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Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

If I could, I'd make this arugula salad recipe every night of the week. Tossed in a bright lemon dressing, it's a simple, fresh, and flavorful side dish.

There are few things I love more than a simple arugula salad. To his credit, Jack knows it. Not far from our house, there’s a little food market/sandwich shop that...

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Basil 101: Growing Tips + 28 Recipes

You've made Caprese salad and pesto, but what next? Get the most out of basil season with these 28 basil recipes + my best growing tips!

...vegetarian sandwich filling. 4. Strawberry Basil Avocado Toast 5. Tomato, Basil & Artichoke Picnic Sandwich 6. Chickpea Pan Bagnat Sandwiches Pasta & Grain Recipes You couldn’t compile a list of...

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Favorite Recipes from Love & Lemons Every Day

My new cookbook, Love & Lemons Every Day, is out now! Here are some of my favorite recipes from the book, ones that I love making again and again.

...Reuben Sandwiches, 169 In all honesty, Jack should be writing about this recipe, because it may be his favorite sandwich of all time (to be honest, it may be mine...

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51 Best Brunch Recipes

Looking for new brunch ideas? Try one of our 51 best brunch recipes! With plenty of sweet and savory options, we've got something for everyone.

...to make in the blender. Omelette Customize it with your favorite filling! Breakfast Sandwich You know it’s going to be a good day when it starts with a sandwich that...

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45 Christmas Breakfast Ideas

With recipes for cinnamon rolls, breakfast casseroles, French toast, waffles, and more, these Christmas breakfast ideas include something for everyone.

...Just-set eggs top a flavorful medley of chili-spiced sweet potatoes, poblanos, and kale. Dress them up with avocado slices and a dash of your favorite hot sauce. Breakfast Sandwich Piled...

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Grilled Halloumi Cheese

Halloumi, a sheep and goat's milk cheese from Cyprus, is salty, squeaky, and perfect for grilling. Learn how to cook it with this simple guide!

...for the fresh mozzarella in these Caprese sandwiches. I also love a sandwich with the cheese, grilled eggplant and zucchini, grilled onions, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and romesco...

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Carrot Smørrebrød Crisps

Inspired by open-faced Danish Smørrebrød sandwiches, I made an all-veggie version using smoky roasted & marinated carrots instead of salmon.

A few years ago, Jack and I visited Copenhagen, where we ate lots and lots (and lots) of Smørrebrød. If you aren’t familiar with smørrebrød, they are open faced sandwiches...

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French Toast Casserole

This overnight French toast casserole recipe is the perfect breakfast for a crowd! It's simple and delicious, with a crisp topping and custardy middle.

...casserole recipe: Bread – The quality counts! Choose a good loaf of challah, brioche, French bread, or sourdough bread. Whatever you do, steer clear of pre-sliced sandwich bread, which quickly...

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Cauliflower Salad

This cauliflower salad is a picnic-perfect side dish! It's bright and delicious, featuring a creamy dressing, fresh herbs, and crunchy raw cauliflower.

...pretty satisfying! It also goes nicely with a chickpea salad sandwich or Caprese sandwich. Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions This cauliflower salad recipe is a great one to make ahead for...

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31 Easy Plant-Based Recipes

These easy plant-based recipes will satisfy any craving! They include vibrant grain bowls, hearty veggie burgers, noodles, sushi, and more.

...sandwich! These plant-based recipes for burgers and sandwiches are fun, delicious main dishes for dinner or lunch. Best Veggie Burger When I say best, I mean it. This plant-based burger...

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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.