Katherine Sacks
Katherine Sacks is a New York City-based writer, editor, and recipe developer (with a special interest in baking and vegetarian cuisine), focused on the connections between food culture, food pathways, sustainability, and the environment. Her previous roles include acting as the Digital Content Manager for FoodPrint.com, traveling the country as a Features Writer for StarChefs, and launching the Berlin section of Thrillist. Katherine holds a master’s degree in Magazine Journalism and Science Reporting from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, where she was a 2011 Institute of Sustainability and Energy Cluster Fellow, and a bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts from Drexel University.
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Diner-Style Buttermilk Pancakes
The secret to extra-fluffy stack? A splash of cold, bubbly seltzer.
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Easy Oat Crumble Topping
Toss this cinnamon and brown sugar crumble onto sundaes, grilled fruit, cream pie—or just eat it by the handful.
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Monkey Bread
It’s impossible to hate monkey bread, especially this version ribboned with spiced pecans and gooey caramel sauce.
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Classic Cream Cheese Frosting
This classic frosting couldn’t be easier to make and is a must for finishing red velvet and carrot cakes (or a batch of cupcakes). Using vanilla bean paste gives it a pretty speckled look, but if you don’t have it on hand, pure vanilla extract will lend the same flavor.
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Dill-Crusted Pork Tenderloin With Farro Salad
Packed with the bright flavors of citrus and dill, this greens-and-grains dinner comes together fast. Peas and blistered cherry tomatoes add sweetness, while feta contributes salty tang.
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Carrot-Coconut Cake
This cake is an Easter tradition in parts of the South. A dash of ginger and cinnamon adds warming spice and cream cheese frosting finishes it beautifully.
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Christmas Bombe With Spiced Cake and Chocolate-Brandy Glaze
Meet your new favorite show-stopping Christmas dessert: a spiced chocolate cake topped with a cream cheese mousse studded with dried fruit and nuts and glazed with brandy-spiked melted chocolate. Serve it with sparklers on top for a memorable entrance.
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Cinnamon Toast Bites
The crispy sugar-and-spice coating on these toasted challah bites takes this comfort-food snack to the next level.
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Double Chocolate–Peppermint Cake
This festive winter cake relies on applesauce and—believe it or not—mayonnaise to make a dairy-free chocolate dessert that’s perfect for the holidays.
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No-Bake Pistachio–White Chocolate Cookies
Want cookies you can make in less than an hour without having to run out to buy perishable ingredients—or even turn on your oven? These no-bake cookies rely on nut butter and white chocolate for their creamy, chewy texture, and a combination of oats, pistachio, and cranberries adds a nice, sweet crunch.
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Caramel Apple Drip Cake
Instead of the usual apple pie, opt for this spiced apple cake for Thanksgiving. Grated apples give it a moist, dense texture, while a caramel glaze and candied walnuts make it truly showstopping.
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Cheesy Delicata Squash and Kale Casserole
Thinly sliced squash and kale (plus plenty of ricotta cheese) combine in a lasagna-like casserole that's perfect for a hearty winter dinner.
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“Tofurkey” With Mushroom Stuffing and Gravy
Set aside store-bought faux turkey roasts and place this stunner on your holiday table instead. The vegan loaf is packed with tons of flavor, thanks to miso-infused tofu, a pecan-mushroom stuffing, and a soy-maple glaze.
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Spiced Pavlova With Pumpkin Mousse
Pumpkin mousse, whipped cream, and pretty pomegranate syrup give this elegant spin on pumpkin pie a jewel-like presentation that's both stunning and delicious.
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Butternut Squash Sandwiches
Stuff roasted butternut squash, rich white cheddar, tangy pickled red onions, and zesty Dijonnaise into bread rolls for a sandwich that tastes like autumn.
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Pecan-Orange Baklava Pie
Bourbon-honey syrup and fragrant orange zest add rich flavor to this alternative to the usual Thanksgiving dessert.
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Granola Bars with Dried Fruit
A combination of nut butter, dried fruit, and lots of seeds makes these chewy homemade granola bars downright irresistible. For a crispier bar, toast them in the oven after baking.
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Tomato Tart With Chickpea Crumble
A combination of pistachios and chickpeas adds filling protein and rich flavor in this update on the classic summer tart.
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Fish Packets With Snap Peas and Tomatoes
An easy herbed butter infuses fish and vegetables with rich flavor in this family-friendly dinner.
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BBQ Pork Chops with Herb-Butter Corn and Sweet Potatoes
You don't have to fire up the grill to enjoy a taste of barbecue. This pork chop dinner makes use of the broiler to get those smoky, charred flavors on the table anytime you want them.