BA’s Best
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Crisp, rippled edges, chewy centers, and puddles of melted chocolate.
4.5
(4.52)
Tender ground beef, savory pancetta, and a splash of white wine make this slow-simmered Bolognese worth the wait.
4.6
(4.62)
A buttery, silky mash that doesn’t need gravy—but happily welcomes it.
4.6
(4.6)
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A few clever changes take classic Rice Krispies Treats to soaring new heights.
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This chai is definitively ginger-forward. Feel free to add a little more maple syrup if you like it on the sweeter side. This is part of BA’s Best, a collection of our essential recipes.
4.6
(4.62)
A classic chicken noodle soup with juicy chicken, tender vegetables, and deeply flavorful homemade broth.
4.7
(4.68)
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Soft in the center, crisp at the edges, and coated in cinnamon sugar—everything a classic snickerdoodle should be.
4.5
(4.52)
Two rums and two types of coconut make this tropical drink the last word on summer refreshment.
4.6
(4.58)
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A great Caesar salad gets its swagger from crisp, cold greens, creamy dressing, and freshly made croutons.
4.0
(4.08)
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This tangy chilled soup is basically summer in a bowl.
4.3
(4.29)
Our take on the Jewish classic starts with roasted chicken wings for a rich broth and poached legs for the most tender meat.
4.5
(4.51)
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Team butter? Team mayo? This crisp, gooey sandwich won’t make you choose.
3.6
(3.61)
Crispy. Golden. Fluffy. Bubbe would approve.
4.5
(4.5)
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Go high-low this year with fresh green beans and mushrooms, Parmesan béchamel, and plenty of store-bought fried onions.
5.0
(4.79)
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The most vibrant pesto isn’t just about the ingredients; it’s also about the order in which you blend them.
4.6
(4.58)
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A classic drink that never goes out of style. Stick with these steps and you’ll nail it every time.
5.0
(5)
Quartering and stacking the dough creates lots of flaky layers that beg to be pulled apart and slathered with softened butter.
5.0
(4.76)
Layers of ragù and béchamel are all that’s right in this world.
4.4
(4.44)
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A long soak is the secret to this French toast’s supremely custardy interior.
4.0
(3.93)
These simple sugar cookies are crisp yet tender, keep their shape when baked, and yes, taste great too.
4.0
(4.19)
This homemade mac and cheese is our Platonic ideal: It is deeply cheesy and creamy and has a crunchy crust. Plus, it doubles easily for a crowd.
3.5
(3.48)
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Shrimp cocktail is all about the shrimp: big, fat, perfectly cooked gorgeous shrimp. Here’s how to do it.
4.6
(4.55)
Think of this coconut cream pie recipe like a Samoa cookie in pie form, complete with a coconut graham cracker crust and caramel layer.
5.0
(4.78)
Call it retro if you want—we say this classic bacon and cheese quiche is timeless.
3.5
(3.5)