Cooking method
Baked Sunday dinners
Baking here means the dish is assembled cold and finished by ambient oven heat — gratins, casseroles, tarts, anything that goes in as components and comes out as one thing. It is the most make-ahead-friendly method on the list, because the assembly and the cooking are genuinely separable steps.
12 plans in the Sunday Gallery.
What baked plans look like
Most common mains
- chicken4
- vegetarian4
- fish2
- egg1
- pork1
How they're cooked
- Baked12
Cuisines
- Japanese2
- Mexican2
- American1
- Brazilian1
- Indian1
The plans
- Mediterranean · vegetarianMediterranean Night: Stuffed Eggplants & Warm Couscous
Roasted eggplants filled with a spiced chickpea-tomato ragù, finished with olives and preserved lemon for a savory, slightly briny centerpiece; warm turmeric couscous, cooling cucumber-yogurt tzatziki, and hot za'atar skillet flatbreads complete the table. The menu balances bold North African spices and Levantine accents while staying family-friendly and quick enough for a single cook to execute in a window under two hours.
- Spanish · eggAndalusian Weeknight Supper
Rustic Andalusian flavors centred on baked Huevos a la Flamenca — runny yolks in a smoky-tomato and chorizo cradle — with a room-temperature escalivada of roasted peppers and aubergine, fresh pan con tomate and a simple sherry vinaigrette salad; kid-friendly sparkling orange agua fresca and a Rioja Reserva for the adults round the meal.
- Brazilian · vegetarianBrazilian Sunday-Style Escondidinho Supper
A comforting Brazilian vegetarian escondidinho of creamy mashed mandioca crowned with a savory sautéed mushroom ragu, paired with fragrant white rice, toasty farofa, quick sautéed couve and a bright vinagrete—finished table-side with a caipirinha and a cooling limonada suíça. The menu balances homey textures and Bahia-inspired brightness so the whole family sits down together.
- Scandinavian & Nordic · vegetarianNordic Potato & Västerbotten Tart Supper
A quietly assertive Scandinavian weeknight supper centered on a golden Västerbotten potato tart — creamy, nutty cheese folded into thinly sliced potatoes on a crisp pastry — paired with mustardy new potatoes, bright quick-pickles, and a caramel-tinged lingonberry glaze. Simple, textural contrasts and pantry-forward Nordic flavors make this worth pausing the evening for.
- Italian · vegetarianTuscan Weeknight Vegetarian Supper
A warm, family-friendly Italian supper centered on oven-baked melanzane rollatini—ricotta-filled eggplant rolls in a bright tomato ragù—supported by crisp crostini, garlicky broccolini and a simple mascarpone-and-berries dessert. Honest techniques, clearly staged oven and stovetop work, and a Chianti pairing make this dinner worth sitting down for.
- Japanese · fishTokyo Family Supper
A balanced, home-style Japanese weeknight-to-weekend menu centered on oven-glazed teriyaki salmon, accompanied by miso soup, freshly steamed short-grain rice and crisp cucumber sunomono — clean flavors, child-friendly seasoning, and one finish-to-order protein so every plate arrives bright and warm.
- Mexican · chickenMexican Family Fiesta
Experience vibrant Mexican flavors with comforting chicken enchiladas, freshly made guacamole, and a zesty corn salad, crowned by a refreshing agua fresca.
- Mexican · chickenMexican Fiesta Dinner
Delight in a vibrant array of Mexican flavors featuring classic chicken enchiladas, smoky elote, and refreshing agua de Jamaica, completed with a crisp Mexican lager.
- Latin American · chickenLatin American Fiesta
This vibrant Latin American feast features zesty chicken enchiladas paired with refreshing avocado salad and arroz rojo, all complemented by a tangy lime agua fresca and crisp cerveza.
- Indian · chickenIndian Spice Harmony
Delight in a balancing act of rich flavors and vibrant spices, with each dish crafted to showcase the essence of Indian cuisine.
- Japanese · fishJapanese Family Dinner
Delve into the delightful flavors of Japan with a harmonious blend of traditional dishes and refreshing beverages, perfect for the entire family to relish.
- American · porkAll-American Picnic Feast
Enjoy a classic All-American picnic spread with succulent BBQ ribs, creamy coleslaw, and warm cornbread, perfectly paired with a refreshing iced tea and a crisp lager.
Cuisines that cook this way
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