Eric Kim’s Vietnamese-Inspired Roast Chicken brings the aromatic flavors of phở gà to a beautifully crispy, juicy bird. Dry-brined with cinnamon, fennel, coriander, and cloves, then roasted with ginger and onion, this flavorful chicken gets a bright finish of lime, fresh herbs, and sriracha for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Leave it to Ina Garten to give store-bought mashed potatoes a serious upgrade! In Simply Ina, she transforms Bob Evans mashed potatoes with garlic confit, butter, and half-and-half. I was skeptical, but these were surprisingly delicious. They’re not quite homemade, but with a little advance prep, they’re a pretty great shortcut.
Irene Yoo’s Ramen Carbonara combines chewy ramen noodles, crispy bacon, and caramelized kimchi in a rich, silky Parmesan and egg sauce. This Korean-inspired twist on Italian carbonara delivers savory, spicy, tangy flavors with minimal effort. It’s a satisfying weeknight dinner made with ingredients you may already have on hand.
Ina Garten gives her beloved Charlie Bird’s Farro Salad a fall update in Simply Ina, adding roasted butternut squash and extra lemon vinaigrette. With apple cider-cooked farro, pistachios, Parmesan, and peppery arugula, this hearty autumn salad is a colorful, flavorful addition to your Thanksgiving table or any fall gathering.
This Maple-Miso Roasted Vegetables with Farro recipe combines nutty, chewy farro with crispy Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, and red onion. Tossed with a savory-sweet maple-miso glaze, bright maple-Dijon vinaigrette, Parmesan, and toasted pecans, it’s a hearty, make-ahead vegetarian Thanksgiving side dish that can easily double as the main course.
Ina Garten gives her classic blueberry muffins an update in Simply Ina, and I think these are even better than the originals! Her Lemon Blueberry Muffins are packed with bright lemon flavor, juicy blueberries that actually stay put, and a crunchy turbinado sugar topping.
Ayesha Nurdjaja’s Persimmon & Shaved Fennel Salad combines sweet Fuyu persimmons, crisp fennel, red onion, creamy feta, and toasted walnuts. Tossed in a bright lemon, serrano, and tarragon dressing, this refreshing fall salad balances sweetness, acidity, and crunch. It’s a colorful, unexpected way to celebrate seasonal autumn produce.
Ina Garten’s Roasted Halibut with Potato Chip Crust from Simply Ina is an easy, delicious weeknight dinner. Tender halibut gets coated in a flavorful Dijon-dill mayonnaise and topped with crunchy potato chips and panko breadcrumbs. Ready in about 30 minutes, this crispy fish recipe is an instant favorite for seafood lovers.
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