Daily Treats

I love all the pasta dishes Rome is known for: Pasta all’Amatriciana, Pasta alla Gricia, Pasta Carbonara, and Cacio e Pepe. My favorites are the latter two, but I don’t love to make them. You have to get the heat just right for the cheese to melt perfectly and emulsify with the pasta for the perfect creamy, silky sauce. Another issue I have with these delicious dishes is that you really can’t reheat them easily. That texture is a one-and-done situation. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/EF3ndHz

Brown sugar and cinnamon are an excellent fall flavor pairing in everything from cakes and cookies to pastries. These brown sugar shortbread bars bring that classic combination to the table with a tender, buttery cookie base, a brown sugar filling, and a cinnamon icing to top it all off.In this recipe, you’ll prep just one dough, which is divided to use for both the base and the topping. In between, layer a mixture of melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/hCmyJHv

I consider it mandatory. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/YnQv9ON

Best of all, it only take 25 minutes in the oven. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/NkMozp2

Definition of comfort. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/NX8OP3C

It’s easy as pie! READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/BFrX0g3

Brownies are a classic dessert, and one of my favorites. But despite how simple they seem, they can be difficult to get just right. A good brownie has chewy edges; a shiny, crackly top; and a delectably fudgy center with a rich, chocolaty taste. (I’m personally all for those corner pieces to get the ultimate textural experience.)But how can you ensure you’ll get the fudgiest brownies every time? READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/TJPvmbW

I’ll never go back! READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/yxoPmVa

My family often ate lunch at Cantonese restaurants on the weekend, and we’d usually skip ordering rice in favor of noodle dishes. We rotated through beef chow fun, chow mein, rice noodle rolls, and, once in a while, a curried rice noodle stir-fry called Singapore noodles.This dish was created by Cantonese chefs in Hong Kong (it’s unclear why Singapore is in the name) to use the curry powder that came with British colonial trade. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/3m9htSA

Baking season is upon us, and that means we’re gearing up to make all kinds of Halloween treats, Thanksgiving pies, and holiday cookies. Whether you’re a practiced baker or a novice, one thing is true across the board: Exceptional baking requires a combination of precise technique and good equipment. Just like high-quality flour or vanilla extract can make a cake extra-special, so can a really great cake pan. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/H0KypkA

For the best Old-Fashioned. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/D6eCSBA

They’re an upstate New York tradition. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/V3b7yvc

Halloween might not be here yet, but I’m already thinking about the holidays. When I can get a jump on gift shopping, I absolutely will. And Fishwife is giving me serious inspo right now. Earlier this month, Fishwife brought back its Tuna Belly — and it’s a perfect gift for someone who loves tinned fish. And bonus: It’s under $100. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/ADhIFpG

Chocolate desserts have always been my absolute favorite — so when it comes down to choosing between chocolate and pretty much anything else, chocolate wins every single time. And this double chocolate éclair cake is my new go-to. It’s an icebox cake through and through, meaning there’s no oven involved at all. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/WbDlzKE

Editor’s Note: If you’ve cooked this beloved recipe before, it might look a little different these days! We start cooking the apple filling on the stovetop first so they let off some juices and soften slightly, and the cobbler topping is super-easy to whisk together. We recently improved it to make it even easier to follow and more delicious.When fall and apple season hits, I try to make as many of my favorite apple desserts as I can. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/fa3A2qh

Good lighting can make such a difference — especially in the kitchen. While I have overhead lighting and a (fairly dim) light above my stove, I wanted more brightness for my counters specifically. That’s when I began my quest to find great under-cabinet lighting. Here was my criteria: It needs an adhesive mounting (I’m not interested in breaking out a drill or screwdriver for this). READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/xqAkVKY

It's even better the next day. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/U67PG92

I’m excited to place another order. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/cafrq7p

When I was growing up in a Mexican household, I always looked forward to caldo de res on our Sunday supper table. Whether it was my mom or my Mama Nena making it, I knew we were in for something special. This hearty Mexican beef soup is filled with tender bone beef shanks, plenty of vegetables, and a rich savory broth that’s comforting, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. It’s the kind of meal that brings everyone to the table, especially on a chilly day. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/Kpl9Sib

Call me basic, but when fall rolls around I’m ready to welcome in all things pumpkin with open arms. Pumpkin spice lattes, creamy pumpkin pasta, pumpkin cream cheese muffins … there are ways to incorporate the autumn gourd into every meal of the day. One delicious pumpkin-flavored treat I make at least once per season (and, in my opinion, is totally acceptable to eat any time of day), is pumpkin bread. READ MORE... from Kitchn | Inspiring cooks, nourishing homes https://ift.tt/nhLri8y