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After you finish pickling the strawberries, hang on to the brine, which can be used in place of mild vinegars.

Preserve those last summer berries with this quick and easy jam. Then slather it on toast, whisk it into a fruity salad dressing, or swirl into store-bought ice cream.

Don’t rush to shake the pan and toss the green beans before they blister; they need a little time to char.

The acidity in the lime juice and tequila will help the fish firm up, but if it sits too long, it will get tough.

You'll add the bok choy to the noodles during the last minute of cooking, and punch up a quick broth with ground pork, miso, and soaked dried mushrooms.

Whether you call them magic bars or seven-layer (or sometimes five-layer) cookies, you probably know these treats. Chunky bits—like chocolate chips, nuts, and coconut—get layered over sticky condensed milk and a crisp cookie crust.

Avocado, yogurt, and a mix of caramelized and fresh scallions give this dip a creamy texture that sits between onion dip and guacamole. Pair it with pita chips, tortilla chips, or carrot sticks.

This decadent, main course–worthy version of the classic side dish is packed with corn, green chiles, and two kinds of oozing, melty cheese.

Refresh after a grueling workout or exhausting day with this electrolyte-packed water, with a natural boost of energy, vitamins, and minerals.

Known as "SC Grenadine" at Smuggler's Cove in San Francisco, this fresh, two-ingredient grenadine syrup is perfect for tiki drinks or mocktails like a Shirley Temple.

We like the fruity heat of Sriracha, but if you have a different favorite hot sauce, go right ahead.

Whether you're hosting a group brunch or building BLT's for an army, these two sweet-and-salty toppings will add a little more oomph to your bacon.

Literally grilled cheese. We love the squeaky texture and salty bite.

Wow! This flavor-packed limeade is a real thirst quencher during the dog days of summer, when watermelon is at its best. Should a festive occasion arise, it also makes a wonderful margarita mixer when paired with premium white tequila.

Load up on green tea antioxidants, hydrate with electrolyte-filled coconut water, and cool off with cucumber, lime, and gut-soothing aloe vera.

Filled with ham, bell pepper, and onions, this diner classic is also sometimes called a “Denver Omelet.”

Make this concentrate once and you'll be drinking refreshing cold brew coffee for an entire week.

Literally grilled cheese. We love the squeaky texture and salty bite. It goes perfectly with our Grilled Brined Vegetables.

Never underestimate black peppercorns! Their heat sneaks up on you in this turmeric tonic.

Why buy this classic steak rub when you can make it yourself? Inspired by the flavors of pastrami, this rub is good on more than just steaks—try rubbing it on chicken, salmon, or even broccoli before grilling or pan-roasting.