Johnisha L., Recipe Tester

This rustic classic is infused with that Italian charm that transforms everyday ingredients into something that’s both insanely comforting yet seemingly luxurious.

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• 50 M
• 1 H, 30 M
• 0

An easy and comforting mash-up of Chinese mapo tofu and Japanese ramen in a mouth-tingling sauce with plenty of chiles.

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• 30 M
• 45 M
• 2

Classic German comfort food made with a hot and tangy vinegar dressing and and crisp bacon. Here’s how to make it.

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• 1 H, 10 M
• 7

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

• 45 M
• 1 H, 40 M
• 2

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
• 2

Movie-watching must. Nostalgic nosh. Low-calorie something to satisfy. Sexy little something to knock back with cocktails as a pre-dinner party teaser. Popcorn has its moods. This recipe fits them all.

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Rich, velvety, and very, very smooth. That’s this vegan no-bake fudge cake that makes magic from a short list of everyday ingredients.

• 30 M
• 30 M
• 2

Just like the traditional slowly simmered Indonesian curry. But complete with instructions for the slow cooker and Instant Pot.

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• 45 M
• 4 H, 45 M
• 0

A slightly upscale version of the “moo goo gai pan” you know as the safe Chinese takeout menu option.

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• 1 H
• 1 H
• 2

A yearround charmer, this is sorta like Bundt cake gone to finishing school yet retains all the comforts of home. From the justifiably famous Red Truck Bakery in rural Virginia.

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• 45 M
• 1 H, 45 M
• 0

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

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• 30 M
• 1 H
• 0

This taco extravaganza is one part classic Mexican cooking, two parts slightly unconventional toppings, and all parts surprisingly simple to toss together for entertaining or simply family dinner on a Tuesday.. Taco party, anyone?

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• 1 H, 15 M
• 5 H
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Yet another failproof recipe from Deborah Madison that’s hearty and healthy and satisfying beyond words.

• 45 M
• 1 H, 15 M
• 6

Dinner dilemma? Enter this delicate baked fish with crisp seasoned bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese with a white wine pan sauce that’s proven to be surprisingly popular with kids and adults alike.

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• 15 M
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