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Low investment and high reward, this not-so-traditional larb is the unofficial late-night meal of much of the BA staff.

Potatoes meet butter in this crispy, golden cake fit for a French bistro.

Also known as a fancy French potato puff.

France’s silky-smooth take on mashed potatoes.

A classic for Jewish holidays that’s too good not to make all year.

Great for all kinds of dinner dates.

A little sweet, a little eggy, with a soft, custardy center and plenty of crispy noodles on top.

With deeply browned edges and creamy centers, these basic roasted sweet potatoes are ready to dress up however you’d like.

An immediately familiar and comforting dish from Agnes and Sherman in Houston.

This savory babka is braided with a whole head of garlic, fresh parsley, and salty Parmesan.

A cool, custardy treat for the hottest days and beyond.

Riff on the lunchbox staple. Mayo-haters deserve tuna, too.

Elegant enough for a dinner party centerpiece, sturdy enough to take the leftovers for lunch tomorrow.

So much more affordable than ordering from those fast casual salad chains.

A spicy-funky upgrade for lettuce cups, sandwiches, and more.

Boxed cornbread mix becomes its very best self thanks to cheddar cheese, sour cream, and lots of chives.

Choose your own adventure at the supermarket with marinated artichokes, beans, peppers, and of course, olives.

A summer side with main dish energy.

Creamy, vinegary, and with lots of fresh dill.

A beefed-up take on a BBQ staple.

This Caribbean classic, made with beets for a magenta hue, looks as striking as it tastes.

A one-pot celebration of summer vegetables.

Chicken salad, pasta salad, and Caesar salad, all in one.

This recipe requires exactly zero skill and provides ample opportunity to be amazed by yourself and the wonders of yeast.