The only real trick to this stiff summery sensation is resisting the temptation to snitch a swig before it’s time.

Fruity Beer Sorbet
What’s that? Fruity beers are for the girls? Hmmm. Does the same go for fruity beer sorbets?
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- 20 M
- 2 H, 20 M
- 8

Watermelon with Fleur de Sel
The simplest and most summery dessert we know–complete with juice dribbling down your chin–just got even more spectacular.
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- 5 M
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Frozen Gin Fizz
We know, we know. Blender drinks are for sissies–or so you may think. If that’s the case, take a sip of this stiff riff on the gin and tonic. Then get back to us.
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- 5 M
- 5 M
- 3

Southside Cocktail
Mint. Muddled. Mine. More. When we’ve got this gin-based mojito on our minds, those are about the only words we can muster.
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- 5 M
- 5 M
- 15

Asparagus with Brioche Crumbs
Perhaps the quickest, richest, savviest strategy for gussying up spring stalks that you’ve ever encountered.
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- 10 M
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Chive Blossom Vinegar
Remember your mom telling you “Pretty is as pretty does…”? This lovely elixir knows no distinction–it’s just pretty through and through.
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- 5 M
- 36

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
A classic, perfected. (Yes, we know, you’ve been promised this before by others. But we mean it.)
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- 15 M
- 1 D, 1 H
- 27

The Derby Cocktail
Bourbon. Curaçao. Sweet vermouth. Lime. We’re sad we didn’t concoct this comforting little ditty. But glad somebody did.
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- 5 M
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Easy Rhubarb Jam
Pink never seemed so pretty. Or so easy peasy. These fetching rhubarb preserves rely on just four ingredients and an occasional stir. No prior canning experience required.
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- 45 M
- 1 H
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Roasted Asparagus
Thinking a recipe for roast asparagus isn’t necessary? We thought so, too…until we tried this uber-reliable technique. Perfect spears, time after time.
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- 25 M
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Smashed Potatoes
Before you roll your eyes and mutter, “Do I need another mashed potato recipe?” we suggest you try these simple, sinful, pleasingly chunky smashed spuds. The answer, you’ll find, is yes.
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- 30 M
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Spring Asparagus and Asiago Gratin
Here’s an easy, elegant way to coax stalky asparagus to goodness, with cheese and bread crumbs concealing all manner of out-of-season vegetal sins.
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- 30 M
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Coca Cola Brisket
A Southern classic, this heartachingly tender brisket draws on just four ingredients, including a can of Coca Cola. Tasting is, truly, understanding.
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- 15 M
- 3 H, 25 M
- 22

Blue Cheese Dip
Tired of settling for an ordinary blue cheese dip that practically necessitates a search party to locate a stray chunk of cheese swimming in mayo? This one won’t disappoint.
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- 5 M
- 5 M
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Braised Saffron Carrots
A sweet-tart side dish sensation. These carrots of any–or many–hues take a turn for the better when braised in olive oil with a pinch of saffron and a splash of vinegar.
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- 35 M
- 7

Apple Spiced Bourbon Toddies
Infinitely more complex than the toddy of yore, this little number owes its lure to apple-y cider spiked with a hint of star anise and quite an indecent glug of bourbon.
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- 5 M
- 15 M
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Brussels Sprouts Gratin
What’s not to love about Brussels sprouts–yes, Brussels sprouts–when they’re buried beneath nutty, buttery Gruyere? Nothing. Nothing at all.
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