Enjoy this spicy, stew-y dinner over rice or with parathas.…

This classic Lebanese dish of rice, lentils, and caramelized onions is deeply nourishing and flavorful.…

Paula Disbrowe's answer to a better grain salads this summer is fresh vegetables and smoked grains.…

This sweet salad is filled with chopped apples, grapes, celery, and walnuts…

This salad, a riff on that beloved summer staple, tomato caprese, is so delightful, you may eschew tradition and go with this fruit-meets-savory composition all season long. I’m telling you, this me…

This week in Gatherings from The Kitchn, we’re sharing the details of an Italian Polenta Supper featuring lots of toppings, like hearty braised beef, on a bed of creamy cornmeal polenta. For a light…

A big platter of succotash is a celebration of all the vibrant vegetables coming into season: sweet corn, baby lima beans, ripe red tomatoes, and tender okra.…

With the arrival of warmer weather, switch from a heavier baked potato soup to a light and elegant potato leek soup.…

The iconic Philly cheesesteak sandwich is given the pull-apart slider treatment, complete with a double layer of cheese, tender sautéed onions and peppers, and thinly sliced beef.…

Matar paneer is the definition of a party dish. It’s the sort of thing that you can serve to anyone—it looks really pretty and is always a crowd-pleaser.…

A recipe for creamy broccoli-cheddar risotto that's both family-friendly and fit for a weeknight…

i recently spent a few days with Najmieh Batmanglij — known to many as the “Queen of Persian Cooking” — who opened me up to the cooking of her native Iran, and in particular to a rice dish cal…

This buttery caramelized cabbage isn't just perfect with pasta — try it piled onto toast, with eggs, or in sandwiches and wraps…

when the dimmer seasons turn you inward toward big pots of braising things or simmering batches of slow-cooker meals, match those recipes with a sturdy side dish that won’t cower behind their homey …

This crowd-pleasing dish is packed with heat, herbs and spices, and a few unexpected ingredients — like ketchup, mustard, and New Zealand sharp cheddar cheese.…

Pineapple and coconut give this creamy and refreshing whipped lemonade tropical vacation vibes. …

A quick kale salad with shredded cabbage, apple cider-mustard vinaigrette, and a savory crunchy topping…

This easy salad is perfect as a quick side dish any day of the week.…

The best method for cooking pinto beans is also the easiest.…

It’s hard to resist eating the whole tray of this zucchini covered in a layer of crispy Parmesan cheese.…

Can we all agree that green bean fries are a modern miracle? I love a zucchini stick as much as anyone, but I love a green bean even more, and am sincerely thrilled that this trend has made its way in…

These easy frozen peanut butter bars combine a chocolate cookie crust with a fluffy peanut butter filing for a simple no-bake treat everyone will love.…

Eggs are my go-to breakfast, and though I often eat quickly fried eggs with just a slice of sprouted grain toast, this scramble is actually my favorite way to have them. I also eat eggs more often whe…

It's about time to think of ripe green tomatoes as dessert fruit. They are tart and firm and take on flavors really well.…

A saucy combination of cheese and fried carbs with obligatory crudités for freshness, these fries encapsulate the key components of a game day spread into one dish.…

Classic green bean casserole gets a new-school twist with lemony za’atar and nutty tahini…

Homemade green goddess dressing with farm fresh herbs, fresh lemon juice and avocado will have you feeling like a goddess in no time.…

The basil they had at the market was called “sacred basil.” It was flowering, so it was too pretty not to buy. I blended these items in my food processor with avocado (for added creaminess), plus …

This make-ahead dessert tastes just like an ice cream sundae in seven sweet layers…

i know some folks have a soft spot for old-fashioned green bean casserole, but I find it too goopy for my tastes. Here’s a Thanksgiving-worthy alternative that’s fresh, zippy, and a nice counterp…

I’ve only cooked for a really big crowd (a hundred people or more) a few times, but I’ve learned the hard way that one of the keys to success has less to do with the cooking techniques and more to…

This homemade relish is packed with sweet, vinegary, spicy flavor, and is delicious piled onto just about any sandwich or roasted meat you're serving up this summer.…

This refreshing summer treat couldn’t be easier to make.…

This velvety cheese dip pairs perfectly with soft pretzel bites.…

During our month devoted to the glory of vegetables, we wanted to call out a few common yet perhaps under-appreciated vegetables and show a fresh, diverse set of ways to enjoy them. Last week, it was …

This chocolate-banana smoothie gets a handful of greens mixed in to start the morning off with a serving of vegetables…

Roasted Brussels sprouts get leveled up with chili crisp, panko, and Parm.…

As summer slowly winds down and with only a handful of grilling weekends left, it’s time to savor some hot-weather favorites — like this twist on the classic iced tea. Kick off your Labor Day week…

his is my favorite smoothie to make in the morning. It’s an easy way to sneak some greens in without eating a salad. I make a bunch of smoothie packets for my freezer in advance – like 14 of them …

reen smoothies get a lot of attention for “detox” or “cleanse” purposes, but I offer this recipe simply because it’s delicious. Packed with immune-boosting ingredients — like spinach, pear…

Toss roasted carrots in a sticky honey-garlic glaze and you have the best side dish ever.…

Do you like piña colada? Then you’ll love this nutritious take on the classic. With its fresh coconut and no added sugar, you won’t feel guilty about enjoying this smoothie everyday. My friend Al…

Fresh green beans are stir-fried until blistered, then tossed with tangy pickled shallots and topped with crunchy, salty breadcrumbs…

Your new favorite Southern casserole.…

My mother-in-law, a wonderful all-around cook, is especially known for her salads. While the ingredients vary a little each time she tosses one together, over time I’ve started to notice several top…

Move over kale salads. Collard greens are having a moment.…

When developing recipes for The Kitchn, it’s easy to focus on main dishes and ignore the simplest side salads and sautéed greens, thinking they are too slight, too basic to mention in any detail. B…

e tend to spend a whole lot of time thinking about what to make for dinner — far more than we do for breakfast or lunch — but it’s a meal just like the rest. Sometimes, that overthinking isn’t…

These delicately thin and crispy cookies — made of almond flour, butter, and brown sugar — add elegance to the holiday cookie plate.…

Composed of whole grains and seasonal vegetables and herbs, cool grain salads make a satisfying lunch, picnic, or side dish. We could probably subsist on them all spring and summer long! Here’s a br…

Are your snacks and hors d’oeuvres starting to feel a little stale? This fast take on homemade pita chips will blow bagged varieties out of the kitchen. Just a few minutes in the oven and you’ll b…

An easy recipe for a classic strawberry smoothie made with fresh strawberries, banana, and Greek yogurt…

This creamy, herby cheese spread comes from Lyon in France and tastes like homemade boursin cheese. …

This homemade spread is light, but boasts a strong mint and lemon flavor…

This vegetarian soup is supremely satisfying, thanks to a winning combination of veggies, herbs, beans, and grains…

Dinner is always infinitely more exciting when there are biscuits. Flaky, buttermilk, or drop, I don’t really care — just bring home the biscuits! Taking the time to work with cold butter and roll…

Every cook needs a foolproof biscuit recipe. This version is just that, along with a welcome addition of yogurt, fresh herbs and black pepper.…

This lighter take on macaroni and cheese packs in the veggies and wraps it all up in a creamy Greek yogurt-goat cheese sauce.…

On the nights I'm craving salad for dinner but also want a meal that's warm & comforting, these BBQ tofu & roasted vegetable bowls hit the spot.…

