Basil

Turn store-bought ravioli into the most sophisticated thing you’ll cook this week.

Savory, herby, and oh so green, this savory pancake is a winner for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Spicy gochujang and creamy tahini come together harmoniously in this punchy, umami-rich noodle dish.

Sweet basil just can't do it justice.

Fresh summer tomatoes take center stage with these saucy Margherita pizza-inspired beans.

These noodles hit every note we look for in a satisfying dinner: Herbaceous, saucy noodles, fresh crunchy toppings, and a jammy egg on top. It's really worth seeking out grassy, spicy Thai basil for the the three-ingredient basil sauce.

An extra-thick Caesar dressing gives this tomato salad its oomph—and keeps it from sogging out at the picnic.

Move over, salads: Green goddess is perfect as a marinade for grilled chicken thighs.

Tomatoes are the perfect match for the acidic, sweet, and slightly-funky dressing that tops this bright, wonderfully herbaceous salad. 

This portable pocket of cheesy goodness tastes like your favorite pizza toppings found a puff pastry home.

This gnocchi (Is it pasta? Is it a salad?) with a jammy cherry tomato sauce takes just 25 minutes and one pan.

A laid-back risotto (not an oxymoron!) in a summer state of mind.

Take sweet, juicy melon into the realm of dinner with a hit of Taiwanese black vinegar. (Chile crisp, fish sauce, and fried shallots help, too.)

Thinly sliced flanken-cut short ribs, packed with rich flavor, are the key to this Thai stir-fry.

Sweet, sweet basil deserves all of your attention. Pay it proper respect with these delicious recipes.

Getting a porterhouse steak to a blushing, consistent medium-rare is a feat—but the key is to keep it moving.

These sticky-salty-sweet pork steaks are a new summer grilling staple.

Battuto is 1) A chopped herb sauce that tastes like spring 2) Fun to say. Make it!

We opted to use cherry tomatoes for this poached cod recipe because we like their sweetness and how quickly they collapse into a sauce.

Cool yogurt, crunchy seeds, and avocado turn lentils into a lunch salad you’ll actually be excited to eat.

Everything we love about a German potato salad (bright vinegar, fresh herbs, a little heat)—but make it smoky, charred, and grilled.

August is peak eggplant season; look for Japanese and Chinese eggplants for this stir-fry recipe.

This savory infused oil is about to open up your salad world.

You can use various heirloom cucumbers for this savory-sweet salad recipe; if you can find them, flaunt them.