Not just the stuff of sweet memories, angel food cake is still in fashion–and still fashionably simple to whip up. Truly heaven sent.
Spring Asparagus and Asiago Gratin
Mar 28, 2012 by
Here’s an easy, elegant way to coax stalky asparagus to goodness, with cheese and bread crumbs concealing all manner of out-of-season vegetal sins.
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- 10 M
- 30 M
- 16
Buttermilk Drop Biscuits
Mar 27, 2012 by
“The best biscuits I’ve ever had!” is what we’re hearing from many, many, many folks who just can’t help but exclaim when they try these buttery biscuits.
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- 15 M
- 35 M
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Frittata with Leeks and Herbs
Mar 26, 2012 by
A slinky little something to slip into, one that comes together easily and elegantly, impresses guests and family, works anytime of day, and sullies but a single skillet.
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- 30 M
- 45 M
- 6
Feather Light Rolls
Mar 26, 2012 by
These exceptionally airy pull-apart rolls bake up crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and, yes, light as a feather through and through.
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- 20 M
- 2 H
- 9
Fresh Whole Milk “Ricotta”
Mar 23, 2012 by
Remember that nursery rhyme about Little Miss Muffett sitting on a tuffet? We only recently realized how savvy that sassy gal was, relishing her whey.
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- 30 M
- 2 H
- 18
Ricotta Cheesecake from Rome’s Jewish Quarter
Mar 23, 2012 by
This is prettier and more puddinglike than we’re accustomed to in a cheesecake. But no complaints here. None whatsoever.
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- 20 M
- 1 H
- 24
Angel White Icing
Mar 22, 2012 by
Never before has a cake been smothered in such cloudlike perfection, er, confection as this billowy white icing and its graceful swoop and swirls.
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- 25 M
- 35 M
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Sweet Potato Wedges
Mar 21, 2012 by
These subtly spiced, lightly crisped sweet potato wedges will have everyone clamoring for more–and, we dare say, no one guessing they’re healthful.
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- 10 M
- 35 M
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Creamy Onion Tart
Mar 20, 2012 by
This tart wooed and wowed us with its sophistication, simplicity, and sturdiness. And unlike that other round eggy thing in a crust, this certainly won’t call into question anyone’s manhood.
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- 40 M
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Mai Tai and Blue Hawaiian Cocktails
Mar 19, 2012 by
Get out your go go boots, halter tops, and paper cocktail umbrellas. The ’60s are back. In a big way. And they’re groovier than ever.
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- 5 M
- 5 M
- 3
Black Coffee Ice Cream
Mar 16, 2012 by
Know how every once in a while you taste something that’s so insanely satiating that a single spoonful pretty much satisfies? Nah, neither do we. Pass the ice cream, please.
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- 25 M
- 35 M
- 13
Twice-Baked Potatoes with Irish Cheddar
Mar 12, 2012 by
You may have had twice-baked potatoes before, but we bet they weren’t anything like this lovely little Irish-inflected spud.
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- 20 M
- 2 H, 30 M
- 7
Tom Aikens’ Chocolate Crepes
Mar 09, 2012 by
French-y but not at all fuss-y, these superbly chocolate-y crepes satiate a certain je ne sais quoi.
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- 30 M
- 45 M
- 9
Pate Brisee
Feb 29, 2012 by
Grandmothers tend to know a thing or three about pastry. Flakey, tender, buttery pastry. Witness this world-renowned chef’s recipe from his trusted grand-mère.
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- 15 M
- 2 H
- 8
Candied Carrots
Feb 27, 2012 by
Sometimes carrots aren’t quite as sweet as we’d like them to be. This kid-tested tactic takes care of that occasional oops on the part of Mother Nature.
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- 5 M
- 15 M
- 13
Banana Bread French Toast
Feb 24, 2012 by
That’s right. A behemoth stack of French toast made from–believe it–thick-sliced banana bread. Sort of makes you believe in Santa, too, doesn’t it?
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- 20 M
- 20 M
- 8