Andy Baraghani
Former BA senior food editor. When Andy is not developing and testing recipes, he can be found at garage or estate sells and flea markets in search of objects to clutter his apartment. He has an extensive collection of mortar and pestles that he is very proud of. Spirit food: Salt-packed anchovies, bottarga, fish sauce…basically anything that packs a wallop of umami. andybaraghani.com
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Mussels with Spicy Tomato Oil and Grilled Bread
Mussels steam in the same saucepan as chili-and-fennel-spiced tomato sauce in this effortless supper.
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Watermelon With Yogurt, Poppy Seeds, and Fried Rosemary
There’s no law that says watermelon salads must incorporate feta. This renegade combination is at once sweet, tart, and savory—the kind of dish that’s as comfortable at the breakfast table as it is at a potluck.
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Haricots Verts with Summer Squash and 8-Minute Eggs
This bean salad is taken to new, luxurious levels with the addition of eggs, anchovies, and your favorite summer squash.
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Peach Parfait with Salted Graham Cracker Crumble
This graham cracker crumble takes peaches and cream to another dimension.
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Spicy Lamb Pizza with Parsley–Red Onion Salad
Our homage to lahmacun, the Middle Eastern flatbread.
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Spiced Coffee Affogato With Vanilla Ice Cream
This clever pour-over dessert proves that, yes, it will affogato.
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Matcha Affogato With Green Tea Ice Cream
Try this delicious variation of matcha, almond milk, green-tea ice cream, and cornflakes on the traditional vanilla-and-espresso dessert.
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Campari Affogato With Lemon Sorbet
Try this delicious variation on the traditional vanilla-and-espresso dessert.
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Matcha Affogato with Green Tea Ice Cream
Try this delicious variation of matcha, almond milk, green-tea ice cream, and cornflakes on the traditional vanilla-and-espresso dessert.
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Seared Scallops With Red Chile Paste and Fennel Salad
Scallops: so meaty and delicious and yet so easy to overcook. That’s why we sear these on only one side, preserving the meltingly tender, near-raw texture on the other end.
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Corn Salad with Hazelnuts, Pecorino, and Mint
Because would it really be a barbecue without grilled corn?
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Spiced Coffee Affogato with Vanilla Ice Cream
This clever pour-over dessert proves that, yes, it will affogato.
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Sweet and Sour Peperonata
This twist on the traditional Italian peperonata omits the tomatoes, but the bell peppers are hearty and colorful enough on their own. Serve as a side dish or pour over steak.
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Campari Affogato with Lemon Sorbet
Try this delicious variation on the traditional vanilla-and-espresso dessert.
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Jerk Spice–Rubbed Chicken Legs
This simplified version of the traditional Jamaican dish may not be authentic, but it will not disappoint.
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Charred Caprese Sandwich
How do you improve on a classic Caprese? Grill your tomatoes—and then spill them over charred baguette.
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Turmeric-Ginger Tonic With Chia Seeds
Never underestimate black peppercorns! Their heat sneaks up on you in this turmeric tonic.
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Hibiscus, Orange, and Vanilla Agua Fresca
True, this concoction is slightly more complex than lemonade. But so are most relationships.
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Strip Steak with Lemony Yogurt and Radishes
A fragrant butter—infused with cardamom, garlic, and thyme—adds layers of flavor to this stunning steak dinner.