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Turn That Stale Bagel Into a Cheesy-Herby Frittata
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Turn That Stale Bagel Into a Cheesy-Herby Frittata

This thrifty recipe is a knockout weeknight dinner or weekend brunch.
What Are We Baking This Summer? Here Are Our Editors’ Picks
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What Are We Baking This Summer? Here Are Our Editors’ Picks

Including a jammy strawberry galette and a blueberry muffin cake.
Tangzhong Is the Secret to Plush, Poofy Homemade Bread
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Tangzhong Is the Secret to Plush, Poofy Homemade Bread

This technique is just a little extra effort, but it makes for the best-ever texture.
I Begged a Restaurant for This Outrageously Good Whipped Tofu Recipe
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I Begged a Restaurant for This Outrageously Good Whipped Tofu Recipe

It is creamy, swooshable, and only takes two minutes.
3-Ingredient Frozen Coffee Makes Mornings Bearable
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3-Ingredient Frozen Coffee Makes Mornings Bearable

Unlike iced coffee, this slushy won’t get watered down on a hot summer day.
To Clean Your Grill, Just Grab an Onion
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To Clean Your Grill, Just Grab an Onion

No harsh chemicals required.
What’s Really Happening With Grocery Prices?
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What’s Really Happening With Grocery Prices?

It’s complicated—here’s a midyear pulse check
Actually, You Should Add Oil to Your Pasta Water
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Actually, You Should Add Oil to Your Pasta Water

And it’s not to prevent the noodles from sticking together.
‘Dinner SOS’ Live With Padma Lakshmi, Ruth Reichl, and Marcus Samuelsson at Symphony Space
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‘Dinner SOS’ Live With Padma Lakshmi, Ruth Reichl, and Marcus Samuelsson at Symphony Space

Bon Appétit invited some of our favorite food experts to answer fans’ most-pressing cooking emergencies
There’s a Worm in My Corn! Who Is She?
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There’s a Worm in My Corn! Who Is She?

If you’re cooking corn this summer, you’ll likely cross paths with this notorious caterpillar.
How to Cut a Watermelon for Effortless Wedges, Cubes, or Sticks
What’s the Naked and Famous? A Better Aperol Cocktail
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What’s the Naked and Famous? A Better Aperol Cocktail

With mezcal and lime juice, this summery drink is all sorts of refreshing.
This Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting Is Tangy, Fluffy, and Totally Perfect
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This Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting Is Tangy, Fluffy, and Totally Perfect

With just a few ingredients, it will dramatically improve any and every cake.
This Giant Panna Cotta Is Wigglier, Jigglier, and a Lot More Fun
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This Giant Panna Cotta Is Wigglier, Jigglier, and a Lot More Fun

Topped with summer berries, this spoonable custard is easier to pull off and ready to wow a crowd.
Grate Frozen Fruit for the Quickest, Coolest Dessert
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Grate Frozen Fruit for the Quickest, Coolest Dessert

Turn strawberries—or mango, or pineapple—into instant shaved ice.
A Golden Hour, Happy Hour Menu for Juneteenth
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A Golden Hour, Happy Hour Menu for Juneteenth

To author Nicole A. Taylor, this holiday is the unofficial start of summer. Here’s how she’s celebrating this year.
Fig Jam Is the Secret to This Effortless BBQ Sauce
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Fig Jam Is the Secret to This Effortless BBQ Sauce

Its summery sweetness balances spicy mustard and smoky chipotles.
This Raspberry Curd Tastes Even Better Than It Looks
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This Raspberry Curd Tastes Even Better Than It Looks

And just look at it, for goodness’ sake.
This Lemon Vinaigrette Is Lemon-ier Than All the Others
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This Lemon Vinaigrette Is Lemon-ier Than All the Others

It features a whole lemon—rind, pith and all.
A Pro Hack for Making Any Pan Nonstick
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A Pro Hack for Making Any Pan Nonstick

This viral technique yields foolproof crispy salmon.
I Didn't Appreciate Yogurt Until I Left Iran
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I Didn't Appreciate Yogurt Until I Left Iran

From homemade labneh to whey sharbat, here’s how to make the most of it.
Garlic Scapes, Bacon, Soy Sauce—That’s the Recipe
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Garlic Scapes, Bacon, Soy Sauce—That’s the Recipe

If you see garlic scapes, grab them, then make this stir-fry.
This Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Is Trader Joe’s New Gem
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This Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Is Trader Joe’s New Gem

More May gems (and lumps of coal) right this way.
Spicy-Sweet Grilled Chicken and More Recipes BA Staff Made This Week
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Spicy-Sweet Grilled Chicken and More Recipes BA Staff Made This Week

Like a peppery strawberry salad and tart rhubarb juice.
What’s the Water Footprint of a Cheeseburger?
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What’s the Water Footprint of a Cheeseburger?

