The condiment that Vivian Howard affectionately calls her Little Green Dress is part chimichurri, part salsa verde—and she would save it in a fire. “Like the little black dress that’s your sure thing, LGD is pretty much perfect for every occasion.” Learn how to make your own, along with simple weeknight dinners and recipes that pack a big flavor punch in a minimal amount of time. Howard knows what makes food taste good and in a complicated world, she is here to tell her readers how to simplify it. Each chapter centers on a star ingredient (or condiment)—think caramelized onions, pickled tomatoes, and spiced nuts. With more than half the recipes conveniently gluten-free, vegetarian, or both, Howard takes the word convoluted out of the kitchen. Perfect for the unfussy chef, find new staples and family favorites, with straightforward ingredients and techniques.