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The mussels here add their beautiful, briny juices into the curry, which turn this into a stunning and spectacular dish.

This is the type of soup that, at first glance, might seem a little…unexciting. But you’re underestimating the power of mushrooms, which do the heavy lifting.

Lamb chops are one of those ingredients that intimidate a lot of people, but they’re actually a great protein to cook (and especially grill) at home.

Kewpie Mayonnaise is the ultimate secret ingredient to creating a perfect oven-baked battered-and-fried crunch without a deep fryer.

The contrast of serving a grilled vegetable ice-cold is thrilling, and the Caesar dressing is rich and thick enough to cling longingly to each leaf of cabbage.

Caramelized onions, melty Gruyère, and a deeply savory broth deliver the kind of comfort that doesn’t need improving.

The clams’ natural briny sweetness serves as a surprising foil for the tender fritter batter—just be sure to pull off the tough outer coating of the siphon.

This luscious chilled yogurt soup, packed with fresh and dried mint, is an incredibly refreshing and cooling appetizer during the summer.

Summer’s best produce cooked into one vibrant, silky, flavor-packed dish.

Easy to make, impossible to stop eating.

With flash-seared squid, tomatoes, olives, parsley, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette.

Who says latkes have to be potato? Brussels bring a delicious cruciferousness.

Real cheddar cheese meets charred green chiles in our best recipe for queso. For extra points serve the molten dip with warmed tortilla chips.

Love a tuna melt? Meet your new favorite nachos—fast and filling all thanks to tinned fish.

Among the easiest appetizers ever.

Do you need heavy cream to make fettuccine Alfredo? Debatable. Will it be delicious? Undeniable.

Studded with sweet dates and crispy bacon, this easy salad makes an impressive dinner party side or satisfying lunch.

Crunchy and crowd-pleasing, this salad can be prepared in advance and customized to your heart’s content.

All you really need is melted butter and a hot oven to make perfectly pillowy popovers.