We’ve received a lot of requests over the years for healthy, portable meals. With busy lifestyles that juggle sports, after-school activities, and late nights in the office, it’s no wonder that pe…

Give black bean soup time to simmer low and slow, deepening and building flavor with every minute, and you’ve got a delicious meal on your hands. That’s why the slow cooker is always my top choice…

The tomato tart is a classic summer dish. It stands alone as a great appetizer, makes a light brunch with an egg on top, or supports the lead as a charming side dish with grilled chicken or seafood. I…

To get a head start: The dessert can be prepared up to 4 hours ahead. Add a dash more liqueur to the figs reserved for the garnish, if necessary.…

Cardamom makes this traditional strawberry cobbler with a drop biscuit topping sing.…

Weeknight-friendly sweet potatoes stuffed with chipotle black beans, avocado, cilantro, and chipotle yogurt.…

A light and fresh dessert of mixed berries marinated in balsamic vinegar and topped with honey-sweetened yogurt.…

A quick 5-ingredient pasta dinner filled with broccoli and cheese that's made in just one pot.…

Slow cooker apple pie dump cake is everything you love about warm apple filling with a gooey, cake-like topping, and it comes together with 3 ingredients.…

An easy apple dessert that looks like you worked harder than you did.…

These saucy, spiced chickpea bowls with kale, avocado, and a runny-yolked egg are all the proof you need that comfort food can also be healthy.…

This hearty and wholesome take on nachos leans on smashed black beans, tangy Greek yogurt, and guac to make it satisfying enough for dinner time.…

A step-by-step guide to making the very best classic lemon poppy seed muffins…

A simple, no-rise flatbread dough is grilled until crispy, then topped with hummus and a fresh cucumber-tomato salad.…

This vegetarian white bean chili is a warm weather rendition of a cold weather classic…

Freezer-friendly peach pie smoothie packs you can prep on the weekend and make all throughout the week.…

Freezer-friendly blueberry-banana smoothie packs you can prep on the weekend and make all throughout the week…

Freezer-friendly strawberry-mango smoothie packs you can prep on the weekend and make all throughout the week.…

This herbaceous, aromatic Persian soup is made with barley, lentils, rice, beans, and spices.…

This twist on Turkish eggs features crispy fried eggs and garlicky wilted kale on a bed of Greek yogurt, all topped with a smoky sage butter sauce.…

Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies made with canned pumpkin and warm baking spices.…

These breakfast hand pies, almost like miniature calzones, are filled with scrambled eggs and scallions, then topped with everything bagel seasoning.…

Everything you need to know about making sourdough bread from scratch.…

Nine times out of ten, when you see fennel salad on a restaurant menu, it is simply shaved with lemon, olive oil and Parmesan cheese — a classic, foolproof combination to be sure, but if I’m going…

Easy cinnamon-sugar donuts made in the air fryer, ready in just 10 minutes.…

I’m a sucker for an unfussy cake, the kind of cake that you can whip up in an hour or less without any extra trips to the grocery store, one that is special enough to serve to guests, but homey enou…

This is not tzatziki. We know it looks like tzatziki. And before you ask, “How many cucumber-yogurt sauces does one really need, anyway?” Let us explain the difference……

The secret to better garlic bread? Lots of cheese, a little bit of mayo (yes, really), and scallions.…

Instantly travel to France with these caramelized, buttery, and extra flaky pastries.…

A bowl of chocolate mousse is a decadent treat, but a double-layered chocolate mousse cake with a cookie crust is next level.…

Puff pastry is made from hundreds of paper-thin layers of butter trapped between hundreds of paper-thin layers of dough. In the oven, the liquid in both the butter and the dough rapidly evaporates, pu…

These stunning rolls feature a soft, yeasted dough, warm brown sugar filling with a layer of blueberry sauce, and a drizzle of blueberry cream cheese glaze.…

With only four ingredients, this French-style apple tart is even easier than apple pie.…

How to make crispy, oven-baked eggplant fries with a super-simple breading and a creamy interior…

You'll want to start every summer morning with this thirst-quenching smoothie…

A lemon-oregano dressing coats every bite of this no-lettuce chickpea salad with punchy, bright flavors.…

A simple weeknight pasta recipe that uses Greek yogurt to create a creamy, Alfredo-like sauce…

An easy, no-cook recipe for creamy panna cotta made with Greek yogurt…

This recipe, made entirely with Greek yogurt, is thick and creamy yet simultaneously light and tangy…

This soup is a riff on the Greek avgolemono: a delicious concoction of beaten eggs and lemon juice, whisked into broth and cooked just enough to thicken. While I borrowed the egg and lemon motif, I al…

do you know (and love) the Greek dish of spanakopita? Flaky layers of phyllo dough with soft greens and sharp feta in between — pastry and flavor in every bite. It’s a favorite here, but I don’t…

These two-bite appetizers are filled with garlicky greens, dill, feta, and just a bit of rice to hold all the good stuff together.…

With briny feta crumbles, crunchy toasted walnuts, and zippy herbs, this chopped kale salad tastes just like spanakopita, the iconic Greek savory pie…

I love hosting my friends for special occasions, whether for birthdays or simple rooftop hangs. When designing the menu, I often need to remember the importance of simple salads. Sure, grilled pork be…

When cucumbers are blistered in a pan, the floral freshness combines with a savory crisp crust. We've topped them with a spicy sprinkle inspired by dukkah, a Middle Eastern seasoning…

This Middle Eastern dip, which originated in Aleppo, Syria, features roasted red peppers, walnuts, and tangy pomegranate molasses…

Our guide to the best fattoush salad with sumac-toasted pita, juicy tomatoes, and a lush, lemony vinaigrette.…

This herbaceous, aromatic Persian soup is made with barley, lentils, rice, beans, and spices…

The light, crisp, cream-filled Afghan pastry horns were bought from special patisseries known as kulchah feroshees. They are usually served during celebrations such as Eid or for birthdays.…

This twist on the classic Middle Eastern salad is main dish-worthy thanks to the addition of hot smoked salmon and lots of salty feta cheese crumbles.…

These slice-and-bake cookies reveal a snowy Christmas tree decked out with twinkly lights…

My Easter meal this past weekend was a fusion menu between my own cultural heritage of Eastern European food (fried rolls, rich sweet bread) and Indian cuisine (tandoori-spiced leg of lamb, sunny yell…

We’re new to curries and taking it in baby steps. We developed this quicker, weeknight curry using several of our favorite recipes. It uses a lot of ingredients and spices that we already have in ou…

Here’s a simple curry that can stay vegetarian (vegan even) or, with the simple addition of some shrimp or chicken, make a fine dish for the carnivore. The most important thing is that this deliciou…

We’ve all probably tried a mango lassi at our favorite Indian restaurant, but have you ever tasted a papaya lassi? Full of sweetness and tang, this dreamy drink will cool you off and transport you t…

Ihave a secret love affair with peas. Yes, I love them in their fresh-from-the-pod form, but during the winter months, I use their frozen cousins. I spice them in my favorite manner, similar to a dish…

Basic Indian Recipe: Sweet & Savory Pineapple Raita…

It’s so easy, and it reheats like a dream.…

Earlier this year, I couldn’t wait to share the UK edition of Nigel Slater’s The Kitchen Diaries II with you, even though the book was a little hard to pick up here in the United States. But now t…

Oh, do I ever have a sauce for you today! Raita is just the sort of cooling, contrasting sauce that all of your summer grilling food needs. Warm with cumin, and studded with crisp cucumber and fresh c…

