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1 3/4 oz / 50 g cake flour
1 1/2 oz / 40 g vegetable oil
4 large eggs, yolks separated
1 1/2 oz / 40 g milk
2/3 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
4 egg whites (from the eggs above)
2/3 tsp lemon juice (or white vinegar)
20 g sugar (first addition, whites)

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Japanese Roll Cake (Chiffon Sheet Cake)

, 55 min + 2 h freezing, 13 ingredients, Serves 8

2 cups / 256 g all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp kosher salt
2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp allspice
1/2 cup / 113 g unsalted butter (1 stick), soft but cool
1/2 cup / 4 oz / 113 g cream cheese, cold, cut into 8 pieces

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Pumpkin Chocolate-Chip Cookies

, 13 ingredients, Makes 24 cookies

2 1/2 cups / 315 g all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling out
1/2 tsp kosher salt
2 1/4 tsp baking powder
6 tbsp / 85 g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
3/4 cup / 180 ml buttermilk
2 large eggs (for the dough)
2 medium zucchini, shredded, squeezed dry (1 1/2 cups / 150 g packed)
1 1/2 cups / 170 g shredded sharp cheddar, plus more for topping

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Zucchini Bacon Cheddar Scones

, 10 ingredients, Makes 8 scones

3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup / 240 g sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for the batter)
1 cup / 200 g granulated sugar
1/2 cup / 45 g unsweetened cocoa powder
2 large eggs
1 cup / 125 g all-purpose flour
1/2 cup / 60 g chopped walnuts

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Banana Bread Brownies

, 12 ingredients, Makes 12 slices (9x9-inch pan)

250 g / 9 oz ciastek Lotus Biscoff (na spód)
80 g / 3 oz roztopionego masła
500 g / 1 lb 2 oz twarogu sernikowego lub kremowego serka (np. mascarpone)
200 g / 7 oz śmietany 30%
150 g / 5 1/4 oz cukru pudru
2 jajka
2 łyżeczki ekstraktu waniliowego
2 łyżki mąki ziemniaczanej

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Sernik Lotus Biscoff

, 11 ingredients

150 g / 5 1/4 oz pistachios (for the cake)
80 g / 2 3/4 oz plain flour
1 tsp baking powder
pinch of salt
250 g / 9 oz butter, softened
225 g / 8 oz caster sugar
4 eggs, at room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract

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Pistachio Cake

, 16 ingredients, Makes one 23 cm / 9 in layer cake

1/4 cup / 60 ml well-stirred tahini
1/4 cup / 60 ml fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp / 30 ml extra-virgin olive oil (in the hummus)
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
3/4 cup / 125 g chickpeas, drained (first half)
3/4 cup / 125 g chickpeas, drained (second half)

+3

Easy Hummus (Better than Store-Bought)

, 10 min, 11 ingredients, Makes 1 1/2 cups (6 servings)

2 cups / 370 g long grain white rice, uncooked
3 1/4 cups / 800 ml cold tap water
2 tsp chicken powder / granulated bouillon
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp dried thyme
2 tbsp dried parsley (optional)

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Buttery Seasoned Rice

, about 30 min, 11 ingredients, Serves 6-8

3 cups / 560 g cooked, chilled rice (white or brown)
3 tbsp sesame oil (for the rice)
1 tbsp soy sauce (for the rice)
1 cup / 150 g frozen mixed vegetables (no need to thaw)
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce

+7

Air Fryer Fried Rice

, 30 min, 15 ingredients, Serves 4

2 slices sourdough
1/2 cup / 115 g cottage cheese
2 Tbsp / 15 g shredded sharp cheddar, plus more for topping
1/4 to 1/2 jalapeño, finely diced, ribs and seeds removed
2 Tbsp / 20 g finely diced red onion
1 pinch salt and pepper

Jalapeño Popper Cottage Cheese Toast

, 10 min, 6 ingredients, Serves 1

150 g / 5 oz oyster mushrooms
1 1/2 cups / 190 g plain flour
1 1/2 tsp paprika powder
1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
1 tsp salt

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Fried Oyster Mushrooms (Vegan Fried Chicken)

