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A Carrot Wellington for Your Spring Celebrations
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A Carrot Wellington for Your Spring Celebrations

Sounds like the punchline to a joke about vegetarianism. Actually a showstopping main dish.
I Need a Pistachio Cake Recipe
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I Need a Pistachio Cake Recipe

On this episode of Dinner SOS, the BA Bake Club is back with a brand new cake recipe. Plus, a baking icon makes a special guest appearance.
There’s No Matzo Ball Recipe Better Than the Mix
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There’s No Matzo Ball Recipe Better Than the Mix

Not all comfort food needs to be made from scratch.
The One-Skillet Shrimp That Makes Any Night Date Night
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The One-Skillet Shrimp That Makes Any Night Date Night

April’s Feel-Good Food Plan is all about fostering connection over sharable, TV-free dinners.
This Coconut-Chile Salmon Got Me Excited About Fish Again
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This Coconut-Chile Salmon Got Me Excited About Fish Again

A delightful 30-minute recipe to add to the weekly meal plan.
16 Standout Cookbooks for Spring 2025
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16 Standout Cookbooks for Spring 2025

Here are the titles our editors are cooking from at home—recipes included.
6 Common Food Additives You Should Know About
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6 Common Food Additives You Should Know About

Preservatives, emulsifiers, and other food additives perform pivotal roles in packaged foods. Here’s what you need to know about what they do.
Sheet-Pan Chicken With Grapes and More Recipes We Made This Week
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Sheet-Pan Chicken With Grapes and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like cornbread breakfast casserole and lamb burgers.
How to Safely Pack Kitchen Knives for Travel
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How to Safely Pack Kitchen Knives for Travel

We asked a knife expert for his pro tips.
How to Grill Fish, Whole or Filleted
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How to Grill Fish, Whole or Filleted

Whether you snagged a tuna steak, a side of salmon, or a whole red snapper, we have tips.
These Protein-Packed Cutlets Were a Birthday Request
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These Protein-Packed Cutlets Were a Birthday Request

Some people want cake. Test kitchen editor Jesse wanted chicken.
I Need Plant-Based Protein Recipes
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I Need Plant-Based Protein Recipes

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Shilpa are here to help George tackle plant-based proteins.
The Dish That Got My Toddler to Eat More Than Chicken Nuggets
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The Dish That Got My Toddler to Eat More Than Chicken Nuggets

For a few months we gave in. Then we tried this simple technique.
It‘s Back to Basics Week on 'Dinner SOS'
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It‘s Back to Basics Week on 'Dinner SOS'

Chris and his Bon Appétit colleagues are here to answer all things back to basics.
The Mushroom Stir-Fry That Pleases Both My Co-Parents
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The Mushroom Stir-Fry That Pleases Both My Co-Parents

All four of us—three partners, one baby—have our food preferences. This dinner works for everyone.
Can You Refreeze Food? It Depends
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Can You Refreeze Food? It Depends

A culinary scientist’s tips for safely refreezing meat, produce, soups, and more.
Which Sunflower Seed Butter Is Best?
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Which Sunflower Seed Butter Is Best?

We tried 10 varieties, including creamy and crunchy, sweetened and unsweetened.
Want Puffy Rotis? You Need Atta
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Want Puffy Rotis? You Need Atta

You’re one ingredient away from ethereal homemade flatbread.
I Need a Foolproof Cheesecake Recipe
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I Need a Foolproof Cheesecake Recipe

Jesse and Shilpa are back with BA Bake Club. This month the duo tells us how to make a textbook Basque cheesecake imbued with the bittersweet flavors of tiramisu.
How to Safely Use Expired Milk
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How to Safely Use Expired Milk

Expired doesn’t necessarily mean spoiled. Here’s how to tell the difference.
A High-Protein, Low-Carb Dosa Recipe to Fuel Your Mornings
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A High-Protein, Low-Carb Dosa Recipe to Fuel Your Mornings

Managing diabetes or just keeping your blood sugar in check? March’s Feel-Good Food Plan is here to start your day off right.
Make-Ahead Lentil Salad and More Recipes We Made This Week
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Make-Ahead Lentil Salad and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like coconut tempeh larb and mochi pancakes.
Chefs Are Falling Back in Love With Steaming. You Should Too
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Chefs Are Falling Back in Love With Steaming. You Should Too