If you love roasted cauliflower (or are always on the lookout for new cauliflower recipes), you must try melting your cauliflower. Melting cauliflower takes inspiration from the brilliant technique us…

This intensely garlicky tomato soup is layered with spices for a sniffle-kicking soup that will give you a massive dose of Vitamin C to ward off that cold.…

When I was growing up, my mom had a popular phrase she’d say in Arabic when she liked something, and it loosely translates to “just like pistachios.” She would say this about all kinds of dishes…

A recipe for Indian shrikhand parfait, from the cookbook Milk & Cardamom by Hetal Vasavada…

l ove to fill my plate with a variety of vegetable sides, yet the rest of my household remains unconvinced. Broccoli is the natural place to start because the treelike stalks are as fun to look at as …

A not-so-average Thanksgiving cranberry sauce with just the right amount of sweet ness and tartness.…

This 4-ingredient Indian spice paste is an easy-to-make all-purpose flavor booster. Use it in stews or gravies, or as a marinate for fish or chicken.…

This gnocchi recipe very quickly has become our very favorite sheet pan dinner. We just can’t get enough. It’s easy, quick, and delicious — it’s hard to beat a dish like this. We love a good s…

Sooji halwa is a halwa made with semolina flour, ghee, and sugar that's topped with dried fruit and chopped nuts. It's a cozy and comforting warm dessert.…

This cheesy French onion garlic bread is the best of both worlds, combining garlic bread and French onion soup, with none of the hassle. With just a few ingredients and a little help from the grocery …

This flavor-packed stuffed eggplant becomes a satisfying meal when served with rice, naan, or roti, which also helps soak up all the delicious sauce…

We’re deep in the throes of my favorite time of year: tomato tart season. There is no better time to make a tomato tart than when we’re deep in summer and tomatoes are so perfectly ripe you can sm…

This chaat recipe involves the making of lentil fritters (wada), soaking them in a creamy yogurt (dahi) sauce, and then serving them with a variety of spicy and sweet chutneys.…

It seems like cottage cheese is making its comeback, appearing in everything from high-protein omelettes to creamy pasta sauces and even velvety cheesecakes. It adds richness and has such a lovely smo…

Most popularly found in the state of Maharashtra, India, dahi batata puri is a form of chaat served with yogurt (dahi), potatoes (batata), and puris (crispy puffs).…

Stuffing is one of those essential Thanksgiving side dishes that I always look forward to. It’s golden and crisp on top, soft and flavorful inside, and perfect for soaking up gravy. This version tak…

Sweet, spiced, fried, saffron-soaked, and deeply satisfying — gulab jambu is the MVP of Indian desserts.…

Melting cabbage is cabbage at its absolute best. If you’ve previously written off this vegetable as destined only for slaw or soup, then this recipe will change your mind. Think of it as the veget…

Jammy sweet cherries bubble and bake under a blanket of lemon and brown sugar crispy oat topping.…

When I visited cookbook author and blogger Mallika Basu at her home in London last year, I found her ready and waiting to whip up a batch of pudla, chickpea crepes with cilantro, green chili, and ging…

Whether you follow a gluten-free or low-carb diet — or simply want a new way to eat pizza — cauliflower crust is the answer. The problem is, most of them suck. They take forever to make and yield …

Pour it over everything.…

There is nothing this simple, punchy marinade can’t do. Make it once and I guarantee it’ll be a mainstay in your meal plan — no matter what’s for dinner. With just the right balance of tart le…

Like the boxed stuff, but so much better. This is the only stuffing recipe you'll need on Thanksgiving — or any day…

I spent three days of my holiday break on a quest to make the perfect French onion soup, beginning from scratch with the beef stock. And while it was incredible, it is not very often that I have the t…

This one-bowl apple crisp recipe is packed with lightly sweetened, warmly spiced apples and finished with a buttery oat topping.…

A comforting bake of tender broccoli in a creamy sauce, topped with buttery breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese…

These 2-ingredient cheese straws will be a hit at your holiday party.…

Step-by-step guide to making an easy, yet decadent, chocolate pie.…

How do you make no-knead bread even easier? Make no-knead pizzas instead. As Jeff Hertzberg and Zoë François say in the introduction to their newest cookbook, “If you have a batch of our stored do…

What makes a good lunch? Our readers offer a litany of recurring requests: Let it be easy to make ahead. Let it be interesting, so that I do not get bored. Let it be OK to sit in my backpack, or my ca…

Sometimes the simplest thing are the best. This is especially true at the very end of summer, when tomatoes, eggplant, and other late vegetables are finally in their prime. A quick weeknight meal can …

There’s quite a debate going at our earlier post about sweet versus savory cornbread. It seems like many of you feel strongly about the matter! Well, for those of you who love the savory stuff, here…

Along with the typical back-to-school and fall-is-in-the-air vibe, for me September has always been a time to eat as many Italian prune plums as possible. My mother made it so: an end of summer requir…

This homestyle white gravy is quick to make and tastes delicious on everything from biscuits to country fried steak.…

Editor’s Note: If you’ve cooked this beloved recipe before, it might look a little different these days! We recently improved it to make it even easier to follow and more delicious.…

This is a Restaurant Reproduction from Little Giant, a wonderful little restaurant on the Lower East Side serving “Seasonal American” food. Sautéing the beet greens in the pancetta may not be how…

Sometimes you need a white sauce for pizza, since some toppings do better on a mild, creamy base. I like to top the white sauce with artichokes, roasted garlic, capers and Romano cheese.…

My husband is a scientist, which might sound nerdy and even dreary, in an academic institutional sort of way, but I think what he does is fascinating — and it also takes us to some pretty wonderful …

It’s hard to say nice things about Chicago in the winter. It’s cold. Like really cold. And it can leave you feeling cooped up and crazy. But the one undeniably wonderful thing about the endless fr…

Every fall, the squash calls begin again. They’re part of the season, like apple cider donuts and the colds that come from tromping around without a warm-enough coat. They start off just coming here…

Even without the rhubarb, tomato dumplings are a mystery to those who didn’t grow up eating them. They are an old-fashioned favorite of some grandmas and meat-and-three diners. Juicy canned tomatoes…

When you’re planning a date night in, you want recipes that deliver on flavor and presentation, but don’t take all evening to prepare. This recipe for Parmesan roasted zucchini from Ina Garten’s…

Alright, we need you to grab your planner or open your calendar app, skip ahead to October 8, and then block off the entire day so you can celebrate properly. That might look like any other Tuesday, b…

I was hesitant to serve this gluten-free zucchini pizza crust to my carb-loving parents, thinking they’d scoff at the idea of a crust made from vegetables. But when they gobbled the whole thing up, …

When we were putting together a week of fresh radish recipes, we knew two things: One, we wanted to include something from April Bloomfield’s lovely new book, and two, kimchi had to be involved some…

Welcome to Rollover Dinners, a new monthly series to help you make smart use of leftovers. This week, we’re using leftovers from this big pot of veggie chili to make a gooey, cheese-packed casserole…

hen you’ve wrapped up a busy workday and are just starting to think about what to serve for dinner, look no further than the most humble of baking equipment you have in your kitchen, the sheet pan. …

If the last time you enjoyed a French bread pizza was at lunch in your school cafeteria, you’re most definitely overdue to dig into one again. The simple combination of crusty French bread topped wi…

