Nicole Rufus's Recent Articles
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Seafood Gumbo Is Comfort Food on Every Level
It makes for the most delicious leftovers.
Nicole Rufus
Mar 3, 2023
Everyone Should Know About Malinda Russell, the First African American Cookbook Author
Her cookbook is truly a piece of Black history.
Nicole Rufus
Feb 27, 2023
This Yeasted Cornmeal Coffee Cake Is My Way of Celebrating Black Baking
It’s inspired by Malinda Russell, the first African American cookbook author.
Nicole Rufus
Feb 27, 2023
Banana Coffee Cake Is a Heavenly Breakfast Mash-Up
The cinnamon-walnut streusel is a game-changer.
Nicole Rufus
Feb 25, 2023
30+ Delicious Ways to Cook Lamb for Dinner
Time to show lamb a little love.
Nicole Rufus
Jan 23, 2023
This Standing Rib Roast Recipe Promises Juicy, Flavorful Results Every Time
It will instantly be the star of any holiday table.
Nicole Rufus
Dec 8, 2022
Two Italian Brothers Slid into My DMs and Shared the Secret to the Best Focaccia
Not to be dramatic, but the results were kind of mind-blowing.
Nicole Rufus
Dec 1, 2022
85+ Easy and Delicious Cookies to Bake This Holiday Season
There's a Christmas cookie out there for everyone.
Nicole Rufus
Nov 21, 2022
Field Greens and Poached Pear Salad Is a Thanksgiving Side That Steals the Show
The only Thanksgiving salad you'll ever need.
Nicole Rufus
Nov 22, 2022
Ina Garten’s Chicken in a Pot with Orzo Is the Best, Bougiest Chicken Noodle Soup Ever
My Bachelor in Paradise watch group gave this dish a resounding 10/10.
Nicole Rufus
Nov 11, 2022
45 Pie Recipes to Celebrate Pi Day
From fruit-filled favorites to no-bakes, we've got all the bases covered.
Nicole Rufus
Nov 5, 2022
The Super-Simple Secret to the Crispiest Oven-Roasted Potatoes
It's an easy side you can always count on.
Nicole Rufus
Oct 29, 2022
Cranberry Orange Muffins Are the Perfect Make-Ahead Breakfast
They're just sweet enough, with a little zing from the cranberries to really perk you up.
Nicole Rufus
Oct 29, 2022
Molly Yeh’s Latest Cookbook Is Full of Cozy, Comforting Recipes
We chatted with Molly Yeh about creating her third cookbook and what she and her family are eating these days.
Nicole Rufus
Oct 7, 2022
Nothing Says "I Love You" Like Lasagne alla Bolognese
When words fail, let food do the talking.
Nicole Rufus
Aug 29, 2022
Make This Crispy Roasted Okra Your Daily Serving of Greens
All we are saying ... is give okra a chance!
Nicole Rufus
Aug 27, 2022
These Soft, Buttery Tea Cakes Are Like a Warm Hug
Simple, sweet, and very Southern.
Nicole Rufus
Aug 26, 2022
The Surprising Ingredient That Makes for the Most Sensational Lemon Chicken
"I will admit that, like many folks in the comment sections, I was a bit skeptical."
Nicole Rufus
Aug 1, 2022
Homemade Old Bay Seasoning Is the Upgrade Your Seafood Needs
This Old Bay copycat might be better than the original.
Nicole Rufus
Jul 29, 2022
Frozen Hot Chocolate Is the Best Way to Beat the Summer Heat
One ingredient puts this recipe above all others.
Nicole Rufus
Jul 23, 2022
Stone Fruit Panzanella Is the Salad of the Summer
If your goal is to make just one really great and memorable summer salad, this is the one!
Nicole Rufus
Jul 13, 2022
Nicole Taylor's New Book Celebrates Juneteenth and the Joy of Black Cooking
I recently had the opportunity to chat with Nicole about her Juneteenth celebrations, her process for developing the book, and some of her favorite recipes.
Nicole Rufus
Jun 13, 2022
Nutty, Spicy Beef Suya Transports Me to Nigeria
Calling all spice-lovers.
