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If you’ve been pairing white wine with salmon, we’ve got a surprise for you! We think salmon can stand up to a red wine—Pinot Noir!

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This is THE EASIEST lemon pudding EVER. Just 4 ingredients. No gelatin. No eggs. Gluten-free. Great for Easter, Mother's Day, or dinner parties. If you love lemon dessert recipes, you'll love this pudding.

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READER QUESTION: I can’t eat anything with soy in it. Is there a substitute when I’m preparing food at home?

Indeed there is! If you’re looking for the savory, umami-ness you get from traditional soy sauce, but without the soy part, try one of these:

SOY SAUCE SUBSTITUTES

• Coconut aminos is made from the fermented sap of the coconut palm tree, and it makes a fine soy sauce substitute. It contains no wheat or soy, and it’s quite a bit sweeter than soy sauce, but less salty. You may find you need to add a little more salt to the dish if you use coconut aminos instead of traditional soy sauce.
• Worcestershire sauce is a fermented sauce made with ingredients like garlic, onion, tamarind, molasses, malt vinegar, and anchovies, which give it a strong, complex flavor. It is also a bit sweeter than soy sauce, but not quite as much as coconut aminos. It’s great with meat dishes.
• Fish sauce is my pick when I want a strong, soy-free umami kick. Read all about fish sauce here!
• Maggi sauce is made from fermented wheat proteins. Think of it as “next level” soy sauce, with a big, rich, salty, meaty flavor. You only need a few drops to make an impact. Like fish sauce, there is no uniform...

It’s cherry season! If you went wild buying cherries at the market we have you covered. Try these sweet and savory cherry recipes to make the most of the season!

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Making incredible Vietnamese food at home requires an umami kick from fish sauce. Not sure which one to buy? Read on for tips on picking out the most flavorful fish sauce for your next Vietnamese home cooked meal.

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You have cherries, you have plans. Here’s how you can pit those cherries even if you don’t have a designated cherry pitter!

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When Northwest sweet cherries are in season, eat as many as you can by the handful and then preserve summer's bounty for later in the year with this simple cherry compote!

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We tested all sorts of methods for mixing, shaping, and grilling backyard burgers, and even talked with grilling expert Steven Raichlen! Here is our take on the perfect grilled burger.

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How to choose the sweetest, juiciest cherries and store them properly at home!

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Want to bake a pie? You'll need a pie plate for that! Here are the pie dishes we recommend, from glass to ceramic and metal.

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Want to know what the most well-loved recipes for the month of June were? You know the ones: the recipes our Simply sous chefs (that’s you!) have been cooking, sharing, and talking about nonstop. Read on to see what made the cut!

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When it heats up outside, it’s time to cool things down in the kitchen! Nothing says summer like a sandwich. Keep it simple or go big with flavor and toppings. We have the perfect recipe to match your summer sandwich style!

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Frozen Strawberry Daiquiris are the ultimate poolside thirst quencher. Made with strawberries, rum, lime juice, and sugar. Use frozen strawberries for an extra-slushy texture!

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Simple, easy, and delicious cucumber tea sandwiches satisfy cravings for a light lunch or an afternoon snack. They are also the perfect party food! Whip up a batch for Mother’s Day, Easter, bridal showers, or baby showers.

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Mexican street corn is a staple of summer and it's easy to make at home! Top char-grilled corn on the cob with a tangy, creamy sauce, sprinkle with crumbled cheese and dive in. Make this for your next backyard cook-out!

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Classic 7-layer magic bars with chocolate, nuts, butterscotch, and coconut! They're the perfect make-ahead dessert for your next party.

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Not sure what to do with the pints of strawberries you nabbed at the farmer's market? Check out this compilation of strawberry recipes for inspiration. This recipe collection has everything from ice cream to salads — all featuring that gorgeous summer berry!

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Sweetened strawberries set on a fluffy biscuit and topped with light cream, but with a healthy twist. Whole wheat flour and yogurt up the nutritional value and give us one more reason to eat strawberry shortcake.

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Having a backup dinner is ALWAYS a good idea. Sometimes you need one for yourself, and sometimes you need one to share. Whatever the reason, this week’s meal plan is chock-full of freezer-friendly meals so you can have dinner now and later!

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Call them kabobs, kebabs, or shish kebobs, what's a summer grill without them? Top sirloin chunks, marinated in soy sauce, garlic, ginger, olive oil marinade, grilled with onions, mushrooms, bell peppers.

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