Trista Smith, Recipe Tester

A list of all the recipes Trista Smith has tested.

Glazed Ham with Maple and Mustard

Glazed Ham with Mustard

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This simple glazed ham has got a sweet and spicy thing going on that’s simultaneously subtle and super impressive.

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  • 25 M
  • 3 H
  • 4
A blue bowl of cauliflower purée on a wooden table

Cauliflower Purée

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Mashed potatoes this is not, although it does have a uniquely and really quite charming caulifloweriness all its own that we quite like.

  • 6 M
  • 15 M
  • 2
Confetti Quick Pickles

Refrigerator Pickles

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These kaleidoscopic little lovelies don’t require the typical processing and patience that classic pickles demand. Woohoo!

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  • 25 M
  • 1 D
  • 0
A raspberry crostata--a rustic tart with the crust folded over a filling of raspberries--on a sheet of parchment

Raspberry Crostata

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Sometimes a pie craving is just too strong to wait for a plate and fork and fussily crimping a top crust. Enter this easy peasy yet elegant crostata.

  • 25 M
  • 1 H, 50 M
  • 2
Easy Guacamole

Easy Guacamole

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Authentic as heck with its minimalistic approach that keeps ingredients to the essentials.

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  • 15 M
  • 15 M
  • 8
Oval plate with a salt and pepper pork chop, spoon, fork, and juice on it

Salt and Pepper Pork Chops

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Perfection. That’s what we think of this simple yet exquisite melding of pork, butter, salt, and pepper from chef Gabrielle Hamilton.

  • 10 M
  • 20 M
  • 4
A pot and a mug filled with paleo hot cocoa and a sifter of cocoa powder on the side

Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate

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Rich, creamy, and divine. It also just happens to be paleo, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, kid-friendly, and adult-approved.

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  • 15 M
  • 4 H
  • 0
Two white bowls filled with porridge; one topped with blueberries and the other with figs and almonds

Brown Rice and Quinoa Porridge

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This may sound rather frighteningly hippie. We understand. Rest assured, it’s actually a lovely oatmeal alternative that works magnificently with your most tried-and-true hot cereal stir-ins and sprinkle-ons.

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  • 30 M
  • 1 H, 30 M
  • 2
A layer of assorted nuts and rosemary sprigs on a sheet of parchment paper resting in a sheet pan

Candied Spiced Nuts

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These candied nuts are sweet and spicy and the sorta thing that friends demolish in minutes at cocktail parties and holiday gatherings yet talk about for months afterward.

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  • 25 M
  • 1 H
  • 2
Cherry Tomato Confit

Cherry Tomato Confit

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This cherry tomato confit is sweet and easy and a lovely way of preserving summer. Here’s how to make it.

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  • 45 M
  • 1 H, 15 M
  • 2
Mexican Corn On The Cob

Mexican Corn On The Cob

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Inspired by Mexican street fare, this corn on the cob tempers smoky chipotle with the tang of lime and the sweetness of butter.

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  • 15 M
  • 1 H
  • 0
Breakfast Martini

Breakfast Martini

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Oh, what a way to start a weekend day! Just shake yourself this citrusy martini and take the rest of the day off.

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  • 5 M
  • 5 M
  • 0
Paleo Banana Bread

Paleo Banana Bread

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This is gluten-free and paleo-friendly, for those keeping track of such things. But it’s also good enough for anyone to want a slice.

  • 15 M
  • 1 H
  • 13
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