Nut-Free

It's not about the number of steps or ingredients in a dish. If you shop smart, buying peak-season produce and quality protein, you don't have to do much at all (like with this easy salad recipe).

Keeping the garlic whole and removing once it has added enough flavor will keep the flavor more mild, but if you want more of a punch, grate it before adding and leave it in.

If you can't find sablefish, swap in lox, NBD.

Outrageously crunchy.

You'll fall in love with this light dessert once you finally buy a cherry pitter (worth it).

Never mad about shishito peppers making an appearance.

A beautifully simple salad.

Cutting those slits in the fish is key. They help the fish cook more quickly and make it easier to tell when it's done.

Super easy meatballs in under 5 ingredients, phewph!

Here’s your opportunity to use up berries that are slightly past their prime.

Must love lemon.

In case you were wondering, yes, it must be Hellmann’s.

This tart recipe is the adult version of the toaster snack you loved as a kid but with a lot less sugar.

We highly recommend using more than one type of radish for this salad—it really makes a difference in both texture and presentation.

Any type of tomatoes will work, though cherry tomatoes hold their shape well. If what you’ve got is a couple of ripe beefsteaks or Romas, cut them into 1" pieces and carry on.

You can replace some of the cilantro or parsley with other tender herbs—basil, dill, chives. Just make sure to include the tarragon; it gives the dip an anise-y, bittersweet punch.

Give your knife a few swipes on the sharpener and try to slice the grilled tenderloin as thinly as possible (think roast beef from the deli). It’ll make these open-faced pork sandwiches a lot easier to eat and such a difference in texture.

It’s all in the details with this fennel salad recipe. Taste after each step to reach the perfect balance between salt and acid.

Rule for straightforward summer grilling: Pair rich, smoky charred meats with crisp, acidic vegetables. This helps refresh the palate between bites.

Nduja is traditionally made with pork, but because salmon is a fatty fish, it works well too.

If you want boozier pops, increase the gin to ⅓ cup.

The crumble recipe is already gluten-free, so replace the 3 Tbsp. flour in the filling with 1 Tbsp. cornstarch to make this dessert recipe completely gluten-free.

Double up on the topping and save half for later. Baked on its own, it’s great with yogurt.

Make sure to add the lemon juice just before serving so that the vinaigrette holds its vibrant color.