Karen Lynch

Dust off that waffle iron. You're going to want to make more than one of these supper-worthy sandwiches with crisped dimples and ooey, gooey interior. And no spattered stovetop to clean!

Close your eyes and we swear you'd never guess this sweet, banana-y smoothie is suffused with good-for-you greens.

Up your grilled cheese game with this riff on the classic that plays loose and easy with Cheddar, chutney, and caramelized onions.

Easy. Economical. On the table in 45 minutes. And essentially pork wrapped in more pork and roasted until crisp outside and juicily tender inside. Comfort food for when you need it.

This brashly untraditional panzanella grills the bread so you can dispense with waiting for stale bread. Still frugal. Still stunning. Still more than the sum of its parts.

A soda fountain classic made with neither egg nor cream, this classic quencher is a summer staple for kids of all ages.

Tastes like "bananas and blueberries and creamy icy summertime." That's what folks are saying about this spectacularly simple smoothie that has made converts of even avowed kale loathers.

There's literally no comparison between homemade almond milk and store-bought almond milk. None. No way. Nuh uh. Nope.

Elegant evidence that salad need not be reserved for warmer months. A stunner of a salad in which humble root vegetables are elevated with peppery greens, fried pancetta, and Parmesan.

"Simple." "Perfect." "The moistest chicken with the crispiest skin we've ever had." That's what folks are saying about this crowd-pleasing, weeknight-friendly chicken trick.

Just like cinnamon toast. Except better. Your kids will worship you. So will your inner kid.

Tastes just like the terrific pollo a la brasa with the insane green sauce at the local Peruvian joint—minus the long wait in line.

"Really super easy." "So good, I made it twice." "Pure joy." That's what folks are saying about this homemade nut butter recipe.

Sometimes the simplest of things are simply stunning—like this lemon popsicle recipe, which is worthy of some serious whistles.

Parmesan toast. Cheesy toast. Same thing. Just depends on the situation and the company you keep. No judgment passed here.

This take on the classic contains no raw egg, so make it for everyone you love—even the old, the young, and the preggers.

Forget Pepperidge Farm. Where’s the satisfaction in just ripping the bag open? Where's the longing that comes with anticipation? Right here with these homemade Milanos.

Chocolate, cream, sugar, vanilla, and butter. If ever there was a magnificent melding of just a few ingredients, this is it.

Easy. Yummy. Packed with antioxidants. And fun to slurp through a straw. You can see why we consider this mommy's little helper.

An insanely practical and easy way to put to use any leftover ham and odd bits of cheese from the holiday.