Garlic
I’m firmly in the more-garlic-is-better camp, and these recipes prove it. Roast a whole head for a sweet, mellow Roasted Tomato Sauce, or keep it raw and punchy in a Big Batch Basil Pesto or a Sicilian-inspired Pesto Rosso. It’s also the secret to a light, silky Creamy Tahini Hummus with Lemon and Garlic and a bright, tangy Lemon Caesar Dressing that’s ready in five minutes.
Classic Caesar Salad
This is the best classic Caesar salad recipe with an easy homemade dressing (no raw eggs!), crispy croutons, and fresh romaine lettuce
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Panzanella Salad
This classic Italian panzanella salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, and a red wine vinegar anchovy dressing is the ultimate way to use day-old bread. A must-make bread salad for summer.
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The Best Short Rib Ragu
The best short rib ragu, a twist on the classic Italian meat sauce, Ragu Bolognese. Slowly cooked and served over fresh homemade pasta.
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Bitter Green Caesar Salad
A punchy twist on a classic Caesar salad, made with bitter greens like radicchio and endive, and finished with roasted olive croutons for a salty, savory crunch.
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Chili Crisp
This homemade chili crisp is crispy, crunchy, spicy, and packed with flavor. Easy to customize with pantry spices, it’s your new favorite condiment for eggs, noodles, dumplings, and more.
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Artichoke Caesar-ish Salad
A riff on the classic Caesar salad—this artichoke Caesar-ish salad features roasted artichokes, crispy beans, bagel croutons, and a punchy red wine vinegar dressing. Quick, flavorful, and totally unexpected.
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Shrimp Pil Pil (Chili Garlic Shrimp)
Grilled shrimp tossed in a chili garlic sauce with sambal oelek and lemon. This Shrimp Pil Pil recipe is a spicy, summery take on a beloved dish inspired by a legendary Philly restaurant.
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Grilled Chicken Pitas
A recipe for easy grilled chicken pitas served with homemade tzatziki sauce, and cucumber and tomato salad.
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Italian Wedding Soup
A comforting Italian Wedding Soup made with Escarole, Porchetta Sausage, Beans, Potatoes and lots of Parmesan.
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Classic Italian Tomato Sauce (Pomodoro Sauce)
Gravy. Sugo. Red sauce. Pomodoro. Call it whatever you like, it's the classic Italian tomato sauce that's a staple in both Italian and Italian-American kitchens.
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