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Pecan Sandies

These melt-in-your mouth pecan sandies are way better than their store-bought cookie counterparts.

Author: Martha Stewart

Basic Meat Sauce

This meat sauce has slow-cooked flavor (without requiring hours at the stove). Use it in our Famous Lasagna or atop some spaghetti for dinner tonight.

Author: Martha Stewart

Grilled Eggplant

Eggplant takes beautifully to grilling.

Author: Martha Stewart

Tuna Cakes

High-quality canned and jarred tuna in olive oil lends fresh-from-the-sea flavor to these cakes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Our Favorite Pie Crust

The pastry blender is a useful tool to evenly incorporate ice water into the flour-and-butter mixture. Adding just a little ice water at a time ensures that the dough attains the right texture.

Author: Martha Stewart

Oatmeal Toffee Cookies

This oatmeal-cookie dough can be baked immediately, refrigerated for one to two days, or frozen for up to a month.

Author: Martha Stewart

Baked Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta

Feta, oregano, and fresh mint make this succulent shrimp dish feel decidedly Mediterranean.

Author: Martha Stewart

Quick Pork Goulash

This easy one-pot goulash comes together in under an hour-not bad for a dish that traditionally simmers for most of the day. By opting for quick-cooking tenderloin instead of the more common shoulder roast,...

Author: Greg Lofts

Easy Pesto

Use pine nuts or walnuts for this classic pasta sauce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Herbes de Provence

Although Herbes de Provence can be found in most grocery stores, it is easy to prepare your own mixture. The combinations can vary, but thyme and savory are generally used; rosemary is included for lamb...

Author: Martha Stewart

Blueberry Buttermilk Scones

The secret to making delicate scones is handling the dough as little as possible. Another tip: If you don't have buttermilk, you can substitute 1/2 cup plain yogurt whisked with 2 tablespoons milk.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sweet Potato Pie

This family recipe for sweet potato pie comes courtesy of actor Danny Glover.

Author: Martha Stewart

Easy Pecan Crusted Catfish

This satisfying meal is a perfect cold-weather warm-up. Serve it with our Carrot Slaw with Yogurt Dressing.

Author: Martha Stewart

Maple Pecan Pie

This maple pecan pie is a classic dessert recipe for a reason. Adapted from Anne Quatrano's Summerland: Recipes for Celebrating With Southern Hospitality (Rizzoli).

Author: Martha Stewart

Grilled Spatchcocked Chicken

Spatchcocking (or butterflying) lets you grill a whole bird, because it enables you to cook the meat evenly. If your grill is big enough, double the recipe. Leftovers are delicious over salad.

Author: Martha Stewart

Breakfast Quinoa

Usually served in savory side dishes, quinoa -- a high-protein seed -- also makes a wonderful hot cereal.

Author: Martha Stewart

Grandma Maroni's Meatballs and Sauce

Try chef Mike Maroni's family recipes when you're craving classic Italian fare.

Author: Martha Stewart

Vol au Vent

These pastries make a stunning first course when filled with a seafood stew, soft scrambled eggs, or creamed mushrooms. For best results, use a vol-au-vent cutter, although round cookie cutters can also...

Author: Martha Stewart

Buche de Noel

This fanciful "Yule log" is a classic French holiday dessert.

Author: Martha Stewart

Noodle Kugel

Somewhat sweet and a bit savory, kugels can be served as side dish or a breakfast treat.

Author: Martha Stewart

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie

To ensure your cookies come out just right, follow a couple of basic rules: Space them at least 1 inch apart during baking, rotate the sheet pan half way through, and let the cookies cool on the sheet...

Author: Martha Stewart

Giardiniera

Crunchy vegetables pickled in white-wine vinegar, known as Giardiniera, can be served as a garnish or a side dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Rhubarb Crisp

Rhubarb is a vegetable, though the stalks are typically used in jams and desserts; its tart flavor makes it the perfect companion for strawberries.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chicken and Spinach Casserole

Use the supermarket staple of rotisserie chicken in this comforting casserole. Combine shredded chicken with sauteed spinach in a cream sauce, pour into a baking dish, and top with torn bread. Serve your...

Author: Martha Stewart

Pineapple Rum Cocktail

Celebrate warmer breezes by sharing a tropical combo: fruity rum drinks and Chicken Satay Skewers with a spicy peanut sauce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Key Lime Tart

Equal parts creamy and tart, this spin on the classic Key lime pie works just as well with traditional limes as it does with the smaller, sweeter variety.

