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Step 1Drain one 7-oz. can sliced pickled jalapeños, reserving 1 Tbsp. brine. Set aside separately. Heat 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil in a medium skillet or Dutch oven over medium. Add 1 medium green bell pepper, halved, ribs and seeds removed, cut into about ⅛” pieces, and 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped; cook, stirring often, until fragrant and bell pepper is beginning to soften, 1–2 minutes.Step 2Add 1 lb. ground beef, 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt, and ½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper; cook, stirring and breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until beginning…

July is the sweetest month for home cooking: long, golden evenings, local markets bursting with colour, and produce that needs very little coaxing to shine. This month’s meal plan is designed to serve four, making it perfect for families or a table of friends, with every recipe on the table in under an hour (bar one gloriously hands-off gratin that spends most of its time in the oven).These recipes have been carefully chosen by our editors to celebrate the very best of summer while keeping your weekly shop streamlined and smart. Dijon mustard, chipotle paste and pesto act as instant…

Pickle lemonade is exactly what it sounds like: homemade lemonade brightened with a splash of dill pickle brine. The salty, tangy pickle juice sharpens the citrus and reins in the sweetness, creating a drink that tastes surprisingly balanced rather than gimmicky. Fresh-squeezed juice is best, but even store-bought lemon or lime juice makes a fine stand-in thanks to the briny flavor of the pickles. I opt for the kind of dill pickles you’d find in the refrigerated section of your grocery store, such as Grillo’s classic dill spears, but feel free to experiment with spicy pickles for heat or even…

When it’s hot outside, there’s nothing more refreshing than an ice-cold drink. Ice drinks – like caramel macchiatos, cold brew coffee or peach iced tea – perk you up, cool you down instantly and are certainly quicker to make than homemade ice cream.For those looking to let their hair down, explore our array of summer cocktail recipes to kick off your gatherings in style. If alcohol isn’t your cup of tea, fear not! Our collection of non-alcoholic cocktail recipes promises just as much fun without any morning-after regrets.And let’s not forget about the little ones! Treat them to a special…

Welcome to Bon Appétit Bake Club, a community of curious bakers. Each month senior Test Kitchen editors Jesse Szewczyk and Shilpa Uskokovic share a must-make recipe and dive deep on why it works. Come bake and learn with us—and don’t forget to join the Bake Club Group chat over on Substack.Sunflower yellow on the inside with an alluringly bouncy bite, this sweet corn mochi cake tastes like buttered corn on the cob, nutty caramel, and toasted coconut. A gentle resistance and slight elasticity make butter mochi a tactile experience. Taking the place of conventional flour, sweet rice flour is the…

The Good Food podcastThis week on the Good Food Podcast, Sam sits down with Australian food icon Donna Hay to talk about her new book Sunshine, Lemons & Sea Salt, the stories behind her signature style, and why sharing food is always better than serving individual plates. From turning down a job offer from Martha Stewart to creating one of the world’s most successful food magazines, Donna reflects on the career-defining moments that shaped her approach to cooking, publishing and creativity.She also shares the inspiration behind her Disney+ series Coastal Celebration, explains what makes a recipe truly TV-worthy, and reveals…

The Good Food podcastBefore he became one of the internet’s best-known fish experts, Andrej was stuck in a corporate career that left him miserable. In this episode of the Good Food Podcast, he shares the remarkable journey that took him from spreadsheets to Le Cordon Bleu, opening his own oyster bar, becoming one of the world’s few certified fish sommeliers, and embarking on a mission to cook every fish species on Earth.Along the way, Sam and Andrej discuss why the UK has such a strange relationship with seafood, why his GP told him to eat less fish and the unforgettable…

Convenient, versatile and tasty, bread is a daily staple for many of us, but maybe you’re looking to switch things up from your regular white loaf. Try out some of our best bread alternatives and also read up on our nutritionist’s advice for the top 10 healthiest breads and if bread is healthy.For more tips on how to improvise in the kitchen, check out our guide to common ingredient substitutions, and if you’re looking to lower your carbohydrate intake, you can find more swaps in our best carb replacements guide.Healthier bread choices1. Keto breadTry this keto almond bread for a…

Strawberries hold a special allure to the British; they evoke a hoped-for sunny summer and visions of picnics, piled high pavlovas and cute little dishes of Eton mess, not to mention the thrill of a frosted glass of Pimm’s or a strawberry daiquiri. Their seasonal appearance once coincided with the start of Wimbledon; strawberries and cream have been served there since the first tournament in 1877.The Wimbledon effectDuring Wimbledon fortnight, British shoppers buy roughly 9,500 tonnes (about 19 million punnets) of strawberries, accounting for about 15% of the entire summer season’s berry sales. At supermarkets like Waitrose, strawberry sales can…

As summer arrives, the hedgerows flourish with the gentle beauty of elderflowers, gracing us with their presence from late May through early June. Explore a bounty of seasonal delights with our comprehensive guides detailing what’s in season during May and June, including how to cook with gooseberries.Embark on a foraging adventure with our expert tips to gather fragrant elderflowers, then indulge in a culinary journey with our curated collection of beloved elderflower recipes. From refreshing elderflower drinks and cocktails to cakes, desserts, and even salad dressings, these delicate blooms offer endless possibilities to elevate your summer culinary creations.Meet Barney …