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Shilpa Uskokovic

Senior Test Kitchen Editor

A graduate of The Culinary Institute of America, Shilpa worked as a line and pastry cook in some big-name, Michelin-starred restaurants in NYC, including Jean-Georges, Marea, and The NoMad, before crossing over to the world of food media. At Bon Appétit, she translates her restaurant experience into reliable recipes running the gamut from pasta to pudding to pizza. Besides her work in print, Shilpa writes regular columns, including Baking Hows, Whys, and WTFs, wherein she answers all your burning baking questions, What a Steal, where she details how cooking on a budget doesn't have to be boring, and, along with test kitchen colleague Jesse Szewczyk, the BA Bake Club. For Epicurious, Shilpa reviews featured archive recipes to ensure they work in modern kitchens and with modern ingredients. She lives in NYC and loves cake and grocery shopping.

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Hummingbird Cake

Our spin on the beloved classic, featuring pineapple jam and cream cheese frosting.
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Frozen Espresso Martini With Spiked Whipped Cream

This frozen cocktail uses instant espresso for a strong flavor and unbeatable convenience.
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Spicy Mango Margarita

Blend frozen mango, blanco tequila, and lime juice into these cooling margaritas. A Tajín rim adds a spicy-salty kick.
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The Iciest Strawberry Daiquiri

Using frozen strawberries means no need for ice cubes. White rum adds just enough booze and fresh lime juice, bright acidity.
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Dill Pickle Potato Salad

With homemade quick pickles, this will be your new signature side dish.
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Easy Ham and Cheese Quiche

Elegant and simple to prep ahead, this classic brunch dish gets its savory backbone from sautéed leeks.
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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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Red Pepper–Anchovy Toasts

This stunner of an appetizer comes together with boquerones and a few pantry staples.
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Violet Vodka Slushy

Crème de violette is an exuberantly floral violet liqueur that gives vibrant color to this fun frozen cocktail.
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Scallops With Creamy Spinach Sauce

Buttery scallops pair with a verdant spinach purée for a restaurant-worthy dish.
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Surprisingly Satisfying Cauliflower Chowder

Dive into this creamy cauliflower and potato chowder for a comforting vegetarian meal.
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Cashew Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry

Savory cashew chicken meets tender asparagus in this lightning-fast dinner.
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Chicharron Chicken Cutlets

Pork rind-crusted chicken is outrageous—outrageously good. Popular with children and adults alike, it’s a protein-packed gift that’s good for any occasion.
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Roti (Easy Indian Flatbread)

The simplest flatbread you can make.
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Crispy Chicken Quesadillas

Spiced chicken, charred peppers, and gooey cheese—these never-soggy quesadillas are a favorite for a reason.
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Pistachio Bundt Cake

Predestined to be the star of your next weekend hang or holiday brunch.
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Air-Fryer Chicken Tikka

Lacking an actual tandoor, the air fryer might be the best way to make chicken tikka. Juicy, charred, and well-spiced, it’s your new weeknight MVP.
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Sheet-Pan Pierogies and Beets

A flavorful one-pan meal featuring baked pierogies, roasted beets, and a poppy seed dressing. Frozen pierogies and pre-cooked beets make this extra easy.
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Tiramisu Basque Cheesecake

Two of our all-time favorite desserts, now in one new classic.
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Greenest Mint and Ginger Pesto

An electrifying pesto that stays bright green for days on end. With the addition of ginger, and jalapeño, it’s a versatile condiment to have on hand.
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