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Grains such as farro, bulgur, quinoa, spelt and brown rice are virtually interchangeable in recipes. And a good grain dish can be a meal in itself.

Start with a central ingredient then consider color, shape, texture and even temperature when adding your own favorites to the mix.

One of the best dinners that you can make with the vegetables you probably already have on hand doesn’t even require a pot of boiling water.

On a weeknight, dried pasta is a cook’s best friend. Add a little garlic, a little cheese. Enjoy.