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All we are saying, is give turnips a chance.

Carla Hall’s juicy smothered pork chops serve up layer upon layer of Southern comfort.

Our better-than-ever broccoli cheddar is lighter, brighter, and less gloppy than the kind you’d find in your corporate cafeteria—with a creaminess that comes from blended potatoes and broccoli stalks rather than heavy cream.

This chicken noodle soup recipe is about as comforting as they come. 

A hearty blend of chicken, rice, fresh herbs, and a grandmother’s love.

The combination of juicy mixed citrus with sliced avocado and sautéed shrimp is striking and, yes, delicious—but we all know that the bed of crispy rice is why you’re here.

Childhood nostalgia gets a modern twist in this zippy, citrusy take on the classic grocery-store-style sugar cookie.

When you can’t decide between cake and cookie, bake classic New England hermits, which are dense, chewy, and spiced with Christmas flavors.

Almond paste makes these supremely fudgy cookies extra chewy, while coffee adds a savory note that complements the chocolate and nut flavors.

No more fighting for those corner slices of lasagna—each serving of this skillet lasagna delivers that coveted mix of crispy and cheesy.

Like the best possible Morning Glory muffins but with grated butternut squash instead of carrot.

Even though we could devour every last one of these hearty stuffed mussels on our own, we recommend making this feast a group activity. 

Tossed in a sticky, spicy honey glaze, these freezer-aisle fries are our most beloved texture: crispy-gone-soggy. 

They say there are two things in life you can rely on—death and enchiladas.

This extra-savory take on the Southern classic might be our favorite excuse to buy corn out of season.

This tender, gently spiced cake enrobed in dark chocolate ganache requires that you make your own sweet potato purée. And yes, it’s absolutely worth it.

For anyone who has ever thought they hate Hawaiian pizza: This pie is for you.

Fresh summer tomatoes take center stage with these saucy Margherita pizza-inspired beans.

Fresh orange juice, luxurious cocoa powder, and crunchy benne seeds transform fish fillets in Nicole A. Taylor’s genius recipe.

Bryant Terry’s luscious jackfruit tamales are not only a fascinating look at the crossover between Mexican and African American foodways, but proof that truly great tamales don’t require meat.

Sure, pickled cucumbers are great. But have you tried pickled cauliflower? Its crunchy brightness makes for an ideal counterpoint to rich dishes.

When you want the comfort of a meaty, cooked-all-day ragù but don’t have all day to cook one, reach for this speedier version.

Edna Lewis once said, “People should really leave grits alone.” We won’t argue with the queen, but Kia Damon’s creamy, custardy roasted sweet potato grits are proof that all rules have exceptions.

No frills and no fuss. This banana pudding is the real, decadent deal.