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Jesse Szewczyk

Senior Test Kitchen Editor

Jesse Szewczyk is a food editor based in New York. He holds a degree from The Culinary Institute of America and has been a staff editor at The Kitchn and BuzzFeed Food prior to joining Epicurious as Food Editor. His work has been featured in The New York Times, Food Network, TODAY, Food52, The Washington Post, King Arthur Baking, Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, Allrecipes, Simply Recipes, Bake from Scratch, and several other publications. He was named a Forbes 30 Under 30 of Food & Drink and is the author of Tasty Pride (Clarkson Potter, 2020), a collection of 75 recipes and stories from the queer food community that raised $50,000 for GLAAD, as well as Cookies: The New Classics (Clarkson Potter, 2021), which was named one of the best cookbooks of 2021 by The New York Times and The New Yorker.

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Sun Gold Tomato Pasta With Pistachio Gremolata

A garlicky pistachio topping takes this sunny summer pasta from good to great.
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Tomato Martini

Sweet, savory, and way too easy to drink.
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Minty Chicken Meatballs

Who says ground chicken is boring? Two whole bunches of mint and some aromatics give these chicken meatballs their bracingly herby flavor.
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Turmeric-Dill Shrimp Stir-Fry

This quick shrimp stir-fry pairs earthy turmeric with a plethora of dill for a flavorful and fresh dinner that comes together in a flash.
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Sausage With Charred Cabbage and Giardiniera

A bed of charred cabbage speckled with chopped giardiniera makes the perfect landing place of sweet Italian sausages and plenty of basil.
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Cilantro Pesto Pasta

This vibrant cilantro pesto recipe blends blanched herbs, Cotija cheese, garlic, and toasted pepitas. Toss with pasta for a fresh and bold spaghetti pesto.
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No-Knead Cheddar Jalapeño Bread

A homemade loaf featuring a crackly crust, loaded with cheese and plenty of fresh chilis.
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Smoked Salmon Pasta With Capers and Dill

Cured fish, cream, and lemon make an elegant base for this unexpected one-pot pasta.
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One-Pot Summer Vegetable Pasta

High on zucchini, corn, eggplant, and tomatoes. Low on dirty dishes.
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Quick Butter-Braised Tomatoes and Dumplings

Store-bought dumplings, fresh tomatoes, butter, and soy sauce simmer away for dinner in a flash.
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Buttermilk Corn Pasta

This pasta starring summer corn achieves its savory, creamy sauce thanks to one special ingredient: buttermilk powder.
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My Favorite Technique for the Crispiest Fried Eggs

Picture lace-like edges with a pristine, gooey yolk.
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Coffee Cake Scones

Sour cream scones get treated to a cinnamon-sugar swirl and crunchy streusel crown.
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Popover-Topped Pot Pie

A lofty popover replaces pie crust in this vegetarian pot pie filled with potatoes, carrots, celery, peas, and asparagus.
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Neapolitan Cake

Inspired by Wayne Thiebaud’s iconic Cake Slice, these three distinct layers start with one simple batter.
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Pasta Primavera

With a heap of fresh produce and creamy sauce, this one-pot pasta endures for a reason.
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Millionaire’s Shortbread

Our ultimate version of the luxe chocolate-caramel bars.
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Chewy Glazed Lemon Cookies

The zest of three whole lemons gives these cookies a no-holds-barred citrus flavor.
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One-Pot Beer Cheese Bucatini

Beer cheese dip meets mac and cheese.
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Balsamic Butterscotch Sauce

Tangy-sweet and a cinch to make, balsamic butterscotch sauce is perfect for pouring over ice cream, grilled or roasted fruit, or your favorite cake.
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