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
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Herb Jam
This versatile condiment takes a page from Paula Wolfert’s original version in her book, The Slow Mediterranean Kitchen, in which a surplus of greens gets cooked down to a deeply savory jammy consistency.
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Summer Bolognese
Think of this weeknight-friendly pasta recipe as a lighter take on the classic Italian ragù that features cherry tomatoes, a red chile for some heat, and tons of fresh basil.
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Cashew Nam Prik
Nam prik is a delicious chile-based dip found all over Thailand. Here's our healthyish take on it.
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Pan con Tomate
Spoiler alert: We broke with tradition. Instead of rubbing toast with cut tomatoes, we grated the tomatoes to make a raw sauce that the bread can really absorb.
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Tomato Salad with Warm Basil Dressing
This savory infused oil is about to open up your salad world.
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Tomatoes With Fig and Prosciutto
This salad is a riff on melon and prosciutto. We swapped the melon for jammy figs and sweet tomatoes.
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All Day Every Day Sauce
Once you’ve paired this sauce with all sorts of vegetables and proteins, reinvent it.
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New-and-Improved Greek Salad
The method for marinating the feta is also a good trick for other fresh cheeses—try goat, mozzarella, or paneer.
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Cheesy Stuffed Tomatoes
They’re stuffed with garlic, pistachios, and stretchy molten-mozzarella.
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Spaghetti With No-Cook Puttanesca
A bright, summertime pasta sauce packed with in-season tomatoes and briny olives.
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Tomato and Parmesan Risotto
Use the smallest tomatoes you can find at the market for this recipe—they’ll be extra sweet.
Restaurants
How to Spend a Big Fat Pride Weekend in New York City
From a next-gen gay bar to a Cali-Latin eatery (with a Jennifer Lopez–themed bathroom), these are some of Andy Baraghani’s favorite queer-owned and -operated businesses.
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Glazy Barbecued Summer Squash
The crosshatch pattern isn’t just for show (even though it does look cool)!
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Garlicky Grilled Squid with Marinated Peppers
As if grilled squid that's tender in the middle and charred on the exterior weren't good enough, we're pairing it with smoky bell peppers and a lemony herb salad.
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Grilled Salt-and-Pepper Black Bass with Curry Verde
If you can learn how to cook a whole fish, you'll have summer's most impressive dinner in your back pocket.
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Grilled Shrimp With Turmeric Mojo Sauce
Shrimp, unlike chicken or steak, can take on the flavors of a bright, acidic marinade in minutes, making it a good choice for last-minute grilling.
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Grilled Scallops With Nori, Ginger, and Lime
We always seek out dry scallops, which will sear and caramelize better. Ask your fishmonger before you buy—it really makes a difference.
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Clams With Spicy Tomato Broth and Garlic Mayo
If you don't have a grill, don't sweat it: Just heat the cast-iron skillet over medium on your stovetop. Inside or out, you’ll still have buttery clams to enjoy.