Linda M., Recipe Tester

The Attack of the Killer Cherry Tomatoes took place at David’s place last summer. [Spoiler alert!] Here’s how it ended.

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Dramatically amplify the flavor (and the reactions at the table) when you leave the shells on while cooking these shrimp. And then just surrender to the mess while devouring them.

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Seared scallops are perhaps the easiest and most elegant dinner in existence. Here’s how to cook them to perfection.

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Authentic barbecue flavor in your own backyard. No smoker required. No smoking experience required, either, for that matter.

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Cookie dough is oft a means to an end, an interim state of existence, a fleeting moment sacrificed to the creation of cookies. No more. Grab your spoons.

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If you’re going to splurge on brownies, you may as well, you know, SPLURGE on brownies. But not in terms of effort or expense. Just taste. These brownies handle it splendidly.

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“Spectacular.” “Sinful.” “Easy.” “Airy.” “Buttery.” “Lofty.” “Perfect.” That’s what folks are saying about these little lovelies.

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Dust off that waffle iron. You’re going to want to give these crisped dimples and the ooey, gooey cheese they contain a whirl.

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A classic. And it’s even better than we remembered. It’s like childhood 2.0. And we mean that in the best possible way, Mom.

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This black pepper mashed potatoes recipe from Christina Tosi of Momofuku Milk Bar calls for spuds, salt, pepper, and sugar.

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Peachy keen. That pretty much sums up how we feel toward this simple, skewer-y, summer salad of sorts. Just can’t get enough of it.

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Next time someone asks you to bring chips and dip, bring these. We promise there’ll be no complaints.

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This roast pork loin with apples and onions and its caramelized sweetness and fall-apart tenderness is your new favorite recipe.

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If you didn’t already know that these light, fluffy, nutty buckwheat pancakes are good for you, we swear you wouldn’t guess it from the taste.

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