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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.

...of the grapes. In the spring, add strawberries. Use blueberries in the summer. Dried cranberries or tart cherries would be delicious at any time of year. Keep it classic. Skip...

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French Toast

This French toast recipe is a delicious, easy breakfast. The thick slices are fluffy, tender, and warmly spiced with cinnamon. Serve with maple syrup!

...with fresh fruit like strawberries or raspberries or even homemade blueberry compote. They would also be wonderful with peanut butter, honey butter, or a dusting of powdered sugar. How to...

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Pico De Gallo

Learn how to make pico de gallo! This easy recipe uses simple, fresh ingredients. Enjoy it as a dip with tortilla chips or on any Mexican dish.

...pineapple, watermelon, peaches, or strawberries. Add more crunch. Toss in diced red bell pepper or fresh corn kernels. Spice it up. Mix in a pinch of coriander or ground cumin....

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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!

...garnish avocado toast. Turn it into an ice cream topping! Jazz up vanilla ice cream with fresh strawberries, basil, and a balsamic reduction. Want more ideas? Below are a few...

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50 Fresh Tomato Recipes

Show off your peak-season tomatoes in these fresh tomato recipes! We've got salads, soups, pasta, and more—you're bound to find something you love.

...Salad with Balsamic This sweeter riff on Caprese salad features fresh strawberries, avocado, and toasted pecans in addition to the traditional tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella. A tangy balsamic reduction...

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Baked Oatmeal

This baked oatmeal recipe is the best way to start the day! It's easy, healthy, and delicious. Serve it for brunch, or make it ahead for breakfast all week.

...such as strawberries or blackberries, or skip the berries and add 1/2 cup chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or raisins. Use walnuts instead of pecans, or change up the spices. Nutmeg,...

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Caprese Skewers

These Caprese skewers are such a fun summer appetizer! Topped with a tangy balsamic glaze, they're light, flavorful, and fresh.

...you can’t get creative here. Try using strawberries or diced peaches in place of some of the tomatoes, or replace the basil with fresh mint. Let me know what variations...

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Balsamic Reduction (Balsamic Glaze)

Want to add sweet and tangy flavor to a salad, appetizer, or side dish? Make this balsamic reduction! You just need 10 minutes and 1 basic ingredient.

...the winter, and serve it with ruby red strawberries in the spring. Honestly, once you know how to make a balsamic reduction, you’ll start drizzling it over everything. How to...

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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.