Quick-cooking orzo and frozen broccoli make this fast and fancy dinner a breeze to pull off, and ranch seasoning means dinner is guaranteed to be packed with flavor.…

Elisabeth Prueitt of Tartine says this gluten-free cherry galette is her ode to California. The dough is inspired by a classic Rugelach, but with California cherries and frangipane.…

A brightened-up version of the classic comfort food, featuring the flavors of Greek spanakopita: spinach, feta cheese, fresh dill, and lots of lemon.…

Spaghetti and meatballs is one of my all-time favorite comfort foods. When I was growing up, I would practically beg my mom to make it. But it was never about the pasta for me: The saucy, garlicky mea…

Even if it feels like summer will never end, fall is quickly approaching. Come September, temperatures will start to drop and apples will suddenly be abundant. What better way to celebrate this fall f…

Savory caramelized onions meet melty Gruyère cheese and crispy pan-fried gnocchi in this ultra-cozy skillet dinner.…

The holiday season is all about leaning into decadence, but it’s famously short on time. Between happy hours, cookie exchanges, and dinner parties, it’s hard to find a whole afternoon to bake up a…

This easy, cheesy potato casserole can be assembled a day in advance…

For a bright morning muffin, whip up this batch in less than an hour…

This tall loaf is full of plump blueberries and lemon zest, and crowned with lemon icing…

How to make cheesy-filled pasta even cheesier.…

Panko-fried California Avocado slices and pickled vegetables are stuffed into a crusty roll for this West Coast take on the classic Vietnamese sandwich.…

The classic pie in bar form — perfect for picnics or potlucks…

Broccoli tossed with a creamy cheddar cheese sauce is an easy side dish the whole family will love…

These muffins have a hearty dose of rolled oats, but you'd never know eating them because they're super plush and tender witth blueberries for some sweetness.…

This pretty fruit-topped treat is glazed with a cinnamon caramel and comes together in an hour.…

Skip the boiling and pan-fry gnocchi instead for an even more streamlined, and arguably more tasty, dinner.…

This pie gives you a tart, fruity raspberry filling and crumbly streusel filling, all on the flakiest pie crust.…

Break apart stuffed artichokes into their primary elements — garlic breadcrumbs, artichokes, herbs, and lemon — toss them with ravioli, and you get the perfect weeknight dinner…

You only need four ingredients for this summer dessert: blueberry pie filling, cake mix, butter, and fresh or frozen blueberries.…

Pan-fried gnocchi joins tender eggplant, melty mozzarella, and marinara in this saucy skillet dinner…

Inspired by Greek potatoes, this easy potato salad is packed with bright, tangy flavors…

You only need 20 minutes to make this weeknight pasta — it’s a keeper.…

With a smoky flavor and subtle heat, this cozy chili will make you think it has the richness of meat even though (spoiler) it's totally vegan…

You only need 20 minutes to make this veggie-packed weeknight pasta…

These biscuits walk the line of being both tender and flaky.…

It’s all about the crunchy toppings.…

The creamy dressing is everything…

The combination of banana, strawberry and pineapple is so refreshing and delightfully sweet.…

All of the flavor of lasagna without the work…

Tender green beans in a creamy sauce and crispy fried onions served straight from the slow cooker.…

So satisfying that you won’t miss the meat…

This classic chocolate pie is impossibly rich and creamy.…

These classic, buttery shortbread biscuits are ready to pack into little pink boxes.…

Tortellini gets the “marry me” treatment in this one-pot dinner with a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and spinach.…

My husband and I grow a lot of kale and collard green plants on our farm and supply restaurants and farmers markets in our community. We’ve never struggled to sell out of kale, but collard greens ar…

Frozen ravioli is baked in a lemon and white wine sauce and finished with peas.…

As our wardrobes change from flip flops to socks, fall cocktails typically turn golden brown (just like the leaves!) and pick up some warm spicy notes to keep us toasty. This pretty pitcher drink is a…

They're soft and chewy with that classic pretzel flavor.…

Happy Day-After-Thanksgiving! Or should I say, Leftovers-for-Breakfast Day? Some might go for a cold slice of pumpkin pie straight from the tin (you know who you are), but for me, it’s all about the…

One of the fondest Thanksgiving memories of my childhood was the year my mother tried to serve us a completely vegetarian Thanksgiving. We had just relocated to a new city after my mother had finished…

Perhaps this really should be called lazy lasagna. When cheese ravioli is tossed in an abundance of marinara sauce, piled in a casserole dish, layered with even more cheese, and baked, it takes on all…

When it comes to cranberry sauce, I am a cranberry-plus girl. Cranberries plus dried cherries; cranberries plus booze; and in this particular case, cranberries plus figs. It’s not that cranberries a…

I make vinaigrettes every day — seriously. I change them up with different vinegars and different oils, and add some sweeteners like honey now and again. Sometimes I replace about half of the vinega…

I have to confess that when I hear the word millet, my mind immediately jumps to birdseed. Turns out the birds may be onto something delicious — a cereal grass that is gluten-free and rich with a go…

While most of my childhood friends probably made a beeline for chocolate chip cookies, I went straight for the peanut butter instead. Unfortunately I can’t make classic peanut butter cookies for my …

This light and crunchy salad is such a welcome change after all the holiday indulgences. I love how easily this comes together, and the addition of the sweet raisins pair exceptionally well with the s…

Lucky Charms lovers, rejoice in this cereal-meets-snack bar mash-up perfect for St. Patrick's Day.…

Here’s a vegan entrée that’s perfect for Thanksgiving, especially if you’re not into the whole fake meat, Tofurkey scene. Stuffed Delicata squash is a rich, flavorful, elegant dish that goes be…

I'd argue that there is no occasion where a bowl of crunchy, salty, cereal-studded party mix isn’t welcome. We make big batches for birthday parties, game nights, and even our Christmas Eve celebrat…

If you’ve ever snacked on tahini-stuffed dates topped with a pinch of flaky salt, and maybe even a sprinkle of shredded coconut, you know it’s nearly impossible to eat just one. With a balanced fl…

Even if you plan to downsize the menu this year, some type of bread, roll, or biscuit is absolutely essential to any Thanksgiving spread. After all, you need something to push the delicious sides toge…

handai is a popular drink served during Holi (the festival of colors) and Mahashivratri. The refreshing beverage is made with a special blend of spices and nuts like almond, fennel, saffron, sugar, ca…

Yet’s talk about fresh herbs. They smell great, they make our food taste incredible, and they are a pain in the you-know-what to get off the stem. If you try to tell me you actually enjoy picking of…

You may be used to cooking stuffing in the oven, but did you know it can be made on the stovetop too? Don’t bother with the prepackaged stuff (i.e. those iconic red boxes) if you can help it, though…

If your excitement for eggplant’s arrival at the farmers market got the best of you and you have more of these jewel-toned beauties than you can eat in a few days, it may be time to resort to meal p…

Several years ago, I fell deeply in love with a maple mustard dressing. I used it for everything from salads to marinades, and told anybody in need of a fast flavor booster to make it. But recently, i…

I am a huge fan of chicken thighs, especially boneless, skinless chicken thighs because they’re inexpensive, tasty, and easy to cook. In fact, I find it difficult to mess them up. They are just da…

Rice Krispies treats, when prepared according to the recipe on the box, are pretty close to perfection. For many years I saw no need to change them, but simplicity has its own way of inviting change, …

Cold sesame noodles are a refreshing delight — especially on a hot day or if you want a filling but flavorful on-the-go lunch. There are many versions of sesame noodles, notably ones from Sichuan an…

