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Recipes From Bon Appétit’s March 2024 Issue

In the March issue, you’ll be baking gluten-free, using common spices in unexpected ways, and raiding the pantry to bring raisins into the modern era.
Ragù Paprikash on white plate
Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie

By March, the ground is beginning to thaw and the days are feeling noticeably longer. While spring is still a few weeks away, it’s easy to give into the antsy desire for winter’s end. With that in mind, the editors at Bon Appétit have developed an array of recipes that will keep you occupied and happily humming in the kitchen until the first sprig of green pops out of the ground.

Food editor Shilpa Uskokovic has an array of gluten-free desserts that are delicious and worth baking, whether you include gluten in your diet or not. We’re raiding the pantry and putting to use those jars of paprika, turmeric, and cinnamon sticks. We’ll also bring new life to that half-used box of raisins you’ve been wondering what to do with—hint: throw them in your pasta, vinaigrette, and seared chicken thighs. If all else fails, toss together a few fino martinis and watch the ice slowly melt away.

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    Skillet Chicken Thighs and Peaches

    Frozen peaches make this one-pan chicken dinner a breeze to throw together; you’ll want bread or potatoes on the side to sop up all the luscious sauce.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Taneka Morris, prop styling by Tim Ferro
    2/26

    Elote-Style Corn Soup

    Frozen fire-roasted corn is a shortcut to smoky flavor and depth in a quick soup inspired by the flavors of the popular Mexican street snack.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Taneka Morris, prop styling by Tim Ferro
    3/26

    Herby Cauliflower Fritters

    Frozen cauliflower deserves to be more than a side. Here a quick zap in the microwave primes the veggie crumbles to become a hearty vegetarian main.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Taneka Morris, prop styling by Tim Ferro
    4/26

    Pearl Onion and Sweet Pepper Skillet

    With a bag of frozen pearl onions (so cute, no peeling required!) and a bag of mini sweet peppers, you’re well on your way to dinner.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Taneka Morris, prop styling by Tim Ferro
    5/26

    One-Pot Broccoli Mac and Cheese

    Skip the the roux and the extra pan. Thickened with cornstarch, this cozy one-pot broccoli mac and cheese recipe comes together in just 35 minutes.

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  • Photo by Alex Lau
    6/26

    Kimchi Udon with Scallions

    The power trio of butter, kimchi, and gochujang produces an umami ballad so beautiful in this udon recipe, you’ll want to play it over and over again.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Sean Dooley
    7/26

    Vinegary Chicken With Raisins

    Seared chicken thighs render enough fat to form the base of a vinegary pan sauce, with pockets of sweetness from golden raisins.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Sean Dooley
    8/26

    Raisin Vinaigrette Any Lettuce Will Love

    A classic vinaigrette takes notes from sweet-and-sour Italian agrodolce, featuring tangy raisins and lightly pickled shallots.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Sean Dooley
    9/26

    Pasta With Feta, Olives, and Raisins

    Raisins are the unlikely star in this 25-minute pantry-friendly pasta featuring feta, olives, and (optional!) anchovies.

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  • Photograph by Heami Lee, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
    10/26

    Cajun Shrimp Fried Rice

    This Cajun shrimp fried rice is a quick and easy delight, packed with vibrant vegetables including a blend of bell pepper, onion, and garlic.

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  • Photograph by Heami Lee, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
    11/26

    Ginger-Garlic Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

    Level up your weeknight dinner game with this fragrant, veggie-packed stir-fry. 

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  • Photograph by Heami Lee, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
    12/26

    Lemony White Bean Soup

    Plump white beans create a luscious broth combined with lemon zest, onion, garlic, and celery. A stealthy knob of butter adds just enough richness.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Kaitlin Wayne, prop styling by Christina Allen
    13/26

    Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Oat Cookies

    Jammed with mix-ins, including dried sour cherries, these flourless oatmeal cookies are wholesome and chunky with a warm, rounded hint of cinnamon.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Kaitlin Wayne, prop styling by Christina Allen
    14/26

    Walnut-Buckwheat Toffee Cakes

    Tiny but mighty, these individual buckwheat cakes are rich and dense and bring big sticky toffee pudding energy.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Kaitlin Wayne, prop styling by Christina Allen
    15/26

    Gluten-Free Focaccia With Rosemary and Onion

    Psyllium husk is the game-changing ingredient that transforms this easy focaccia recipe from “good for gluten-free” to “absolutely amazing.”

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    16/26

    Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake

    Our best gluten-free chocolate cake recipe combines oat and rice flours for a tender fudgy all-occasion dessert. The pudding-like frosting is just a bonus.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
    17/26

    Ragù Paprikash

    Classic Hungarian chicken paprikash is reimagined as a bright pasta dinner, with ground chicken, aromatics, and a dollop of sour cream swirled in for richness.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
    18/26

    Pork and Chickpea Stew With Cinnamon

    Bust out the cinnamon sticks for this simple, cozy one-pot braise—they’ll imbue the dish with a gentle warming flavor over 4 hours of hands-off cook time.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
    19/26

    Roasted Cauliflower With Turmeric Sauce

    Plain roasted cauliflower? Snore. Dress it up with this turmeric-spiked coconut milk sauce and a handful of crunchy toppings.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
    20/26

    Orange-Coriander Salmon

    Bright coriander (as a crust for salmon and in a velvety orange sauce) takes center stage in this weeknight dinner bursting with citrusy flavor.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
    21/26

    Blueberry Compote With Coriander

    Fresh or frozen blueberries team up with ground coriander in a versatile compote you can enjoy over yogurt, ice cream, or even toast.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
    22/26

    Seedy Cumin Sprinkle

    A crispy, crunchy granola-like topping you can make on the stovetop featuring honey and cumin seeds. It goes well atop salads as well as your yogurt.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
    23/26

    Cinnamon Butterscotch

    No need for a candy thermometer in this easy recipe for butterscotch hit with warming ground cinnamon and a hefty pinch of salt.

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  • Photo by Elizabeth Coetzee, Food Styling by Judy Haubert
    24/26

    Fino Martini

    Swap the dry vermouth for fino sherry to bring your martini to new heights.

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  • Photograph by Heami Lee, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
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    Spiced Beef Taco Bowls

    Ideal for weekend meal prep or a speedy weeknight dinner, these ground beef taco bowls keep things simple while being both versatile and delicious.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Judy Kim, prop styling by Nicole Louie
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    Cumin Steak and Scallion Pitas

    This super quick weeknight steak dinner uses ground cumin two ways: as a rub for the beef itself, and stirred into yogurt as a creamy condiment.

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