, 20 min, 13 ingredients, Serves 2

1 tbsp olive oil
2 red onions, chopped
1 red chilli, deseeded & finely chopped
1 garlic clove, sliced
1 small bunch coriander stalks, chopped
2 cans cherry tomatoes (2 x 14 oz / 400 g)
1 tsp caster sugar
4 eggs

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Shakshuka

, 30 min, 9 ingredients

2 1/2 lb / 1.1 kg bone-in chicken thighs
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tbsp canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
10 cups / 2.4 L chicken broth
4 celery ribs, chopped

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Chicken Noodle Soup

, 15 ingredients, Serves 10 (about 3 1/2 quarts / 3.3 L)

1 Tbsp oil (vegetable or canola)
1 1/2 lb / 680 g boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 lb / 450 g andouille sausage, cut into 1/4 inch / 6 mm slices
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 yellow or white onion, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, finely minced

+10

One Pan Jambalaya

, 18 ingredients, Serves 6

1 (10.5 oz / 300 g) can condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups / 480 ml chicken broth, water, or milk
1 cup / 190 g uncooked long grain white rice
1 lb / 450 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
1 (12.6 oz / 360 g) bag frozen baby broccoli florets
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Optional: garlic powder, onion powder, other herbs (1/4 tsp each)

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Dump-and-Bake Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

, 10 ingredients, Serves 4

2 tablespoons olive oil (extra-virgin)
1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 chicken drumsticks (skin-on, 4 oz / 115 g each, about 2 lb / 900 g total)

Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks

, 8 ingredients, 4 servings

cooking spray
1 cup thinly sliced onion
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
15 oz / 425 g black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup / 240 ml reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
7 3/4 oz / 220 g salsa de chile fresco
8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into 1-inch strips (first layer)

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Black Bean and Chicken Chilaquiles

, 10 ingredients, Serves 6

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
3 medium carrots, sliced into rounds
3 celery stalks, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups / 1.9 L low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
1 whole chicken breast, bone-in, skin-on (about 1 lb / 450 g)
2 bay leaves

+10

Italian Penicillin Soup

, 18 ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb / 455 g ground Italian sausage (mild or hot)
2 tbsp / 30 g unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3 large carrots, finely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 tbsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

+10

Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup

, 18 ingredients, Serves 6

2 1/2 lb / 1.1 kg bone-in chicken thighs
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tbsp canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
10 cups / 2.4 L chicken broth
4 celery ribs, chopped

+7

Chicken Noodle Soup

, 15 ingredients, Serves 10 (about 3 1/2 quarts / 3.3 L)

8 to 10 oz / 225 to 285 g ziti pasta (or pasta of choice)
1 cup / 160 g finely diced yellow onion
1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
1 Tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 Tablespoon tomato paste
1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin

+10

Curry Broccoli and Pasta

, 18 ingredients, Serves 4

1 Liter / 1000 ml Gemüsebrühe
3 Shiitake Pilze (getrocknet)
1 Nori-Blatt
2 Pak Choi
100 g Zuckerschoten
100 g Asia-Pilze
200 g Räuchertofu
1 EL Pflanzenöl

+10

Vegane Miso Ramen Suppe

, 18 ingredients, 2 Portionen

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
3 medium carrots, sliced into rounds
3 celery stalks, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups / 1.9 L low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
1 whole chicken breast, bone-in, skin-on (about 1 lb / 450 g)
2 bay leaves

+10

Italian Penicillin Soup

, 18 ingredients

16-20 oz / 450-570 g mixed mushrooms (oyster, shiitake, maitake, king trumpet or cremini)
2 tbsp / 30 ml neutral oil (for the mushrooms)
3/4 tsp kosher salt (for the mushrooms)
16 oz / 450 g fresh udon noodles
toasted sesame oil, for drizzling on the noodles
1 tbsp / 15 ml neutral oil (for the aromatics)
6 garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 inch / 4 cm piece ginger, peeled and finely chopped

+13

Creamy Umami Noodle Soup with Crispy Mushrooms

, 21 ingredients, Serves 4

1 1/2 cups / 300 g uncooked white rice
1 lb / 450 g ground beef
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp onion powder
1 medium onion, diced
1 cup / 120 g finely diced celery

