Just like cinnamon toast. Except better. Your kids will worship you. So will your inner kid.
Karen Lynch, Recipe Tester
A list of all the recipes Karen Lynch has tested.
Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs
“Simple.” “Perfect.” “The moistest chicken with the crispiest skin we’ve ever had.” That’s what folks are saying about this crowd-pleasing, weeknight-friendly chicken trick.
Cheese Crackers
Yup. We went there. To that homemade Cheez-It place. Go ahead. Admit it. You’re awfully glad that we did.
Homemade Milano Cookies
Forget Pepperidge Farm. Where’s the satisfaction in just ripping the bag open? Where’s the longing that comes with anticipation? Right here with these homemade Milanos.
Homemade Yellow Mustard
Why make your own mustard? Because you can. And if that’s not reason enough, there’s no comparison between this and the store-bought stuff. Enough said.
Skillet Steak Peperonata
Wanna know how to stretch a single steak into supper for four without seeming skimpy? Your answer awaits.
Roast Chicken with Pancetta and Olives
“One of the best chicken recipes ever!” “Crisp-skinned.” “Juicy.” “Aromatic.” “Easy.” “Gorgeous.” “Heavenly.” That’s what we’re hearing from folks who’ve tried it.
Grilled Flank Steak with Chile Rub
If you can master this über basic recipe, you can grill a steak waaaaay better than any of your friends. Promise.
Chicken Caesar Salad
This take on the classic contains no raw egg, so make it for everyone you love—even the old, the young, and the preggers.
Pastrami, Caramelized Onion, and Gruyère Sandwich
Not every stack of meat slapped between some slices of bread qualifies as a proper supper. This one does.
Homemade Nut Butter
“Really super easy.” “So good, I made it twice.” “Pure joy.” That’s what folks are saying about this homemade nut butter recipe.
Hot Fudge Sauce
Chocolate, cream, sugar, vanilla, and butter. If ever there was a magnificent melding of just a few ingredients, this is it.
Blood Orange and Prosecco Cocktail
You’ll understand why we swooned over this effervescent and elegant elixir the second you take a sip.
Hershey’s Chocolate Cake Redux
Certain things in this world inspire lasting love. Like this cake. An old-fashioned American classic for a reason.
Waffle Iron Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Dust off that waffle iron. You’re going to want to make more than one of these supper-worthy sandwiches with crisped dimples and ooey, gooey interior. And no spattered stovetop to clean!
Green Smoothie
Close your eyes and we swear you’d never guess this sweet, banana-y smoothie is suffused with good-for-you greens.
Grilled Cheese with Onion Jam
Up your grilled cheese game with this riff on the classic that plays loose and easy with Cheddar, chutney, and caramelized onions.
Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
Easy. Economical. On the table in 45 minutes. And essentially pork wrapped in more pork and roasted until crisp outside and juicily tender inside. Comfort food for when you need it.
Roast Pork Loin with Apples and Onions
This pork loin, with its fennel and garlic rub and apples and onions roasted on the same sheet pan, is about to become your new favorite supper salvation.
Grilled Panzanella Salad
This brashly untraditional panzanella grills the bread so you can dispense with waiting for stale bread. Still frugal. Still stunning. Still more than the sum of its parts.