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Basil Chicken Stir-Fry and More Feel-Good Recipes for July

This month’s Feel-Good Food Plan features a speedy dinner and composting epiphany.

Cold Noodles and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like Caesar salad and no-cook tomato sauce.

I Need Instant Pot Recipes

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Shilpa share recipes that showcase what the Instant Pot does best.

The Fruit Salad That Revived Me After Childbirth

Following a difficult labor, it was a surprise bag of cherries that helped me heal.

Use Feta Brine as a 1-Ingredient Grilled Chicken Marinade

You can zhuzh it up with whatever you have around too.

I Need the Best Way to Cook Beans

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Justine Doiron (aka Justine Snacks) help caller Teddy successfully cook beans from scratch.

How to Cook Halloumi, the Cheese We Want in Our Fridge at All Times

This Cypriot cheese refuses to melt—and in these recipes, that’s a good thing.

I Need High-Protein, Family-Friendly Recipes

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Dan Pelosi help caller Liliana find filling meals that her whole family can enjoy.

Which Mayonnaise Is Best? A Taste Test of Duke’s, Kewpie, and More

We tried nine popular mayo brands so you can have the best potato salad at the potluck.

I Need Expert Barbecue Tips

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and barbecue experts Dave Yasuda and Tuffy Stone share how to prepare the most tender of barbecue meats

Vegan Tacos and More Feel-Good Recipes for June

Our Feel-Good Food Plan is back and better than ever.

Coconutty Grilled Shrimp and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like a tender blueberry lemon loaf and a winning kale salad.

The Cabbage Stir-Fry I Ate Nonstop to Ease Postpartum Constipation

I’d struggled on the toilet before. But nothing prepared me for the pain of pooping after childbirth.

I Need Recipes for a Korean Anju Party

On this episode of “Dinner SOS,” Chris and Hana are joined by recipe developer Irene Yoo and “Koreaworld” authors Deuki Hong and Matt Rodbard.

For the Juiciest Grilled Meat, Marinate It in Soda

Soda’s acidity tenderizes meat like chicken, while its sugar boosts caramelization.

I Need Easy Meals for My Kids

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Didn’t I Just Feed You hosts Stacie and Meghan offer tips on how to make family cooking easier.

How to Tell If a Cantaloupe Is Ripe, Sweet, and Juicy

Use these four tips to grab a good melon at the market.

I Need to Make Vegetables Exciting

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Eden help caller Abby make her husband fall in love with vegetables.

Which Vodka Is Best? A Taste Test of Svedka, Stoli, Grey Goose, and More

We sipped 11 brands (send help), all so you can reach peak martini.

My Garlic Turned Blue. Can I Still Eat It?

You probably can. Here’s how to tell.

Spicy Tuna Rice Bowls Are My Fast Fallback

With leftover rice and a riffable formula, it takes 10 minutes tops.

I Need a New Summer Drink

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris, Shilpa, Dan, and Sam chat all things drinks both alcoholic and nonalcoholic.

I Tried Trader Joe’s New Spring Lineup—Here’s What to Buy

Jalapeño wontons, chocolate chip croissants, an insulated bag, and more.

What Is That White Stuff on Your Food?

Whether it’s eggs, chocolate, or grapes—we’ve got answers.

What Is That White Coating on My Grapes?

That cloudiness is called bloom, and it’s actually a good thing.

What Is the White Casing on Salami? Is It Mold?

It looks like mold because it is mold—the good kind.

What Are Those White Specks in My Parmesan?

No, they’re not mold—here’s how to tell the difference.

After Giving Birth, This Golden Chicken Soup Was My Balm

With turmeric and fenugreek, the rejuvenating broth is healing in more ways than one.

I Need Help Hosting a Crowd

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and “Your Mama’s Kitchen” host Michele Norris share their tips and tricks for cooking when hosting a crowd.

For the Creamiest No-Churn Ice Cream, Add Vodka

Just a splash changes everything—here’s how.

How to Party With Soju, Korea’s Most Iconic Spirit

For starters, don’t pour your own glass.

I Need to Plan an “American Meal”

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris, staff social video expert Adam Moussa, and World of Wine host André Mack help Gabe create the ultimate American feast.

3-Ingredient Okonomiyaki Sauce Is Peak Umami

Squiggle it on tofu nuggets, chicken katsu, roasted veg—and yeah, okonomiyaki.

Freeze Sofrito for Busy Weeknight Dinners

All I have to do is pop out a few cubes and I’m well on my way.