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Year: 2025

Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches

July 4, 2025 Frank

For the brownies 3 ounces (85 grams) unsweetened chocolate, roughly chopped 1 stick (4 ounces or 115 grams) unsalted butter, plus extra for pan 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract 1/2 Read More …

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Summer Pea Salad with Unexpected Dressing

June 30, 2025 Frank

serves 2 to 4 1/4 cup golden raisins 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, warmed 2 tablespoons minced shallot 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds fresh summer peas, such as sugar snaps, snow peas, shelling peas, and/or favas Kosher salt 1/2 Read More …

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Summer Steak with Corn and Tomatoes

June 30, 2025 Frank

serves 3 to 4 Steak 1 1/4- to 1 1/2-pound skirt steak 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon sweet or hot smoked paprika Freshly ground black pepper Salad 2 ears fresh corn 2 tablespoons olive oil Read More …

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Raspberry-Honey Deuce

June 30, 2025 Frank

serves 4 1 cup raspberries (from 1 pint), plus more for garnish 2 cups store-bought lemonade 1/2 cup (4 oz.) vodka 12 honeydew melon balls Muddle and stir: Place raspberries in a pitcher. Muddle using a cocktail muddler or the Read More …

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Pearl Couscous with Olives and Roasted Tomatoes

June 21, 2025 Frank

Tomatoes and Dressing 2 pints (1 1/2 pounds) grape or cherry tomatoes (1 1/2 lb) 3 large garlic cloves, left unpeeled 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for tomatoes 1/4 cup warm water 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon Read More …

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Grilled Pepper and Torn Mozzarella Panzanella

June 21, 2025 Frank

serves 4 to 5 To grill 4 1-inch slices bread, country-style 3 large red bell peppers, halved, seeds removed 1 medium red onion, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges 3 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Read More …

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Not Your Mama’s Cole Slaw

June 21, 2025 Frank

serves 8 to 10 2 cups (415 grams or 15 ounces) mayonnaise, low-fat is fine, as is swapping half with yogurt 1/4 cup smooth (60 grams) Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons (45 grams) whole grain mustard (I use whole grain Dijon) Read More …

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Grilled Shrimp Cocktail

June 21, 2025June 25, 2025 Frank

Makes enough to dip three pounds of big shrimp 1 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon ancho or other mild chili powder Pinch cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon juice from 1 Read More …

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Slushy Paper Planes

June 21, 2025 Frank

serves 6 This is a simple 1:1:1:1 formula so it’s easy to scale up or down based on the amount of the ingredients you have, your jar size, or intended serving size. I’m showing this in a 3-cup/24-ounce Ball wide-mouth Read More …

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Dutch Oven Caraway Rye Bread

May 16, 2025 Frank

serves 12 (1 loaf) 2 cups light rye flour (such as Bob’s Red Mill®) 2 cups bread flour 1/4 cup buttermilk 2 tablespoons caraway seeds 1 1/2 tablespoons vital wheat gluten (Optional) 2 teaspoons flaked kosher salt, crushed 1 3/4 Read More …

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Quick Spicy Sausage Corn Chowder

May 16, 2025 Frank

serves 6 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage 1 cup chopped onion 3/4 cup chopped celery 3 cups 1/2-inch diced red potatoes 2 cups chicken broth salt and ground black pepper to taste 1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn 1 Read More …

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Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic

May 16, 2025 Frank

serves 8 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 whole chicken 40 cloves garlic 1/4 cup water 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Read More …

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Vanilla Custards with Roasted Blueberries

May 14, 2025 Frank

Serves 4, petitely Custards 1 cup whole milk Seeds from 1/4 to 1/2 vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3 large egg yolks 1/4 cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 to 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Berries Read More …

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Naked Tomato Sauce

May 14, 2025 Frank

Makes 4 portions, on the small side 3 pound plum tomatoes 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt 1 large clove garlic, thinly sliced Pinch of red pepper flakes Small handful basil leaves, most left whole, a few slivered for garnish 1/4 cup Read More …

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Vegan Black Bean Quesadillas

May 14, 2025May 25, 2026 Frank

serves 4 1 (15 ounce) can great Northern beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup diced tomatoes, divided 1 clove garlic 1/3 cup nutritional yeast 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon chili powder salt to taste 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or Read More …

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Dimply Plum Cake

May 8, 2025 Frank

Servings: 9 to 16, depending on how you cut it 5 tablespoons (70 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature 3/4 cup (packed) (145 grams) light brown sugar 2 large eggs 1/3 cup (80ml) flavorless oil, such as canola or safflower Read More …

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Crisp Rosemary Flatbread

May 8, 2025 Frank

Servings: 3 large or 6 medium flatbreads 1 3/4 cups (230 grams) unbleached all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary plus 2 (6-inch) sprigs (optional) 1 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup (120 ml) water 1/3 cup (80 Read More …

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Broiled Eggplant with Capers and Mint

