Spreads
Smoked Salmon Rillettes
We've made this classic French spread even easier by using smoked salmon in place of the more traditional poached fish.
How (and Why) to Make Ssamjang, One of the Great Korean Condiments
It's easy to put together. It's even easier to find something to slather it on.
Fast, Fresh Plum Jam—No Canning Required
A long-simmered jam will never go out of style. But a fresher (and faster) alternative is giving it a run for its money.
5 Things Other Than Cinnamon to Stuff Inside Your Cinnamon Rolls
Chocolate croissant, meet your match.
Plum Freezer Jam With Cardamom and Ginger
Neither long simmering nor heat-canned, this vibrant, lightly spiced jam couldn't be simpler to prepare. Red-fleshed plums lend a gorgeous garnet color, but any variety works well.
This Takes PB&J to a Whole New Level
All it takes is a little bit of butter.
How to Turn Your Vegetables Into Butter
Just. Add. Butter.
The Simple Sauce That Makes Everything Taste Fresh and Lively
It's called a dipping sauce. Our writer found it was much more than that.
27 Ways to Use Up a Jar of Jam
Yes, sure, you can spread it on toast. But why stop there? There are so many other ways to get your jam on.
Creamy Black Bean Spread
This black bean spread gets a hint of unexpected sweetness from the ground fennel seeds. Traditional Mexican dishes often use dried avocado leaf, which has a similar flavor. Try the spread as a base for tostadas or nachos, or serve with chips for dipping.
We Tasted 10 Salted Butters So You Don't Have To
We tasted through 10 popular options to find out.
Creamy Tahini Sauce, Three Ways
Serve this ultra-creamy tahini sauce with grilled meats or roasted vegetables, or use it as a base for a silky avocado dip or an herby salad dressing.
Ramp Jam
I love savory jams and this one is a winner. The pectin will gel up the jam faster than just cooking it down to a paste, preserving the fresh flavor of the ramps. This is a go-to for a shaved pork loin or with steak and eggs on a Sunday morning. The recipe makes a lot, but it's worth canning and keeping through the year.