Crisp Chocolate Chip Cookies

Thin, buttery cookies loaded with chocolate chips. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

CHOW Bagel

The ultimate crackly, chewy bagel. (By Melissa Wagenberg Lasher)

With fennel, lemon, and high-quality tuna. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Cheat with frozen puff pastry— no one will know! (By Sharron Wood)

Mango-Raspberry Vegan Shake

A tropical, dairy-free twist on the all-American dessert. (By CHOW Food Team)

Pan-Crisped Pancetta

A welcome alternative to bacon, pan-crisped pancetta is great on a sandwich or atop eggs. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Basic Grilled Rib-Eye

For when you crave a really great steak. (By CHOW Food Team)

Basic Grilled Sweet Corn

Grilling brings out corn’s sweet side. (By CHOW Food Team)

Cranberry Culprit

Bourbon and amaretto liven up cranberries. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Herbed Heirloom Tomato Salad

Proving the importance of good lineage. (By CHOW Food Team)

Sweet Chile Dipping Sauce

A quick, versatile Korean chile sauce. (By Kate Ramos)

Basil Digestif

If you love pesto, you’ll adore this after-dinner liqueur. (By CHOW Food Team)

Marinated Bocconcini

A new take on an old favorite, marinated mozzarella. (By Kate Ramos)

Basic Turkey Stock

Use the bird’s carcass instead of just throwing it away. (By Kate Ramos)

Cranberry and Citrus Sauce

Tart and sweet all at once. (By Amy Wisniewski)