15-04-2025
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- New York Times
Our 17 Most Lemony Recipes
Lemon is a wonder. It can transform a rich, creamy dish like pudding or cheesy pasta into something light and nuanced. And sure, you can add acid to a dish in many ways — vinegar, yogurt, fermented vegetables — but none offers as perfect a balance of adaptability and bright freshness as lemon. Whether you've got a glut of lemons or you're just looking to make a kitchen staple shine in new ways, these 18 lemon recipes won't disappoint.
1. Lemon-Turmeric Crinkle Cookies
These stylish sun-streaked cookies from Eric Kim aren't all good looks. They also have a transcendent texture. The key to the delicate crumb, he says, is precision in your flour measurement and making sure not to overmix the dry ingredients. They're not too sweet, which makes them an optimal breakfast cookie — and easy to eat more than one.
Recipe: Lemon Turmeric Crinkle Cookies
2. Lemon-Garlic Linguine
Cheesy, peppery pasta is even better when you add lemon to it. Ali Slagle cuts through the fat in a deeply appetizing way with its bright, fresh acidity. And don't worry: There's still a hint of spice here, too, thanks to crushed red pepper and, of course, lots of freshly ground black pepper.
Recipe: Lemon-Garlic Linguine
3. Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
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