Cooking
Tips, tricks, and techniques
Rice Cooker Risotto and More Recipes We Made This Week
Like gochujang-sesame noodles and matzo balls.
16 Standout Cookbooks for Spring 2025
Here are the titles our editors are cooking from at home—recipes included.
The Seeds That Grow the Most Delicious Vegetables
Row 7 is taking on Big Produce, one crop at a time
Taste Tests
The Best Vegan Mayo for Sandwiches, Sauces, and More
We tried 9 brands of vegan mayonnaise to see which ones can ditch the eggs and get away with it.Which Sunflower Seed Butter Is Best?
We tried 10 varieties, including creamy and crunchy, sweetened and unsweetened.The Best Caesar Dressing You Can Buy at the Store
We tried 19 Caesar dressings—Ken’s, Cardini, Marzetti, and more—to find our favorite.The Best Canned Refried Beans for Nachos, Enchiladas, and More
We tried 11 brands, including Amy’s, Old El Paso, Ortega, and Taco Bell.Which Bourbon Is Best? A Taste Test of Knob Creek, Michter’s, Bulleit and more
In our latest taste test we hunted down for a bourbon for every palate.The Best Canned Sardines for Snacking and Cooking
We tried 10 tins in our taste test, including King Oscar, Patagonia, and Ortiz.
Fourth Trimester
The Mushroom Stir-Fry That Pleases Both My Co-Parents
All four of us—three partners, one baby—have our food preferences. This dinner works for everyone.Nothing Can Prepare You for Birth—but Try Making Wontons
Stocking my freezer turned out to be the best version of nesting.The Best Gift I Got After Giving Birth Was Canned Tomatoes
We ate marinara for weeks, but the letters from my mother-in-law are timeless.My Postpartum Doula Turned Me Into a Dill Evangelist
After childbirth, I needed to feel human again. An herby bean salad brought me back.The Bouyon That Transported Me to Haiti After Childbirth
My daughter’s father, Atibon, loves to make this Haitian soup as a comforting pick-me-up.30 Days (of Soup) at a Postpartum Hotel
One broth in particular stuck with Taiwan-based cookbook author Clarissa Wei.
Recipe Collections
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19 Green Sauces to Use Up All Your Herbs
Including pesto, salsa verde, chimichurri, and more, these kicky condiments zhuzh up any meal.19 slides - icon
47 Spicy Recipes to Make You Sweat
Fiery chili-crisp pasta, spicy cocoa shrimp, beef mala hot pot, and more tingle-inducing recipes.47 slides - icon
31 Asparagus Recipes That’ll Put a Spring in Your Step
Shaved into a salad, roasted until crispy, or puréed into soup, our best asparagus recipes celebrate spring’s most iconic spears.31 slides - icon
29 Salad Dressings Worth Making at Home
A coffee vinaigrette to wake you up, a preserved lemon dressing to make things bright, and more great ways to coat your greens.29 slides - icon
41 Make-Ahead Breakfasts for Busy Mornings
Matcha chia pudding, use-it-up frittata, horchata overnight oats, and more great reasons to get out of bed.41 slides - icon
29 Delectable Leek Recipes Beyond Potato Soup
Like baked pasta in anchovy cream, a savory pistachio-crusted galette, and roast chicken with caramelized leeks.29 slides - icon
23 Chia Seed Recipes That Go Beyond Pudding
Like an energizing seedy nut butter, chia pancakes you can make ahead, and a filling blueberry smoothie.23 slides - icon
23 Grapefruit Recipes to Perk Up Your Day
Like a citrusy poppy seed cake, a sparkling amaro cocktail, and a twist on lemon bars.23 slides
Feel-Good Food Plan
The One-Skillet Shrimp That Makes Any Night Date Night
April’s Feel-Good Food Plan is all about fostering connection over sharable, TV-free dinners.A High-Protein, Low-Carb Dosa Recipe to Fuel Your Mornings
Managing diabetes or just keeping your blood sugar in check? March’s Feel-Good Food Plan is here to start your day off right.A Citrusy Oatmeal to Chase Away the Winter Blues
February's Feel-Good Food Plan is filled with bright recipes and soothing habits.A Nourishing Chicken Noodle Soup for Sick Days
Cold season is here. January’s Feel-Good Food Plan will help.The Spanakopita Eggs That Fuel My Morning Workouts
And balance my day job—baking cookies in the test kitchen.
