Andy Baraghani
Former BA senior food editor. When Andy is not developing and testing recipes, he can be found at garage or estate sells and flea markets in search of objects to clutter his apartment. He has an extensive collection of mortar and pestles that he is very proud of. Spirit food: Salt-packed anchovies, bottarga, fish sauce…basically anything that packs a wallop of umami. andybaraghani.com
Leeks in Vinaigrette With Walnuts and Tarragon
Cutting the leeks into rounds is an update on the classic presentation—and makes them easier to serve to a crowd.
Chicory Salad With Honey-Mustard Vinaigrette
This sweet-sharp vinaigrette pairs well with the bitter chicories, but feel free to use another sturdy green if you like.
Roasted Beets With Grapefruit and Rosemary
If using different-colored beets for this recipe, remember to toss them separately so they don’t stain one another.
Green Goddess Crunch Sandwich
Think of this as a salad sandwiched between two slices of bread.
Pan Bagnat
You’re going to want to let this sandwich hang out for a bit before digging in so the bread can soak up those juices. Napkin not optional.
This Pan Bagnat Is Our Current Work Lunch Obsession
It's sort of like taking a trip to the south of France on your lunch break.
Honeydew and Fennel Salad With Basil
If you have a perfectly ripe melon—great! If you don’t, no worries. The salt, acid, and a bit of heat here will give life to lackluster specimens.
Spicy Marinated Vegetables and Sardines on Toast
Don’t let the veggies hang out in the vinegar for too long. You want them to stay crunchy!
How to Cook Elaborate, Beautiful Meals for No One But Yourself
Sometimes, dinner for one is the best form of self-care.
Lamb Chops with Tomato Salad
You want that lamb fat to render out gently; it’ll eventually become part of the sauce that will tie the whole dish together.
This Eggplant Dip Is Smoky, Creamy Perfection
Don't have a charcoal grill? You can use gas or even an oven to make this summer staple.
Tapioca Pearl Pudding with Grilled Peaches and Pistachios
You’ll want something crunchy to go with the soft pudding. Pistachios are just the start! Choose any nut or seed you like.
Peach and Berry Cobbler with Cinnamon Cream
These three-ingredient biscuits work with any cobbler.
Meringue Clouds with Peach Curd
This not-too-sweet curd can also be drizzled over pancakes, berries, or ice cream.
Smoky Eggplant Dip
Serve this dip with chips, as part of a meze platter, or slather it on grilled chicken thighs.
Ultimate Healthyish Trail Mix
If you don’t want to go all out with a big variety of dried fruits and nuts (they can get expensive), you can limit yourself to two of each. Just be sure to include the salted roasted chickpeas; they’re addictive and provide a little hit of protein in this mix as well.