Cheese
Banana Pudding Jars
Stacked with chopped bananas, vanilla pudding, and crunchy Marie biscuits, these individual banana pudding jars are the perfect make-ahead summer dessert.
By Sam Fore
Sheet-Pan Peppers and Chickpeas With Ricotta
Sweet-sour peppers meet crispy chickpeas, torn croutons, and a creamy swoosh.
By Kendra Vaculin
Salted Melon Salad with Jalapeños and Feta
A simple combination of shallots, chile, and loads of acid, fat, and salt transforms any mediocre melon into something juicy and joy-inducing. Feta helps too.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Paneer Kathi Rolls
We swapped hard-to-find parathas for flour tortillas in this riff on paneer kathi rolls. With a tangy yogurt sauce and filling veg, it’s the ideal to-go lunch.
By Rachel Gurjar
Green Bean and Farro Picnic Salad
It’s excellent at any temperature and sturdy enough to make ahead.
By Kendra Vaculin
Mini Meatball and Pastina Soup
Nothing’s cuter (or more delicious) than pairing tiny pastina with bite sized meatballs in an elevated twist on Spaghettios.
By Rachel Gurjar
Green Ribollita
A twist on the classic Tuscan soup, this version features blended sautéed kale, which turns the whole bowl a bright, spring-y green.
By Kendra Vaculin
Lemony Asparagus Pasta
With lots of olive oil and parm, this asparagus pasta recipe comes from L.A.’s Evan Funke.
By Evan Funke
Linguine With Meyer Lemon
A simply sunny pasta thanks to both zest and juice.
By Andrew Feinberg, Francine Stephens, and Melissa Clark
Japanese Cheesecake
Bouncier than a bobblehead and fluffier than a cloud, this cheesecake is a keeper.
By Mieko Takahashi
Hot Pickle and Cheese Cracker Dip
A creamy base meets the zing of pickles and lemon, dill, chile flakes and a Cheez-It crust for a salty crunch. Enjoy it cold or hot.
By Abra Berens
Sheet-Pan Halloumi With Avocado and Citrus
This 30-minute dinner tastes like warm sunshine on a cloudy day.
By Emma Laperruque
Spicy Miso Tuna Noodle Casserole
With a miso-boosted cheese sauce and no shortage of potato chips.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Elote-Style Corn Soup
Frozen fire-roasted corn is a shortcut to smoky flavor and depth in a quick soup inspired by the flavors of the popular Mexican street snack.
By Hana Asbrink
Pasta With Feta, Olives, and Raisins
Raisins are the unlikely star in this 25-minute pantry-friendly pasta featuring feta, olives, and (optional!) anchovies.
By Rebecca Firkser
One-Pot Broccoli Mac and Cheese
Skip the the roux and the extra pan. Thickened with cornstarch, this cozy one-pot broccoli mac and cheese recipe comes together in just 35 minutes.
By Jesse Szewczyk
Sheet-Pan Chicken and Potatoes With Lots of Lemon
With garlic, feta, and any herbs you’ve got, this dinner is like a ray of sunshine.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Red Velvet Sheet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
This single-layer take on the classic will turn any gathering into a party.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Beets and Farro With Honey-Garlic Goat Cheese
We love precooked beets—and this speedy, hearty dish proves why.
By Kendra Vaculin
French Onion Tart
With a generous layer of caramelized onions and plenty of sharp Gruyère cheese, this party-ready tart packs the rich depth of French onion soup into every bite.
By Shilpa Uskokovic