Simple Cooking

Legendary chef James Beard created this version of the British classic for Gourmet’s 1963 holiday issue. Six decades later, it’s still inspiring fans.

All you really need is melted butter and a hot oven to make perfectly pillowy popovers.

Scoop up these warmly spiced chickpeas with any flatbread or spoon them onto rice.

This nourishing soup comes together faster than you can say “sweater weather.”

Enhance store-bought stuffing mix with a flurry of dried and fresh herbs for an easy dressing that tastes like you put in lots of effort.

With just six ingredients, this elegant olive oil cake asks so little and gives so much.

These six-ingredient cookies are crisp, golden, and just so happen to be gluten-free.

Make these cookies for an after-school snack, midday treat, or gift for friends and neighbors.

This refreshing melon and cucumber salad works as a snack, starter, or side dish.

Make the most of melon season with this simple and savory fruit salad.

Sweet potatoes provide rich flavor and vibrancy to this versatile cornbread recipe

When you need a snack (whether it’s for after school, before practice, or between meetings), these satisfy.

A restaurant-quality sauce that comes together in minutes.