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Three Things

Dinner: A Love Story • 2260 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
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  1. Try making 'fish presents' for a tasty and low-stress dinner option.
  2. Consider trying out 'oven-roasted chicken shawarma' for a flavorful meal when entertaining guests.
  3. Explore some great book recommendations for your holiday reading list.

April 2023 Newsletter

David Lebovitz Newsletter • 3714 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
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  1. Visiting San Francisco bakeries like Arsicault can be a rewarding experience for pastry lovers.
  2. Prioritizing family time during travel can lead to meaningful and enjoyable experiences.
  3. When traveling to places with potential strikes, it's essential to be flexible and plan accordingly to navigate transportation disruptions.
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Grow Herbs, not Vegetables

Life Since the Baby Boom • 1844 implied HN points • 13 Jul 25
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  1. Growing herbs at home is more convenient than buying fresh herbs from the store. You can always have the flavors you need ready to go for your meals.
  2. Vegetables may be expensive and time-consuming to grow for small amounts, especially if you don’t like them. Stick to herbs that provide better taste and are easy to maintain.
  3. Herbs like basil, rosemary, and thyme often thrive well and can enhance your cooking, making it more satisfying than growing less useful veggies.

30-minute honey gochujang glazed salmon and broccoli bowls

What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking • 1729 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
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  1. This salmon and broccoli bowl recipe is quick to make, delicious, and nutrient-packed with omega-3 fatty acids from salmon.
  2. The recipe can be adapted for air fryer cooking, skin-on salmon, or even with chicken as substitutes for salmon.
  3. Consider serving meals in bowls for a more enjoyable eating experience, like the recipe suggests.

hella green pasta

What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking • 3498 implied HN points • 19 Feb 23
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  1. The hella green pasta is basically a salad, packed with healthy ingredients like kale, spinach, and garlic.
  2. The recipe emphasizes using high-quality extra-virgin olive oil for the best flavor in the creamy pasta sauce.
  3. The leftover sauce can be versatile, used in various dishes or frozen for future meals, making it a great meal-prep option.

Three Things

Dinner: A Love Story • 1788 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
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  1. Easy weeknight meatballs recipe with tofu for a lighter option
  2. Finding joy in collecting fun cloth cocktail napkins
  3. Find comfort in reading novels and baking to create a cozy atmosphere

Welcome Back, Everyone!

a newsletter • 3400 implied HN points • 21 Feb 23
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  1. Alison Roman is returning with more newsletters, recipes, and updates on upcoming projects.
  2. Some of her go-to recipes include The Luckiest Biscuits in America, Fluffy, Crispy Pancakes, and Slow Salmon with Citrus.
  3. She also loves making Shallot Pasta and Iceberg Salad as comforting and reliable dishes.

Start Here!

The Audacity. • 1690 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
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  1. The book club discussed Sohla El-Waylly's cookbook 'Start Here' and how it was fun to cook together.
  2. Sohla emphasizes the importance of understanding the 'why' in learning new skills.
  3. Participants shared their cooking experiences, recipes they tried, wins, failures, and areas they want to improve.

Whipped Labneh

David Lebovitz Newsletter • 3184 implied HN points • 21 Mar 23
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  1. Whipped Labneh is a versatile spread that can be easily made at home with just a few ingredients like labneh, feta, herbs, and olive oil.
  2. The recipe offers flexibility to customize with different herbs, grilled vegetables, and toppings like radishes and black olives.
  3. You can store the whipped Labneh in the refrigerator and enjoy it as a snack, serve it with main dishes, or use it as a side for various meals.

Merry Christmas

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 251 implied HN points • 25 Dec 25
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  1. Spending Christmas in Dresden with cold, clear air and a cozy menu of fondue tonight and a traditional goose tomorrow, paired with a GrĂĽner Veltliner and a Brunello di Montalcino.
  2. There was an intention to write about U.S. visa sanctions aimed at Thierry Breton and organisations like the Centre for Countering Digital Hate, Global Disinformation Index, and Hate Aid, but that political piece was put off for now.
  3. Warm holiday wishes and optimism for 2026 are sent to readers, along with an invitation for people to share what they’re up to and how things are going in their corner of the world.

good soup

What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking • 3066 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23
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  1. The soup recipe is packed with nutritious ingredients like veggies, lentils, and sausage, with a flavorful broth.
  2. Top the soup with a generous amount of Parmesan for a perfect balance of salty and fatty flavors.
  3. Consider using Better Than Bouillon for an easy and flavorful broth, along with harissa for a spicy kick.

Brittany Addresses

David Lebovitz Newsletter • 3007 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23
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  1. Brittany is a popular destination for its cool weather, coastline, beaches, and delicious food like seafood, crĂŞpes, and pastries.
  2. Brittany is known for its sparkling apple cider, love of salted butter, and local specialty honeys.
  3. Reserve in advance when dining in Brittany, explore local beverages like cider and wines, and try the delicious salted butter available at markets.

