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Whipped Feta Dip

Lusciously creamy, rich, and tangy, this whipped feta dip is always a hit at gatherings. You only need 5 ingredients and 5 minutes to make it!

...you have leftover whipped feta dip, you have plenty of options for using it up. Slather it onto toasted baguette to make crostini. Top them off with blackberries, basil, and...

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How to Make Crostini

Learn how to make crostini! Topped with fresh garnishes or a creamy spread, these crisp, golden little toasts are the perfect party appetizer.

...Thinly slice a baguette, brush the slices with olive oil, and toast them in the oven until they’re crisp and golden. Once they’re toasted, they’re the perfect base for all...

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Eggplant Caponata

Silky, sweet, and sour, this eggplant caponata recipe is a delicious summer appetizer. Serve it on crostini with lots of fresh basil for garnish!

...weeknight meal. Serve it over polenta with toasted pine nuts for crunch. Pile it onto toast and top it with a poached or soft-boiled egg. Slather it onto a sandwich...

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21 Asparagus Recipes to Make This Spring

Celebrate spring with our best asparagus recipes! Fresh, bright, and easy to make, they include pastas, risottos, salads, side dishes, and more.

...Potato and Asparagus Pizza When I have thicker asparagus spears, I often use a vegetable peeler to slice them into ribbons. They’re great in salads or on toast, but I...

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Whipped Ricotta

Topped with honey, lemon, and fresh herbs, this whipped ricotta dip feels elevated. But it's so easy to make! You just need 5 minutes and 4 ingredients.

...whipped ricotta toast. Get creative with the toppings! Honey, lemon, and fresh herbs are still great, but so are roasted tomatoes, pickled radishes, or pinches of za’atar. Experiment with your...

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Lemon Curd

With its silky smooth texture and sweet/tart lemon flavor, this homemade lemon curd is a delicious treat. Enjoy it on scones, ice cream, and more!

...other delicious options: Spread it on toast, biscuits, or scones. Use it as a topping for waffles or blueberry pancakes. Spoon it onto vanilla ice cream. Swirl it into a...

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20 Great Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Our 2024 Mother's Day gift guide includes thoughtful gift ideas for every budget! Find gorgeous cookbooks, tasty treats, handy gadgets, and more.

...with the Our Place Wonder Oven! This countertop air fryer is as cute as it is functional, boasting 6 settings (air fry, toast, roast, bake, reheat, and broil) and preheating...

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Antipasto Platter

This antipasto platter recipe is a crowd-pleasing party appetizer! It's loaded with flavorful Italian ingredients like cheeses, olives, and fresh veggies.

...hearts. Fresh vegetables – Anything seasonal is fair game! Some of my favorites are cherry tomatoes, radicchio leaves, and fresh or roasted red peppers. Almonds – For crunch! Toast them...

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Quick Pickled Cabbage

Learn how to make quick pickled cabbage with this easy recipe! Tangy, crunchy, and refreshing, it's delicious on sandwiches, tacos, and more.

...Pile it onto a BBQ jackfruit sandwich, grilled cheese, or avocado toast. Grain bowls – Use it instead of the sauerkraut in this Buddha bowl. Veggie burgers – I love...

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Pesto Gnocchi

Ready in 20 minutes, this pesto gnocchi recipe is a perfect dinner for summer weeknights! With a vibrant pesto sauce, it's fresh and delicious.

...off the chewy gnocchi. Extra-virgin olive oil – For sautéing the tomatoes. Pine nuts – For crunch! You’ll lightly toast them and sprinkle them over the gnocchi before serving. Fresh...

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Puff Pastry Brie Bites

These brie bites are one of my favorite holiday appetizers! I love how the crisp puff pastry and rich, creamy cheese play off the sweet fig jam on top.

...leftover—spread it on toast, add it to a grilled cheese sandwich, or serve it on a cheese board with soft cheeses. I love it with scones and biscuits too! Toasted...

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Photograph of Jeanine Donofrio and Jack Mathews in their kitchen

Hello, we're Jeanine and Jack.

We love to eat, travel, cook, and eat some more! We create & photograph vegetarian recipes from our home in Chicago, while our shiba pups eat the kale stems that fall on the kitchen floor.