David Leite

Four ingredients. Ridiculously easy. Wonderfully inexpensive. And, quite frankly, the best gnocchi we've ever experienced.

Boozy prunes. So damn good that in Gascony, you’re not invited over for coffee, you’re invited over for these little lovelies.

A classic. And it's even better than we remembered. And we mean that in the best possible way, moms.

An Italian classic. And it's ridiculously easy to make at home with just lemons, sugar, vodka, and a little patience.

Some would say paleo power. We say cauliflower power. Witness the caped carb crusader as an uber creamy mash and a raw salad.

A better way to start your day. Uh, we mean, end your day. That's what we meant. Yes. End it. Ahem.

David measures his friends on how true, honest, and kind they are—and how superlative their baking skills. His friend Cindi measures up.

Merry stories from Joy the Baker, Dorie Greenspan, and others about Christmas cookies, roast goose, and happy hostesses.

Guess who David blames for his inability to be the epitome of calm in the hours leading up to Thanksgiving dinner? (Hint: Not himself.)

These unconventional latkes are gonna rock your world. They're lovely at all times of day and on all occasions.

Wowsers! (We can't really think of anything else to say about these stunning cookies, except they're far easier to make than you'd expect.)

Because sometimes on Thanksgiving, you need something a little stronger than wine. Especially this year. We know we will. *hic*

This sneaky sable, a French shortbread of sorts that's crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, is going to rock your world.

True to their name, these little lovelies practically snap when you take a nibble. We love truth in advertising.

Fear not, folks. Here are all the ingredients—menus, strategies, wines, etiquette, and entertainment--for your best Thanksgiving yet.

David reveals his pie-crimping obsession and admits he's been outcrimped by baker Libbie Summers and her 20 cool and classy pie crust tactics.

Green beans? Check. Creamy mushroomy sauce? Check. Can opener? Uh...no thank you. Not this time.

It's not just about how lovely a turkey imbued with smoke would be. It's also about how lovely more space in the oven on Thanksgiving would be.

Yeah, yeah, we know. You don't need a recipe for mashed Yukon Golds with butter, milk, and salt. Or so you think. Try this and get back to us.

Authentic barbecue joint flavor from your own backyard. No smoker required. Actually, no smoking experience required, either.