Nicole Rufus
Jun 9, 2022
Smashed Brussels Sprouts Are Tender, Crispy, and So Much Fun to Make
Move over, smashed potatoes.
Nicole Rufus
May 21, 2022
Jerk Seasoning Is Your Shortcut to Adding Instant Flavor to Any Dish
It's impossible to make a dull dish with this seasoning mix.
Nicole Rufus
May 2, 2022
Creamy, Cozy Porridge Is the Ultimate Morning Comfort Food
Nourishing, energizing, and endlessly versatile.
Nicole Rufus
May 1, 2022
Easy Lemon Drop Martini
Sweet, sour, and oh so simple.
Nicole Rufus
Apr 12, 2022
Triple Chocolate Cheesecake
Most Wanted
It's stunning — and surprisingly simple to make.
Nicole Rufus
Mar 2, 2022
Shrimp Po’ Boys
Every bite is bursting with flavor.
Nicole Rufus
Feb 15, 2022
Blood Orange Bars
You may never make classic lemon bars again.
Nicole Rufus
Feb 12, 2022
Pulled Pork Nachos
These sheet pan nachos are a weeknight win.
Nicole Rufus
Feb 4, 2022
I Tried 4 Popular Grilled Cheese Recipes and the Winner Is Perfection
Celebrity Recipe Showdown
The only tutorial you'll ever need.
Nicole Rufus
Jan 21, 2022
Cookie & Kate’s Favorite Grilled Cheese Recipe Is Full of Brilliant Tips
Including a crispy cheese crust.
Nicole Rufus
Jan 20, 2022
I Tried the Internet’s Most Popular Grilled Cheese Recipe
Texas toast for the win?
Nicole Rufus
Jan 20, 2022
This Recipe Forever Changed the Way I Make Grilled Cheese
Recipe Showdown
The technique is simply brilliant.
Nicole Rufus
Jan 18, 2022
Roasted Pork Belly
Succulent, juicy pork belly that requires almost no effort.
Nicole Rufus
Jan 16, 2022
Would Taste of Home’s 5-Cheese Grilled Cheese Live Up to Its Hype? I Tried It to Find Out.
Five! Different! Cheeses! This is not a drill.
Nicole Rufus
Jan 16, 2022
I’m Ringing in the New Year with Toni Tipton-Martin’s One-Pot Hoppin’ John
Kitchn Love Letters
Hoppin' John for a happy new year.
Nicole Rufus
Jan 8, 2021
The Best Texas Sheet Cake
It's the definition of ooey-gooey goodness.
Nicole Rufus
Dec 19, 2021
Suya Spiced Slow-Roasted Salmon Recipe
When you combine slow roasted salmon, suya spice, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, something truly delicious happens
Nicole Rufus
Dec 17, 2021
Beef Mafe
Out of all the cozy soups and stews, I always come back to mafe.
Nicole Rufus
Dec 3, 2021
The Best Devil’s Food Cake
It's so moist, rich, and flavorful, it barely needs the frosting.
Nicole Rufus
Dec 3, 2021
Marcella Hazan’s Chick Pea Soup
This comforting and delicious soup makes for the perfect weeknight meal because you've probably got most of the ingredients in your pantry already.
Nicole Rufus
Nov 22, 2021
Marcella Hazan’s Pan-Roasted Chicken
Cookbook Club
This classic pan-roasted chicken will quickly become a go-to.
Nicole Rufus
Nov 22, 2021
These Are, Hands-Down, the Best Brussels Sprouts I’ve Ever Had
Kitchn Love Letters
I'll never make them any other way.
Nicole Rufus
Nov 13, 2021
Say Hello to the Ultimate Winter Margarita
This cranberry cocktail is bursting with festive flair.
Nicole Rufus
Nov 12, 2021
These Homemade Liège Waffles Are the Best Waffles I've Ever Had
No other waffles come close.
Nicole Rufus
Nov 10, 2021
Homemade Honey Butter Makes Everything Taste Better
And it's impossibly easy to make.
Nicole Rufus
Nov 9, 2021