Know that bag of forgotten shrimp you bought on sale that’s languishing in your freezer? Start defrosting it. Here’s the ideal use for it.

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Slightly sweet, fudgy, and full of bittersweet chocolatey goodness. Certain to satisfy both the kid and the grown-up in your house—and in you.

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• 3 H, 20 M
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Bun cha. In true Vietnamese fashion, it’s an enticing collision of tastes (sour and smokey and sweet), temperatures, and textures. And it’s gonna leave you wanting more.

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If you’ve been hesitant to make chocolate souffle out of fear, worry not. This easy version is guaranteed light, airy, and lofty heights. A no-stress,high-stakes dessert.

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Four ingredients and one simple technique that will leave everyone asking—maybe even demanding—you for more. A keeper of a side dish.

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• 55 M
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Because nothing says love like cheesy pasta magnificence. This baked mac n cheese, made with Colby and Cheddar and crisp, buttery bread crumbs, is easily one of the best we’ve ever had.

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• 1 H, 15 M
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Astoundingly tender and judiciously spicy, these oven barbecued ribs gain a rich, deep smokiness from a simple turn in a hot oven, no fancy outdoor equipment required.

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• 11 H
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Store-bought puff pastry makes this elegant baked Brie a cinch to pull off. (But that can be our little secret.)

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Proof that spectacularly fudgy, messily gooey, intensely chocolatey brownies can be made without butter or eggs.

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• 3 H, 55 M
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Too much of a good thing can be wonderful. Witness this macaroni and cheese with fontina, Gorgonzola, pecorino, and Parmesan.

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