Creamy Tomato Soup
Tomatoes contain a lot of water, so the soup calls for less stock than other pureed soups. Adding cream will lend body, but the soup is refreshing without it. Herbed Croutons (page 75) make a perfect garnish.
This classic 15-minute sauce is your secret weapon for homemade mac and cheese, chowder, lasagna, and more.
There are many things that appeal about a Basque cheesecake—it's crustless (one less job) and is meant to look “rustic” with its wrinkled and jagged sides.
A dash of cocoa powder adds depth and richness to the broth of this easy turkey chili.
Caramelized onions, melty Gruyère, and a deeply savory broth deliver the kind of comfort that doesn’t need improving.
Round out these autumn greens with tart pomegranate seeds, crunchy pepitas, and a shower of Parmesan.
A no-bake Oreo crust, a rich chocolate filling, and a tower of whipped cream come together in this shut-the-room-up dessert.
Mayocobas, or canary beans, are the quick-cooking pantry ingredient you should know about.
Make this versatile caramel at home with our slow-simmered method using milk and sugar—or take one of two sweetened condensed milk shortcuts.