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My Mum's Little Berry Pies Are the Laziest Summer Dessert
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My Mum's Little Berry Pies Are the Laziest Summer Dessert

Let puff pastry and jam do all the hard work.
The Most Refreshing Ice Pops Are Made With Pickle Juice
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The Most Refreshing Ice Pops Are Made With Pickle Juice

Tangy, savory, and so easy, pickle pops are ideal for anyone who already loves salty drinks.
This Citrusy Twist on S’mores Is Like Lemon Meringue Pie Without All the Work
If You Have Eggs and Tomatoes, You Have Dinner
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If You Have Eggs and Tomatoes, You Have Dinner

This light, easy Chinese dish is my ultimate comfort.
Which Vegan Chicken Nuggets Actually Taste Good? A Blind Taste Test of Whole Foods, Impossible Foods, and More
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Which Vegan Chicken Nuggets Actually Taste Good? A Blind Taste Test of Whole Foods, Impossible Foods, and More

Most plant-based chicken nuggets are simply not worth it—but one brand outshone all others.
Store-Bought Shortcuts Make This 3-Ingredient Galette a Breeze
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Store-Bought Shortcuts Make This 3-Ingredient Galette a Breeze

Serve it hot, cold, or at room temp, for any meal of the day.
For the Best Salad Dressing, MSG Is Optional but Not Really
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For the Best Salad Dressing, MSG Is Optional but Not Really

A little goes a long way for bigger, bolder, better flavor.
The Best Dishes Bon Appétit Staffers Cooked in July 2022
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The Best Dishes Bon Appétit Staffers Cooked in July 2022

Hearty salads, summery pastas, and a riffable veggie burger.
Your Expert Guide to Safely Cooking With Ground Meat
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Your Expert Guide to Safely Cooking With Ground Meat

Tried and true safeguards, according to food scientists.
A Pastry Chef Trick for Getting the Most Out of Vanilla Beans
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A Pastry Chef Trick for Getting the Most Out of Vanilla Beans

Quickly charring the pods hugely intensifies the flavor.
Your Snack Aisle Impulse Buys Can Absolutely Be Used for Impressive Cooking Too
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Your Snack Aisle Impulse Buys Can Absolutely Be Used for Impressive Cooking Too

From smashed potato chips on salad to Cheez-It crumbs on pasta.
This Masa Harina Batter Can Make Anything Taste Like Tortilla Chips
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This Masa Harina Batter Can Make Anything Taste Like Tortilla Chips

It’s gluten-free and incredibly versatile, from crispy chicken to fish.
Guava-and-Cheese Doesn’t Stop at Pastelitos
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Guava-and-Cheese Doesn’t Stop at Pastelitos

This beloved Cuban flavor combo will make any baked good sing.
The Instant Pot Can Be Your Summer Cooking Hero
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The Instant Pot Can Be Your Summer Cooking Hero

When it’s too hot to turn on the stove but I can’t eat another salad, my electric pressure cooker comes to the rescue.
Sheet-Pan Pizza Is Cheaper Than Delivery, and Way More Fun
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Sheet-Pan Pizza Is Cheaper Than Delivery, and Way More Fun

The toppings are whatever is in your fridge right now. Go on, go look.
Look for These 6 Products When You Can’t Find Fresh Mango
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Look for These 6 Products When You Can’t Find Fresh Mango

From amchur in the spice aisle to purée in the freezer section, these ingredients are reliably at the ready.
How to Cut a Mango (Yes, Including the Hedgehog Method)
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How to Cut a Mango (Yes, Including the Hedgehog Method)

For salads, smoothies, salads, and, of course, snacking.
Semifreddo Is the No-Churn Frozen Treat of Your Dreams
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Semifreddo Is the No-Churn Frozen Treat of Your Dreams

It's customizable, and easier than ice cream
It's Time to Start Chilling Your Red Wine
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It's Time to Start Chilling Your Red Wine

Experts (and me) agree: Most reds could use a little time on ice.
Pitting Peaches With Pliers Actually Works Like a Charm
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Pitting Peaches With Pliers Actually Works Like a Charm

Peach pies, cobblers, and galettes just got a whole lot easier.
You Can Easily Make a Crudo Out of Anything—Here's How
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You Can Easily Make a Crudo Out of Anything—Here's How

This summery dish only looks fancy. It's actually the ultimate last-minute meal.
Yes, There Is a Correct Way to Microwave Food
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Yes, There Is a Correct Way to Microwave Food

It all comes down to three things.
Everything You Need to Know About Small but Mighty Chiltepín Chile
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Everything You Need to Know About Small but Mighty Chiltepín Chile

This pepper is not a one-dimensional ingredient.
Creamed Spinach Can Be Spectacular—With a Few Tricks
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Creamed Spinach Can Be Spectacular—With a Few Tricks