May 8, 2025 Frank

Makes 4 appetizer-size portions 1 pound thin Italian or Asian eggplants (2 to 3), cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar 1/4 cup chopped mint 2 tablespoons small capers, rinsed Preheat broiler. Arrange Read More …

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Double Chocolate Torte

May 4, 2025 Frank

Serves 10 Cake 8 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped 1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup sugar 5 large eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup all purpose flour Mousse 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut Read More …

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Vegan Chickpea Noodle Soup for 10

May 4, 2025May 25, 2026 Frank

Chickpea noodle soup is quick and easy vegan comfort food at its finest. Don’t shy away from browning the vegetables in the second step. It adds a lot of flavor. And make sure to use a really good vegetable broth. Read More …

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Air Fryer Vegan Buffalo Tofu Bites

May 3, 2025May 25, 2026 Frank

Buffalo tofu in the air fryer, breaded and air-fried then tossed in Buffalo sauce. Make these spicy vegan wing bites without oil. Freezing the tofu gives it a chewy texture that makes this snack just that much better. Serve with Read More …

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Churros

May 3, 2025 Frank

Yield: About 18 6-inch churros Dough 2 cups (475 ml) water 3 tablespoons (40 grams) unsalted butter, cold is fine 2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon fine sea or table salt 2 Read More …

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Roasted Yams and Chickpeas with Yogurt

May 3, 2025 Frank

serves 2 to 4 3 large yams or orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, cut into 4 lengthwise wedges, or 8, if your yams are very thick 1 to 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon crushed red-pepper flakes 1 3/4 cups (1 15-ounce can) Read More …

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Everyday Meatballs

May 3, 2025 Frank

Yield: 22 to 24 small (about 1.5-inch or 1.5 tablespoon) meatballs 1 pound ground meat (I use a mix of beef and pork) 2/3 cup fresh bread crumbs or 1/2 cup panko 1/3 cup milk or water 2 tablespoon finely Read More …

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The ‘I Want Chocolate Cake’ Cake

April 30, 2025 Frank

Yield: 1 generously frosted 8×8-inch cake, which we cut into 16 small squares. Could also yield: 1 generously frosted 8-inch or 9-inch round cake, 12 very generously frosted cupcakes, or it could be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan. Read More …

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Cornmeal-Fried Pork Chops and Goat Cheese-Smashed Potatoes

April 30, 2025 Frank

serves 6 For the pork chops 6 boneless pork chops (about 3 ounces each) About 3 cups buttermilk, whole milk if you can find it Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 2 cups yellow cornmeal Cayenne pepper Canola oil Read More …

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Morning Bread Pudding with Salted Caramel

April 30, 2025 Frank

serves 6 3/4 cup plus (optional) 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt or just 2 or 3 pinches of a coarse one 10 to 12-ounce loaf brioche or challah bread (cut into slices Read More …

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Dijon and Cognac Beef Stew

April 29, 2025 Frank

serves 4 to 6 1/4 pound salt pork, pancetta or bacon, diced 1 large onion, finely diced 3 shallots, chopped 4 tablespoons butter, as needed 2 pounds beef chuck, in 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons flour Salt and freshly ground black Read More …

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French Onion Tart

April 29, 2025 Frank

Crust 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon table salt 1/2 cup (1 stick, 4 ounces or 113 grams) chilled butter, in cubes 3 tablespoons cold water Filling 1 1/2 pounds yellow onions (about 4 medium), halved and thinly Read More …

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Fried Egg Sandwich with Bacon and Blue Cheese

April 29, 2025 Frank

makes 2 sandwiches 2 ciabatta rolls 1 1/2 cups frisée (French curly endive), torn into-bite size pieces (about 2 ounces) 1 bacon slice, preferably thick-cut 1 tablespoon minced shallot (from 1 small) 1 teaspoon smooth Dijon mustard 4 teaspoons red Read More …

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How to Julienne

April 27, 2025 Frank

A lot of very precise cutting that’s not going to come easily to someone who didn’t mince their way through hours of knife skills class in cooking school. If you can slice a vegetable, you can julienne: Take any fruit Read More …

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Plum Squares with Marzipan Crumble

April 27, 2025 Frank

serves 12 to 16 Crust 1 cup (130 grams) all-purpose flour 1/2 cup (55 grams) sliced almonds, toasted or equivalent weight almond flour 1/4 teaspoon fine sea or table salt 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon almond extract Read More …

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Vegan Potatoes au Gratin

April 27, 2025May 25, 2026 Frank

A vegan version of a popular dish that non-vegans will enjoy. serves 8 6 large potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth, divided 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon seasoning salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon Read More …

Potato, Vegetarian/VeganPotatoes, VeganLeave a comment

Zucchini, Rice and Cheese Gratin (Tian de Courgettes au Riz)

April 23, 2025 Frank

serves 6 Butter for dish 2 1/2 pounds (about 1 1/8 kg) zucchini 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 cup (90 grams) plain, uncooked white rice 1 medium onion, minced (about 1 cup) 5 tablespoons (75 ml) olive oil, divided Read More …

