Recipe Roundup

Our 20 Favorite Recipes of All Time

In honor of our 20th (!) Anniversary we put together a list of our 20 favorite recipes of all time.
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    Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Rhoda Boone
    1/20

    Our Favorite Cinnamon Rolls

    Our ultimate version of this breakfast classic combines a rich, buttery dough with the warming flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg and the crunch of pecans.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, food styling by Rhoda Boone
    2/20

    Quick Chicken Tikka Masala

    Aromatic spices and tangy yogurt give great flavor to this quick riff on the Indian classic.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Beatrice Chastka, Food Styling by Simon Andrews
    3/20

    Classic Smashed Cheeseburger

    It’s too soon for grilling season, but it’s never too soon to smash a burger on a griddle (or cast-iron pan) in the comfort of your kitchen. Freezing before cooking allows the patty to develop a satisfying crust while retaining a pink and juicy center.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, food styling by Rhoda Boone
    4/20

    Our Favorite Key Lime Pie

    This easy key lime pie recipe is a fusion of our best versions. The secret is a touch of lemon juice to balance the lime and a pinch of cinnamon in the crust.

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  • 11/20

    Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

    Baking wings yields crisp skin without the mess and constant tending of frying.

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  • Photo by Lara Ferroni
    12/20

    Orange Chicken

    Orange chicken is a Chinese-restaurant favorite for good reason. Think of it as a Chinese-American version of fried chicken nuggets coated in a savory citrus sauce

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  • Photo by Andrew Purcell, food styling by Carrie Purcell
    15/20

    The Smoky Robinson

    A boozy whiskey cocktail that's equal parts mezcal smoke and festive sweetness, thanks to a warm, spice-infused maple syrup.

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  • Christopher Testani
    16/20

    Perfect Fish Tacos

    This is exactly what it sounds like—a recipe for perfect fried fish tacos.

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  • Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Susan Ottaviano and Stevie Stewart
    17/20

    Original New York Cheesecake

    As the name implies, the recipe for Junior's famous original cheesecake has been baked the very same way since the 1950s. It's simply the best cheesecake you can find.

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  • Photo by Chelsie Craig, Food Styling by Kate Buckens
    18/20

    Red-Wine-Braised Short Ribs

    Simple and delicious, this is the definition of hearty home cooking the whole family can appreciate.

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