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Kate Merker

Chief Food Director

Kate Merker (she/her) is the Chief Food Director of the Hearst Lifestyle Group, overseeing the team that produces food content for several Hearst titles, including Good Housekeeping, Women’s Health, Prevention, Woman’s Day and Country Living. She has clocked nearly 20 years of experience in food media and before that, worked at some of New York City’s finest restaurants. 

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shrimp kebabs
Food & Recipes

Grilled Shrimp Kebabs

No forks required.

20 mins
smokey barbecue rubbed ribs
Food & Recipes

Smoky Barbecue Ribs

This one's going to be (deliciously) messy.

3 hrs
spice rub
Food & Recipes

Spice Rubs

So much flavor, so little time.

5 mins
cheeseburger pizza
Food & Recipes

Cheeseburger Pizza

Calling all comfort food lovers.

40 mins
crispy tofu with peanut tamari sauce
Food & Recipes

Air Fryer Tofu with Peanut Sauce and Soba

Made with buckwheat flour, these noodles amp up the nutty flavor in your bowl.

35 mins
tandoori spiced cauliflower chicken flatbreads
Food & Recipes

Tandoori-Spiced Cauliflower Chicken Flatbreads

Eat this with a fork and knife or sandwich-style, if you prefer.

40 mins
air fryer falafel salad
Food & Recipes

Air Fryer Falafel Salad

No deep-frying required!

35 mins
adobo glazed portobello tacos
Food & Recipes

Adobo Glazed Portobello Tacos

Give Taco Night a vegetarian twist.

20 mins
italian marinated chicken over salad
Food & Recipes

Italian-Marinated Chicken

The herby dressing pulls double duty.

40 mins
saucy pizza beans
Food & Recipes

Saucy Pizza Beans

Give a can of beans the ultimate makeover.

15 mins
chicken with stewed peppers in skillet
Food & Recipes

Chicken with Stewed Peppers and Tomatoes

Bonus: It's a one-pot meal!

25 mins
seared salmon with spiced sweet potatoes on black plate
Food & Recipes

Seared Salmon with Spiced Sweet Potatoes

Have this heart-healthy main for dinner tonight.

35 mins
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