Baking

A bright, hearty vegan eggplant bolognese made in one pot. Perfect for late summer, with bold Italian-inspired flavor in 30 minutes.

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Aglio e olio is a Neapolitan pasta dish made with garlic, olive oil, and pantry staples. It's fast, flavorful, and endlessly versatile.

A rustic French pâté de campagne made with pork, chicken livers, and pistachios. Rich, flavourful, and far simpler to make at home than you'd expect.

A strong-willed recipe for fresh lemonade that skips simple syrup and leans tart. Perfect as-is or finished with seltzer, fruit, or bourbon.

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Sweet cherry tomatoes blistered with butter, garlic, and white wine, tossed with bucatini, burrata, and lemon garlic breadcrumbs.

Three Cup Chicken is a Taiwanese dish of chicken braised in a sweet-savoury soy sauce with garlic and ginger. Ready in 10 minutes.

A quick pantry pasta with canned tuna, sun dried tomatoes, capers, and a bright lemony herb finish. Ready on busy weeknights.

A rich, creamy garlic aioli made from scratch in a food processor. Ready in 5 minutes with just a handful of basic ingredients.

A simple, budget-friendly burger seasoning blend with smoky, savory flavor. Ready in seconds using spices you likely already have on hand.

A sweet and tangy honey mustard chicken salad made with rotisserie chicken, celery, and toasted almonds. Perfect for summer lunches and easy make-ahead meals.