How to Travel With Cheese and Keep It Fresh
Whether you’re toting home Comté from France or parm from Italy, we have tips.
I Need Fool-Proof Matzo Ball Recipes
On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Kate help Janae tackle the art of the matzo ball.
This Chocolate Pie Was the Best Breakfast I’ve Had All Month
From Gourmet, this recipe has been a reader favorite for decades.
A Carrot Wellington for Your Spring Celebrations
Sounds like the punchline to a joke about vegetarianism. Actually a showstopping main dish.
I Need a Pistachio Cake Recipe
On this episode of Dinner SOS, the BA Bake Club is back with a brand new cake recipe. Plus, a baking icon makes a special guest appearance.
There’s No Matzo Ball Recipe Better Than the Mix
Not all comfort food needs to be made from scratch.
The Chocolate-Caramel Cookie Bar of Our Dreams
Alert the chat—the latest Bake Club recipe is here.
This Coconut-Chile Salmon Got Me Excited About Fish Again
A delightful 30-minute recipe to add to the weekly meal plan.
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All the Recipes From Bon Appétit’s Travel Issue
We’ve got honey-soy chicken, asparagus Comté salad, and a grapefruit cocktail.
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6 Common Food Additives You Should Know About
Preservatives, emulsifiers, and other food additives perform pivotal roles in packaged foods. Here’s what you need to know about what they do.
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Our Most Popular Recipes of March
Like a tofu grain bowl, mushroom stir-fry, and pistachio cake.
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Sheet-Pan Chicken With Grapes and More Recipes We Made This Week
Like cornbread breakfast casserole and lamb burgers.
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67 Easter Dinner Ideas You’ll Want to Make a Tradition
Like sumac lamb with minty artichokes, spring panzanella, and asparagus in Parmesan cream.
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How to Grill Fish, Whole or Filleted
Whether you snagged a tuna steak, a side of salmon, or a whole red snapper, we have tips.
These Protein-Packed Cutlets Were a Birthday Request
Some people want cake. Test kitchen editor Jesse wanted chicken.
I Need Plant-Based Protein Recipes
On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Shilpa are here to help George tackle plant-based proteins.
The Dish That Got My Toddler to Eat More Than Chicken Nuggets
For a few months we gave in. Then we tried this simple technique.
It‘s Back to Basics Week on 'Dinner SOS'
Chris and his Bon Appétit colleagues are here to answer all things back to basics.
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23 Korean BBQ Recipes for Grilling Season
Gochujang pork steaks, bulgogi short ribs, and all the banchan to go with them.
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Can You Refreeze Food? It Depends
A culinary scientist’s tips for safely refreezing meat, produce, soups, and more.
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29 Persian Recipes for Holidays and Everyday
Roasted fish and herby polow for Nowruz, easy stews and quick borani for every other night of the year.
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37 Late-Night Snacks Both Savory and Sweet
Like 10-minute peanut butter noodles, chocolate chipless cookies, and tater tot waffles.
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23 Noodle Soups to Slurp With Gusto
Gingery chicken noodle, French onion ramen, and more comforting bowls.
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I Need a Foolproof Cheesecake Recipe
Jesse and Shilpa are back with BA Bake Club. This month the duo tells us how to make a textbook Basque cheesecake imbued with the bittersweet flavors of tiramisu.
How to Safely Use Expired Milk
Expired doesn’t necessarily mean spoiled. Here’s how to tell the difference.
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47 Passover Recipes for a Delicious, Memorable Holiday
Roast salmon with harissa, chocolate-stuffed macaroons, and matzo brei that goes sweet or savory.
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Our Most Popular Recipes of February
Like chicken stir-fry, vegetarian Italian wedding soup, and tiramisu cheesecake.
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Make-Ahead Lentil Salad and More Recipes We Made This Week
Like coconut tempeh larb and mochi pancakes.
Chefs Are Falling Back in Love With Steaming. You Should Too
Get started with the tenderest fish, elegant cabbage rolls, and more.
Brothy Beans That Don’t Need to Simmer All Day
Consider this the coziest thing you can do with a can of chickpeas.
