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Ashlie D. StevensSalon |
Why do we romanticize the pantry, but not the freezer?
Tomato, soy, bacon and crisp greens turn rice noodles into a cool, savory summer lunch
Whipped cottage cheese gives this sunny summer salad protein paired with plenty of fresh citrus
A splash of dill pickle brine wakes up the herbs in this creamy, crunchy macaroni salad
From Ruth Reichl’s wigs to Gordon Ramsay’s prosthetics, TV keeps returning to the fantasy of the disguised diner
Frozen dumplings, sweet corn, coconut milk and miso turn into the kind of shortcut dinner worth bragging about
How a blue tarp, a hoagie and a clown became one of television's most profound meals
Or: How to make a budget meal feel abundant
Forget the sandwiches. This summer, pack brunch instead
Pantry staples have seasons, too
Read this before you pour it down the drain
The case for ranch packets, gravy mixes and other underestimated flavor builders
Stale bread has never tasted so good
From anchor ingredients to discount racks, a food writer shares how she cooks well without overspending
And other cozy skillet dinners for expensive times
A no-spend week of pastina, shakshuka and pantry alchemy
Not a deep clean. Not a weekend project. Just a reset that helps you start again
The recipes readers have loved most — easy, reliable, worth making again
From crisp-skinned Sunday dinner to weekday lunches and stock, here’s how to make one bird go further
What a food writer actually uses to make dinner
Don’t treat corn chips as just a garnish. They’re the secret base of a richer, more cohesive soup
The TV host’s friendly exchange with the controversial influencer at a UFC fight is drawing criticism from fans
Bourdain knew that food was political. Here's why the Mayor of Flavortown’s politics matter, too
Hard-cooked eggs for structure, blended yolks for silk and jammy pieces for pockets of richness
A childhood staple gets a second look, reimagined with spice, sweet raisins, herbs and creamy yogurt
Bloom the spices and finish with acid for a smoky chicken pasta that feels rich, but never heavy
Policy shifts are shrinking SNAP access, pushing millions off aid. Not because need fell, but because barriers rose
Creamy beans, miso, lemon and herbs — quick soups that deliver punchy, layered flavor without the long simmer
Ricotta for lift, brown butter for depth and cinnamon that finally leads
A shift in my health changed how I cook — and led me to deeper flavor, new habits and a different kind of comfort
Render the fat, blister the tomatoes, soften the feta — and let the pan do the rest
A practical, guilt-free guide to resetting your kitchen in a single weekend — no overhauls required
Roast the fruit. Brighten the yogurt. Salt the granola. A few small moves, a better parfait
A guide to hosting — or showing up to — the modern potluck without the awkwardness
Deeply savory, sliceable and built for real browning
A nostalgic weeknight chicken, reengineered — creamy beans, winter greens and crumbs toasted just shy of too dark
A gentle reset for when your meals — and your energy — feel a little off
Fudgy, bittersweet and finished with salt — with that thin, shiny crinkle top
In the thaw between winter and spring, abundance gives way to overlap — and a different kind of beauty
Stop planning for just one star when the supporting cast — creamy, crunchy, fresh — can steal the show
Practical, repeatable ways to make a night in feel special — no reservations required
From sheet cake to sandwich parties, a case for celebrating at home
The quiet relief of meals that require fewer decisions — and why that matters more than novelty
A gentle guide to introducing yourself — with food
When sick days, parental leave and rough weeks hit, here’s how to show up with food
Bright grains, spiced chickpeas, fresh greens — a bowl that tastes like someone cared
How planning meals, stretching ingredients and baking something sweet can make a no-spend week feel generous
Embrace the shortcuts that let you feed yourself well — without shame or snobbery
Supermarkets face new SNAP restrictions from Republicans — and everyone might pay the price at checkout
This year, I chased sweat with sandwiches and discovered joy in hunger again