5 Ingredients or Fewer
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).
By Elizabeth Andoh
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.
By Daniel Shumski
Miso-Mustard Dressing
The two flavors, miso and mustard, make an unlikely but incredibly delicious pair.
By Claire Saffitz
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.
By Lily Freedman
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.
By Rhoda Boone
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.
By Sarah Kirnon
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.
By Nguyen Tran
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.
By Nick Nutting
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.
By The Epicurious Test Kitchen
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.
By Joe Sevier
Homemade Spiced Coconut Chips
Customize this addictive crunchy snack to your heart’s content with your favorite sweetener and ground spices.
By Anna Stockwell
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.
By Richard Blais