When I was a kid, the adults used to say that I had “sticky rice stomach,” meaning that I eat a lot of glutinous rice. It’s my favorite thing in anything — zongzi, youfan, nian gao, rice-stuff…

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This stovetop macaroni and cheese is the recipe I grew up on. It’s got a creamy sauce, perfectly chewy pasta, and plenty of cheese. Homemade baked macaroni and cheese is undeniably delicious, but th…

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This year, we all deserve an extra layer of comfort, and when it comes to mashed potatoes, that big warm hug comes in the form of cream cheese. Cream cheese instantly takes the classic side dish up a …

I like to think of pumpkin cake as pumpkin bread‘s slightly fancier relative. It’s just as homey and comforting and easy to make, but because it’s dessert you have an excuse to bury it in frosti…

This recipe is part of Kitchn 100 — the hundred recipes you need right now. Check out all of the amazing dishes, from Kitchn and beyond, here.…

Wild rice is a flavorful and remarkably satisfying food. The mushrooms add a dark, meaty flavor and texture, while the chestnuts are creamy (and high in protein). …

Pastel de tres leches, the classic soaked “three milks” cake, is a traditional dessert throughout Latin America — a standard celebration cake at birthday parties, family gatherings, and holidays…

Cooking Thanksgiving dinner, especially for just a few people, doesn’t mean you have to break out every pot, pan, and baking dish in your kitchen to pull it off. In fact, all the essential dishes of…

For me, the best sautéed Brussels sprouts have a little bit of char and are perfectly crisp-tender: cooked all the way through with a little crunch remaining. To achieve this, I like to cut them in h…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is a virtual food festival full of turkey, pie, games, and fun, starring many of our favorite cooks, ready to share the secrets of a most delicious Thanksgiving. Watch the event…

Wildly pretty and so easy, these vegetables can be roasted ahead. Simply refresh them in the microwave or a warm oven and finish with the sauce, freshly toasted nuts, freshly chopped herbs, and toas…

l will never forget my first brown sugar boba. The inside of my cup was coated in thick lines of syrup that resembled stripes, and though the drink itself was cold, the boba on the bottom were warm fr…

A smooth and creamy butternut squash soup is one of those winter wonders that brightens any cold day. It’s sunny and welcoming, nourishing and filling without being too heavy, and can easily be made…

Broccoli and cauliflower are two of my go-to vegetables for dinner sides — my whole family loves them. But as the family cook, I quickly get bored with our bi-weekly rotation of roasted broccoli or …

A mix of maple and mustard is one of my favorite flavor combinations for making all kinds of vegetables taste more delicious. In fact, my family’s “house dressing” is a maple-mustard vinaigrette…

When I was growing up, we always had a jar of kimchi in our fridge. I would stand in front of the fridge and sneak forkfuls of the tangy, spicy, crunchy, fermented cabbage when my mom wasn’t looking…

Choosing the greatest potato dish of all time is an impossible task. Frankly, there are far too many options and they’re all irresistible. But choosing my favorite potato dish to make? That’s an e…

When I was growing up in the ’80s, Betty Crocker’s boxed scalloped potatoes were on regular dinner rotation at my house. I remember devouring the potatoes and leaving everything else on my plate �…

Im always looking for ways to take my potato game up a notch. Maybe you’ve tried my potato galette? Or read about when I made Australian potato scallops? I’ve relied pretty hard on potatoes this l…

There’s a time and place for simply dressed greens, but most of the time I want a salad that’s got a lot going on — and this tasty farro and broccoli situation is just that. It’s packed with s…

Fall is a time to indulge in all things pumpkin, and usually that means baked goods. Whether you’re someone who enjoys the pie filling more than the crust or you’re always on the hunt for deliciou…

Satisfy your seasonal cravings with a recipe that doubles as the perfect snack and interactive dessert: pumpkin dip. It combines the spirit all your favorite pumpkin treats (pumpkin pie! Mousse! Chees…

It’s always fun to open up my grandma’s recipe box to find the perfect dish handwritten on an index card. And her classic applesauce cake jumped out at me as the ideal treat for fall. It’s made …

It’s no secret that coffee enhances chocolate flavors. In fact, I suspect most of your favorite restaurant chocolate desserts are made with a little coffee to bring out the richness of the chocolate…

Potato roses are thinly sliced potatoes that are soaked, seasoned, and formed into roses in a muffin tin. They’re a sweet way to show someone (or yourself) that you care, to demonstrate your artisti…

If the return of slip dresses and Doc Martens haven’t clued you in, the ’90s are back — and so is the bread bowl. Personally, I couldn’t be happier: I have so many fond memories of bread bowls…

When I think of my Afro-Latinidad and African American heritage, the culinary blessings of both of my cultures bring me the most joy. When I was growing up, my parents incorporated both of these cultu…

Come fall and winter, most people jump at the chance to make apple pie and pumpkin pie. Not me, though. I’ve got my sights firmly set on custard pie. It’s a generations-old, timeless classic (mayb…

The after-school program at my elementary school never served chips or cookies as snacks, deeming them junk food. It did, however, offer the same snack everyday: graham crackers. At snack time, we lin…

Mashed potatoes just got a bit more sophisticated. Rather than milk or half-and-half, this recipe pairs tangy buttermilk with buttery Yukon Gold potatoes for a just-as-creamy, but lighter, take on the…

During the holiday season, or after any large family get-together, leftovers are inevitable. Extra mashed potatoes are fun because they can be easily transformed into something new. Take these fried m…

In the Lau family, my dad is the veteran chef in the household. With more than 50 years of experience as a Chinese chef and restaurant owner, he is very comfortable in the kitchen. Whenever we get tog…

Move over, twice-baked potatoes — these waffles are an ingenious hack for leftovers that are also twice-cooked (first on the stovetop as mashed potatoes, then in the waffle iron). With a dueling tex…

Whenever I need a truly easy, very low-effort dessert that’s impossibly delicious and guaranteed to wow the entire table, I make a cream cheese pie. It’s my back-pocket dessert, if you will. It wa…

If the cooking of Nice had a motto, it might be “let no vegetable go unstuffed!” So popular are les petits farcis, or little stuffed vegetables, that when I opened my cooking school in the Old Tow…

This recipe celebrates one of my all time favorite vegetables, fennel. I love fennel in every form — braised, shaved, caramelized, you name it — but my favorite way is deeply roasted and tender. T…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

One of my favorite things about cornbread is how pantry-friendly it is. As long as I have cornmeal at home, I know I can turn it into tasty cornbread with milk, eggs, and staples I always have around.…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is an exciting virtual event that takes us inside five star chefs’ home kitchens as they cook through five cohesive, fascinating, and delicious Thanksgiving menus. Tune in eac…

Satisfy two cravings in one by combining two iconic baked goods: pecan pie and muffins. When you marry the fluffiness of a muffin with the chewiness of pecan pie filling, the results are pretty irresi…

I have been making celery root mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving since I was 14 years old. I got the recipe from a French women’s magazine that my sister sent to me from her year abroad at the Sorbon…

One of my favorite parts of any big holiday meal is using up the leftovers; it’s fun to find new and exciting ways to repurpose the dishes for days afterwards. Should you find yourself with a pletho…

Last holiday season I traded in classic scalloped potatoes for some less traditional, but incredibly delicious potato stacks. They might not be the first potato dish you think to serve for the holiday…

As a cookbook author, I pride myself on being able to feed friends at the drop of a hat. New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day are particularly busy, so I always have a few back-pocket nibbles stashed…

