Joe Fenerty, Recipe Tester

The origins of Kung Pao (aka Gong Bao) chicken are murky, but the raves we’re hearing about this stir-fry of chicken, peanuts, and red chiles are unequivocally and resoundingly clear.

• (3)
• 20 M
• 25 M
• 22

Here’s a soothing dinner fix with a ridiculously high taste-to-effort ratio. And you’d never guess it’s healthy. Consider it the soup equivalent of Taco Tuesday. 

• (1)
• 30 M
• 50 M
• 6

Mac and cheese honestly doesn’t get any quicker, easier, or cheaper than this 3-ingredient macaroni and cheese that’s done in 20 minutes. Kids, dinner!

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• 10 M
• 20 M
• 0

You just found your next sweet corn infatuation that’ll entice you night after night all the way through the end of summer.

• (5)
• 30 M
• 30 M
• 10

Fast. Flavorful. And flaunting just enough Middle Eastern flair to intrigue but not frighten anyone. Even kids. Swear.

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• 25 M
• 45 M
• 0

Made with the simplest, freshest tomato sauce ever, two types of mozzarella, and everyone’s favorite topping. And it’s made on a plain old baking sheet. No fancy pizza stone required.

• (5)
• 25 M
• 3 H, 30 M
• 10

Kefte translates to meatballs. And there are no shortage of different types in the Middle East. These are definitely contenders for BEST kefte.

• (1)
• 45 M
• 1 H, 40 M
• 2

A French approach to rib eye infused with butter and Cognac that’s embellished with a quick pan sauce that’s both classic and classy. Voila.

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• 30 M
• 40 M
• 0

Roasted Brussels sprouts? Been there. Kale chips? Done that. This raw winter salad comprised of two still-trendy superfoods is like experiencing them for the first time.

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• 45 M
• 1 H
• 0

If you like your fries with plenty of salt and malt vinegar, or if you’re a fool for all things pickled, or if you’ve ever demolished a bag of your fave salt-and-vinegar chips in less time than it takes to inhale, you need these in your life.

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• 15 M
• 1 H
• 0