Ralph Knauth

Similar to flan in its delicate texture, this classic creme caramel is as simple as it is sophisticated. You'd expect nothing less from the French, yes?

We're not saying broccoli rabe pizza is going to replace pepperoni. We're merely suggesting it may, under certain circumstances, be an awesomely viable alternative.

Translation? A spectacularly satisfying and soupy stewy dish made with green chiles and chicken that takes just an hour (!) yet tastes authentic as heck.

This crazy satisfying, ridiculously cheap, pantry-minded dinner consists of just pasta, cheese, oil, salt, pepper, and a nifty technique.

At long last, a slice of pumpkin pie that can be considered complete in and of itself—no dollop of whipped cream required. Pumpkin and meringue. So happy together.

"Your family will think you are AMAZING." "A straightforward, real deal Cajun gumbo that everyone loved." "Easy and affordable." "A keeper!" That's what we're hearing about this.

Quite frankly, these remind us why meatballs are a thing of magnificence. They owe their loveliness to chorizo, chili powder, cilantro, and Cheddar.

Skillet cake is moist and tender and sweet (not too sweet, though) and sorta like upside-down cake except it's right-side up.

Easy to make. Good with beer. Perfect for parties. Sorta makes us think we're back in college. Beer pong, anyone?

An insanely practical and easy way to put to use any leftover ham and odd bits of cheese from the holiday.

Even avowed seafood haters belly up to this crisp and delicate Southern fried catfish that's plain and simple and perfect.

A contemporary take on a '70s classic, these stuffed 'shrooms have an undeniable appeal—everyone's fave dinner party nosh.

Think you don't care for cauliflower soup? Think again. Rather, take a sip of this creamless wonder, then think again.

"Impressive." "Easy." "Yummy." "Brilliant." "No leftovers!" That's what folks are saying about this lovely little tart.

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.

With its blend of mascarpone and Parmesan, this roux-less—and fuss-less—creamed spinach isn't what you grew up with at your grandma's table. And no one's complaining about that.

An obscenely easy, sweetly tart rhubarb crisp that you simply must experience at least once. (Although we doubt you'll be able to stop at just once.)

A sweet nuttiness, a dense crumb, a crunchy crust, and bags more flavor than normal bread. Whatcha waiting for?

We find this lovely, albeit subtly flavored, little number to be one of the simpler pleasures in life. We think you'll concur.

Because sometimes on Thanksgiving, you need something a little stronger than wine. Especially this year. We know we will. *hic*