I'm not cooking this week

a newsletter • 2771 implied HN points • 05 Sep 23
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  1. The author is taking a break from cooking this week except for making a really nice fish dish.
  2. Cook the fish in low and slow with olive oil to get a tender and perfect texture.
  3. The fish pairs well with a punchy cucumber salad and the olive oil used to cook the fish can be reused for other dishes.

Kristang Kari Debal (Curry Devil)

Vittles • 120 implied HN points • 14 Jan 26
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  1. Kari debal is a spicy Portuguese–Malaysian Kristang curry built from aromatics like lemongrass, galangal, garlic, shallots and chilli, with a swirl of vinegar that brightens and helps preserve the dish.
  2. Traditional recipes can be adapted (for example, made vegetarian) without losing their cultural meaning, and such changes can help keep endangered traditions and family memories alive.
  3. Practical cooking tips: grind the aromatics, consider an overnight soak so tofu absorbs more flavour, boost umami with soy or liquid Maggi, and use Kashmiri chilli powder for the right red colour.

Kitchen Project #128: Everything Rhubarb

Kitchen Projects • 1454 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
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  1. The newsletter provides a comprehensive guide on various ways to use rhubarb in recipes like jam, compote, syrup, and even choux pastries.
  2. Tips are shared on cooking rhubarb to bring out its best flavor, including methods like poaching and roasting.
  3. Exploration of the different varieties of rhubarb is discussed, such as Yorkshire and Dutch rhubarb, and how they differ in taste and quality.

Why I Love My Cookbooks

The Analog Family • 519 implied HN points • 15 May 24
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  1. Cookbooks create a personal cooking experience that online recipes often lack. They help make meals that feel familiar and bring back memories.
  2. Using cookbooks can improve cooking skills because you become more confident with recipes you repeat. It's like practice makes perfect in the kitchen.
  3. Cooking from a cookbook feels more organized and comforting. It’s easier to find and remember recipes in a physical book than searching through countless online ones.

Three Things

Dinner: A Love Story • 2358 implied HN points • 11 Oct 23
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  1. Experiment with different condiments to enhance your vegetarian pantry
  2. Consider subscribing to new newsletters for fresh recipe ideas
  3. Explore your city and embrace new experiences to enrich your life

Passover (Alison's Version)

a newsletter • 2279 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
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  1. Alison Roman shared a Passover menu with easy and delicious recipes like Matzo Ball Soup and Braised Brisket.
  2. The Braised Brisket recipe includes key ingredients like vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and horseradish for a flavorful dish.
  3. Try the Crispy Potatoes with Onions and Chicken Fat for a tasty and comforting side dish.

#225: Making bad decisions on purpose

Maybe Baby • 1374 implied HN points • 15 Jun 25
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  1. Making choices that seem bad, like indulging in too many sweets, can be a way to cope with stress and busy life. Sometimes, it's okay to enjoy life even if it looks reckless to others.
  2. Acknowledging that not every choice has to be perfect or ideal can actually help you manage life better. It’s all about what works for you at the moment.
  3. Being flexible with your decisions and recognizing their purpose can lead to a more carefree attitude. It’s about finding a balance between fun and responsibility.

Three South Asian Snacks

Vittles • 118 implied HN points • 07 Jan 26
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  1. The piece shares three quick South Asian teatime snacks—Maharashtrian banana fritters (kelyache umber), Afghan shor nakhud, and Singapore‑inspired lotus root crisps—that are easy to make and pair well with chai or beer.
  2. Kelyache umber are simple batter‑fried banana fritters made from overripe bananas, wholemeal flour and jaggery or sugar; they’re soft, slightly chewy, and best eaten straight from the pan.
  3. The wider idea is to bring humble South Asian snacks into casual hosting instead of only serving cheese boards and dips, celebrating unfussy recipes you can whip up when friends drop by.

It’s Fasul and Yes, I’m Saying it Right

Vittles • 195 implied HN points • 15 Dec 25
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  1. Cooking family recipes can unlock comforting memories and give people control over when to revisit complicated relationships.
  2. Small ingredients and techniques — like using ditalini and cooking the pasta in the tomato broth — can be the difference between a dish that feels right and one that doesn’t.
  3. Recreating heritage dishes often requires research, travel and trial-and-error, and those efforts can answer questions about identity and family history.

Root Veggie Waffles!

Susanality • 1218 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
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  1. Root veggie waffles can also be made as pancakes.
  2. You can use a variety of root vegetables in the recipe.
  3. Experiment with different herbs and types of milk or flour for variation.

The Case for Sunday Dinner

Dinner: A Love Story • 1198 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
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  1. Make Sunday dinner a special time to rest, recalibrate, and reconnect with family.
  2. Sunday dinner can be therapeutic and a chance to enjoy the process of cooking.
  3. Sundays allow for more time to create a meal that infuses the home with warmth and happiness.