Strained and Drained

Tools for getting the most out of your food.

Broccoli Baby Food

If you can boil water, you can make baby food.

Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

Buttermilk tarts up classic mashers.

Winter Greens Soup

Hearty yet healthy, this soup showcases the best winter produce.

White Bean–Olive-Basil Spread

Good as either a dip or a spread.

Cannellini Bean Dip

This herb-tinged appetizer will convert bean-haters with each bite.

Barley with Winter Greens Pesto

Chewy grains coated in an earthy vegan pesto sauce.

Pear Baby Food

Pear purée is a nice change from applesauce.

Red Lentil Hummus

Lentils lend earthiness to this basic hummus recipe.

Salt Cod and Clam Stew

A light fish stew with clams.

Pasta with Arugula Pesto, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pine Nuts

With a pulse of the food processor, you’ve made dinner!

Roasted Cod with White Beans, Tomato, and Truffle Oil

A tasty fish preparation from chef Eric Ripert.

Pointing the Finger at Finger Foods

Caesar salads, sushi— where do you draw the line on what’s polite to eat with your fingers?

Pasta with Artichoke Pesto

Artichokes, basil, and ricotta combine for an easy pasta sauce or quick dip.

Shrimp, Lemon, and Herb Kamut Spaghetti

With a kick of heat from some red pepper flakes.