Author: Martha Stewart

Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce

When your day is packed full, you'll appreciate the ease of this no-fuss dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chicken Risotto

The creaminess of risotto makes it an instant comfort food, but the addition of sautéed summer squash and gently cooked, pencil-thin asparagus, and chicken drive up the nutritional value too.

Author: Martha Stewart

Blancmange

One of Martha's all-time favorite gelatin desserts, blancmange is like a large-format panna cotta. In French, 'blanc' means white and 'manger' means to eat. Martha ups the ante by making hers with cinnamon-steeped...

Author: Martha Stewart

Cheddar, Beef, and Potato Casserole

This cozy casserole is a super easy solution to the question of what's for dinner. The savory mixture of sautéed onions, ground beef, and mushrooms get some added bulk with a bag of frozen mixed vegetables...

Author: Greg Lofts

Peach Custard Pie

With a sunny arrangement of peak peaches, this dessert is summer in a pie plate. Make a ring of foil to protect the crust from browning too quickly: Cut a piece twice the size of the pie, fold it in half,...

Author: Martha Stewart

Lemon Tarragon Roast Chicken with Vegetables

For an irresistible one-pan Sunday dinner, roasted lemon-tarragon chicken-left untrussed for the crispiest skin-rests atop a bed of onions with carrots, potatoes, celery, and garlic.

Author: Martha Stewart

Strawberry Sauce

Don't let summer go by without making this strawberry sauce. It's a key component in our Strawberry Shortcake Sundaes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Salmon with Mango Salsa

Add flair to simply cooked salmon with toppings like this fresh mango salsa.

Author: Martha Stewart

Mark's Pecan Rolls

As part of our Best Bakers series, Mark McGough shared his recipe for pecan rolls.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Turnips with Parmesan

Serve these turnip oven fries with roasted chicken, burgers, or mussels.

Author: Martha Stewart

Raspberry Cream Layer Cake

Pretty pink whipped cream is an irresistible filling and frosting in this delicate raspberry layer cake that comes together in just one hour. It's a light and cheerful dessert to serve at a baby shower,...

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Ganache

Chocolate ganache is versatile enough to be a filling or a frosting, depending on how you prepare it. Try this chocolate ganache recipe as a filling for French Macarons. Use the ganache immediately to...

Author: Martha Stewart

Pan Seared Sea Scallops with Corn Coulis

This delicious recipe for pan-seared sea scallops with corn coulis comes from Sara Foster.

Author: Martha Stewart

Avgolemono (Greek Egg and Lemon Soup)

The name of this classic soup comes from its two main ingredients: egg (avgo)and lemon juice (lemoni).

Author: Martha Stewart

Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Salad

Can't choose between a crisp, refreshing salad and a satisfying BLT sandwich? This recipe combines the two for a crowd-pleasing side or meal.

Author: Martha Stewart

Peach Pie

Pies are among America's favorite desserts. With a little practice, you can learn to adapt this basic formula depending on what fruit is in season, and to adjust the amount of sugar and thickeners based...

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Garlic and Beet Soup

Beets may take a while to roast, but it's worth the wait. (For a tasty side dish, saute the green tops.) Garlic and leeks add delicious flavor and dimension to this soup.

Author: Martha Stewart

Yellowfin Tuna with Grilled Pineapple Salsa

This dish exemplifies simplicity at its best. This recipe is from"Emeril at the Grill" by Emeril Lagasse.

Author: Martha Stewart

One Pot Penne with Zucchini and Parmesan

This simple summer pasta dish is the perfect way to dispatch that bumper crop of zucchini.

Author: Martha Stewart

Vinegar and Garlic Braised Chicken

A Filipino-inspired braise similar to adobo with the potent combination of vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and garlic that acts as both marinade and simmer sauce. Once the chicken is tender and the sauce reduces...

Author: Shira Bocar

Standing Rib Roast with Roasted Potatoes

Serve roast beef with all the trimmings for an easy meal rich in flavor. The centerpiece standing rib roast is presented with roasted potatoes that are ridged with a fork so they can soak up ample pan...

Author: Martha Stewart

Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers

Pineapple isn't only for fruit salads and upside-down cakes. In Hawaii, shrimp and pineapple are a natural pair; thread them on skewers and toss them on the grill for a fun luau-inspired dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Tomato, Corn, and Avocado Salad

Nothing compares to the juiciness of summer tomatoes. Go beyond the expected with this showstopping salad.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sauteed Asparagus with Bacon

Savory bacon pairs well with the sweet, grassy taste of sauteed asparagus.

Author: Martha Stewart