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Cooked Semi-Polished Rice (Haiga Mai)

Haiga mai has become a middle-of-the-road alternative for many health-conscious Japanese households. The appearance and taste is close to that of fully polished rice, but haiga, the nutrient-rich germ, is left intact (though the hull has been removed).

Maple Butter

Spread this easy compound butter on waffles, pancakes, and French toast for sure, but it's also great on a ham and cheese sandwich.

Miso-Mustard Dressing

The two flavors, miso and mustard, make an unlikely but incredibly delicious pair.

Grill-Roasted Pineapple

The smoky and sweet pineapple flesh can be scooped out and added to salsas, spooned over shortcakes or ice cream, or served alongside grilled pork, chicken, or fish. This recipe is from Lord Stanley in San Francisco, CA.

Slow-Roasted Rhubarb

When you're shopping for rhubarb, try to find redder, thinner stalks; they're the sweetest and most tender.

Rhubarb Compote

This compote would be quite fine on toast.

Boozy Piña Colada Ice Cream

Store-bought coconut ice cream gets a sunny, boozy kick from a pineapple and rum swirl in this easy ice cream inspired by our favorite beach-side cocktail.

Sautéed Collard Greens and Sweet Onion with Paprika

If you can’t find coconut vinegar for this collard greens recipe, use 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar instead.

Quesadillas with Oaxacan Cheese and Squash Blossoms

Seek out a tortilleria for fresh corn tortillas if possible; it makes a difference.

Toasted Chile de Árbol and Tomatillo Salsa

For a salsa that won’t send smoke shooting from your ears, be thorough about removing the seeds from the chiles—and even scraping out the ribs, the hottest part.

Mezcal Cocktail with Hibiscus and Cilantro

You can find loose hibiscus flowers at Mexican and Indian grocers, but if not, use 6 hibiscus tea bags instead.

Coco Rico Vietnamese Fish Sauce

Serve with anything and everything—it will get better, spicier, and more Vietnamese-approved over time.

Lemon Curd with Berries

This very lemony curd is made with whole eggs instead of just the yolks, which gives it an extra-light texture.

Cloud Bread

Used for sandwiches, flatbreads, toast, or desserts, "Cloud Bread" is a simple, 3-ingredient recipe that offers a high-protein, low-carb, low-cal, gluten-free alternative to bread. Adding seasoning like herbs, spices, or honey helps boost flavor while keeping this "bread" health-focused.

The New Bee's Knees

Here's an easy cocktail that is sure to be the buzz of your next dinner party. The Bee's Knees gets its sweetness from a quick-to-prepare honey syrup. And we've given this classic drink a floral, Provençal twist by adding lavender. The result is unexpected and delicious: a perfect balance of sharp, fragrant, sweet, and strong.

Artichokes with Parmesan–Black Pepper Yogurt

Any sharp, salty cheese will work in this dip; try Pecorino or feta.

Madeleines With Lavender Honey

These cake-like cookies are perfect with a cup of tea. Madeleine pans are available at cookware stores.

Sweet-Cream Coffee Butter

Don't just wake up to coffee and toast, wake up to coffee on toast with this caffeinated breakfast spread that's reminiscent of your favorite milky latte.

Homemade Spiced Coconut Chips

Customize this addictive crunchy snack to your heart’s content with your favorite sweetener and ground spices.

Triple-Cooked Fries

Fat pretty much makes the fry. These spuds start off in water, which preps them for the subsequent fryings in beef or duck fat, resulting in irresistibly crunchy, crackly french fries.
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