This dinner tastes and looks like it took blood, sweat, and tears, but your slow-cooker secret is safe with me.

Sarah Waldman's recipe utilizing kimchi.

Traditionally, hummus is served slightly warm, so it’s not a stretch to think of it as a delicious toast topping.

All the good stuff here: smoky grilled squash, herby and creamy feta, crunchy grilled bread. And arugula too!

My sister Anna made us a version of these falafel rounds almost ten years ago. I immediately quizzed her on the recipe and have been serving it ever since.

Get creative when cooking with it. Swirl it into a broth for fish soup; toss it with roasted vegetables, penne, and mozzarella for a baked pasta; spoon it on crusty ciabatta.

This entertaining-friendly grain salad includes a generous amount of fresh, crisp summer veggies (and even a bit of fruit) to keep it feeling light while still being satisfying.

This delicious noodle dish is not quite a soup, but it has a brothy sauce that makes it quite comforting. Serve with a fork and a spoon!

Serves 4

I love a classic braise —a long, slow simmer in the oven turns even the toughest cuts into meltingly tender meat.

You may need to make this in 1 or 2 batches depending on the size of your skillet. Serve with a nice summer side, such as corn on the cob or a tomato salad.