When someone first realizes that gluten needs to be removed from their diet, it can feel like many of their favorite foods are suddenly off limits. However, nowadays, there are more options than ever …

Spaghetti salad is the kind of recipe that you can prepare earlier in the day or even the night before because the flavors meld as it sits in the refrigerator. Featuring cold noodles and crunchy veget…

I’m not the biggest chocolate fan — except when it’s paired with peanut butter. I’ll bargain and beg for all the Reese’s peanut butter cups in my daughter’s Halloween stash, and I absolute…

I have to admit that creating this recipe felt particularly sinful, maybe even blasphemous. Gumbo is a dish that you don’t wanna fuck with. It feels like a psalm or its own story in a holy text. It …

Stone-fruit season is one of my favorites! Whether it’s seared pork chops with peach salsa or the ultimate summer salad, I am always trying to find a way to incorporate the fleeting summer fruit int…

There is absolutely no shortage of ways to toss together a totally refreshing cucumber salad. But the one I come back to again and again is made with crisp slices of cucumber tangled with sweet red on…

This fall I’m adding these mini apple pies into my dessert rotation. Each one is tiny enough to fit in the palm of your hand but has a huge payoff. Plus, they’re portable, which means they’re a …

One of the first people to ever expose me to food was not a TV personality or a celebrity chef. It was my former step-mother-in-law, Kimi, from my first marriage. She wasn’t even necessarily a great…

Mashed butternut squash is full of flavor, easy to prepare, and a great alternative to mashed potatoes at mealtime. I like to slice the whole squash in half, scoop out the seeds, and roast it in the o…

Pie crust cookies are exactly what they sound like — cookies made from pie crust. Baked until golden-brown and puffed, they’re buttery and flaky, just like you’d expect from a pie crust, and kis…

t’s hard not to love banana pudding. Despite the use of bananas, luscious vanilla pudding and Nilla wafers are the true reason for the dessert’s popularity. When I set out to create a cheesecake v…

Candied carrots are a slightly elevated version of your standard steamed carrot side. In layman’s terms: It’s carrots cooked in syrup! Carrots are partially cooked and simmered in water and butter…

When we needed more oven space last holiday season, I decided to give smoking our family’s turkey a try — and I’ll never look back. There are many, many reasons to smoke your whole turkey this h…

Mashed potatoes are one of my top comfort foods, and I love an ultra-smooth, creamy version laden with butter and cream or milk. They’re also a blank canvas when I feel like changing it up a bit, an…

Cranberry salad is the retro dish you’ll want to add to your holiday lineup this year. It’s recipe nostalgia at its finest, complete with fruit, mini marshmallows, and nuts, all tied together with…

When you want to eat your vegetables but crave the comfort that only a creamy, cheesy sauce provides, cauliflower au gratin is your answer. This recipe makes clever use of your microwave and turns cau…

Chocolate éclair cake is an outrageously easy-to-make icebox cake that looks like an éclair if it were cake. Think of it like an éclair that exists in an alternate universe. In this version of real…

Bread pudding is a humble dessert made from basic ingredients like bread, eggs, sugar, and dairy. It is often simply flavored with vanilla and served warm with a generous dusting of powdered sugar. Th…

Mandarin orange salad would be beautiful as part of a holiday dinner table. In fact, it’s sometimes referred to as Christmas salad. While I couldn’t trace the origins of the name, I suspect it has…

As a pastry chef, I often get asked what dessert I am the proudest of, and my answer is always cheesecake. I have worked on this recipe for years, constantly tweaking the proportions of ingredients to…

Nothing says Hanukkah like a pile of searing-hot latkes just waiting to be slathered in apple sauce and sour cream. Now, I’m not usually one to change up a good thing, but as someone who’s been ma…

In a lineup of classic Southern pies like sweet potato and pecan pie, banana cream pie wins first place for being literal sunshine in a pie dish. Cold pastry cream filling, fresh bananas, a flaky pie …

There really isn’t another dip like blue cheese dip. Not only can you dip vegetables (and even fruits!) in it, but it’s also a totally delicious pairing for Buffalo wings. Blue cheese dip, like ma…

What’s a better bread vehicle for a burger or spicy fried chicken sandwich than a soft, squishy golden bun? Well, a cute, tiny version of that pillowy bread — aka a slider bun!…

The first time I added this sweet potato casserole to my family’s Thanksgiving menu, there was some pushback and a feeling that most people wouldn’t like it. Fast forward to the end of that dinner…

This recipe is a part of Spudsgiving, featuring the very best mashed, roasted, and casserole’d potato recipes you can make this holiday season…

This recipe is a part of Spudsgiving, featuring the very best mashed, roasted, and casserole’d potato recipes you can make this holiday season.…

I’ve never been a full-fledged pumpkin pie person. While it’s a tasty classic, it’s just never been my go-to pie at Thanksgiving. To finally make it a pie I could fall in love with, I used pumpk…

Classic Thanksgiving recipes will always have a place in my heart, but I love a good twist — especially when it makes the dish even more delicious than the original. Enter: za’atar green bean cass…

We all know that you can use garlic butter on just about anything to make it taste more delicious. There’s just something magical about the combination of garlic and butter, and you can bump up the …

Pumpkin pie always deserves a seat at the holiday table, from Thanksgiving to Christmas. It’s a seasonal classic, and it delivers the flavors of fall in every bite. I’ve never been much of a store…

I love cabbage so much (we have many delicious cabbage recipes that will make you a fan too). It’s extremely versatile, outlasts most other vegetables in the crisper, is so affordable, and can trans…

Editor’s Note: If you’ve cooked this beloved recipe before, it might look a little different these days! We recently improved it to make it even easier to follow and more delicious.…

Crumb cake should be tall and fluffy with a thick, toasty layer of cinnamon crumb topping. And that’s exactly the kind of crumb cake this recipe makes. Here, cinnamon and brown sugar team up to crea…

While I actually don’t mind making a flaky pie dough, baking a pie always feels like a little too much when I’m managing a Thanksgiving main and all the sides. I want big flavor, but without any c…

The love of coconut runs deep in my family. Looking back, I can almost mark the seasons by the coconutty treats that we’d have — virgin piña coladas in frosted glasses to cool off in the summer, …

My favorite approach to getting interesting side dishes on the table (especially when it comes to Thanksgiving sides) is taking beloved classic recipes and giving them a simple yet super flavorful twi…

If you’re anything like me, after a long day of apple-picking you want to make something delicious with the bounty you brought home — without spending hours in the kitchen. That said, if you love …

Deviled eggs are the perfect two-bite appetizer. I love all the different ways you can customize them (spicy deviled eggs are top-notch). But while there are so many toppings you can use to make devil…

I have lived in the South for most of my life, but baking biscuits wasn’t common in my family’s kitchen. Instead, I’ve learned from others how to make tender and flaky biscuits that would make a…

Classic pumpkin pie has never won me over — its dense, custardy filling often leaves me wishing for something lighter after a big holiday meal. Not to mention that oven space is prime real estate on…

If you’re looking for a fun twist on old-fashioned pumpkin pie this fall, try my pumpkin pudding. This homemade pudding is made entirely on the stovetop and comes together in just 20 minutes. You’…

Deciding on the dessert spread will forever be my favorite part of planning my Thanksgiving menu. Apple pie, pumpkin pie, and pecan pie bars (they’re so much better than pie!) are typically the go-t…