And what about almond milk? Or that avocado on the counter? Take this quiz to find out.
This Is the Best Thing to Do With a Rotisserie Chicken
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This Is the Best Thing to Do With a Rotisserie Chicken

Inspired by halal carts, this salad is quick enough to join your weeknight rotation.
Summer Is the Season for a Maximalist Dinner Party
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Summer Is the Season for a Maximalist Dinner Party

These recipes and tips from expert host Kendra Vaculin will get you there.
I’ll Never Make Tater Tots the Same Way Again
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I’ll Never Make Tater Tots the Same Way Again

This salty-spicy-sweet seasoning sends them over the top.
How to Make a Pristine Glass of Iced Tea
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How to Make a Pristine Glass of Iced Tea

We’ve got three different methods, based on the type of tea you’re brewing.
Don’t Throw Out Radish Greens—Stir-Fry Them Instead
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Don’t Throw Out Radish Greens—Stir-Fry Them Instead

This Taiwanese recipe puts those springtime radish leaves to good use.
Risotto Takes Forever—Make Yours With Orzo Instead
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Risotto Takes Forever—Make Yours With Orzo Instead

It’s creamy and velvety, with none of the standing around.
I’m a Bartender and Yes, I Use Gatorade in Cocktails
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I’m a Bartender and Yes, I Use Gatorade in Cocktails

Before you roll your eyes—here’s why it works from a flavor perspective.
The 2-Ingredient Carajillo Puts Espresso Martinis to Shame
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The 2-Ingredient Carajillo Puts Espresso Martinis to Shame

This Mexican coffee cocktail is your pick-me-up on a lazy summer afternoon.
Is Burnt Food Safe to Eat?
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Is Burnt Food Safe to Eat?

Humans have always been drawn to charred foods. That might not be such a great thing.
What Is Pectin, Anyway?
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What Is Pectin, Anyway?

The gelling agent behind your favorite jam—think of it as gelatin’s vegan cousin.
For Flawless Fried Eggs, Start With a Cold Pan
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For Flawless Fried Eggs, Start With a Cold Pan

This counterintuitive technique means no more overcooked yolks or rubbery whites.
This Is the Summer of Lighting Your Fruit on Fire
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This Is the Summer of Lighting Your Fruit on Fire

Why should bananas have all the fun?
Which Hot Dog Brand Is Best? A Blind Taste Test of Oscar Mayer, Hebrew National, and More
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Which Hot Dog Brand Is Best? A Blind Taste Test of Oscar Mayer, Hebrew National, and More

Because your summer BBQs deserve the best. (Or at the very least, not the worst.)
How to Make Grilled Corn on the Cob
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How to Make Grilled Corn on the Cob

A comprehensive guide to buying, grilling, and zhuzhing your summer bounty.
NY Approves Statewide Gas Stove Ban in New Buildings
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NY Approves Statewide Gas Stove Ban in New Buildings

The first statewide ban in the US, it will affect home cooks for years to come.
I Begged a Bakery for Its Cult-Favorite Tofu Marinade
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I Begged a Bakery for Its Cult-Favorite Tofu Marinade

They once tried to take it off the menu. That didn’t go well.
This Cream Cheese and Olive Sandwich Doesn’t Have to Explain Itself to You
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This Cream Cheese and Olive Sandwich Doesn’t Have to Explain Itself to You

A three-ingredient sandwich you’ll either love or hate. But let’s go with love!
Add a Pinch of Salt to Your Coffee
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Add a Pinch of Salt to Your Coffee

It tames the bitterness and supercharges the flavor.
Scissor-Cut Noodles and More Recipes BA Staff Cooked in April 2023
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Scissor-Cut Noodles and More Recipes BA Staff Cooked in April 2023

Like brothy udon and squishy rice rolls.
You’ve Gotta Make Your Own Noodles
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You’ve Gotta Make Your Own Noodles

Eight techniques, endless possibilities—you pick where to start.
Yes, You Can Make Homemade Noodles on a Weeknight
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Yes, You Can Make Homemade Noodles on a Weeknight

With these two test-kitchen-favorite techniques.