Mahek Manchanda

Strawberry Shortcake

Making strawberry shortcake means dealing with sticky, juicy berries that leak out as you slice them. You’ll mash some to ...
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Watermelon Feta Salad

Making this salad means working quickly to keep the watermelon firm and the feta crumbly. I usually cut the watermelon ...
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No-bake Cheesecake

Making this no-bake cheesecake means dealing with a sticky, crumbly crust that fights back when you press it into the ...
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Frozen Margarita

Making a frozen margarita is messy—blending ice, squeezing limes, and watching the mixture turn slushy in the blender. It’s a ...
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Pulled Pork Sliders

Pulling apart the pork is the messy part—forks tangled in juicy shreds, dripping onto the cutting board. You’ll need plenty ...
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Bourbon Peach Tea

I start by slicing ripe peaches, their soft flesh giving way under the knife with a faint squish. The sound ...
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Shrimp Ceviche

Making shrimp ceviche is about dealing with raw seafood and citrus juice. The shrimp sit in lime and lemon until ...
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Lobster Roll

Lobster roll making is all about the messy, satisfying process of cracking shells and scooping out tender meat. You’ll be ...
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Spinach And Mushroom Pasta Recipe

This spinach and mushroom pasta started as a lazy weeknight fix but turned into something I crave regularly. There’s a ...
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Creamy Spinach Soup Recipe

There’s something almost ritualistic about making this creamy spinach soup. I love the way the garlic sizzles lightly when it ...
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