#recipes

#recipes

Cooking in early fall can be confusing. Farmers markets and grocery stores are caught between two seasons: The last of the summer harvest is still perfectly ripe, while fall's first crops are already inching their way into the produce section. Do you keep leaning on summer salads and grilled vegetables, or start roasting squash and baking casseroles? Luckily, you don't have to choose; this is one of the most flexible times of the year in the kitchen.

They have a comparable protein content and roughly the same amount of calories; but, when it comes to fiber, almond butter beats peanut butter. A serving of almond butter (two tablespoons) has around 3.3 grams of fiber, whereas peanut butter has half that amount. There seems to be a trend focused on consuming as much protein as possible, but fiber is an underrated nutrient that's finally getting its time in the spotlight - and almond butter is a delicious way to ensure you get enough.

Italian cuisine so often references old times; I love simple food and forgotten tales, too, but I also feel the need to escape this tradition. We opened our restaurant, Trattoria della Gloria, in Milan in 2023, and instinctively refused to spend every night selling a remote and often fictional past. Instead, we explore and experiment with ancient gestures, methods and pairings to create new old things. That is, dishes that our grannies could have made, but didn't.

September signals the wind-down of summer, which officially ends on the 22nd. It's a transitional month, one where some summer produce is still in season (corn, tomatoes, mangoes) but where autumn bounty is also starting to pop up (apples, pears, squash). I've scoured the internet to find the 30 best things to cook this month. These recipes celebrate the final few weeks of summer and the beginning of fall - sometimes at the same time.

Your slow cooker is one of the most versatile kitchen appliances you own. It can be used to cook or simmer dishes low and slow, allowing your ingredients to develop and absorb rich flavors. If you're a fan of easy meals that don't require a lot of preparation or supervision, you might be tempted to cook a whole chicken in your slow cooker. However, that may not always be the best method.

Sodha remembers barely coming up for air between mouthfuls when she first ate this risotto. She describes it as wildly pink, savoury and rich, yet zingy and sweet. Coconut milk and marsala are stirred into the arborio rice to create a creamy base. Sodha recommends making the effort to find fresh curry leaves for their citrus and smoky notes, which she uses in the spiced lime beetroot topping.

To elevate your coleslaw dressing, swap white vinegar with malt vinegar, which adds a nutty taste and citrusy, earthy tang, enhancing the overall flavor profile.

Ice cream floats combine the creaminess of ice cream with the fizziness of soda, offering a unique dessert experience that can go beyond just sweetness.

A veggie platter brings plenty of color, crunch, and nutrients, featuring vegetables like bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, and celery alongside a variety of flavorful dips.

Cottage cheese is higher in protein than many other types of cheese, providing 14 grams of protein per serving along with vitamin B12 and calcium.

When you're in need of a dish that oozes sophistication but also delivers on satisfaction, lobster tails are the perfect choice.

Honey is a multifaceted sweetener perfect for both sweet and savory dishes, enhancing flavors, mellowing heat, and balancing saltiness in various recipes.

These burger spirals are an acceptable gluten-free solution: They're made with rice paper wrappers. Usually the thin, transparent rounds made from rice, water and salt are the foundation for Vietnamese summer rolls.

To satisfy everyone, I've filled these doughnuts generously with a thick vanilla custard and a speedy strawberry jam.

Coffee punch is made with several core ingredients including coffee granules, milk, ice cream, sugar, and whipped cream. Its origin may be rooted in having something cold and caffeinated to enjoy at a party without imbibing.

Tabbouleh is a hearty salad made with bulgur wheat, fresh herbs, and veggies dressed in a lemony vinaigrette, often served with grilled meats and dips.

Salad has evolved to include more ingredients and can be a reliable staple during summer, offering refreshing meals that sometimes tell great stories.

Caponata is a Sicilian vegetable dish, a rustic compote that features eggplant, characterized by a piquant sweet and sour sauce, with olives and capers.

Cooking with older tomatoes not only helps reduce food waste but can also enhance the flavor of certain dishes. Utilizing these tomatoes gives them a new life in a variety of recipes.

Jam circles are a simple, yet delicious dessert made from hollowed-out canned cinnamon rolls filled with jelly or jam, creating a spiced jelly donut feel.