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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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Food & Recipes

Pork Chops with Pear Salad

It may look fancy, but this meal only takes 25-minutes to make.

25 mins
apple and thyme galettes on parchment paper
Food & Recipes

Apple and Thyme Galettes

A classic fall dessert with a twist.

1 hr 15 mins
chicken tortilla soup on a wooden table
Food & Recipes

Chicken Tortilla Soup

This hot and hearty soup is perfect for chilly days.

40 mins
cacio e pepe on a wooden table
Food & Recipes

Cacio e Pepe

Learn how to make this Roman classic.

20 mins
spice roasted cauliflower with green beans
Food & Recipes

Spice-Roasted Cauliflower with Green Beans

Serve this with rice for a vegan main.

45 mins
ropa vieja
Food & Recipes

Ropa Vieja

Make this hearty feast in the slow-cooker.

8 hrs 25 mins
christmas bar cookies in a tin with parchment paper
Holidays & Gatherings

20 Easy Christmas Bar Cookie Recipes to Celebrate the Holidays in the Sweetest Way

From decadent chocolate to dried fruits and nuts, these festive treats are a must!

key lime pie
Food & Recipes

Key Lime Pie

Perfect for your next potluck.

1 hr 15 mins
steak with beans and roasted broccolini
Food & Recipes

Steak with Beans and Roasted Broccolini

The shallot and parsley relish takes steak and broccoli to a whole new level.

25 mins
sichuan peppercorn and chicken stir fry
Food & Recipes

Sichuan Peppercorn and Chicken Stir-Fry

Dinner in 30 minutes? Done.

30 mins
seared scallops with escarole salad and pesto vinaigrette
Food & Recipes

Seared Scallops with Escarole Salad and Pesto Vinaigrette

The key to this 5-ingredient dinner is a super flavorful (and simple!) sauce.

25 mins
roasted thanksgiving turkey on a serving platter
Food & Recipes

Best Turkey

Here's how to win Thanksgiving.

3 hrs 45 mins
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