Author: Jean Touitou
There's nothing better than puffy yeasted buns saturated in rum syrup, especially when it's inspired by the citrusy Mai Tai cocktail.
Author: Martha Collison
Author: Joy Pierson
In an intriguing play on the combination of chocolate and chiles, this rich mousse gets its faint tingle from Sichuan peppercorns.
Author: Raquel Carena
Author: Rawia Bishara
Dried barberries are incredibly tart, more so than any other dried fruit you'll encounter. Look for them at Middle Eastern markets or specialty foods stores, or order them online.
Author: Andy Baraghani
A generous dash of crushed red pepper cuts through the sweet, rich tomato-cream sauce of this Italian-American classic.
Author: Lidia Matticchio Bastianich
Author: Dede Wilson
Author: Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Red pepper paste gives this garlic-free hummus its color and smoky-sweet flavor; find it in Middle Eastern markets or online.
Author: Anissa Helou
Imagine what would happen if gooey butterscotch cookies and crunchy Cracker Jack had a love child. Caramel corn blondies are born! These are best served the day they are made for the crunchiest texture,...
Author: Susan Spungen
Author: Kevin Mills
Author: Debbie Koenig
Author: Sara Kate Gillingham-Ryan
Author: Alex Brown
This Bangladeshi vegetable fritter recipe calls for onions, cabbage, potato, and carrot, but you can use any combination of vegetables you have.
Author: Saira Hamilton
Author: Selma Brown Morrow
Author: Paul Grimes
A stunning dessert that lets two autumn fruits-pears and persimmons-shine.
Author: Amelia Saltsman
Author: Becky Kelso
Whole wheat flour and miso make this crumb cake a little sweet, a little savory, and entirely delicious.
Author: Chris Morocco
This recipe warms the heart of my big sister, Omolola. She insists that she can't make it like I can, but I reckon she just likes being pampered once in a while. Don't we all. Yam can be a little dry on...
Author: Duval Timothy
These coconut- and oat-studded bites come together in just one bowl (no food processor required!). Keep them on hand for a healthy morning or afternoon pick-me-up or a satisfying after-school snack. If...
Author: Rhoda Boone
Author: Maggie Ruggiero
The key to crispy nachos is to limit the number of ingredients that go into the oven with the chips. These start with three essential ingredients: a dollop of homemade pinto bean dip, sliced jalapeños,...
Author: Rhoda Boone
Simmer duck legs in a chile-infused, maramalade-based braise until tender, then reduce the sauce to a sticky-rich lacquer to glaze over the crisp skin.
Author: Christian Reynoso
Author: Davina Besford
Author: Anders Braathen
For dense hand-pulled noodles, you're going to want the sauce to be saltier and spicier, balancing out the thick wheat noodles with extra aromatics for depth of flavor.
Author: Jason Wang