A 2-Ingredient Super Sauce for Any Noodle in Your Pantry
Hoisin plus tomatillo salsa? It’s savory, tangy, and unexpectedly perfect.
I Need Fast, No-Cook Lunch Ideas
On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Jesse help Karen tackle easy no-cook lunch recipes.
A 5-Minute Tofu to Round Out My Weeknight Meals
It’s equal parts comforting and quick, all thanks to my microwave.
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29 Cheesy Pasta Recipes for the Coziest Dinners
Like artichoke dip penne, pillowy ricotta gnocchi, and French onion shells with Gruyère.
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I Need Good Recipes for One
On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris, Jesse, and Kendra help listeners find inspiration and joy in cooking for themselves.
The Chicken Pastina My Toddler Adores
When he suddenly rejected vegetables, this recipe was the solution.
What Should I Bring to a Dinner Party? (That Isn’t Wine)
Nobody’s mad at an extra bottle of Pinot Noir, but these other items might be more helpful to the host.
How to Throw a Dinner Party With Just $60
Test kitchen editor Kendra Vaculin shares her dream menu and tips for hosting on a budget.
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How to Make DIY Pop-Tarts Like Taylor Swift
Travis Kelce called them “unbelievable.” We feel the same way about our recipe from Claire Saffitz.
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I Need a Pizza Dough Recipe That's Actually Good
Jesse and Shilpa are back with BA Bake Club to talk all things pizza.
A Simple Way to Make Nourishing Bone Broth
With these expert tips, you can have a flavorful, nutrient-rich broth in just a few hours.
I Stand by My Pineapple-Mayonnaise Sandwich
It's a three-ingredient, pantry-friendly Southern classic.
Chef Daniel Humm on Eleven Madison Park’s Plant-Based Chapter
Jamila sits down with Chef Daniel Humm, Chef & Owner of famed New York City restaurant Eleven Madison Park, to talk about how fine dining weathered the pandemic, why his restaurant went entirely plant-based, and how he's thinking about legacy.
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23 Phyllo Dough Recipes That Go Sweet or Savory
Like ruffled guava and goat cheese pie, cheesy sesame seed crackers, pistachio baklava, and more.
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Gochujang Sloppy Joes and More Recipes We Made This Week
Like roasted chicken with winter squash and chocolate olive oil cake.
The Best Meal Prep Is a Sunday Dinner Party
This simple company-worthy menu sets you up for a week of easy dinners.
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Our Most Popular Recipes of January
Like cornbread breakfast casserole, rice cooker risotto, and ruffled mushroom pot pie.
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How to Bake a Homemade Wedding Cake
You don’t have to be a pro baker to pull off this big-occasion dessert.
This Microwaveable Chana Masala Regularly Saves Dinner
Tasty Bite is the flavorful convenience food our test kitchen editors can’t get enough of.
I Need Cozy Winter Recipes
On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris, Jesse, and Shilpa inspire listeners to lean into cozy winter cooking.
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61 Super Bowl Snacks That’ll Win the Appetizer Game
Like Sri Lankan grilled cheese sliders, hot pickle dip with crushed Cheez-Its, curry-spiced spareribs, and more.
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The Ominous Ingredient in Your Candy Hearts
Consumer advocates have been pushing for a ban on the controversial additive for years.
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These Days, My Protein of Choice Is Cheese
Golden paneer stir-fried with green beans, creamy burrata and cabbage salad, and Halloumi meatballs with tomato sauce.
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I Need Freezer-Friendly Recipes
On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Hana help caller and first time mom Mara stock up on nourishing, freezer-friendly meals for when her baby arrives.
The Bon Appétit 56
We have thousands of obsessively tested recipes. Here are 56 essentials to make this year.
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23 Healthy Barley Recipes That Aren’t All Soup
Like stir-fried barley with kimchi, pomegranate-dappled tabbouleh, and barley salad with mushrooms.
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I Need a Simple-Yet-Impressive Cake Recipe
On this episode of Dinner SOS, Shilpa and Jesse are back with this month’s installment of BA Bake Club featuring the most delicious, simple and long-lasting chocolate olive oil cake recipe.
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53 One-Pot Meals for Breezy Dinners
Baked rigatoni with Italian sausage, tomato-braised salmon, and more one-dish meals that won’t leave you with a full sink.
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