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Lentil Pasta

This easy lentil pasta recipe is a satisfying, comforting vegetarian meal. A rich tomato and lentil sauce coats chewy ribbons of al dente pasta.

...amazingly fast! Keep cooked lentils on hand in the freezer. They’ll come in handy not only for this lentil pasta recipe, but for grain bowls and salads as well! If...

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Healthy Pumpkin Muffins

These easy pumpkin muffins are moist, tender, and warmly spiced—the perfect fall treat! Make a batch, and it'll disappear before you know it.

...inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy! Find the...

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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Try this spaghetti aglio e olio recipe once, and you'll make it over and over. It uses simple ingredients, it cooks in 20 minutes, and it's totally delicious.

...the garlic slices and red pepper flakes. Cook until the garlic is fragrant and lightly browned around the edges. Then, add the kale. Toss it with the garlic oil and...

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French Toast

Learn how to make French toast perfectly every time! Custardy, lightly sweet, and golden brown, it's a delicious breakfast or brunch.

...small step gives the custard a little more time to hydrate the bread, so it’s soft and spiced the whole way through. Work in batches if necessary. Depending on the...

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Banh Mi Sandwich

Instead of stuffing this banh mi sandwich with meat, I fill it with zesty marinated tofu. Pickled veggies and cilantro leaves take it over the top.

...the best sweet and tangy flavor, you need to make the pickles ahead of time. They’ll taste good after an hour in the fridge, but they get better by the...

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How to Cook Farro

Learn how to cook farro with this step-by-step guide! Plus, find my favorite farro recipes, along with more serving suggestions for this delicious grain.

...a freezer-safe container. Don’t skip the initial freeze on the baking sheet, or the grains will freeze in one big clump! Dress right before serving. I love to toss my...

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How to Cook Beans

Once you know how to cook dried beans, you'll always have them on hand. They're cheap, nutritious, easy to make, and - most importantly - delicious!

...I recommend checking them every 30 minutes. When the beans are tender, season to taste and remove them from the heat. Store the beans in an airtight container in the...

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soft, chewy, and packed with gooey chocolate, these pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are a must-try fall treat. Made in 1 bowl and ready in 30 minutes!

...the flour and stir again. Mix until the cookie dough is just combined. Don’t overmix here, or the cookies will be dense. Then, fold in the chocolate chips. Yum…so chocolatey!!...

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Roasted Beets

Learn how to roast beets perfectly every time! My recipe is easy to make, and the roasted beets are always tender and flavorful. A delicious side dish!

...will depend on the size and freshness of the beets. Remove the beets from the oven, remove the foil, and set aside to cool. When the beets are cool to...

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Oven Roasted Potatoes

These oven roasted potatoes are a delicious, easy side dish for any meal! They're crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and full of bright, bold flavor.

...suggest that you don’t! The potato skins help the outsides of the potatoes crisp up in the oven. Next, season the potatoes. Place them on a baking sheet lined with...

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Sautéed Beet Greens

Beets are famous for their roots, but beet leaves are tasty, too! This sautéed beet greens recipe shows off their delicate texture and sweet, mild flavor.

...I think they’re just as tasty as beets themselves. Try them once, and you won’t toss them again. Below, you’ll find my favorite sautéed beet greens recipe. I cook the...

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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.