Before you fry these little packages of joy, everything—salad, sides, fellow diners—should be at the table and ready to feast. Like carbonara not eaten immediately or risotto that sits for more than a few moments, the essence of this dish fades just as quickly as it comes together. These crispy-creamy fritters shine with all kinds […]

Cured salmon roe—or caviar—is one of the Salmon Sisters’ (Emma Teal Laukitis and Claire Neaton) favorite products to stock in their fish shop. The glossy little orbs burst with briny-sweet oils, pairing well with the comforting pleasure of smashed baked potatoes with all of the fixings, as in this recipe adapted from their book The […]

This version of shrimp toast is inspired by my time at Zuni Café, where I made late-night snacks using unsold shrimp and leftover bread that practically begged me to toss them with aioli and whatever else I could squirrel away. They’re equally great as an appetizer or as a main dish. Some practical stuff: Don’t […]

Spice up your game day spread with these mouthwatering buffalo chicken bites! Perfect for sharing, these addictive little morsels pack all the bold flavors of traditional buffalo wings without the pesky bones. I’ll be honest: frying up the chicken pieces is a bit messy. But it’s so worth it for that perfect crunch. And my […]

Can you make arancini out of leftover risotto? Absolutely. But this arancini recipe starts at the very beginning, flavoring the Italian rice balls with Parmesan cheese, lemon zest and juice, and garlic and stuffing them with gobs of mozzarella. It’s a labor of love that will inspire devotion in anyone you serve them to—reason enough […]

Starting the wings in a cold oven allows the fat to render slowly so they get even crispier. Pour off the infused fat and save for stir-fries or cooking crispy eggs. Ingredients 8 servings 2 tsp. black peppercorns 1 tsp. ground turmeric 1 tsp. sugar 3½ tsp. kosher salt 4 lb. chicken wings, patted dry […]

Biscuits and gravy casserole is the ultimate comfort food! It’s packed with savory sausage, creamy gravy, eggs, cheese, and fluffy biscuits. The first time I made this casserole, I felt like I was back in my grandma’s kitchen. The best part? You can assemble it the night before and put it in the fridge. So […]

Saltines are a magical cracker. Whatever it is about them that makes it nearly impossible to eat six in less than a minute (the Saltine Challenge: not for the faint of heart or dry of mouth) also makes these famously basic crackers able to soak up a ton of liquid and still retain their crunch. […]

Picture this: A lazy weekend morning, the sun peeking through your window, and the aroma of freshly baked strawberry scones filling the air. Sounds like heaven, right? They’re the perfect balance of tender and crumbly, with pops of juicy fruit in every melt-in-your-mouth bite. And with the right technique, they couldn’t be easier to make […]

This sausage hashbrown breakfast casserole is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a crowd. Every bite is cheesy, meaty, and full of texture, thanks to the mix of crumbled sausage, crispy hash browns, and ooey-gooey cheddar. Better still, you can have it in the oven in under 20 minutes. After that, you can get on with […]