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Marinated Bean Salad and More Recipes We Made This Week
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Marinated Bean Salad and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like Hainanese chicken and vanilla berry pudding.
I Need Kid-Friendly Breakfast Ideas
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I Need Kid-Friendly Breakfast Ideas

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Ali Slagle share easy breakfast recipes perfect for back-to-school season.
Postpartum Depression Was Sinking Me. My Family’s Food Was My Lifeline
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Postpartum Depression Was Sinking Me. My Family’s Food Was My Lifeline

On my toughest days, relatives fed me dishes that have nourished South Asian families for generations.
I Need Exciting Lunch Ideas
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I Need Exciting Lunch Ideas

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Kendra help Kaitlin get out of her work from home lunch rut.
My Husband Begged Me to Create This Recipe for 10 Years
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My Husband Begged Me to Create This Recipe for 10 Years

Mapo chili mac is just what it sounds like—a marriage of two of the best comfort foods on earth.
I Made Every Recipe in the Bon Appétit 56
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I Made Every Recipe in the Bon Appétit 56

Four months, five dinner parties, and a few life lessons along the way.
The Best Veggie Burger You Can Buy at the Supermarket
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The Best Veggie Burger You Can Buy at the Supermarket

We tried eight brands for our taste test, including Amy’s, MorningStar, and Bubba.
This Hot Zucchini Soup Will Keep You Cool—Really
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This Hot Zucchini Soup Will Keep You Cool—Really

This month’s Feel-Good Food Plan is full of reviving recipes, plus some bug bite relief.
Glorious Gazpacho and More Recipes We Made This Week
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Glorious Gazpacho and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like blueberry cobbler and slow-roasted salmon.
I Need Summer Recipe Inspiration
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I Need Summer Recipe Inspiration

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Shilpa answer listener questions on all things summer cooking.
My Abuelita’s Soup Grounds Me as I Get Ready to Give Birth Again
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My Abuelita’s Soup Grounds Me as I Get Ready to Give Birth Again

Over two pregnancies and lots of change, this family recipe is a comforting constant.
I Need to Cook for 30 Friends
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I Need to Cook for 30 Friends

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris, Sarah, and Anna create a game plan for Maggie to feed a huge crowd for a whole week.
Can You Swap Light and Dark Brown Sugar?
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Can You Swap Light and Dark Brown Sugar?

They’re usually interchangeable. Here’s how to make the call.
I Need to Make Homemade Pickles
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I Need to Make Homemade Pickles

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris, Amiel, and Ari of Zingerman’s Deli share tips to create the perfect half sour pickle.
Which Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Is the Best?
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Which Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Is the Best?

We tried 10 brands for our taste test, including Häagen-Dazs, Jeni’s, and Oreo.
Basil Chicken Stir-Fry and More Feel-Good Recipes for July
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Basil Chicken Stir-Fry and More Feel-Good Recipes for July

This month’s Feel-Good Food Plan features a speedy dinner and composting epiphany.
Cold Noodles and More Recipes We Made This Week
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Cold Noodles and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like Caesar salad and no-cook tomato sauce.
I Need Instant Pot Recipes
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I Need Instant Pot Recipes

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Shilpa share recipes that showcase what the Instant Pot does best.
The Fruit Salad That Revived Me After Childbirth
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The Fruit Salad That Revived Me After Childbirth

Following a difficult labor, it was a surprise bag of cherries that helped me heal.
Use Feta Brine as a 1-Ingredient Grilled Chicken Marinade
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Use Feta Brine as a 1-Ingredient Grilled Chicken Marinade

You can zhuzh it up with whatever you have around too.
I Need the Best Way to Cook Beans
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I Need the Best Way to Cook Beans

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Justine Doiron (aka Justine Snacks) help caller Teddy successfully cook beans from scratch.
How to Cook Halloumi, the Cheese We Want in Our Fridge at All Times
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How to Cook Halloumi, the Cheese We Want in Our Fridge at All Times

This Cypriot cheese refuses to melt—and in these recipes, that’s a good thing.
I Need High-Protein, Family-Friendly Recipes
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I Need High-Protein, Family-Friendly Recipes

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Dan Pelosi help caller Liliana find filling meals that her whole family can enjoy.
Which Mayonnaise Is Best? A Taste Test of Duke’s, Kewpie, and More
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Which Mayonnaise Is Best? A Taste Test of Duke’s, Kewpie, and More

We tried nine popular mayo brands so you can have the best potato salad at the potluck.
I Need Expert Barbecue Tips
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I Need Expert Barbecue Tips

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and barbecue experts Dave Yasuda and Tuffy Stone share how to prepare the most tender of barbecue meats
Vegan Tacos and More Feel-Good Recipes for June
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Vegan Tacos and More Feel-Good Recipes for June

Our Feel-Good Food Plan is back and better than ever.
Coconutty Grilled Shrimp and More Recipes We Made This Week
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Coconutty Grilled Shrimp and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like a tender blueberry lemon loaf and a winning kale salad.
The Cabbage Stir-Fry I Ate Nonstop to Ease Postpartum Constipation
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The Cabbage Stir-Fry I Ate Nonstop to Ease Postpartum Constipation

I’d struggled on the toilet before. But nothing prepared me for the pain of pooping after childbirth.
I Need Recipes for a Korean Anju Party
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I Need Recipes for a Korean Anju Party

On this episode of “Dinner SOS,” Chris and Hana are joined by recipe developer Irene Yoo and “Koreaworld” authors Deuki Hong and Matt Rodbard.
How to Clean Clams Before Cooking Them (You Must)
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How to Clean Clams Before Cooking Them (You Must)

Because sand is not delicious.
For the Juiciest Grilled Meat, Marinate It in Soda
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For the Juiciest Grilled Meat, Marinate It in Soda

Soda’s acidity tenderizes meat like chicken, while its sugar boosts caramelization.
I Need Easy Meals for My Kids
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I Need Easy Meals for My Kids

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Didn’t I Just Feed You hosts Stacie and Meghan offer tips on how to make family cooking easier.
I Need to Make Vegetables Exciting
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I Need to Make Vegetables Exciting

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Eden help caller Abby make her husband fall in love with vegetables.
Which Vodka Is Best? A Taste Test of Svedka, Stoli, Grey Goose, and More
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Which Vodka Is Best? A Taste Test of Svedka, Stoli, Grey Goose, and More

We sipped 11 brands (send help), all so you can reach peak martini.
My Garlic Turned Blue. Can I Still Eat It?
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My Garlic Turned Blue. Can I Still Eat It?

You probably can. Here’s how to tell.