5 Weeknight Dinners for When You Want Leftovers

In New York, we’ve just exited the ‘season’ named Second Summer, and it’s exactly what it sounds like: A weird period of time—mostly in early September—where temperatures fluctuate to briefly mirror the summery hell we just left behind. This ‘season’ (…

In New York, we’ve just exited the ‘season’ named Second Summer, and it’s exactly what it sounds like: A weird period of time—mostly in early September—where temperatures fluctuate to briefly mirror the summery hell we just left behind. This ‘season’ (I say this loosely, as this is not an official time, just an observation by other New Yorkers) is bookended by False Fall (a brief reprieve from the heat, usually three to five days long), and Actual Fall. And Actual Fall is off to a cold, foggy, rainy start. Yay.

To get me through this weird week where I feel deeply unmotivated, but very hungry (always), I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorite weeknight dinners I like to make while watching fall-themed rom-coms (Practical Magic anyone?) or hosting pals for a mid-week social boost.

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5 Weeknight Dinners I’m Making Instead of Ordering Takeout (Again)

I moved into a new apartment a little over two weeks ago, and as anyone who’s ever moved knows, the process involves eating a lot of takeout—all your knives are in boxes, you don’t have any groceries, and you’re working in an unfamiliar, not-yet-home k…

I moved into a new apartment a little over two weeks ago, and as anyone who’s ever moved knows, the process involves eating a lot of takeout—all your knives are in boxes, you don’t have any groceries, and you’re working in an unfamiliar, not-yet-home kitchen. It’s a solid excuse for the first week or so post-move, but by now, I’m more or less settled into my new place. However, I’m still finding it hard to break the ol’ Doordash habit.

So, this week, I wanted to pick recipes that would get me cooking again. The main objective? Keep the stakes as low as possible: The recipes will be easy. The ingredients will be (relatively) few. Almost everything will be cheap, vegetarian, and rely on lots of pantry staples. I know these descriptors don’t sound exciting—that’s because they’re not—but they’re the kind of recipes that are ultimately the most reliable and comforting. Here’s what I'm making.

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40 Thanksgiving Cake Ideas to Try This Year

If there’s anything Thanksgiving is known for, it’s pie. And we’re not complaining—we love Thanksgiving pies, whether they’re filled with a classic ingredient like apple, pumpkin, or pecan or something more unexpected, like matcha custard or tahini mou…

If there’s anything Thanksgiving is known for, it’s pie. And we’re not complaining—we love Thanksgiving pies, whether they’re filled with a classic ingredient like apple, pumpkin, or pecan or something more unexpected, like matcha custard or tahini mousse. That being said: We don’t think pies are the only dessert that can (or should) appear on your Thanksgiving table. The same flavors that are so delicious in this season’s pies—warm spices, caramelized sugar, tart fruit—work just as well in cakes.

Here, we’ve gathered 40 of our favorite Thanksgiving cake ideas in one place. We have tons of easy, simple recipes for those looking to make dessert as speedy and stress-free as possible, along with more involved options like layer cakes for those seeking a challenge. In either case, your dessert is guaranteed to be the highlight of the meal.

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38 Recipes Perfect for Your Rosh Hashanah Feast

Rosh Hashanah—the Jewish New Year—is one of the most important holidays on the Jewish calendar. Beginning this year on September 15 at sundown and lasting until nightfall on September 18, it’s a time to reflect, welcome the new year, and (of course) ea…

Rosh Hashanah—the Jewish New Year—is one of the most important holidays on the Jewish calendar. Beginning this year on September 15 at sundown and lasting until nightfall on September 18, it’s a time to reflect, welcome the new year, and (of course) eat delicious food with loved ones.

There are a few dishes one can expect to find on a typical Rosh Hashanah table, many of which carry symbolic significance. Apples and honey are a classic pairing, which represents a sweet year ahead. Challah, usually braided into a long rope, is baked into a round formation on the holiday, to signify the circle of life. Those are just a start: Pomegranates, fish heads, carrots, beets, leeks, and dates all carry symbolic meaning during the holiday.

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5 Weeknight Dinners to Make This Week, Family Edition

The Wall Street Journal just published a riff on the quiet quitting trend titled “Try Hard, but Not That Hard. 85% is the Magic Number for Productivity.” This is valuable advice (that I will probably never follow). But it leads me to wonder: If you giv…

The Wall Street Journal just published a riff on the quiet quitting trend titled “Try Hard, but Not That Hard. 85% is the Magic Number for Productivity.” This is valuable advice (that I will probably never follow). But it leads me to wonder: If you give even 85 percent of yourself at work, what does that leave for your weeknight meal game? In my home, it doesn’t add up to much.

On school nights, if my family of four can sit together at the table and actually eat the same thing two out of five weekdays, I consider that a win. The other nights, when practices and games and after-work drinks send us in different directions, I play short order cook or Doordash concierge. That means that the magic weeknight dinner effort in my household is at a measly 40 percent (though I often make up for lost time on the weekends).

