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Deb Perelman

Chicken and Rice With Leeks and Salsa Verde

This one-skillet dinner gets deep oniony flavor from lots of leeks cooked down to jammy tenderness.

Whole Wheat–Oat Waffles

Crispy, nutty whole-grain waffles that can go sweet or savory depending on your mood.

An Asparagus Stir-Fry That’ll Get the Whole Family to the Table

Deb Perelman’s kids and husband all like varying degrees of spiciness in their food. This dinner manages to satisfy them all.

Pork and Asparagus Stir-Fry

Blistered yet snappy asparagus and crispy pork in a robust sauce.

How to Get Your Kids to Eat a Giant Tray of Vegetables

Make like Deb Perelman and call it “Pita Chip Salad.”

Warm Winter Vegetable Salad With Halloumi

Deb Perelman’s fattoush-inspired, picky-eater approved salad with creamy squash, crispy pita chips, and chewy, charred cheese salad.

For Dinner That Comes Together in No Time, Make Red Bean Soup with Taco Fixins

When 5:15 p.m. hits and there’s still no plan, Deb Perelman harnesses the power of her Instant Pot.

Instant Pot Red Bean and Quinoa Soup With Taco Fixins

When 5:15 p.m. hits and there’s still no dinner plan, Deb Perelman makes this Instant Pot soup in 45 minutes flat.

When It Comes to BLTs, There Are No Substitutions

Deb Perelman is all about feeding her kids the healthy stuff. But she’s willing to make an exception for this perfect sandwich.

Grilled Bacon BLTs

Here’s one classic, perfectly executed BLT. Plus, grilling the bacon will save your kitchen from a greasy mess.

When in Doubt, These Hummus Bowls Are the Answer

Smitten Kitchen’s Deb Perelman has a hummus recipe that’ll please everyone from picky kids to guests who are gluten-free.

Hummus With Spiced Summer Squash and Lamb

Lots of toasted pita for scooping up everything is nonnegotiable.

For a Kid-Friendly Cacio e Pepe, Just Add Corn

In search of an alternative to the mac and cheese her kids insist on, Deb Perelman finds inspiration in an iconic Italian dish.

Corn Cacio e Pepe

In search of an alternative to the mac and cheese her kids insist on, Deb Perelman found inspiration in an iconic Italian dish.

Make This Strawberry-Granola Crisp for Mother’s Day

On the holiday that may as well be called National Brunch Day, Deb Perelman advises skipping the endless mimosas in favor of breakfast at home.

Strawberry-Granola Crisp

Because this crisp is barely sweetened, leaning into in-season berries instead of added sugar, it's a perfectly acceptable brunch or breakfast.

These Spinach Artichoke Melts Are Where Dip Meets Grilled Cheese

Deb Perelman piles vegetables under a blanket of cheese for a kid- and parent-approved dinner.

Spinach and Artichoke Melts

Your favorite creamy dip—but in a form you (and your kids) can happily eat for dinner.

No Picky Eater Wants to Eat Broccoli—Until You Add Ketchup

How a throw-together pantry sauce became Deb Perelman’s secret weapon.