Helena Pereira

This lofty cake is so crammed full of chocolate and butter and air, there's no room for flour--although we made sure to leave space for ample swoops of softly whipped cream.

This tender, buttery, crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth Scottish shortbread is as authentic as it gets.

Change up your hummus game with this white bean version that's served with a fresh herb, olive, and seed topping.

This lime-infused polenta cake boasts a light texture and rich, buttery flavor. It's perfect for teatime or dessert, but we won't judge if you sneak a slice for breakfast.

This cake from Great British Bake-Off contestant Chetna Makan offers a bright and citrusy punch, thanks to lime and orange zest. Black sesame seeds offer a pleasant crunch.

This seemingly simple little biscuit from France will wow you with its flaky, buttery perfection. Fantastique!

Deeply flavored with dark chocolate and the nuttiness of tahini, this is a perfect adult ice cream. You won't believe how creamy it is, either.

An easy combo of roasted beets and feta are drizzled with an incredible, caramelized dressing. Served warm, the flavors are even better.

A tasty dinner from America's Test Kitchen that's full of Italian flavor from capers, lemon, and olives. You're 30 minutes away from pasta heaven.

A deeply spiced, but not spicy, Turkish potato and tomato casserole that makes a superb side dish. Serve with yogurt, lemon, and even a sprinkle of nuts.

Here's a recipe for a small batch of strawberry jam, without all the fuss of traditional canning. Ready in less than an hour, with all the lush taste of peak strawberry season.

Crisp onion and creamy white beans turn tuna into a light dinner, courtesy of the always impressive Stanley Tucci.

Get ready for an upgraded banana bread. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or anytime you really want something a little sweet.

This bright and creamy lemon basil pasta from Jessie James Decker is a delight for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. Lemon lovers unite!

Meet your newest weeknight staple for when you want something a little special and impressive. Slightly sweet, deeply flavored, caramelized red onions doused with red wine.

A superlative version of the classic clean-out-the-fridge stir-fry that reinvents leftovers. Beware the optional but addictive jalapeño garlic vinegar.

If velvety, perfectly emulsified, homemade mayo has always seemed like an impossible dream, then read on. Before you know it, you’ll be realizing you never again need to buy store-bought mayo.

It's Ottolenghi. Enough said. (Well, okay, we have to say more. Like how everyone who’s tried this swears it’ll forevermore be their simple supper standby.)

When prepared simply yet perfectly as here, this classic side dish will leave a lingering memory of just how lovely something healthy can be.

Rustic in appearance, homey in taste, and easy in the way it comes together, this comfort food classic is exactly what you've been craving.