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Chorizo

Chili Meatballs in Black Bean and Tomato Sauce

Smoky ancho chiles add heft to the beef meatballs in this recipe, which are topped with addictively crispy crumbled chorizo just before serving.

Chorizo Bolognese with Buffalo Mozzarella

Using chorizo in place of beef means this cheater’s Bolognese is ready in less than 15 minutes (but still packed with flavor).

Sheet-Pan Paella with Chorizo, Mussels, and Shrimp

This classic Spanish dish comes together in a snap when cooked on a baking sheet.

Chipotle Chicken Tostadas

Spicy Mexican chorizo adds richness to tinga, a tomatoey shredded-chicken tostada topping.

Seared Cod With Potato and Chorizo Foil Pack Dinner

Make this your night one camp-out dinner, when the fish is freshest.

Steamed Mussels with Tomato and Chorizo Broth

Don't Move a Mussel—Seriously—this one-pot dinner is that easy. Sweet cherry tomatoes, earthy chorizo, and a splash of wine do the heavy lifting.

Freekeh Paella with Clams and Almond Aioli

Fair to say we're pretty much obsessed with this nut-based (egg-free!) aioli. Try it with walnuts, too.

Cornbread, Chorizo, Cherry, and Pecan Stuffing

Store-bought cornbreads can be very sweet; taste before using, or omit the sugar from your favorite recipe.

Brussels Sprout Leaves with Chorizo and Toasted Almonds

A Spanish twist on brussels and bacon done in the style of a stir-fry. Wait till the last minute to pull this dish together, but have everything prepped and ready to go ahead of time.

Chorizo-Lemon Butter

Charred Octopus Taco with Harissa, Chorizo Crushed Potatoes, and Pickled Ramps

These tacos combine tender grilled octopus with spiced harissa and piquant chorizo potatoes and are finished with the acidic bite of quick-pickled ramps.

Beans and Sausage

Earn bragging rights by seeking out the bittersweet choricero pepper and traditional blood sausage to cook with, or use the other ingredients we've suggested—this homey dish will still taste superb.

Creamy Queso with Chorizo

In defense of Velveeta: Its texture is supreme.

Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Frittata

The frittata will be easier to remove from the skillet if it sits for a few minutes—the top will deflate and the edges will pull away from the pan.

Pasta with Chorizo and Chickpeas

As co-chefs, Hudman and Ticer see each other daily, but the old friends still cook together on days off. "Andy does the steak," says Hudman, "and I do the pasta."

Cod With Chorizo and Breadcrumbs

Adding vinegar to the chorizo topping cuts the richness of the sausage and brightens the entire dish.

Littleneck Clams with New Potatoes and Spring Onions

New potatoes are freshly dug and have tender skins; wash them gently so that they don't tear. If they're hard to find, any small potato or fingerling variety will work.

Chorizo and White Bean Stew

If you can't find fresh chorizo, use any fresh sausage. For less heat, choose a sweet (mild) Italian sausage.