Culinary recipes

Make delicious, crispy French fries from scratch, not from frozen. The secret to a crispy exterior and soft center is double-frying. The cut potatoes should be...

This Mexican take on the Bloody Mary uses mezcal instead of vodka. This cocktail begs for appetizers. Make them Mexican, too! Garnish each glass with a...

Even a novice pastry chef can make homemade marshmallow fondant using this recipe. All you need are marshmallows, water, and powdered sugar. And to assemble these cute monkeys, arm yourself with...

These adorable giraffes can be easily made using homemade marshmallow-based fondant, which is also incredibly easy to make. It's easy to mix, simple to work with, and lasts for several days...

Japanese matcha green tea, in addition to hot drinks, is perfect for desserts and cocktails. For example, its herbal notes will complement the tropical flavor of a piña colada...

Make this fun dessert using double marshmallow cereal. Melted marshmallows hold the cereal together, and the colorful marshmallow shapes inside...

Make a charming rainbow cheesecake using cereal. The cereal is used to make a crispy crust, infuse milk with it to create a flavorful filling, and then used to top the finished...

These muffins will remind you of the aromatic Cinnabon buns with cinnamon and cream cheese frosting. Just as gooey and delicious, but with only 16g of carbs and 2g of sugar per serving. Perfect for...

This dessert has everything that makes cheesecake so beloved: it's tender, creamy, slightly tart, and pleasantly sweet. Yet, it contains only 3 grams of sugar per serving and half the carbs of...

Unlike most other sandwiches, the Hot Brown is considered an evening snack, even a late-night one. It was invented to feed people tired from a night of partying. A toasted slice of bread...

This special-occasion dish combines two popular dim sum appetizers: sticky rice steamed in a lotus leaf and sticky rice with Chinese sausage. Dry Chinese...

The secret to the delicious flavor of this traditional Colombian beef dish is its charcoal grilling. A whole beef tenderloin is wrapped in a wine-soaked cloth with a layer of salt and placed...

When it comes to French lobster Thermidor, chefs are divided into two camps: some insist on a béchamel filling, others prepare it with an egg yolk sauce, a kind of liquid savory...

You won't need tongs to crack these lobster tails—the shells are actually made of candy! These lobster-shaped cakes are made with store-bought pound cake, which is then coated with the shell and...

If you want to debate chefs, ask them to describe the perfect fried egg sandwich. Half of them will probably tell you the correct version is two eggs and American cheese on a bun...

There's definitely no shortage of delicious pork in this sandwich, filled with a spicy pork patty, all-natural spicy sausage, and fried house-made bacon. Maple bacon is a key ingredient, and it's best...

The key to this sandwich is to buy rare roast beef, even if you prefer it more done. Don't worry: you'll heat the roast beef slices in a pan along with the cheese to ensure...

Juicy, medium-rare roast beef with a pink center, crispy fried onions, and a tangy, creamy horseradish sauce complement each other perfectly in this hearty sandwich with contrasting flavors.

This triple-decker turkey sandwich with crispy fried pancetta is packed with a ton of flavor, with savory, spicy, and sweet notes. The star ingredient is homemade arugula and dried arugula pesto...

This hearty sandwich is filled with complex ingredients that work harmoniously together in both flavor and texture. Chili con carne, meat-filled tamales, Manchego cheese, and...

The best filling for a delicious sandwich is juicy, homemade meat. You can roast beef ahead of time, slice it thin, and use it in your own sandwiches that everyone will love...

According to the owner of Denver butcher Il Porcellino Salumi, to fully enjoy the flavor of his signature sandwich, you need to layer the meats in a specific order:...

Chipotle powder, real apple cider, and ketchup create the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors without the need for a smoker or grill! To make classic pulled pork, you...

While the London broiler steak is frying in the pan, prepare some Yorkshire pudding in the oven, adding sharp grated cheddar to the batter for a savory and chewy pudding. Serve instead of...

