This easy spinach salad recipe has range: It is elegant enough for a dinner party, will impress at a potluck, and makes for a quick and satisfying midweek lunch—especially if you give it main dish energy by adding chickpeas, or sliced hard-boiled eggs. If frying sounds fussy, you can make crispy bacon in the oven. … Read more
Step 1 Preheat oven to 425°. Toss 1 lb. precut ½” pieces butternut squash and 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil on a rimmed baking sheet to coat; season with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper. Push squash to one side and arrange 4 thick-cut bacon slices on other side. Bake until bacon is lightly browned, … Read more
Step 1 Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 375°. Cook 12 oz. bacon (about 12 slices), cut into ¼” pieces, in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until brown and crisp, 6–8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Step 2 Spoon 3 Tbsp. bacon … Read more
Step 1 Place three 28-oz. cans whole peeled tomatoes with their juices in a large bowl, crushing with your hands as you go; set aside. Step 2 Cook 8 oz. smoked bacon (about 8 slices), finely chopped, in a medium Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until some fat has … Read more
Step 1 Drain one 16-oz. jar Napa cabbage kimchi in a mesh sieve set over a small bowl. Squeeze as much brine out of kimchi as possible. Measure out ½ cup brine (it’s okay if you have less) and set aside; discard any excess. Coarsely chop half of kimchi; finely chop remaining kimchi. Set aside … Read more
A signature of Japanese street food, specifically of Osaka, okonomiyaki is a savory pancake known for its custardy interior and a bevy of finishing touches. While the traditional recipe features grated mountain yam (nagaimo or yamaimo) to nail the dish’s characteristically soft texture, this version approximates the results with a pantry-forward batter and a few … Read more