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Absolutely Perfect Steaks

From the book Grillin’ with Gas by

A how-to recipe for perfectly grilled steak, just in time for Father’s Day.

cherry clafouti

Almost Classic Cherry Clafouti

From the book The All-New, All-Purpose Joy of Cooking by , , and

An inspired cake that takes advantage of the season’s sweet cherries.

Apple Cake with Brown-
Sugar Frosting

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A Culinate favorite: apple-filled cake with frosting that tastes like maple-bar icing.

apricot streusel cake

Apricot Streusel Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Make this cake with summer’s juiciest apricots.

almond chicken

Arlington Almond Chicken

From the collection

Shake and bake.

pork kebabs

Asian Pork Kebabs with Apricot Mayonnaise

From the book Robin to the Rescue by

A simple, stove-top recipe.

grilled eggplant

Basic Southeast Asian Marinade

From the book Marinades, Rubs, Brines, Cures, and Glazes by

This versatile marinade is a catalog of Southeast Asian flavors.

roast potatoes

Bay-Roasted Potatoes with Garlic and Herbs

By , from the Matthew Card collection
black bottom cupcakes

Black Bottom Cupcakes

From the book The All-New, All-Purpose Joy of Cooking by , , and

Frosting-free cupcakes, like this beloved favorite from ‘The Joy of Cooking,’ are still crowd-pleasers.

Blueberry Cinnamon Muffins

From the collection

Braised Chicken with Polenta

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A pared-down version of coq au vin to serve over polenta or mashed potatoes.

Braised Red Cabbage with Apple and Juniper

From the collection

Stunning color for the winter table.

Broccoli Salad with Ginger Vinaigrette

From the book Fresh Food Fast by

This Peter Berley recipe brings a favorite vegetable up a notch.

Cantaloupe Jam, Mint, preserves

Cantaloupe Jam with Mint

From the book The Joy of Jams, Jellies, and Other Sweet Preserves by

A smooth, seasonal treat from Linda Ziedrich.

caramel toffee bars

Caramel Toffee Bars

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Flaky, chewy shortbread topped with sticky, caramelly almonds.

Carrot Salad with Moroccan Flavors

From the collection

Hey, carrot tops, have I got a salad for you!

carrot-pineapple cake

Carrot-Pineapple Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A birthday favorite that’s terrifically sweet and rich.

Chicken Souvlaki

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

This Greek sandwich is a meal in itself.

chocolate bundt pound cake

Chocolate Bundt Pound Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A chocolatey take on James Villas’ beloved pound-cake recipe from Saveur.

Chocolate Chip Cookies

From the book Good to the Grain by

Big, chewy cookies made entirely with whole-wheat flour.

chocolate sour cream cake

Chocolate Sour Cream Bundt Cake with Chocolate Glaze

From the book Bi-Rite Market’s Eat Good Food by and

From Bi-Rite Market’s ‘Eat Good Food’ comes this beauty of a cake.

cinnamon rolls

Cinnamon Rolls

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

An easy overnight recipe.

City (Beach) Salad

From the Culinate Kitchen collection by

A salad that tastes almost as good at home as it did on that weekend getaway.

Clam, Shrimp and Scallop Pan Roast

From the book Dinosaur Bar-B-Que by and

Serve with a spoon and plenty of good bread to sop up all the tasty sauce.

Classic Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée

From the book Crème Brûlée by

Learn to make the definitive version of this dessert.

cowgirl cookies

Cowgirl Cookies with Dried Cherries and Dark Chocolate

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

This variation on the classic Cowboy Cookie is perfect for the lunchbox.

creamy chocolate cookies

Creamy Chocolate Cookies

From the book The Fannie Farmer Cookbook by

An easy cookie to whip up when a chocolate craving strikes.

Crumble Bars

From the book Good to the Grain by

Make Kim Boyce’s bars with apple butter in winter, berry jam in summer.

CSA salad

CSA Salad with Lime-Ginger Dressing

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Pair seasonal vegetables and salad greens with an Asian-inspired dressing.

cultural mongrel slaw

Cultural Mongrel Cabbage Slaw

By , from the Contributors collection

Easy-peasy, and everyone likes it.

Cumin-Crusted Salmon with Citrus Butter

From the book Chanterelle by and

A recipe from New York’s acclaimed Chanterelle.

Dried Cherry Muffins

From the book The New Basics Cookbook by and

A “New Basics” recipe updated with whole-wheat pastry flour.

Everyday Yogurt Cake

By , from the book Cake Keeper Cakes

A breeze to make, this cake pairs beautifully with sliced fruit.

faux trifle

Faux Strawberry Trifle

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Try this faster version of an English party classic.

berry tart

Fresh Raspberry Blueberry Tart with a Shortbread Crust

From the book The Cape Cod Table by

This free-form shortbread crust is a perfect start if you are new to pastry-making.