Mashed potatoes are a Thanksgiving staple side dish, but I’ll admit in the past I’ve been guilty of uttering the phrase “I guess we have to serve mashed potatoes” with a distinct lack of enthu…

As our resident salad columnist, it should come as no surprise that I think there needs to be a salad on every Thanksgiving table — but I’m not wrong! A salad’s crunchy texture and bright flavor…

Greek Tsoureki, a sweet, egg-rich bread usually prepared around Easter, is a showy, sweet loaf that is just as delicious as it is beautiful.…

ast year I spent some time on Kea, a completely un-touristy Greek island off the coast of Athens. I went to spend a week cooking with Aglaia Kremezi, a thoughtful cook and talented teacher of Mediterr…

Let strawberries shine with our super-simple (and highly delicious) shortcake and homemade whipped cream.…

Every so often there comes a restaurant meal which really inspires us in our own kitchens. This is a dish influenced by my own recent visit to the Porthminster Café, a breezy restaurant nestled below…

The classic marshmallow and cereal treat get a chocolate and vanilla cookie makeover.…

This no-bake pie has a creamy bite from cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and fresh lemon.…

This easy summer classic can be made with fresh or frozen mixed berries, and has the most delicious brown sugar crumble topping.…

For the easiest-ever dessert, just dump apple pie filling, cake mix, and butter into a dish and bake.…

This easy classic has a warm cinnamon-spice apple filling and a sweet, buttery crumb topping.…

After a big day at work or school, I still love sitting down to a small plate of cookies and milk. Throughout the years, I’ve tried a variety of cookies (food writer “research”), and milks of al…

A homemade take on stadium-style pump cheese. Go team!…

cookie dough is somewhat of a siren song in my life. It calls and beckons to me, singing its sweet melody of ooey-gooey comfort. It lures me in. I grab a spoon. Powerless. The next thing you know, the…

An easy, impressive recipe for restaurant-quality fondant potatoes made with just five staple ingredients.…

Making the ultimate cheese fondue from scratch is easier than you might think.…

Ahh, one of our favorite dishes in the summer; fresh tomatoes, buffala mozzarella, and fresh basil layered together, and then drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with salt and pepper. Caprese sal…

There’s no other lunch in my weight-loss arsenal that serves me better than these rolls. They happen to be both raw and vegan, but that isn’t why I love them. It’s their crunchy-meets-creamy tex…

Awatermelon roll is a sherbet-meets-ice cream treat made famous by Friendly’s restaurants, but at home this refreshing treat is the kind of pure fun that makes you the hero of the neighborhood pool …

Noodles are often a part of Chinese Lunar New Year dinners because the long strands symbolize a long life. Now, there’s no guarantee that eating noodles will extend your life, but it’s a delicious…

When you’re home from the farmers market with a fresh haul of summer produce and craving a comforting dinner, pull out your Dutch oven and some arborio rice, because risotto is in order. Start with …

While I was writing up this recipe, I realized that this is my sixth potato salad for The Kitchn. Six potato salad recipes — I didn’t even realize that I loved potato salad so much! But I do — a…

This recipe makes me want to change out of my farm clothes, put on a dress, and head to a dinner party armed with a batch of these fritters. Unfortunately, that’s not going to happen anytime soon si…

The next time you’re tempted to skip the cooking and order takeout, give this pepper steak stir-fry a try instead. In just 20 minutes (faster than delivery!), you’ll be sitting down to a restauran…

This recipe happened because my favorite cooking reference, Google, totally failed me. It was Halloween and I was inspired. Pumpkin chili was on the menu. One of our children was a vegetarian and it s…

I’m a huge fan of classic buttermilk biscuits (and strongly believe every home baker should master them), but this bacon cheddar biscuit might be my new favorite. The flaky buttermilk layers are stu…

Brussels sprouts and honey might not be the most obvious pairing, but once you’ve tasted this spunky little food combo, you will not look back! The sweetness of the honey perfectly tempers the musta…

Velvety leek and potato soup is a staple in my house during the winter when the cold weather is persistent and leeks are in season. Since everything is blended together, I also love sneaking in more v…

Here’s how most weeknight dinners go at my house: I’ve planned recipes a week in advance, grocery shopped, and meal prepped. Then a long afternoon meeting has me rushing between school pickup and …

These stuffed tomatoes are the essence of summer. Field-fresh tomatoes, stuffed with an aromatic, Mediterranean-inspired mixture of couscous, fresh herbs, mushrooms and olives, topped with creamy goat…

These stuffed tomatoes are the essence of summer. Field-fresh tomatoes, stuffed with an aromatic, Mediterranean-inspired mixture of couscous, fresh herbs, mushrooms and olives, topped with creamy goat…

As much as I love regular pancakes, there’s something about Dutch babies that elevates them to the status of something special. Even though they’re surprisingly easy to make, they’re so impressi…

There’s a reason why many steakhouses and chain restaurants have warm spinach-artichoke dip on their appetizer menu. With a tangy, creamy base fragrant with Parmesan cheese and onions, swirled throu…

One way to subvert the usual lettuce narrative is to do something wholly unexpected with it, as in the baked lettuce and onion tart we shared with you yesterday. Another way is to expand the idea of l…

Risotto is one of my favorite things to make — both because risotto is one of my husband’s top five favorite foods, and because this dish gives flavorful chicken stock a chance to really shine.…

An easy, freezer-friendly pasta bake that's filled with pesto, Asiago cheese, and baby spinach.…

I often skip the frying part and eat these as soft tacos with the corn tortillas just quickly warmed over the flame on my gas stove. I also often round out the toppings with some chopped avocado and c…

am biased because I love scones. And I can’t seem to get enough grapefruit or citrus lately so these are a win/win as far as I’m concerned. But I think even non-scone folks will appreciate the oat…

A sweet rhubarb crisp flavored with just a hint of floral lavender that's perfect enjoyed as a spring dessert.…

This quick, easy breakfast takes a dessert classic and lightens it up for the morning with yogurt and jam…

Yogurt bark is the most fun you'll have eating yogurt for breakfast. Topped with grapes and clusters of granola, it's like a sheet pan parfait.…

A recipe for yogurt breakfast popsicles sweetened with roasted bananas and flavored with peanut butter.…

A recipe for wholesome chocolate breakfast cookies filled with grated zucchini and oats and made with Greek yogurt.…

It only takes 10 minutes to make this icing — perfect for holiday cookies.…

With a combination of puréed vegetables mixed with heavy cream, this soup is impossibly creamy.…

Tender potatoes baked in a creamy cheese sauce with a crunchy cornflake topping.…

By frosting Red Velvet with big swoops of ice cream, the classic American layer cake suddenly transforms into the most refreshing ice cream cake.…

This creamy basil garlic pasta with green vegetables and crispy breadcrumbs is a weeknight dinner crowd-pleaser.…

Learn how to make this classic Irish side dish of mashed potatoes and cabbage dressed with browned butter.…

This Hawaiian-style mac salad is creamy, with just the right amount of tang (thanks to pickle juice and apple cider vinegar!).…

When it comes to nachos, I care way more about the melty cheese and mountain of toppings than I do about the chips themselves. If the same rings true for you, prepare to fall hard for this cheesy skil…

Waldorf salad is a classic for a reason. The sweet mix of red grapes, chopped apples, crunchy celery, and buttery walnuts dressed in a tangy, creamy dressing can be served any time of year, whether as…

