Citrus
Easy, Elegant Christmas Punch
This understated holiday punch has a cognac base brightened by a simple lemon syrup and lightly sweet sherry.
By David Wondrich
Citrus Caramel Sundaes With Toasted Almonds
Tangy, floral citrus soaks up dark, smoky caramel for a sweet, sticky sundae unlike any other.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Citrusy Arugula Salad With Fennel and Parmesan
Show off peak season citrus in this bright and tangy salad that makes a great counterpoint to some of winter’s dark, rich foods.
By Sachi Statz and Victor Santos
Mojo Roast Pork and Gravy
Equal parts savory and bright, this Cuban holiday classic featuring versatile mojo sauce is a sure-fire crowd-pleaser.
By Sachi Statz and Victor Santos
Lime Squiggles
Make these irresistible melt-in-your mouth shortbread-style cookies, which are topped with lime glaze and zest for a tangy and citrusy punch.
By Claire Saffitz
Easy Lemon Drop
This punchy sweet-and-sour lemon drop “martini” is best served with a side of gossip at your next happy hour.
By Rachel Gurjar
Dry-Brined Turkey With Tangy Honey Glaze
Our never-fail turkey is excellent in every way that other turkeys often fall short. Period.
By Andy Baraghani
Cranberry Orange Sauce With Cinnamon
This recipe makes a bright condiment for your Thanksgiving or Christmas table, but it's also a delicious, zesty topping for a breakfast of steel-cut oats.
By Claire Saffitz
Spatchcock Turkey With Anise and Orange
There are many (many!) Thanksgiving turkey recipes out there. But this roast spatchcock turkey recipe with its aniseed and orange dry brine is, as former BA test kitchen director Carla Lalli Music put it, “for people who want a turkey that actually tastes good, and not a turkey that just looks good.” (Watch her make this recipe.)
By Dawn Perry
Triple Citrus Creamsicle Pie
Sweet, sour, creamy, no-bake, and make-ahead: This is the perfect pie for the holidays and beyond.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Pomegranate-and-Honey-Glazed Duck With Rice
A whole roast duck is a glorious sight—and as easy as roasting a chicken. This one has a tangy-sweet lacquer and rice made from its drippings to serve alongside.
By Hana Asbrink
Shrimp Pasta With Preserved Lemon
Need an excuse to use up some preserved lemons? Let this simple lemony, buttery, and shrimpy pasta prove once again just how delicious and versatile they can be.
By Rachel Gurjar
Agrodolce Chicken With Fennel and Celery Gremolata
Simple roast chicken gets a boost from bright and crunchy gremolata (with a whole lemon in the mix!) and a finishing agrodolce drizzle.
By Michael Vincent Ferreri
Baked Brie Bites With Jezebel Sauce
These Brie bites are an entertaining power move, featuring melty Brie inside crisp puff pastry, finished with a dollop of tangy citrus-and-mustard sauce.
By Jeff Tonidandel
Anytime Orange Muffins
These plush bakery-style orange muffins are inspired by a much-loved version from Costco. We cut the dried fruit so that the orange flavor really shines.
By Shaina Loew-Banayan
No-Fail Roast Chicken With Lemon and Garlic
Only 6 ingredients, and you'll always know when it's done.
By Claire Saffitz
Lemon Meringue Pie
A sky-high pie with sharp lemon filling, sweet-and-salty meringue, and shatteringly crisp crust.
By Chris Morocco
Citrus-Glazed Pork Chops With Watercress
Quick-cooking pork chops get a leg up thanks to a speedy, sweet-and-salty pan sauce that feels a lot more dressed-up than it is.
By Rachel Gurjar
Coconut-and-Lemongrass-Braised Short Ribs
Meltingly tender short ribs braised in a rich coconut-milk-based sauce stay bright thanks to Thai flavors and fresh lime. Be sure to make plenty of rice!
By Rachel Gurjar
Plum and Lime Upside-Down Cake
Luscious lime caramel is the star of this gooey, show-stopping, peak summer dessert.
By Rachel Gurjar