+5

Porcupine Casserole

, 13 ingredients, 6 servings

3 lb / 1.4 kg ground beef
1 cup / 130 g finely diced celery
1 cup / 130 g finely diced carrots
1 cup / 130 g finely diced onions
1 cup / 240 ml white wine
1 quart / 950 ml whole or 2 percent milk (for the Bolognese)
1 quart / 950 ml (4 cups) low-salt beef stock, or beef and chicken combined
8 oz / 225 g (3/4 cup) tomato paste

+18

Green Lasagna With Bolognese Sauce and Bechamel

, 26 ingredients, 12 servings

1 lb / 450 g skirt steak, excess fat trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil (for the steak)
Salt and pepper, about 1 teaspoon per side of steak
2 tablespoons / 30 g unsalted butter
1/4 cup / 50 g light brown sugar
1 tablespoon / 12 g granulated sugar
2 large pears, cored and cut into medium chunks
3/4 cup / 85 g chopped pecans

+7

Arugula Skirt Steak Salad with Caramelized Pears, Pecans, and Gorgonzola

, 15 ingredients, Serves 2

1 tablespoon / 15 ml oil (olive, canola or vegetable)
1/2 onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, crushed or finely diced (or 2 teaspoons minced garlic from a jar)
7 oz / 200 g mushrooms (about 12 medium), washed and very finely grated (optional)
1 lb 2 oz / 500 g beef mince (ground beef)
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons dried mixed herbs
1 cup / 250 ml beef stock

+6

Savoury Mince

, 14 ingredients

1/2 lb / 225 g ground beef
1/2 lb / 225 g sweet Italian sausage
1 yellow onion
3 cloves garlic
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp sugar

+13

Lasagna Soup

, 21 ingredients, Makes 12 cups

2 mini Persian cucumbers (or 1 large seedless cucumber), cut into matchsticks or half moons
green parts of 2 green onions, thinly sliced
1-2 handfuls cilantro, chopped
1 Tbsp rice vinegar (for the salad)
1/2 tsp kosher salt (for the salad)
1 lb / 455 g extra lean ground beef
2 Tbsp rice vinegar (for the beef sauce)
2 Tbsp maple syrup

+7

Creamy Sesame Noodles

, 15 ingredients, 4 servings

8 tbsp / 120 g salted butter, cut into small pats
15 fresh sage leaves
1 lb / 450 g fresh homemade pasta or gnocchi
Fresh parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 lemon (optional)

Easy Golden Butter and Sage Pasta Sauce

, 5 ingredients, Makes enough for 1 lb pasta

3 tablespoons / 40 g unsalted butter (for the onion)
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 cup / 190 g orzo
3 strips lemon zest, 3 inches long (peeled from 1 lemon with a vegetable peeler)
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups / 720 ml water
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons / 30 g unsalted butter (to finish)

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Orzo al Limone

, 11 ingredients, Serves 4

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup / 150 g chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt (with the onion)
4 oz / 115 g chopped mushrooms (cremini, white or baby portabella)
1/2 cup / 90 g cooked lentils (or veggie grounds, TVP or soy curls)
1/4 teaspoon salt (with the mushrooms)
2 tablespoons capers

+12

Orzo Puttanesca

, About 45 min, 20 ingredients, Serves 4

2 mini Persian cucumbers (or 1 large seedless cucumber), cut into matchsticks or half moons
green parts of 2 green onions, thinly sliced
1-2 handfuls cilantro, chopped
1 Tbsp rice vinegar (for the salad)
1/2 tsp kosher salt (for the salad)
1 lb / 455 g extra lean ground beef
2 Tbsp rice vinegar (for the beef sauce)
2 Tbsp maple syrup

+7

Creamy Sesame Noodles

, 15 ingredients, 4 servings

100 g frozen peas or petit pois
100 g frozen broad beans
350 ml hot vegetable stock
3 heaped tbsp crème fraîche
1 lemon, zested (zest for the tin)
30 g / 1 oz parmesan, finely grated
500 g fresh gnocchi (1 lb 2 oz)
6 g parsley (half, for the tin)

+6

Salmon with Gnocchi, Peas and Broad Beans

, 14 ingredients, Serves 4

1 tbsp rock salt (for the pasta water)
Short dry pasta (casarecce, penne etc.)
4-5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Organic cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cloves garlic (1 per person), crushed
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 bunch fresh basil
250 g / 9 oz mascarpone

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Cherry Tomato Pasta

, 9 ingredients, Serves 2