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Pizza Margherita

Pizza Margherita

Authentic recipes for this Neapolitan pizza call for an 800-degree oven, two days of proofing, and a dough expert's hands. We wanted real Margherita--hold the hassle.

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From the Grill

Stuffed Flank Steak

These pinwheels of stuffed steak are in butcher cases everywhere. But juicy, smoky meat with a filling that stays put required making them ourselves.

Breakfast & Brunch

Buttermilk Pancakes

We found the secret to buttermilk pancakes that cook up fluffy from batch to batch.

Seasonal Salads

Chopped Salad

We wanted complementary flavors and textures in every bite—not a random collection of bland, watery produce from the crisper drawer.

Fruit Desserts

Fresh Berry Gratin

Baking berries and custard into a gratin should yield firm but juicy fruit, a creamy topping, and a crisp crust—if the heat doesn’t ruin the plan.

Inside The Test Kitchen

Pasta with Tomato and Almond Pesto (Pesto Alla Trapanese)

Tomato Pesto

Not all pesto is basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan. In Sicily, tomatoes and almonds take center stage.

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Menu: Classic Cookout Favorites

Ribs and burgers on the grill are always summer favorites. We add deviled eggs, potato salad, and chocolate cupcakes for a classic cookout meal.

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