This pie pastry is as easy to make as, well, pie. It’s flaky and rich but is simple and plain enough to let any filling shine.

• (1)
• 20 M
• 40 M
• 7

True to its name, this dense, brownie-like cake takes its allure from a full pound of chocolate. A hint of cocoa lends even more chocolatey complexity.

• (5)
• 35 M
• 2 H, 10 M
• 9

Serve this cheddar cornbread with chili or ribs. The whole corn kernels and jalapenos make the bread’s texture way more interesting. Use a snappy Cheddar.

• (4)
• 10 M
• 55 M
• 7