David Leite

Piles of tender shrimp, smothered in a lush, buttery, spiced sauce that's perfect for sopping up with bread. Pass the napkins!

A sprinkle here, a pinch there, this stuff is the perfect little extra to jazz up anything savory that you're cooking. And you already love it.

Much less work than making bagels but just as delicious when slathered and schmeared with butter or cream cheese—or any soft cheese, really. And it's perfect for toasting.

Chock full of vegetables and healthy protein, orzo salad will save your work lunches, on-the-go dinners, and leisurely brunches by the pool.

Elegant and easy, Guiliano Hazan's recipe for a stunning 30-minute pasta dinner turns out classic Italian fare without any fuss at all.

Great big chewy, chocolatey cookies so fantastic that our testers absolutely raved about them—try 'em and see for yourself.

Jammy fruit topped with a sweet topping and an unexpected acidic hit of balsamic. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, afternoon snacks, and everything in between.

Unless you missed the '00s, you know who this guy is—he was the Naked Chef, right? Whatever you call him, his recipes are brilliantly tasty and easy-peasy, lemon squeezy.

A lovely jar of sweet, funky heat for those of you who love anything with a little extra kick. Add a little (or a lot, you spice fanatics) to anything you fancy.

Next time you find yourself staring longingly at your smoker, turn to these recipes—traditional as well as innovative—for an unfailingly satisfying fix.

Give your smoker something to look forward to—sweet tea and bourbon are a swoon-worthy marinade for a salmon fillet. Leftovers are perfect for bagels and cream cheese.

Plump little bits of crab and not much else, these morsels are better than typical crab cakes. A crisp crust and a buttery lemon sauce are all it takes to make dinner perfect.

This meaty chili brings everyone to the table. The complex flavors are thanks to three different types of meat, a good helping of spices, and tequila. That's right—it's a party!

Spatchcocked and served with a fresh salsa verde, this chicken is a flavor lifesaver. Juicy, crisp-skinned, and quick, you might never go back to regular chicken again.

Trust us when we tell you this cake is about as unfussy as it gets. An hour from start to finish, no tricky ingredients and a taste reminiscent of an old-school boxed cake mix.

A brilliantly flavored pork tenderloin that's smoked and yet, on the table, in just over an hour. Maple and chipotle glaze take this from easy to sigh-inducingly scrumptious.

Drag out your waffle iron and reacquaint yourself with it—then devour some of the most delectable hash browns you've ever had. Get ready for a diner-worthy dinner at home.

That's right—we made the famous TikTok tomato and feta pasta and adapted it to include shrimp because that's how we roll. And it's just as good as everyone says it is.

No matter when you wake up, sumptuously stuffed quesadillas will be your go-to. Add anything you like, extra cheese, jalapeños, pickled onions. Most important meal, indeed.

Richly flavored, not too spicy, and umami-packed, this curry won rave reviews from our testers. The sauce is perfectly suited to mopping up with piles of naan bread, too.