Raspberries, strawberries and basil make a bright, refreshing twist on classic lemonade. Make this berry basil lemonade on a hot summer day or use it as a mixer for cocktails. I’ve been on a serious berry kick lately — first a strawberry habanero jam, then a raspberry lemon granita. Now it’s berry basil lemonade. Summer … Read more

I love the no-knead bread method, and when I learned it can be used to make focaccia I had to try it. Focaccia is a flat Italian bread enriched with olive oil: crisp on the outside and soft and airy on the inside with characteristic holes. The technique is simple—make a sticky dough, let it … Read more

Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 40:22 — 56.2MB) Subscribe or Follow Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | RSS | More In late 2021 I discovered a lesser-known Italian classic: Pasta alla Norcina. Because this dish differs from the familiar tomato-based plates common across the New York metro area, I decided … Read more

Don’t miss this ultra-flexible vegan rice noodles recipe. Ready in under 10 minutes, it’s savory, satisfying, and delicious on its own — but also easy to dress up with any vegetables or protein you like. Why we love this recipe It’s always handy to have a few fast, reliable recipes you can make when time … Read more

One of the best butter cakes I’ve tasted is the one served at Maggiano’s: an incredibly soft, fluffy cake with a light, buttery crumb, topped with sweet cream and fresh strawberries. It’s a classic dessert that always feels like a perfect finish to a meal. I created a copycat version of Maggiano’s Butter Cake at … Read more

Hot Baked Onion Dip is an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer made with just three simple ingredients: chopped sweet onions, real mayonnaise, and shredded Swiss cheese. It’s perfect for holidays, parties, and game-day gatherings. This hot baked onion dip comes together in minutes and delivers rich, comforting flavor. Even guests who say they don’t like onions tend … Read more

I’ve been obsessed with chai ever since I made my chai sugar cookies. I love adding warm spices to baked treats, and dirty chai lattes — chai with a shot of espresso — are one of my favorite fall drinks. That inspired these dirty chai macarons: delicate chai-spiced shells filled with a smooth espresso buttercream. … Read more

This classic, flavorful chicken salad is lightened up without sacrificing taste. Classic Chicken Salad with Fresh Herbs keeps the creamy mayo base you expect but swaps in plain nonfat Greek yogurt to stretch the mayo and add protein without an overpowering tang. Bright herbs and crunchy vegetables lift the flavor—serve this versatile salad on greens, … Read more

Grilling is all about the food—and the best part is enjoying it. The downside is often the cleanup. These 17 grill-friendly recipes keep after-dinner work to an absolute minimum, so you can spend more time relaxing and less time scrubbing. Each dish delivers great flavor with simple prep and easy cleanup, making outdoor cooking a … Read more

A quick, easy single-serving s’mores cookie with crisp edges, a chewy, melty center, and plenty of chocolate chips and marshmallow. Okay But Doesn’t This Single Serving Cookie Recipe Technically Make Two Cookies? Yes — the recipe yields two cookies, but I treat both as one serving. The batch is generous, so you can refrigerate the … Read more