Every holiday season we ask a few friends to join us here at The Kitchn for a series of guest posts. The topics range from favorite holiday recipes to family memories and traditions. Today’s guest: …

his week in Gatherings from The Kitchn, we’re sharing the details of an Italian Polenta Supper featuring lots of toppings, like hearty braised beef, on a bed of creamy cornmeal polenta. For a lighte…

Stir-fries don’t have to mean just vegetables and rice — they can mean noodles, too! In fact, noodle stir-fries are one of my favorite weeknight comfort foods. Whether made with lo mein noodles or…

Potato leek soup is spring’s answer to winter’s potato soup. With the arrival of warmer weather, switch from a heavier baked potato soup to a light and elegant potato leek soup. Mellow and mild, l…

Steamed vegetables — this is one of the easiest and quickest ways to get vegetables onto our plates. It’s something we can do without needing to think about it too much or make too much effort. We…

Boutherners have a knack for creating dishes using unexpected ingredients. Three prime examples: strawberry pretzel salad, pineapple casserole, and tomato cracker salad. Pear salad may rank among the …

Kraft and ConAgra gave me VELVEETA and RO*TEL products for this sponsored post. For me, every rich and creamy bite of RO*TEL and VELVEETA Queso dip is oozing with nostalgia. Just one dunk transport…

Thanksgiving Food Fest is a virtual food festival full of turkey, pie, games, and fun, starring many of our favorite cooks, ready to share the secrets of a most delicious Thanksgiving. Watch the event…

If broccoli-cheddar soup ran off to Italy to gain a bit of the country’s culture, I think it would return as this risotto. This simple recipe takes the well-loved brassica and cheese combo and trans…

i recently spent a few days with Najmieh Batmanglij — known to many as the “Queen of Persian Cooking” — who opened me up to the cooking of her native Iran, and in particular to a rice dish cal…

Confession: I didn’t know Caribbeans made macaroni pie until I became an adult. My family wasn’t big on pasta dishes of any kind, so they just “forgot” to introduce it to me. But as fate would…

If your lunch struggle involves coming up with veggie-friendly options that are filling, easy to make ahead, and a breeze to eat at your desk, this wrapped quesadilla stuffed with cumin-scented chickp…

A pillowy loaf of bread is hard to resist, but when turned into cute little individual buns, milk bread can be used to give you the perfect mini sandwiches.…

If you love crispy rice, then say hello to the best way to reheat leftover fried rice! While you usually cook the rice over direct flame to create the crispy scorched layer on the bottom of the pot, t…

Stuffed with peanut butter, deep-fried, then drizzled with sweetened condensed milk, this is the best you’ll ever have.…

I am not a huge fan of grapes. Sure I’ll snack on them from time to time, but I never really seek them out. But this creamy grape salad turned me from a grape skeptic into a voracious grape eater. A…

There are many things that are worth turning on the oven for, and garlic bread is probably at the top of that list. Crusty bread smeared with a buttery, garlicky spread and topped with gooey cheese �…

King cakes are made around the world as part of the festival of the Epiphany, but in New Orleans, king cakes have truly taken on a life of their own. From the start of Carnival on January 6 through Ma…

Bananas foster — caramelized brown sugar bananas served with vanilla ice cream­ — is a classic New Orleans dessert bursting in banana flavor and literal flambé flames. Invented by the famous Bre…

A savory Chinese breakfast crêpe filled with egg, herbs, sweet-savory sauce, and crispy wonton chips.…

There are few pairings quite as complementary as chocolate and mint, making it the basis for famous drinks, shakes, and, perhaps most gloriously, this delectable and delightfully retro grasshopper pie…

Few can resist the comforting combination of tender potatoes and warm, bubbling cheese — which is why this cheesy potato casserole deserves a spot on everyone’s table this spring. Cheesy potatoes …

Chewy noodles, tender chicken, and crisp veggies are tossed together in this easy 20-minute chow mein recipe.…

Editor’s Note: If you’ve cooked this beloved recipe before, it might look a little different these days! We recently improved it to make it even easier to follow and more delicious.…

If you love creamy mashed potatoes, you’ll love colcannon, a traditional Irish dish. Keeping with tradition, we didn’t mess with the potatoes or cabbage, but swapped the plain melted butter that…

This pasta dish, with its creamy, tangy, lemon sauce, has long been a favorite in my household. It’s the sort of dish that takes so little time to put together but also really seems to impress guest…

If you asked me 10 years ago after feasting at a trattoria in Florence on fiocchetti alle pere con salsa di taleggio e asparagi that one day I would be able to replicate the experience, I would have l…

I am not exaggerating when I say I made Smitten Kitchen’s zucchini butter spaghetti at least 15 times. I loved how it took a boatload of zucchini and transformed it into a simple (yet flavor-packed!…

Not to be confused with the Sichuanese dish ma po tofu, ma lan tou is a refreshing and easy-to-compose cold salad that is frequently served as part of a selection of small plates at the start of a Sha…

Brown butter and sage are a classic couple that will never steer you wrong. Whether you use the sauce to dress a bowl of pasta or add another dimension to a simple risotto, it’s instant success with…

Admit it — most of us have a slightly codependent relationship with frozen potstickers. Sometimes I truly wonder if they were invented to be the perfect solo meal — finger food with a five-minute …

I admit that I long avoided the Instant Pot’s yogurt function. (I made yogurt with my stovetop and oven, old-fashioned style.) But curiosity — and weeks of following threads in Instant Pot commu…

Worth it for the crunch alone.…

One of the foods I most long for from my childhood bopping around Jewish delicatessens in New York and Los Angeles is the humble bowl of matzo ball soup: a mountain of tender dumplings surrounded by r…

Recreating this classic Halloween treat is so easy it'll spook you.…

Ube, pronounced ooh-beh, has a natural, deep purple color and a flavor that's a mix between vanilla and pistachio. Here, it replaces chocolate in the classic crinkle cookie.…

It tastes just like the real thing.…

Mint and dill make this salad extra refreshing.…

Iam a firm believer in the power of dumplings and soup. Not only is the combination tasty and comforting, but a little upfront effort also yields prepped emergency meals to stash in my freezer — and…

The honey in this recipe not only brings balance to the heat of the ginger and red pepper flakes, but also helps the tofu crisp up as it bakes. Be sure to pick up extra-firm tofu; it holds up best dur…

Here’s the scoop: It’s delicious.…

A simple recipe for a new and improved make-your-own spring mix that's bright, bold, and flavorful.…

These hand-pulled noodles are a fun and easy weekend project that results in one seriously satisfying dinner.…

tir-fried vegetables is one of the fastest, easiest, tastiest dishes to make when you’re in a mood for Asian dish but don’t want to order takeout. Take a look at your fridge, and you may find some…

ive a warm welcome to your new favorite weeknight side dish. Stir-frying a big bag of spinach has become one of my favorite ways to get greens on the plate, and a few slices of garlic in the mix makes…

Perfect for when you want to go classic or as a great starting point to a version of your own.…

Everyone who has tried it can’t get enough of this extra-crispy, cheesy appetizer.…

The longer the noodles, the better the chance of a long life.…

This homemade version of the classic store-bought treat is the perfect weekend baking project.…

Stir-fries don’t have to mean just vegetables and rice — they can mean noodles, too! In fact, noodle stir-fries are one of my favorite weeknight comfort foods. Whether made with lo mein noodles or…

You’ll be surprised by how easy it is to whip up a batch at home with ingredients you already have in your pantry.…

This easy recipe for hot and crispy Korean pancakes, filled with brown sugar and cinnamon, is perfect for fall.…