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Sunday supper: Dutch Baby with Burrata and Prosciutto

A Dutch Baby renaissance has led to an array of new flavors, including this one from America’s Test Kitchen with burrata and prosciutto.

When it's too hot to cook, take these new salads for a spin

An array of fresh, local lettuce makes summer salads irresistible.

Explore new varieties of local lettuce, now in its prime at markets.

Chicken-fried pork chops are an ideal dinner companion to fresh produce

Buttermilk Brined Country Fried Pork Chops with Creamy Black Pepper Gravy.

Just because it's summer doesn't mean the comfort-food cravings stop.

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How to navigate parental leave, no matter your situation

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Combine two Dairy Queen favorites into one delicious dessert

Chocolate pretzel peanut ice cream bars reimagine Dairy Queen favorites by mixing the flavors of Buster and Dilly bars.

Minnesota contestant shares Korean recipes on new PBS food competition

The St. Louis Park social media manager is among the contestants on "The Great American Recipe."

It's too hot to cook. Here are 10 recipes from the Star Tribune archives that help beat the heat

Keep these recipes on hand throughout the summer, when produce is at its best and the heat is at its worst.

Sunday supper: Cheeseburger Balls with Loaded Potatoes

Cheeseburger Balls with Loaded PotatoesServes 4.Note: Classic cheeseburger flavors all wrapped up in meatballs, with little roasted potato cubes (we call them chippies) loaded up…

Shrimp noodle salad is a refreshing meal on hot summer nights

The seafood staple is now more affordable, but selecting for sustainability is key.

Nicole A. Taylor's buzzy Juneteenth cookbook celebrates Black joy amid sorrow

"Watermelon and Red Birds" is the first book to honor the holiday commemorating the release of more than 250,000 Texas slaves.

Sunday supper: Charred and Spicy Pork Chops

Charred and Saucy Pork ChopsServes 4.Note: This popular street food can be found at broken rice stalls in Vietnam, surrounded by lines of hungry office…

Versatile rhubarb-orange sauce should top desserts all summer long

Be sure to make plenty and freeze it to savor a taste of summer during the cold months.

Lighten up steakhouse favorites by making lettuce wraps

All the tastes you love — steak, corn, blue cheese — are streamlined into a weather-friendly wrap.

Sunday Supper: Whole-Wheat Crêpes with Creamy Sautéed Mushrooms and Asparagus

Whole-Wheat Crêpes with Creamy Sautéed Mushrooms and AsparagusServes 4. Note: Delicately nutty whole-wheat crêpes make a lovely match for a rich mixture of cremini mushrooms…