Lobster salad in a tart mayonnaise dressing is served in edible bowls made from firm lettuce leaves. If desired, you can add hot or sweet peppers, poppy seeds, or sesame seeds. The perfect light...

Imagine the best part of a lobster sandwich—a buttery bun, chunks of lobster, and fresh lemon—paired with everyone's favorite mac 'n' cheese. That's what awaits you in this crispy...

If you've never grilled live lobsters before, these step-by-step instructions will help you get it right the first time. Have plenty of paper towels on hand...

This easy version of sausage and bell pepper lasagna takes just 15 minutes of effort to make and will be on the table within an hour. You can also assemble it ahead of time and store it in...

Instead of traditional Mexican tortillas, these mini tacos are made on baked potato skins. Top the skins with all the taco ingredients—chicken (baked or grilled), cheese, salsa,...

This summer side dish is packed with all the flavors of a classic stuffed baked potato without the need to turn on the oven or heat up the kitchen. Tender red potatoes are tossed with tart...

Make your own unique chocolate bar this Christmas with a slender mint flavor: peppermint extract, mint drops, and chocolate-covered mint candies. You can't buy this in the store, but chocolate lovers...

This warm baked potato salad has all the ingredients of a classic stuffed baked potato: plenty of cheese, salty bacon bits, creamy sour cream, and green onions. The perfect side dish...

A topping of sour cream, tomatoes, red onion, pickled jalapeños, and chipotle sauce elevates traditional guacamole to a whole new level. Plus, it makes the appetizer look more...

If you want to make the most delicious liverwurst sandwich, the best companions are black bread, fresh red onion, and mustard. A perfect combination that's also perfect for a snack...

These soft and juicy meatloaf buns, with a melting mozzarella center and a delicious tomato glaze on top, are served in a pool of warm marinara sauce. A large round...

You don't even need to chop baby lettuce and endive for this salad. Simply separate the heads into leaves and toss them with the other vegetables in a light sour cream and horseradish dressing. The highlight of this salad will be...

This silky, smooth pudding is easy to make, and the combination of cocoa powder and chocolate gives it a rich flavor. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion, perfect warm and soft, or...

Every dish on a holiday table deserves a special touch, and a bread basket is no exception. Instead of regular bread, fill it with soft, homemade buns that will wow your guests.

This vibrant, sweet-tart cream pie is a culinary icon of the state of Florida. It's so easy to make, it'll become your signature summer treat. The key ingredient is Caribbean lime juice...

What homemaker doesn't love a dessert you can make without turning on the oven? Especially in summer. This no-bake cheesecake is light and fluffy thanks to the whipped cream that's mixed with...

If you're looking to roast a turkey for the holidays, check out this Thanksgiving recipe. It captures all the traditional flavors of this dish, yet adds a unique twist. This turkey with...

If you've decided to cook two turkeys for the holiday, there's a way to fit both in the oven so you don't have to roast them one at a time. To do this, butterfly one turkey and flatten it...

Even though this soup is mostly vegetable-based, it's still filling and nutritious. That's thanks to the addition of pasta and white beans. We also rendered the fat from the pancetta and...

Scrambled eggs are a simple, everyday dish, nothing special, unless it's "The Best Scrambled Eggs"! There's something special about this recipe. With the right technique and...

The Elvis milkshake is a delicious combination of banana, vanilla ice cream, and peanut butter. This recipe tops the drink with whipped cream, but the original Elvis is served with...

Make mini burgers by swapping out regular buns for something even more delicious: stuffed potato skins with cheddar and bacon! Simply bake store-bought stuffed skins to...

To give these Christmas wreath-shaped cookies a realistic look, you'll need a crocheted lace doily. Place it on the dough and roll it out to leave an imprint of the lace. When...

These charming Linz cookies are filled with the magic of the winter holidays. Dusted with powdered sugar, they delight the eye with their bright, contrasting windows filled with jam. This recipe uses...