Kendra Vaculin gives this old-school steakhouse side a much-needed makeover.
This Spicy Potato Salad Hinges on a Trader Joe's Shortcut
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This Spicy Potato Salad Hinges on a Trader Joe's Shortcut

Enjoy it warm, cold, or at room temp.
Why and How You Should Butterfly Shrimp
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Why and How You Should Butterfly Shrimp

All you need is a paring knife and a little patience.
Everything You Need to Know about Field Peas, a Southern Staple
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Everything You Need to Know about Field Peas, a Southern Staple

Field peas taste like the big flavors of summer wrapped up in the tiniest of packages.
Improve Just About Any Meal With DIY Breadcrumbs
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Improve Just About Any Meal With DIY Breadcrumbs

Top your soups, salads, veggies, pasta—really anything.
I Have High Standards For Vada Pav—Here's How I Developed My Ultimate Version
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I Have High Standards For Vada Pav—Here's How I Developed My Ultimate Version

Thanks to four key elements, this vada pav takes me right back to Mumbai.
Pickle Dip Is the Holy Trifecta of Briny, Crunchy, and Creamy
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Pickle Dip Is the Holy Trifecta of Briny, Crunchy, and Creamy

For potato chips, cucumber wheels, radish hunks, seedy crackers, you name it.
The Key to a Softer, Chewier Cookie Is Agave Syrup
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The Key to a Softer, Chewier Cookie Is Agave Syrup

This simple swap will make any cookie feel “soft-baked.”
I Thought I Hated Okra Until I Tried It Pickled
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I Thought I Hated Okra Until I Tried It Pickled

It's the crunchy sour treat I love to keep in the fridge
How to Grill Burgers Like a Pro
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How to Grill Burgers Like a Pro

Stop guessing when to flip your burger patties. Here’s how we grill burgers without breaking a sweat.
How to Make the Best Margarita
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How to Make the Best Margarita

Customize your drink, improve your life.
Is Store Brand Marinara From Grocers Like Trader Joe's and Costco Good? A Blind Taste Test
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Is Store Brand Marinara From Grocers Like Trader Joe's and Costco Good? A Blind Taste Test

Our test kitchen found out which affordable store brands don’t sacrifice taste
What Can I Substitute for Cornstarch?
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What Can I Substitute for Cornstarch?

These six fine white powders will save you when your supply runs dry.
Saunf Mithai Is The Colorful, Fragrant Garnish Your Desserts Are Missing
Stay Cool This Summer With Vibrant, Floral, Easy-to-Make Granita
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Stay Cool This Summer With Vibrant, Floral, Easy-to-Make Granita

Seriously, there’s no fancy equipment required.
How to Store Berries so They Stay Fresher Longer
Make Juicy, Charred Chicken Without a Grill
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Make Juicy, Charred Chicken Without a Grill

All your at-home grilling dreams come true
This Tangy Sauce Showcases the Versatility of Rhubarb
Bon Appetit's Ultimate Guide to Cooking Well While Spending Less
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Bon Appetit's Ultimate Guide to Cooking Well While Spending Less

Find recipes, techniques, and guides to help you cook all-star meals—without blowing your budget.
Why Frozen Produce Will Always Be the Real MVP of Weeknight Cooking
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Why Frozen Produce Will Always Be the Real MVP of Weeknight Cooking

Having a freezer stocked with berries, greens, and peas has saved my butt in the kitchen more times than I can count (with no compromise on flavor).
Steaming Eggs Is the Fast-Track to a Cozy Dinner
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Steaming Eggs Is the Fast-Track to a Cozy Dinner

Eating these Korean steamed eggs will make you feel like you're getting a warm hug
You Can Absolutely Make $5-or-Less Tinned Fish Feel Like a Fancy Meal
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You Can Absolutely Make $5-or-Less Tinned Fish Feel Like a Fancy Meal

You most likely have everything you need in your pantry.
Cinnamon-Sugar Tteok Are the Chewy 5-Minute Dessert You Need
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Cinnamon-Sugar Tteok Are the Chewy 5-Minute Dessert You Need

Bouncy Korean rice cakes are just as good sweet as they are spicy.
How to Cook Shirataki, the Flavor-Absorbing Japanese Noodle That Never Gets Mushy
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How to Cook Shirataki, the Flavor-Absorbing Japanese Noodle That Never Gets Mushy

It’s bouncy, chewy, starchy, and so easy to prepare.
When Your Wilted Produce Needs New Life, Make This Pajeon
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When Your Wilted Produce Needs New Life, Make This Pajeon

The Korean pancake works well for fresh veggies, but it’s also a killer end-of-fridge dish
For a Stomach-Soothing Drink, Make These Freezable Ginger Shots
My Low-Effort, Highly Riffable Formula for a Trifle Everyone Will Love
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My Low-Effort, Highly Riffable Formula for a Trifle Everyone Will Love

No one will know that it only took minutes to make this dessert.