My meatballs are messy, but in my book? Messy = perfect. Juicy, decadent and let’s not forget super cheesy, they are perfect for getting down with your messy side.

Call it salmon with coconut milk sauce or salmon with the "good juice", either way this salmon with a sauce so good it'll bring tears to your eyes is a salmon lover's dream. Baste it over some grilled salmon for a smoky finish and you have yourself a perfect bite of food in every way.

While these taters taste amazing with my braised short ribs, they’re perfect on their own or with your favorite main dish and/or veggies. Whatever your fancy, they are a unique twist on a classic and you just might have yourself a new favorite side dish.

Using a classic braising method, these short ribs are rich, complex and fork tender with a savory, slightly sweet gravy that you could just melt in. If you're as into braising as I am, you have to give these short ribs a try.

My Hungry Ali spin on this scrumptious chicken paillard, a Tyler Florence classic, is still as crispy, crunchy and well-seasoned ever. Finished with a perfect arugula salad and some juicy, pan-roasted tomatoes, it’s truly the ultimate meal.

Simple yet flavorful, these garlic herb prawns on the barbie are such a perfect summer treat. Pair them with a salad or saute of fresh veggies and it's a perfect summer meal for those hot nights when you want to keep it light on the cooking.

Light in flavor yet firm and meaty enough to withstand a hot grill and bold flavors, halibut is the perfect seafood for this punchy, Asian-style marinade. Loaded with a plethora of bold flavors, this marinade is not messing around!

Upon first bite, you will swear you are eating at a neighborhood bistro! Packed with warm spices, spicy yet cool yogurt sauce and creamy, decadent goat cheese and crisp arugula, all you need is a glass of jammy cab and you're good to go!

My roasted broccoli makes a guest appearance in this hearty, super simple pasta dish complete with zesty sun-dried tomatoes, bright and rich pesto and some earthy pecans for crunch. This pasta is just bursting with flavor!

Butternut Squash Risotto with crisp pancetta was the dish that made me fall in love with butternut squash to begin with. Creamy, rich and decadent, it's a real treat, my friends.

Butternut squash lasagna is one of those recipes that makes the people I love, and who know about this recipe, swoon. It's just that good. It's comforting, savory, slightly sweet, creamy, and, of course, cheesy.

If you ask me, a big bowl of carbs always pleases. A big bowl of carbs with bacon and cream sauce? Even better in my book! Rich and creamy yet surprisingly light, this carbonara is perfect for date night.

I've perfected my eggplant parm recipe to be quick, easy, and less messy, because a frying mess in your kitchen is simply no bueno. It's also great for entertaining, a date night or just a good, quick weeknight meal.