I never really considered changing my method until now. Nothing fancy, but it got the job done. I never considered changing the way Id always made them. Simply Recipes / Getty Images / Molly Adams Why fix something that isnt broken, right? There are several things, but lets start with my favorite: the crust! Ive always eaten the skin of baked potatoes. Simply Recipes / Molly Adams In Inas version, no clever tricks are required to convince diners to enjoy the entire baked potato....

Heres what Ina taught me about roasting Brussels sprouts. The recipe is simple. You heat an oven to 400F. Simply Recipes / Getty Images The Brussels sprouts are roasted on a baking sheet for about 40 minutes. I tasted this over 18 years ago, and I still remember the first time. Seriously, venture to eatjustone off the baking sheet before serving them! Roasted Brussels Sprouts. It’s the first recipe I recommend....

Its the very best way to enjoy peak-season corn. Most of her cookbooks that I own were published before 2010. Cut four cups of corn off of the cob. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Meleyna Nomura The recipe suggests this will take five ears. But I got exactly four cups from four ears, so I stopped there. Saute the onion and bell pepper in olive oil....

It’s just five ingredients. I loveegg saladin just about any iteration. Ive tried lots of recipes, and Inas is up there in the rankings. Simply Recipes / Getty Images / Coco Morante The user-friendliness of her cooking techniques and her knack for classically delicious ingredient combos make it a house favorite. If youre not a fan of sweeter egg salads, substitute some dill relish. To brighten things up, Ina offers two fresh herb options: chives and dill....

No more expensive steaks up in flames. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Expertly charred steak fresh off the grill is the definition of summer. Yet grilling steak can be stressful and challenging, especially for novice grillers. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Inarevealed on Instagramthat she once feared grilling steaks, saying, “I used to be terrified to grill. (So relatable!) Here’s what you do, and it couldn’t be easier: More Tips for Grilling Newbies Irvin Lin...

It keeps your cucumber salad from being watery and bland. Second, I pivot toward simple recipes. Recipes that are easy to throw together and showcase all that summer produce as the shining star. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images Summer is about long, relaxing daysnot toiling away in a hot kitchen. I tossed both sets of cucumbers and onions in the same sour cream dressing and refrigerated overnight....

I went from a meatloaf hater to a meatloaf lover. I recall it being a tad dry and lacking flavor. Even as a kid I was a tough criticsorry Mom. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images For a long time, I thought meatloaf would be a food I’d always hate. That was until I triedIna Gartens Turkey Meatloaf recipe. And Im happy to say that the Barefoot Contessa has won me over....

Ina Garten recommends this popular brand of chef’s knives. Ooooh baby, I was ready. At the restaurant, a sous chef furrowed his brows as he ran his thumb on the blade. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Do you need expensive knives worthy of a three-Michelin-starred restaurant? Which chef’s knife is the best? Mine are Wusthof Classic knives. Simply Recipes / Amazon Theyre an investment, but if you take care of them, theyll last a lifetime!...

Ina has a few clever tricks up her sleeve for an ultra-flavorful take on this classic pasta side. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Garlic bread is an incredibly nostalgic food for me. I grew up on the well-known supermarket variety that comes in the aluminum foil bag. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Now, whenever my husband and I makeSunday gravy, we complete the meal with homemade garlic bread. Unlike the gravy, I had yet to master a go-to garlic bread recipe....

This ingredient adds texture, moisture, and flavor. However, one ingredient stands out:fresh diced pineapple. Many recipes call for a can of crushed pineapple, but Ive never tried one with fresh pineapple before. Simply Recipes / Getty Images ; Simply Recipes / Molly Adams The pineapple is diced and folded into the batter right before baking. After that, the rest of the cake came together very easily. The only other change I made was tograte a little fresh gingerinto the batter....

Changing up the ratio of ingredients makes all the difference. It was so popular that grocery stores worldwide sold out of feta cheese! My hot take is that the dish, while eye-catching on the gram, was not very good. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images / Molly Adams To me, feta is perfect in its natural state, preferably cubed or crumbled. Its not meant to melt into a sauce....

I can’t stop eating it! I received it as a gift for my college graduation long before I really knew how to cook. The recipes within its pages have started new traditions for my family. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images When everyone needs a little taste of comfort, we turn to herturkey meatloaf. If Im being honest, the recipe didnt strike me as particularly interesting at first glance....

It’s a family favorite. And now I want them for dinner every single night. I wont ever abandon my love of pasta but this dish simply makes sense. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images It has the creamy texture and savory flavor of the Roman classic with more protein thanks to the eggs. Plus, it comes together so quickly. To my delight, even my kids approve of this dish....