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Alison Roman

Alison Roman is a New York-based cook, writer, and author of the New York Times bestsellers, Sweet Enough, Nothing Fancy, and Dining In.

Sour Cherry Pie

An addition of almond flour gives this pie crust a nutty, toasted flavor—a great complement to the sour-cherry filling.

Turmeric Tonic

Find turmeric at specialty, Asian, and health food grocers.

Shoyu Cabbage Soup

Humble cabbage takes center stage in this vegetarian ramen-inspired cabbage soup.

Rice Bowl with Fried Egg and Avocado

Brown rice—higher in fiber and other nutrients than its white counterpart—is the perfect vehicle for this quick, protein-heavy lunch.

Chicken with Buttered Snap Peas and Tender Lettuces

Cooked lettuces? Yes—but barely. When they hit the pan, they’ll pick up flavor from the chicken drippings, gently wilting and taking on the buttery sauce.

Roman Sambal

This is a sambal-style hot sauce named after its creator, senior associate food editor Alison Roman.

Pecan Buttermilk Fudge

A confection similar in flavor to caramelized white chocolate. Tangy buttermilk tempers the sweetness.

Pecan Buttermilk Fudge

This pecan fudge recipe is similar in flavor to caramelized white chocolate. Tangy buttermilk tempers the sweetness.

Buttery Rye Crepes

Yes, you could serve these crepes before they’ve been caramelized in sugar, but why deprive yourself?

Caraway Cabbage Chips with Dill Yogurt

Cabbage is my new favorite vegetable chip—especially sprinkled with toasted caraway and dipped in yogurt.

Lemon Buttermilk Pie with Saffron

Blind-baking the crust is essential: It keeps it from getting soggy when the custardy filling is added.

Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Apricot and Candied Fennel

Buttermilk lightens the traditional all-cream panna cotta base—without sacrificing lusciousness.

Chocolate-Coconut Pound Cake

Crunchy, toasty coconut chips transform a simple loaf cake.

Buttermilk Rye Crepes

Yes, you could serve these crepes before they've been caramelized in sugar, but why deprive yourself?

Man Buns

This will make more pulled pork than you’ll need, but who would be sad about that? Use the leftovers to make tacos, pulled pork sandwiches, pork stew—whatever your heart desires, really

Chicken and Dumplings with Mushrooms

This chicken and dumpling recipe with mushrooms will become your go-to for a warming winter supper.

Thai-Style Grain Salad with Crunchy Seeds

Grain salads, like this herb-spiked one made with smoky freekeh, come together instantly with leftovers—reason enough to cook off a batch on Sundays.

Black Bass with Warm Rosemary-Olive Vinaigrette

For a complete meal, pair this black bass recipe with roasted potatoes, creamy polenta, or cooked white beans.

Spiced Chicken with Tomato and Cream

This rich, comforting stew can be made three days ahead, which means it’s ideal for a homey winter dinner party.

Chicken Wings with Spicy Peanut Sauce

“With the peanut butter turned into a tahini-esque sauce, these wings hit all the perfect sweet, salty, and roasty notes.“ —Alison Roman, senior associate food editor