Cooking with My Persian Grandmother for Rosh Hashana Meant Much More Than Just Learning Recipes

Cooking with Bibi meant learning the secrets of her chelo galeyeh and chopped liver. When I walk into her apartment, it’s dark. The only light coming in is from the sun filtering through the tall, dusty kitchen window behind her. A childhood photo of the author, Andrea Strong, with her grandmother.Photo: Andrea Strong She has thick short silver hair and weathered brown skin that is deeply lined. She is wearing a loose dress made of blue cotton that hangs below her knees....

April 20, 2025 · 9 min · 1757 words · Elizabeth Rhodes

Copycat Arby's Chicken Salad Sandwich

This copycat Arby’s chicken salad sandwich is simple to make at home. Fold in chicken, grapes, apple, celery and pecans until evenly coated. Divide the chicken salad among 4 bread slices and top each with 2 lettuce leaves. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Top with the remaining bread slices. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 90 words · Jennifer Dean

Copycat Chick-fil-A Fried Cauliflower Sandwich

Tender cauliflower steaks replace the chicken in this flavorful replica of Chick-fil-A’s sandwich. An easy sauce made from a combination of mayo, mustard and barbecue sauce tops this healthy cauliflower sandwich. Place the steaks in a large shallow baking dish. Photo: Sara Baurley Reserve the remaining cauliflower for another use. Whisk buttermilk, pickle juice and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl. Pour over the cauliflower steaks. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or up to overnight....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 287 words · Roy Fisher

Copycat Chick-fil-A Kale Salad

Pour over the kale mixture. With clean hands, massage and crush the greens until the volume is reduced by a third. Stir in almonds before serving. Photo:Jacob Fox Tip For the best flavor, toast nuts before using in a recipe. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. Jacob Fox Jacob Fox

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 66 words · Tamara Floyd

Copycat Five Guys Oven-Baked Cajun Fries

One of our favorite dishes is their Cajun-spiced fries. Tame these fiery fries by serving them with classic ketchup. Place potato sticks in a large bowl. Photo: Photographer / Brie Passano, Food Stylist / Annie Probst Drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle over the potatoes and toss to thoroughly coat. Carefully spread the coated potatoes in a single layer on the hot baking sheet. Bake, flipping halfway through, until the fries are golden and crisp, 25 to 30 minutes....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 103 words · Charles Carter

Copycat Hamburger Helper

Serve alongside a green salad for a satisfying weeknight dinner. With the motor running, drop garlic through the feed tube and process until minced. Add carrots and mushrooms; process until finely chopped. Photo:Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco Turn the processor off; add onion and pulse until roughly chopped. Stir in 312 cups broth, noodles and Worcestershire; bring to a boil. Stir in sour cream....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 160 words · Tonya Cruz

Copycat Joe & the Juice's Tunacado Sandwich

Transfer to a medium bowl; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use. Wash and dry the food processor bowl. Transfer to a small bowl. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Arrange toast on a work surface. Spread 1 tablespoon of the pesto mixture on each slice. Spread 1/2 cup of the tuna mixture on each of 4 slices over the pesto layer....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 97 words · Tara Odonnell

Copycat McDonald's Southwest Salad

Add lettuce, tomatoes, chicken, corn, black beans and onion; toss to coat well. Divide among 4 plates and sprinkle with cheese. Serve with lime wedges, if desired. Photo:Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Annie Probst To make ahead Refrigerate dressing (Step 1) for up to 3 days. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 89 words · Stephanie Keller

Copycat Olive Garden Italian Dressing

This copycat Olive Garden Italian dressing tastes just like the original. Italian seasoning is the backbone of this easy dressing, while mayonnaise gives it body and a little creaminess. It’s a surprising but necessary ingredient in this dressing. Photo: Jacob Fox Keep reading for our expert tips on changing the dressing’s flavor, technique suggestions and more! Cover and shake until well combined. Shake to combine before using. Store in an airtight jar for up to 6 months....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Bryan Gonzalez

Copycat Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli

The addition of tomato sauce helps thicken and flavor the broth. Serve with breadsticks for dunking. Add garlic; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Photo:Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Add 1/2 cup chopped basil, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; stir to combine. Stir in broth, kidney beans, cannellini beans, diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless...

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 163 words · Jamie Shaw

Copycat Panera Green Goddess Cobb Salad

This copycat Panera Green Goddess Cobb Salad is easy to make at home. The dressing would also work well as a dip or spread, or over potato or pasta salad. Let stand, stirring occasionally, until ready to serve. Photo:William Dickey Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400F). Brush chicken all over with the mustard mixture. Oil the grill grates by holding an oil-soaked paper towel with tongs. William Dickey Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 142 words · William Hansen

Copycat Starbucks Pink Drink

The natural sweetness of the strawberries and passion fruit eliminates the need for added sugar. Coconut milk adds creaminess, while strawberries contribute to the gorgeous pink hue of this refreshing drink. Puree until smooth, about 30 seconds. Photo: Ali Redmond Fill 4 glasses with ice and divide the beverage evenly among them. Garnish each glass with a sliced strawberry, if desired. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 83 words · John Edwards

Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Whole-wheat flour amps up the fiber in these healthy breakfast muffins. Be sure not to overfill the muffin with the cream cheese filling or else it will overflow when baking. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. Photo: Photographer: Sara Baurley, Food Stylist: Jasmine Smith, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Whisk whole-wheat flour and 3/4 cup all-purpose flour together in a medium bowl. Add baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt; whisk to combine....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 203 words · Jordan Johnson