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Our 46 Favorite Fall Baking Recipes

We’re getting ready for fall in the best way we know how: by collecting inspiration for all of our upcoming baking projects. Fall is the start of the unofficial baking season—the weather cools down, activities turn indoors, and winter holidays appear o…

We’re getting ready for fall in the best way we know how: by collecting inspiration for all of our upcoming baking projects. Fall is the start of the unofficial baking season—the weather cools down, activities turn indoors, and winter holidays appear on the horizon. It doesn’t hurt that the season is also associated with flavors that are particularly well-suited for baking, whether you lean towards apple, cinnamon, or pumpkin spice. We’ve gathered some of our favorite highly rated and fall-ready baking recipes and divided them into four categories: cakes and quickbreads, crisps, pies, and cookies. Without further ado, here are 46 baking projects we’re excited to tackle this fall.


Cakes & Quickbreads

If cakes are your go-to baking project, we’ve got tons of ideas and inspiration to get you started. From straightforward quickbreads to elaborately glazed bundt cakes, these recipes rely on classic fall flavors like pumpkin, apple, pear, and ginger. We’ve also thrown in some less traditional options that still work perfectly for the season (we’re looking at you, Olive Oil Cake With Lime & Sumac).

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24 Fruit Pies to Make Before Summer Is Over

To us, August means one thing: It’s time to use up all that summer produce. Whether it’s piles of zucchini, all shapes of heirloom tomatoes, or candy-sweet corn, it’s undeniable that fruits and vegetables are at their peak right now. Fruit, especially,…

To us, August means one thing: It’s time to use up all that summer produce. Whether it’s piles of zucchini, all shapes of heirloom tomatoes, or candy-sweet corn, it’s undeniable that fruits and vegetables are at their peak right now. Fruit, especially, shines in August, when berries and stone fruits have taken over farmers markets and grocery stores’ produce aisles alike.

Aside from eating it plain (which, we admit, is hard to beat), the best way to eat all this in-season fruit is to bake it in a pie. From traditional, lattice-topped versions made with all-butter crusts to easygoing galettes, you can’t go wrong with the combination of sweet-tart fruit and flaky pastry. To get you started, we’ve gathered 24 of our all-time favorite fruit pie recipes that are perfect for these final weeks of summer.

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21 One-Pot Dinners to Pull Out for Weeknight Magic

This article was originally published in September 2018. It has been updated to include even more of our favorite one-pot dinner recipes.

Some people (like my roommate) wake up as the day goes on. By the time they get home from work, they’re ready …

This article was originally published in September 2018. It has been updated to include even more of our favorite one-pot dinner recipes.

Some people (like my roommate) wake up as the day goes on. By the time they get home from work, they’re ready to tackle a workout, dinner, and a couple of episodes on Netflix.

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Our 14 Favorite Picnic-Ready Recipes

With summer days on the wane, there’s never been a better time for a picnic. Now, you just need to decide what to pack in your bag, cooler, or basket. We’ve compiled a list of our top 14 most picnic-friendly recipes, whether you’re hitting the beach, p…

With summer days on the wane, there’s never been a better time for a picnic. Now, you just need to decide what to pack in your bag, cooler, or basket. We’ve compiled a list of our top 14 most picnic-friendly recipes, whether you’re hitting the beach, park, or other outdoor venue. What makes these dishes especially good to spread out on a blanket and enjoy al fresco? Well, they’re sturdy enough to withstand travel and downtime, easy to share between friends, and taste as good at room temperature as they do warm—if not better. From easy dips to pair with chips and crudité to substantial sandwiches and refreshing salads, here are some go-to recipes to bring to your next picnic.


1. Peach & Tomato Salad With Fish Sauce Vinaigrette

This salad is pretty much as simple as it gets. Making the flavorful, punchy vinaigrette in a jar means it’s easy to travel with—just pack your salad fixings in a separate container, and combine the two elements once you’ve found your picnic spot.

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Our 52 Best Vegetarian Recipes of All Time

Whether you’re cracking open a can of chickpeas or fawning over your farmer’s market haul, one thing remains true: It takes very little effort to pack flavor into a vegetarian meal. The only stumbling block to adding more vegetables to your weekly rout…

Whether you’re cracking open a can of chickpeas or fawning over your farmer’s market haul, one thing remains true: It takes very little effort to pack flavor into a vegetarian meal. The only stumbling block to adding more vegetables to your weekly routine? Having fresh recipes to inspire you.

With that in mind, we’ve gathered our 52 best vegetarian breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert recipes of all time—perfect for consulting when you’re stuck on what to make for Meatless Monday or need new inspiration for your meal planning. Add these to your rotation for vegetable-forward joy.

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