From air fryer lamb shanks and beef Wellington without mushrooms to beef gelatin guides, smoked rubs and cheesy birria — step-by-step recipes that turn everyday meat into a proper meal. Find your next one by cut, by method, or by craving.
Meet Chloe, founder of Meat & Melt
Great food doesn’t have to be complicated. At Meat & Melt I test and share reliable, crave-worthy meat recipes for the everyday home cook — from quick air fryer lamb to show-stopping beef Wellington and protein-rich beef gelatin treats. Every recipe is cooked and tested in my own kitchen before it goes live.
Cook it your way
Air Fryer Lamb Recipes
- Roast Lamb Shanks in Air Fryer (Fall-Off-the-Bone Recipe)
- Air Fryer Lamb Shanks
- Air Fryer Lamb Meatballs
- Air Fryer Lamb Steaks
Beef Wellington
- Traditional Beef Wellington Recipe
- Vegan Beef Wellington Recipe
- Beef Wellington Sauce Recipe
- Beef Wellington Puff Pastry Recipe
beef gelatin
- What Is Beef Gelatin, and How Do People Use It?
- Homemade Beef Gelatin Marshmallows Recipe (Halal-Friendly)
- What Is Beef Gelatin?
- What to Look for When Buying Beef Gelatin Powder
Smoked Meat Recipes
Birria Recipes
Wagyu Beef
- Wagyu Beef Cheek Recipe
- Braised Wagyu Beef Short Ribs
- Easy Wagyu Beef Sushi Recipe
- Wagyu Beef Meatballs
weeknight recipes
Beef Gelatin & Collagen
Our collagen corner — protein-rich gummies, jello and marshmallows, plus buying guides.
The recipes readers love most
What you’ll cook at Meat & Melt
Meat & Melt is built around the cuts and methods home cooks actually search for. Our most-loved guides are the air fryer lamb shanks and our beef Wellington without mushrooms — proof that “impressive” and “easy” can live in the same recipe.
Beef gelatin & collagen
Curious about collagen? Our beef gelatin guides cover everything from homemade jello with beef gelatin to gelatin gummies, plus the best beef gelatin powder to buy and what beef gelatin actually is.
Smoked, roasted and slow-cooked
For weekends and holidays, lean on our smoked ham rub, ham reheating guide, and our full collection of smoked meat recipes.
The “melt” in Meat & Melt
And when you want something rich and cheesy, our birria tacos and guide to the best cheese for birria tacos deliver that crispy, melty bite every time.
Meat & Melt FAQ
How long does it take to cook lamb shanks in an air fryer?
Most air fryer lamb shanks need around 30–35 minutes with a sear-then-cook approach, depending on size. See our full air fryer lamb shanks recipe for exact times and temperatures.
Can you make beef Wellington without mushrooms?
Yes. Caramelized onions make an excellent mushroom-free duxelles substitute, keeping the pastry from going soggy while adding savory depth. Follow our beef Wellington without mushrooms recipe.
What can you make with beef gelatin?
Beef gelatin makes protein-rich homemade jello, chewy gummies and marshmallows. See our beef gelatin guides, plus how to choose the best beef gelatin powder.