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Flat-out fantastic: Oregano & Cracked Pepper Flatbread

This flatbread recipe is easy enough to overcome anyone’s fear of baking.

by Katie Machol Simon November 9, 2014May 14, 2025

This flatbread recipe is easy enough to overcome anyone’s fear of baking.

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Sensational cool-weather salad: Citrus, Pancetta & Baby Kale with Honey-Pancetta Vinaigrette

Don’t take salad off the (dinner) table during the coming cooler months.

by Katie Machol Simon October 8, 2014July 20, 2025

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Brazenly braising: White Fish with Bell Peppers & Sun-Dried Tomatoes

A quick and healthy main course for any time of year.

by Katie Machol Simon September 17, 2014July 26, 2025

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Ditch the nachos: Give this authentic Mexican street food a try

Sopes de chorizo bring authentic Latin American flavors to the Mexican culinary spectrum.

by Katie Machol Simon July 2, 2014April 28, 2025

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Thai one on: Red Curry-Coconut Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Dipping Sauce

These spicy skewers add fun, exotic zest to any meal.

by Katie Machol Simon June 18, 2014July 3, 2025

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It’s the bomba: Paella Mixta

Paella is an easy and exotic summer crowd-pleaser.

by Katie Machol Simon May 28, 2014December 13, 2024

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Easy peasy: Herbaceous Pea and Walnut Pesto makes for a fresh take on a classic sauce

Add color and flavor to pesto sauce using frozen peas and other ingredients.

by Katie Machol Simon April 16, 2014December 21, 2022

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Thyme for spring: Ring in spring with this simple Lemon-Thyme Yogurt Cake

This lemony, herbaceous cake is sweet and tangy with hints of fresh thyme, and it’s perfect for a brunch fête or as an after-dinner treat.

by Katie Machol Simon April 2, 2014July 6, 2025

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Give leeks a chance this St. Patty’s Day: Braised Leeks and Irish Bacon

Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, try braised leek and Irish bacon.

by Katie Machol Simon March 13, 2014March 19, 2024

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Cellophane to Udon: A primer on Asian noodles in the grocery aisle

From cellophane to soba.

by Katie Machol Simon March 6, 2014November 18, 2024

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Risotto Remix: Farro gives a classic Italian dish a whole grain twist

by Katie Machol Simon February 1, 2014April 26, 2025

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Whole grains you might not have heard of (but should probably be eating)

Great grains you might not know about.

by Katie Machol Simon January 18, 2014June 5, 2022

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Home cooking 101

Simple tips for highly effective at-home cooking.

by Katie Machol Simon January 7, 2014September 25, 2024

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Not-so-mellow mushrooms

This warm sherry vinegar-braised wild mushroom salad is perfect for cooler days.

by Katie Machol Simon January 1, 2014August 3, 2023

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May the odds be ever in your favor

Taste the Hunger Games’ sweet and savory lamb stew with dried plums.

by Katie Machol Simon December 19, 2013March 14, 2025

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You’ve got to try our stuffing …

This holiday recipe will have you giving thanks for the awesome flavor.

by Katie Machol Simon November 26, 2013January 10, 2025

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Nouveau pumpkin pie

Skip the frozen pie Frisbee and try some pumpkin-gingersnap trifles instead.

by Katie Machol Simon November 7, 2013August 3, 2023

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Cauliflower power

Give the maligned veggie a much-needed flavor boost in this tasty gratin.

by Katie Machol Simon October 25, 2013August 3, 2023

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Killer mac and cheese

Pumpkin and sage give this classic an injection of autumn flavors.

by Katie Machol Simon October 18, 2013December 2, 2023

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Hail the kale

A healthier twist on classic creamed spinach.

by Katie Machol Simon October 9, 2013May 29, 2024

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Flat-out fantastic: Oregano & Cracked Pepper Flatbread

Sensational cool-weather salad: Citrus, Pancetta & Baby Kale with Honey-Pancetta Vinaigrette

Brazenly braising: White Fish with Bell Peppers & Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ditch the nachos: Give this authentic Mexican street food a try

Thai one on: Red Curry-Coconut Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Dipping Sauce

It’s the bomba: Paella Mixta

Easy peasy: Herbaceous Pea and Walnut Pesto makes for a fresh take on a classic sauce

Thyme for spring: Ring in spring with this simple Lemon-Thyme Yogurt Cake

Give leeks a chance this St. Patty’s Day: Braised Leeks and Irish Bacon

Cellophane to Udon: A primer on Asian noodles in the grocery aisle

Risotto Remix: Farro gives a classic Italian dish a whole grain twist

Whole grains you might not have heard of (but should probably be eating)

Home cooking 101

Not-so-mellow mushrooms

May the odds be ever in your favor

You’ve got to try our stuffing …

Nouveau pumpkin pie

Cauliflower power

Killer mac and cheese

Hail the kale