1Pasta Primavera
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONFew dishes mean “spring” like pasta primavera. Primavera in the name alone brings to mind fresh veggies, like zucchini, English peas, leeks, and peppers, all of the things beginning to bloom for a vibrant season of produce ahead. Feel free to swap in whatever you can find at the farmer's market.
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3Cheddar, Bacon, & Pea Pasta Salad
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON 4Chicken Pot Pie
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERThis cozy meal represents the marriage of a flaky, buttery crust with chopped chicken, onions, carrots, and peas in a perfectly creamy sauce. While this classic comfort food is one that you can easily find pre-made in almost any grocery freezer aisle, we strongly believe that making your own is more than worth it.
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5Chicken Fried Rice
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON 6Primavera Baked Orzo
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDSIt turns out that the creamy, subtly sweet flavor of fresh mozzarella plays very nicely with similarly delicate spring produce like shallots, sugar snap peas, and oyster mushrooms. Paired with al dente orzo and a light cream sauce, this hearty dinner is the perfect way to celebrate the return of longer days and warmer temperatures.
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7Split Pea Soup
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThe secret to the best split pea soup? A good, smoky ham hock. If you don't have one or don't eat meat, consider using some smoked paprika instead.
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8Ricotta Gnudi
ANDREW BUIMaking gnudi, or Italian ricotta dumplings, only sounds fancy—They're actually an easy pasta dinner anyone can pull off. If you love gnocchi, you'll likely love these too. The only real difference? Gnocchi is made with potato, and gnudi is made with ricotta, which makes them even more tender, light, and plump.
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9Thai-Style Red Curry Meatballs
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREWhen we get tired of beef, we love to turn to ground turkey for a lighter meatball option, and this creamy red Thai-style curry recipe always hits the spot. Warming and creamy with a hint of heat, this is the perfect dish to cozy up to when the weather starts getting colder.
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10Shepherd's Pie
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAMIn this comfort food staple, ground beef is cooked with aromatics and red wine before being combined with corn and peas, all covered with a blanket of velvety, rich mashed potatoes and topped with Parmesan before being broiled until golden brown. There's nothing quite like it.
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11Vegetable Soup
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI ; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThough vegetable soup is often just made up of random ingredients hanging around your fridge and pantry, it deserves to be exceptional. With a few tricks and tips (bouillon paste, a Parmesan rind, and frozen veggies are key!), it’s easy to take it from basic to “chef’s kiss”.
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12Burrata, Pea, & Prosciutto Tortellini
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDSAfter a quick cook with aromatics in olive oil, sliced sugar snap peas are tossed with toasted tortellini, then topped with salty, tender prosciutto and a ball of creamy burrata. Despite all of the rich and decadent ingredients in this pasta, the sweet green peas take center stage and keep it light and springy.
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14Snow Peas
Erik bernstein With a fresh, vegetal profile and a bit of crunch, snow peas are undoubtedly a star. You could simply fry them with a bit of garlic and oil, but adding more veg like mushrooms, and simple sauce elevate it into a proper side. Serve alongside white rice and a fried egg, and you’re all set.
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15Shrimp & Snow Pea Stir Fry
Lucy schaefferThis stir-fry is the perfect fix for a busy weeknight—only 5 ingredients and 1 skillet and you’re on your way! It's also super versatile: swap in your favorite sauce, a different protein, or add more veggies. This is the BEST way to clean out your produce drawer.
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16Chicken Dijon
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCEWe'll always say yes to a creamy chicken dinner, and the classic chicken Dijon is no exception. Paired with a creamy white wine and Dijon mustard-based sauce, this chicken and veggies dish lets you wine and dine all in one bite.
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17Homemade Samosas
Joel GoldbergHomemade samosas don't need to be intimidating! The spiced potato filling is fast and easy, and the dough comes together quickly using melted ghee. You may need to hunt down some spices and seeds, but it's well worth it for the best, most authentic-tasting samosas.
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18Paella-Inspired Party Packs
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONFilled with Spanish rice, chicken thighs, chorizo, frozen peas, and roasted red peppers, these packs take inspiration (with some creative liberties) from one of our favorite centerpiece meals—paella. If you're craving the classic meal but need something more hands-off, then these foil packs are here for you.
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19Chicken À La King
Parker Feierbach 20Cheese Tortellini With Peas & Bacon
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