many midday meals feel bland and uninspiring. This Tomato Basil Soup uses toasted paste for deep flavor and includes an ingredient role table.

Caprese Salad Skewers: Fresh and Zesty

Caprese Salad Skewers

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Zesty and creamy Caprese Salad Skewers. This guide includes the section Steps to Assemble for a clean build. Great Caprese Salad Appetizers for parties.

Spooky Halloween Deviled Eggs: Party-Ready

Deviled Eggs for 24 Servings

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Halloween party hosts will love these Deviled Eggs. The section Why This Recipe Works explains how to achieve a rich, silky-smooth filling for guests.

Garlic Witch Finger Breadsticks

Witch Finger Breadsticks

4.60 (5 Ratings)

Want to make Witch Finger Breadsticks for your party? These savory Halloween party appetizers are ready fast and include helpful presentation tips.

Spider Web Taco Dip: Creamy

Spider Web Taco Dip

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Creamy, savory layers and a crisp sour-cream web make Spider Web Taco Dip. Recipe Specs share 30-minute timing and 10 servings for easy party planning.

Pumpkin Shaped Cheese Ball with Cheddar

Creamy Cheese Ball

5.00 (1 Ratings)

Tangy and creamy Cheese Ball. This guide includes an ingredient swap table to help you customize flavors. Great for your next Halloween party.