Chiyo Ueyama, Recipe Tester

Truly the epitome of classic rustic Italian cooking. Here’s to the simple things in life that taste anything but simple.

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• 20 M
• 1 H, 25 M
• 0

Gingersnap cookies in good-for-you granola disguise. That’s what you can expect from this irresistible soft ginger granola.

• 15 M
• 35 M
• 2

A superlative version of the classic clean-out-the-fridge stir-fry that reinvents leftovers. Beware the optional but addictive jalapeño garlic vinegar.

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Simple to make, kid-friendly, incredibly versatile, and essentially foolproof. Let’s not forget to mention uber delicious. That’s what we think of these easy skillet meatballs perfect for weeknights.

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• 25 M
• 45 M
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Everything you would imagine in a pound cake. Buttery. Indulgent. Moist. Rich. And with a perfectly balanced and ever so slightly puckery lemon glaze.

• 25 M
• 1 H, 40 M
• 10

Chicken with 40 cloves of garlic is a classic for one reason—it’s damn good. Using chicken thighs ensures the meat remains juicy. Using our trick for quickly peeling garlic makes it hassle free.

• 45 M
• 1 H, 45 M
• 14

Weeknight comfort food with ease. That’s what we’re talking about when it comes to these easy scalloped potatoes. Barely any effort or time. Lotsa payoff.

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• 25 M
• 1 H, 35 M
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“One of the best chicken recipes ever!” “Crisp-skinned.” “Juicy.” “Aromatic.” “Easy.” “Gorgeous.” “Heavenly.” That’s what we’re hearing from folks who’ve tried this preparation for chicken (or rabbit). Sorta makes you wanna try it, eh?

• 25 M
• 1 H, 30 M
• 33

Traditional Portuguese rice pudding is cooked risotto-style with a lilt of citrus and the warmness of cinnamon. Easy as can be. With all the creamy richness you’ve come to expect from rice pudding.

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• 30 M
• 1 H
• 0

An already soul-satisfying Middle Eastern classic made even more enticing thanks to the addition of white beans and charred vegetables.

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• 30 M
• 50 M
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Defiantly untraditional yet unexpectedly incredibly satisfying. That’s what we think of these vegan enchiladas.

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• 30 M
• 1 H
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Our latest definition of decadent comfort food. A David Leite original, this recipe melds layers of ham, potatoes, shallots, and gooey cheese in a rich cream sauce.

• 45 M
• 1 H, 45 M
• 4

Add this simple skillet mac and cheese, with its brilliant and time-saving trick we suspect you’ve never heard of, to your dinner arsenal and you just might achieve superhero status with the kids. And with yourself.

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• 15 M
• 35 M
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Made with potatoes, broccoli, and vegetable stock, this is rich, velvety, and comforting as heck. And nary a drop of cream although you’d never guess that by tasting it. A light drizzle of tangy feta yogurt sauce makes it something sorta special.

• 25 M
• 1 H
• 2