Fruit and Nut Muffins

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Bananas and blueberries sweeten these snacks.

fudgy brownies

Fudgy Brownies

From the book The Essence of Chocolate by and

The essence of chocolate.

Garlicky Roasted Broccoli

From the book Grow Cook Eat by

No worries about burnt garlic with Willi Galloway’s method here, from her book ‘Grow Cook Eat.’

lemon bars

Ginger Pecan Lemon Bars

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Tangy lemon bars with a nutty crust.

Grand Central Bakery Pumpkin Bread

From the book The Grand Central Baking Book by and

A favorite recipe from the new Grand Central Baking Book.

Green Enchiladas with Chicken

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A casserole in green sauce.

spatchcocked chickens

Grill-Smoked Spatchcocked Chickens

From the collection

This method of grilling results in moist, flavorful chicken.

grilled shrimp with salad

Grilled Garlic Shrimp

With Mâche, Avocado, and Red Onion Salad

From the book Cooking for Two by

This recipe for two from Jessica Strand can easily be doubled.

heath bar cookies

Heath Bar Cookies

From the collection

Heath Bar ice cream move aside; cookies are here.

House Rice

50-50 White and Brown Rice

From the book Simply Ming One-Pot Meals by and
chocolate icebox pie

Icebox Cake

From the collection

An easy chocolate-pudding pie.

Iron Maiden Spinach Salad

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A tasty salad tossed with a citrus dressing and toasted pumpkin seeds.

italian plum cake

Italian Plum Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A quick and easy cake that both kids and adults appreciate.

strawberry pie

Joan Ohm’s Fresh Strawberry Pie

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A not-to-miss seasonal recipe from a favorite bakery.

Killer Pumpkin Pancakes

From the book The Crabby Cook Cookbook by

We were won over by these moist, spicy cakes from ‘The Crabby Cook.’

Kohlrabi Greens with Toasted Sesame Oil and Soy Sauce

From the collection

Don’t toss those greens; cook and dress with Asian flavors instead.

Kristen Hortenbach’s Famous Blood Orange Yogurt Cake

From the book One Big Table by

Molly O’Neill features this tasty cake from the Picky Cook in her ‘One Big Table.’

Kung Pao Chicken
with House Rice

From the book Simply Ming One-Pot Meals by and

A classic that’s become a family favorite from ‘Simply Ming.’

posole

Lazy Man’s Posole

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Make this classic Mexican soup in less than 30 minutes.

Leila Abu-Saba’s Egyptian Red Lentil Soup

From the book One Big Table by

From ‘One Big Table,’ a humble and satisfying soup that’s easy to make.

Lemon Chicken Breasts

From the book Barefoot Contessa How Easy is That? by

From the Barefoot Contessa’s ‘How Easy is That?’ comes this dinner-saving recipe.

Lemon Cornmeal Muffins with Berries

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Lemon zest adds zing to these easy-to-make breakfast muffins.

lemon tart

Lemon Tart (Tarte au Citron)

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

An elegantly simple French classic.

Macaroni and Cauliflower Cheese Bake

From the book Jamie’s Food Revolution by

Comfort food with veg, from Jamie Oliver.

Mango Fool

From the collection

Fresh mangoes — or peaches — are folded into yogurt and whipped cream.

mary's texas sheet cake

Mary’s Texas Sheet Cake

From the collection

Cinnamon-chocolate-buttermilk cake topped with chocolate icing and pecans.

tea cookies

Matcha Tea Leaf Shortbreads

From the book Unforgettable Desserts by

From ‘Unforgettable Desserts’ by Dede Wilson.

Minestrone Soup

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Parmesan rind added to the soup while it’s cooking adds a mysterious and delicious flavor.

winter apple salad

Mixed Greens with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Apples

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Tangy, sweet, salty, nutty — what more could you want in a salad?

Mom’s Lasagne

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Feel the love with a pan of homemade lasagne like Mom used to make.

Mrs. Hedin’s Cardamom Rolls

By , from the Anne Zimmerman collection
ruth reichl sour cream cake

Nicky’s Vanilla Cake

From the book Garlic and Sapphires by

From Ruth Reichl, a sour-cream-enhanced cake to bake any time.

Noodles with Peanut Sauce and Chicken

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Delicious at any temperature — hot, warm, or cold.

millet cookies

Not-for-the-Birds Millet Cookies

From the Culinate Kitchen collection by

Everyone likes these sweet whole-grain treats.

Oatmeal-Apple Pancakes

From the Culinate Kitchen collection by

Inspired by Kim Boyce, these pancakes are a good way to use leftover oatmeal.

Orange Frosted Pumpkin Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A moist and delicious cake with a creamy orange frosting.

chocolate gâteau

Papa Haydn’s Chocolate Gâteau

From the book Deep Dark Chocolate by

Chocolatey heaven on a plate.

