Hi Reader,

I get it—between life, laundry, and trying to remember what day it is, it’s easy to miss a few emails. No guilt. But I’d be remiss (and honestly, a little heartbroken) if I didn’t make sure you saw these spring stunners.

These are the recipes that had readers writing in with “OMG,” “made it twice this week,” and in one case, “you’ve ruined all other coleslaws for me.”

Throwback: Spring Recipes

They’re seasonal, yes—but more importantly, they’re damn good. Fresh herbs, tender veg, flaky crusts, buttery finishes. The kinds of dishes that taste like you put in way more effort than you actually did.

If you've been waiting for a sign to cook something simple and spectacular, this is it.

​Sherry-Braised Chicken With Artichoke Hearts​

I updated this super easy recipe from a 1960s newspaper clipping that my mother had saved. I changed it by substituting a douse of good sherry and dry vermouth for red wine or cooking wine. The chicken, mushrooms, and paprika combination harkens back to the comfort foods of my childhood—albeit in a more sophisticated version.

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​Spinach Almond Pesto​

Spinach almond pesto, a milder alternative to the classic basil pine nut pesto, is a cinch to make. Toss spinach, roasted almonds, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and olive oil in a food processor and buzz until smooth. Ten minutes and you're done.

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​Zucchini, Peach, & Burrata Pizza​

This easy vegetarian pizza is loaded with shaved zucchini, peach slices, creamy burrata cheese, and arugula. Perfect for meatless Monday or a casual backyard gathering.

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​Creamy Coleslaw With Cilantro​

This easy-peasy creamy coleslaw combines cabbage, red onion, carrot, and cilantro in a tangy mayonnaise-based orange dressing. It can be mostly prepared ahead of time and tossed with dressing just before serving. No wonder people are calling it the best creamy coleslaw they've ever tried.

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​Asparagus & Arugula Salad​

This asparagus and arugula salad is simplicity itself. Warm blanched asparagus topped with fresh arugula, shavings of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, a garlic vinaigrette, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

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​Fresh Peas With Mint​

To make these fresh peas with mint, peas are sauteed quickly in butter until cooked through, scooped in a bowl, and sprinkled with fresh mint, salt, and pepper. Fifteen minutes tops.

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​Creamy Asparagus Pasta​

This creamy pasta with asparagus is made with fresh egg pasta, snappy asparagus, and a silky garlic, egg, and creme fraîche sauce.

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​Rhubarb Pie​

This simple, classic rhubarb pie can be made using fresh or frozen rhubarb. Either way, it will incite memories of grandma.

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​Raspberry Crostata​

This raspberry crostata is made with fresh raspberries and an easy peasy pie crust that's folded over the fruit. Simple, rustic, and fast. The perfect dessert when it's just the two of you.

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​Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake​

Jamie Oliver's skillet lemon cheesecake has a sweet cookie crust and sweet-tart lemon and raspberry filling. It comes together in fewer than 30 minutes and is the easiest cheesecake you'll ever make.

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