Labor Day

This make-ahead, tangy, lightened-up version of the classic is going to be on repeat all summer long.

Skip the store-bought slaw. This easy-peasy creamy coleslaw that combines crunchy cabbage, onion, carrot, and cilantro with a creamy citrus dressing comes together in just 20 minutes.

Chicken pieces marinated in a smoky, chile-infused paste makes for a perfectly spiced, divinely delish dinner. And the leftovers are incredible, too.

Here's a sweet little recipe for Pibil-style ribs--less work than a traditional full pig but with all of the taste. Roll up your sleeves and pass the napkins!

If your biggest complaint about pie is that there's never enough, have we got a surprise for you. A big ole apple pie, made on a sheet pan. Craving solved.

Mini food always makes a big statement. Tiny chicken burgers from Trisha Yearwood do just that--and they taste amazing, too.

Dorie Greenspan's quick cornbread won rave reviews from our testers for its tender, cakey, crumbliness. Handfuls of add-ins optional.

An effortless dinner that comes together in a snap without making a big mess. It's healthy but more importantly, it tastes divine.

A quick and easy pasta dish that makes the most of all the veggies you could possibly have on hand. Plus halloumi cheese? Sign us up.

If you took all the best summer veggies, chopped 'em up and dressed them in a liltingly sweet and tangy dressing, you'd end up with this stunning salad.

Crisp skin. Succulent meat. A pervasive smokiness. And a pronounced yet balanced spice rub. All with very little fuss.

A modern riff on the classic Italian cocktail. The addition of orange-flavored hard seltzer gives your drink a refreshing, and unexpected, upgrade.

Like a pie in bar form, with a crisp crust and a soft, lemony, blueberry-filled center. These bars are a big hit at summer barbecues when you're in the mood to share.

Juicy, seared pork and sweet fruit were made for each other—this jammy, balsamic vinegar-infused sauce proves it once and for all.

This dip is creamy for sure, but it's really all about the dill. Loads of fresh, green, herby dill. As much as we love potato chips, try it on everything.

Piles of tender shrimp, smothered in a lush, buttery, spiced sauce that's perfect for sopping up with bread. Pass the napkins!

Chock full of vegetables and healthy protein, orzo salad will save your work lunches, on-the-go dinners, and leisurely brunches by the pool.

This meaty chili brings everyone to the table. The complex flavors are thanks to three different types of meat, a good helping of spices, and tequila. That's right—it's a party!

Spatchcocked and served with a fresh salsa verde, this chicken is a flavor lifesaver. Juicy, crisp-skinned, and quick, you might never go back to regular chicken again.

A brilliantly flavored pork tenderloin that's smoked and yet, on the table, in just over an hour. Maple and chipotle glaze take this from easy to sigh-inducingly scrumptious.