Get started with the tenderest fish, elegant cabbage rolls, and more.
Brothy Beans That Don’t Need to Simmer All Day
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Brothy Beans That Don’t Need to Simmer All Day

Consider this the coziest thing you can do with a can of chickpeas.
A 2-Ingredient Super Sauce for Any Noodle in Your Pantry
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A 2-Ingredient Super Sauce for Any Noodle in Your Pantry

Hoisin plus tomatillo salsa? It’s savory, tangy, and unexpectedly perfect.
I Need Fast, No-Cook Lunch Ideas
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I Need Fast, No-Cook Lunch Ideas

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Jesse help Karen tackle easy no-cook lunch recipes.
A 5-Minute Tofu to Round Out My Weeknight Meals
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A 5-Minute Tofu to Round Out My Weeknight Meals

It’s equal parts comforting and quick, all thanks to my microwave.
The Best Caesar Dressing You Can Buy at the Store
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The Best Caesar Dressing You Can Buy at the Store

We tried 19 Caesar dressings—Ken’s, Cardini, Marzetti, and more—to find our favorite.
I Need Good Recipes for One
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I Need Good Recipes for One

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris, Jesse, and Kendra help listeners find inspiration and joy in cooking for themselves.
The Chicken Pastina My Toddler Adores
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The Chicken Pastina My Toddler Adores

When he suddenly rejected vegetables, this recipe was the solution.
What Should I Bring to a Dinner Party? (That Isn’t Wine)
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What Should I Bring to a Dinner Party? (That Isn’t Wine)

Nobody’s mad at an extra bottle of Pinot Noir, but these other items might be more helpful to the host.
How to Throw a Dinner Party With Just $60
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How to Throw a Dinner Party With Just $60

Test kitchen editor Kendra Vaculin shares her dream menu and tips for hosting on a budget.
I Need a Pizza Dough Recipe That's Actually Good
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I Need a Pizza Dough Recipe That's Actually Good

Jesse and Shilpa are back with BA Bake Club to talk all things pizza.
A Simple Way to Make Nourishing Bone Broth
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A Simple Way to Make Nourishing Bone Broth

With these expert tips, you can have a flavorful, nutrient-rich broth in just a few hours.
I Stand by My Pineapple-Mayonnaise Sandwich
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I Stand by My Pineapple-Mayonnaise Sandwich

It's a three-ingredient, pantry-friendly Southern classic.
Chef Daniel Humm on Eleven Madison Park’s Plant-Based Chapter
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Chef Daniel Humm on Eleven Madison Park’s Plant-Based Chapter

Jamila sits down with Chef Daniel Humm, Chef & Owner of famed New York City restaurant Eleven Madison Park, to talk about how fine dining weathered the pandemic, why his restaurant went entirely plant-based, and how he's thinking about legacy.
A Citrusy Oatmeal to Chase Away the Winter Blues
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A Citrusy Oatmeal to Chase Away the Winter Blues

February's Feel-Good Food Plan is filled with bright recipes and soothing habits.
Gochujang Sloppy Joes and More Recipes We Made This Week
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Gochujang Sloppy Joes and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like roasted chicken with winter squash and chocolate olive oil cake.
The Best Meal Prep Is a Sunday Dinner Party
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The Best Meal Prep Is a Sunday Dinner Party

This simple company-worthy menu sets you up for a week of easy dinners.
How to Bake a Homemade Wedding Cake
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How to Bake a Homemade Wedding Cake

You don’t have to be a pro baker to pull off this big-occasion dessert.
This Microwaveable Chana Masala Regularly Saves Dinner
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This Microwaveable Chana Masala Regularly Saves Dinner

Tasty Bite is the flavorful convenience food our test kitchen editors can’t get enough of.
I Need Cozy Winter Recipes
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I Need Cozy Winter Recipes

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris, Jesse, and Shilpa inspire listeners to lean into cozy winter cooking.
Nothing Can Prepare You for Birth&-but Try Making Wontons
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Nothing Can Prepare You for Birth—but Try Making Wontons

Stocking my freezer turned out to be the best version of nesting.