Peach and Raspberry Cobbler

From the collection
pear and ginger cake

Pear and Ginger Cake

From the book Bake! by

A delicious fruity, spicy cake from Nick Malgieri’s newest book, ‘Bake!’

perfect brownies

Perfect Brownies

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Exactly halfway between cake and fudge.

Perfectly Great Turkey Burgers

From the book Fire It Up by and

From the new book ‘Fire It Up,’ these burgers are moist and rich and dripping with flavor.

lamb kebabs with sabzi

Persian Kebabs

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Grilled lamb or beef with yogurt sauce, fresh herbs, radishes, and flatbread.

Plum Torte

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Late-summer Italian plums are delicious baked in a cake.

Pork Loin with Poblano Chiles

From the book I Like Food, Food Tastes Good by

This tasty recipe comes from Nate Query, the bassist with the band The Decemberists.

potato and corn chowder

Potato and Corn Chowder with Smoked Fish

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A confluence of summer and fall ingredients spiked with bacon.

cranberry bread

Quick Cranberry Bread

From the book Beard on Bread by

A favorite James Beard recipe to make for the holidays.

Rhubarb Almond Cake

From the Culinate Kitchen collection by

Make this amazing cake for your Mother’s Day festivities.

Rhubarb Buttermilk Tart

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Here’s a simple, pretty, and delicious spring dessert to bake and enjoy.

Rhubarb Custard Pie

From the book Bubby’s Homemade Pies by and

Irresistible rhubarb pastry from the book ‘Bubby’s Homemade Pies.’

beans and rice

Rice and Beans

From the Culinate Kitchen collection by

Here’s a reliably simple dish that lends itself to interpretation.

Roasted Green Beans with Roasted Red Peppers and Hazelnuts

From the collection

Everyone will love this full-flavored vegetable dish.

Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Aleppo Pepper Rub

From the book The City Cook by

Kate McDonough combines a few ingredients and minimal preparation to great effect.

Roasted Tomatoes and Pumpkin Seed Pesto Tacos

From the book Tacos by

Put this recipe in your queue for summer’s tomato season.

Sesame Noodles with Asparagus Tips

From the book Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone by

Use the last of the season’s asparagus for this Deborah Madison recipe.

stir-fried cabbage with lamb

Sour Napa Cabbage with Lamb

By , from the Matthew Amster-Burton collection

Serve with steamed rice.

Spaghetti and Meatballs

From the book Beef by

Combine fresh and canned tomatoes in this classic recipe.

spanakopita

Spanakopita

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

An easier version of the Greek classic.

Spicy Chicken Barley Soup with Sweet Potatoes and Spinach

From the book In the Kitchen with a Good Appetite by

A nutritious and delicious meal-in-a-bowl from Melissa Clark.

split-pea soup

Split Pea Soup with Ham

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

An easy soup to make for a satisfying (and cheap) meal-in-a-bowl.

Steel-Cut-Oatmeal Bars

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Steel-cut oats for the person who doesn’t have time to make them.

broccoli beef

Stir-Fry Beef with Broccoli and Red Peppers

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Serve this quick stir-fry with brown rice and a bowl of tangerines.

apple strudel

Strudel

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Stuffed Bell Peppers

From the Culinate Kitchen collection by

An update of the classic — with ground buffalo and brown rice.

fruit tarts

Summer Fruit Tart

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

This classic French dessert isn’t complicated when you understand its components.

summer pudding

Summer Pudding

From the collection

Suzanne’s Fudge Bars

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Craving chocolate? These bars hit the spot!

Tarte Tatin

From the book The Grand Central Baking Book by and

You can use premade puff pastry for this impressive but uncomplicated Grand Central Bakery recipe.

The Basic Burger

From the book How to Cook Everything (Completely Revised 10th Anniversary Edition) by

Mark Bittman’s go-to hamburger is just the thing for Memorial Day weekend.

Upside-Down Sweet Cherry Cake

From the book Rustic Fruit Desserts by and

A rich and glorious cake that will impress all who eat it.

Walnut Biscotti

From the book Chez Panisse Cooking by and

Our recipe editor has long loved these crunchy, nutty, Italian-style biscuits.

watermelon mint granita

Watermelon Mint Granita

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Summertime recipes don’t get more refreshing than this.

bean, squash, and kale soup

White Bean, Orange Squash, and Kale Soup

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A flavorful and filling meal in a bowl.

strawberry pancakes

Whole Grain Buttermilk Pancakes

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Ditch the boxed pancake mix! Serve these beauties with fresh strawberries.

whole-wheat apple pancakes

Whole-Wheat Apple Pancakes

From the book So Easy by

From Ellie Krieger’s new book, ‘So Easy,’ comes this seasonal breakfast recipe.

Yaki Udon

By , from the Matthew Amster-Burton collection

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