So good on lamb, mint jelly is a classic condiment. Mint jelly with lamb. Made the mint jelly; now all I need is thelamb. Elise Bauer Did you know that mint jelly is not really green? It’s golden colored in its natural state. That green stuff you see in the stores is just food coloring. Elise Bauer Here’s a straightforward recipe for making your own, using the pectin from freshtart applesas a jelling base....

Its a refreshing iced cocktail that will get you through the warmest of summer evenings. Whether youre into the Kentucky Derby or not, youll love this fresh and bright classic. Traditional recipes call for muddling the mint with sugar. Sam Schick I like using simple syrup because it mixes fully into the bourbon. Really, its your choice. What’s a Mint Julep? Sam Schick What’s the History? Initially considered vulgar, the whiskey or bourbon julep soon enough became the American standard....

Bring a little flavor into your life with this zippy, bright, and fresh mint pesto. Veering off the well-trodden path ofclassic basil pesto, this delicate mint pesto is both zesty and bright. When I first made it, I thought the mint flavor would hit me hard in the face. Sally Vargas But in fact, combined here with parsley, it has a subtle freshness that makes it versatile. Tiny bits of chopped almonds give it texture, too....

Here’s the difference between the two spreadsplus arguments in favor of each of them. At the mention of Miracle Whip, she wrinkled her nose and said, “Yuck!” Then she asked me, “What evenisMiracle Whip?” Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images Mayonnaise and Miracle Whip look almost identical and are sold side by side at the supermarket. So why are some peopleincluding mayo loversso anti-Miracle Whip?...

Japanese miso is a savory, salty paste usually made with fermented soybeans or rice and barley. This recipe of salmon fillets with a miso glaze couldn’t be easier. The strong flavor of the salmon holds up beautifully with the sweet and salty miso glaze. Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe The fish cooks under the broiler in 10 minutes or less. Marinate the fish longer, even overnight, for more infused miso flavor....

The secret to these umami-rich potatoes is one ingredient: miso. Trim the thin ends off of the potatoes and discard. Cut the potatoes into 1/2-inch-thick slices (about 4 cups). Simply Recipes / Photo by Will Dickey / Food Styling by Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling by Christina Daley Toss the sliced potatoes, butter, salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl until fully coated. Remove and transfer the potatoes to a plate....

Miso soup is a traditional Japanese soup often served as an appetizer at Japanese restaurants. Cubes of silken tofu bulk up the soup to make it more filling while scallions add some freshness. Miso soup is a dish easily made on a weeknight. Simply Recipes / Vivian Jao Or sometimes well eat it alone with rice for a light but filling meal. What is in Miso Soup? Whats the Best Miso for Soup?...

Its so easy and so flavorful. Why do they call it Mississippi Chicken? If you dont have chicken stock base, you might swap for two teaspoons of chicken bouillon granules. Simply Recipes / Photo by Morgan Hunt Glaze / Food Styling by Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling by Lindsey Lower Add the chicken in an even layer. Turn off the slow cooker. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker with tongs and place it on a cutting board....

Its so delicious but easier to make than it looks. Like the cake, its exact lore is debated, as are its components. Thats what I went for here, keeping the process simple but the results delicious. Simply Recipes / Photo by Julia Gartland / Food Styling by Kaitlin Wayne The most hands-on layer of the bunch is the brownie (adapted from myhomemade Cosmic Brownierecipe). Bonus: it can be made in a few short minutes in one bowl....

Perfect refreshing summer drink for a party! I do have a few slight twists I like use for my own sangria recipe. I like to add berries, like blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries. Elise Bauer While apples and oranges are more traditional, I find berries infuse more flavor and color into the wine. I also like to stir in a little soda water when I serve just for some extra pizzaz....

The basic elements are mixed greens with pecans and goat cheese, tossed with a sweet mustard vinaigrette. Use more or less of any ingredient to taste. The recipe makes more salad dressing than is required for the salad. Elise Bauer Then sprinkle the pecans with sugar and gently toss again until they are lightly coated. Bake in the 300F oven for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit until cool enough to touch....

This rum cocktail hits the spot on a hot summer day. Youre better than that, and your mojitos should be too! This has a cleaner, fresher taste than golden rums, which are aged. Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer Paired with the mint, it makes a light and refreshing cocktail. Mount Gay or Bacardi Silver are both smooth and affordable options. This infused rum mixture can be made a few hours ahead of your party and kept refrigerate....

These mojo marinated pork kebabs have a punchy garlic and citrus marinade that pairs beautifully with grilled pineapple. Simply Recipes/ Marta Rivera Takemojo marinated porkoutdoors this summer with these flavor-packed kebabs. Using a variety of veggies and (surprise!) Simply Recipes/ Marta Rivera fruit means you never have to make the same kebab twice. Mojo has a zippy bite because of the grapefruit and lime juice that its made with. Copious amounts of garlic add nothing but Latin flavor to the kebabs....