This recipe makes enough for several batches of the vodka gimlets or lemonade; any left over would also give a nice hit of flavor to a glass of iced tea.
Trying to slice into this eggplant Parmesan while it's molten hot creates an oozy mess, so let it rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Author: Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Smashing some of the tomatoes as they cook helps create a chunky sauce, while others stay whole for juicy surprises in every bite.
Author: Molly Baz
After such a substantial meal, you'll want to keep things light for dessert. A little fancier than a fruit salad yet almost as easy, this cool combination of musky cantaloupe and honeydew gets an unexpected...
Author: Kay Chun
Feel free to use whatever tender herb you like for this pasta (a mix of tarragon, chives, and dill works well).
Author: Andy Baraghani
Homemade pesto is one of the best ways to enjoy a bounty of fresh basil. It's great on pasta, baked potatoes, pizza, or bread. Make it in just 15 minutes!
Author: Elise Bauer
This blend of onions, scallions, garlic, parsley, bell peppers, and other spices is the foundation for most Haitian dishes, and many Haitians have it in their refrigerator at all times. Even in recipes...
Author: Nadege Fleurimond
This is a great salad to make when you have leftover grilled salmon.
Author: Mark Bittman
Adding an entire lemon-skin, pith, and flesh-to the sauce provides brightness and texture. Any bitterness from the pith will be offset by the sesame oil and honey. That balance makes it a super versatile...
Author: Andy Baraghani
Fresh basil and pears team up to offer a winning combination of delicate fruit and herbal notes to this bright, crisp salad.
Author: Mindy Fox
Often unused carrot tops shine in a nutty pesto drizzled over sweet roasted carrots.
Author: Molly Baz
With the nearly year-round availability of zucchini and cherry and grape tomatoes, this dish brings color and flavor to the table any time you'd like. Just be sure to choose a firm, light-flesh fish that...
Author: Mindy Hermann, RDN
This fragrant twist on the gimlet cocktail gets its clean green notes not from lime juice but from fresh basil. For extra glamour and aroma, tuck small sprigs of additional basil into each glass.