There are a few things that are essential for a memorable dinner party: great appetizers, a cocktail or two (plus the right glassware for serving) and of course, dinner and dessert. If you’ve spent a lot of time working on the little details like drinks, decor and the cutest miniature treats then you’re in the right place—we’ve got all the no-stress mains you could ever need to finish up your menu, each one as impressive (and dinner party-worthy) as the next. Just take this Milanese specialty of cross-cut veal shanks, for example. It’s braised with vegetables and white wine which might seem complicated—but this recipe only requires 10 minutes of prep work. Most of the cooking is hands off. After you brown the veal shanks and puree the vegetales for the sauce, the heat takes care of the rest.

Here's an easy kitchen hack for traditional Greek spinach and cheese pies. A Bundt pan gives you a break from filling and folding all those individual triangles — and it turns a crispy appetizer into a showstopper that could pass as a main course.

A salad fit for a queen! This recipe was inspired by the original, which was made for Queen Elizabeth’s coronation luncheon in 1953. Studded with dried apricots and toasted almonds, the salad is finished with a curry cream sauce. It's sweet, crunchy, savory and has a hint of spice — and perfect to serve over lettuce or between bread for a satisfying sandwich.

Get double duty out of your Bundt pan by using it as a stand for roasting chicken and a pan for potatoes. The juices from the chicken slowly infuse flavor into the spuds while they cook.

Our fans can't resist Ina's beef Bourguignon — and your dinner guests won't be able to either. It's like beef stew with an elegant French accent.

This stick-to-your-ribs pasta dish comes together in under an hour, which is ideal for stress-free entertaining. Prepare the sauce before your guests arrive, then cook the fettuccine according to the label just a few minutes before everyone is seated for dinner.

Tyler's fajitas feature chipotle-marinated skirt steak, juicy peppers, onions, guacamole and warm flour tortillas, making it a definite crowd-pleaser.

"Once you've cut out the backbone and laid the chicken down, press on the top of the bird to flatten it that extra little bit — it makes for good even cooking," says Alex.

Tyler Florence dubbed this dish The Ultimate Lasagna with good reason: It's built in three generous layers of lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese and savory Bolognese sauce. If you can, prepare the Bolognese well in advance. That way, constructing the dish will be a breeze.