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Caponata

April 23, 2025 Frank

Enough olive oil to deep fry 2 pound eggplant, cut into 1″ cubes 1 large yellow or sweet-variety onion, chopped medium-small 1 to 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons tomato Read More …

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Baked Pasta with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage

April 23, 2025 Frank

Pasta and assembly 1 pound chunky pasta of your choice 1 bundle broccoli rabe, stems and leaves cut into 1-inch segments 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy pork or chicken), casings removed 2/3 cup grated parmesan or pecorino romano Read More …

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Herbed Tomato and Roasted Garlic Tart

April 20, 2025 Frank

Serves 6 (lunch-sized portion) to 8 (appetizer-sized portion). You could double this recipe and bake it in a 13″x18″ rimmed pan. 1 small head garlic 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus an extra drizzle for the garlic 1 9″x13″ sheet frozen Read More …

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Chocolate and Toasted Hazelnut Milk

April 20, 2025 Frank

Yield: About 3 3/4 cups chocolate hazelnut milk (or 3 2/3 cups toasted hazelnut milk, without the chocolate). 2 cups (10 ounces or 285 grams) hazelnuts 3 1/2 cups (830 grams) water, plus more for soaking 1 1/4 cups (7 Read More …

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Fig, Olive Oil and Sea Salt Challah

April 20, 2025 Frank

makes 1 large loaf, serves 16 Bread 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet — 1/4 ounce or 7 grams) active dry yeast 1/4 cup (85 grams) plus 1 teaspoon honey 2/3 cup warm water (110 to 116 degrees F) 1/3 cup Read More …

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Baked Orzo with Eggplant and Mozzarella

April 20, 2025 Frank

Serves 4 1 large eggplant, cut into 3/4-inch dice Salt and black pepper 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 celery stalk, in a 1/4-inch dice 1 medium onion, finely diced Read More …

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Spicy Soba Noodles with Shiitakes and Cabbage

April 20, 2025 Frank

serves 4 For sauce 1/3 cup water 1/3 cup soy sauce 2 to 3 teaspoons Korean hot-pepper paste (sometimes labeled “gochujang”) 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar For noodles 3 tablespoons sesame seeds 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons finely chopped Read More …

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Sour Cherry Compote

April 20, 2025September 16, 2025 Frank

Makes 2 cups 2/3 cup water 6 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise 2 1/2 cups (1 pound) cherries, pitted Combine water, sugar and lemon juice in heavy medium saucepan. Scrape seeds from vanilla Read More …

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Vegan Mac and No Cheese

April 20, 2025May 25, 2026 Frank

A vegan version of macaroni and cheese, sure to please the whole family. serves 4 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked elbow macaroni 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 cup cashews 1/3 cup lemon juice 1 1/3 cups Read More …

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Buc-ee’s Brisket Sandwich (Better Than The Original!)

April 20, 2025 Frank

Recreate the famous gas station’s legendary smoked brisket sandwich at home with this authentic copycat recipe featuring a special spice blend and slow-smoking technique. Serves 10 Brisket 2 tablespoons salt 1 tablespoon black peppercorns 3 teaspoons onion salt 2 teaspoons Read More …

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Corn Bread Salad with Buttermilk Dressing

April 17, 2025 Frank

1 recipe Crispy Corn Bread or 3 cups of 1-inch cornbread cubes 1 1/2 pounds ripe tomatoes (4 to 6 medium) 6 cups roughly torn sturdy fresh lettuce, such as Bibb, butter or Boston 2 cups bitter greens, such as Read More …

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Thin, Crispy Corn Bread

April 17, 2025 Frank

1 tablespoon lard or unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups stone-ground cornmeal 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar 1 large egg 1 1/2 cups whole or lowfat buttermilk (whole is preferred, here’s how Read More …

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Buttermilk-Lime Dressing

April 17, 2025 Frank

Less heavy than a traditional green goddess dressing, but oh-so-much “greener” than a standard buttermilk dressing, this would be equally good on a salad as it would be as a dip (add 1/3 cup sour cream or crème fraîche, and Read More …

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Peach Shortbread

April 17, 2025 Frank

1 cup (7 ounces or 200 grams) white sugar 1 teaspoon (5 grams) baking powder 2 3/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons (12 5/8 ounces or 359 grams) cups all-purpose flour (or you can measure 3 cups and remove 2 tablespoons Read More …

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Vegan Potato Soup

April 17, 2025May 25, 2026 Frank

This vegan potato soup made with almond milk is super smooth and creamy. It’s delicious topped with croutons and green onions for a warming winter soup. serves 8 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup diced onion 1 cup diced carrot Read More …

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White Bean Roasted Red Pepper Dip

April 16, 2025 Frank

1 15-ounce can of white cannelini or navy beans, drained and rinsed 1 small jar roasted red peppers, or about 1 cup, drained 3 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 clove garlic, minced Juice from half a lemon Salt and pepper Read More …

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