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Thin and Crisp Chocolate Chip Cookies

Adding more granulated sugar gives this classic thin and crispy cookie its crunch.

Author: Martha Stewart

Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

What's even better than banana bread? Banana bread with chocolate! Kids of all ages will clamor for these tasty breakfast bites.

Author: Martha Stewart

Classic Sloppy Joes

Soft sandwich buns work best with this classic kid-friendly Sloppy Joe recipe-as do chips and pickles. The beef mixture can also be served over pasta.

Author: Martha Stewart

Asparagus Vinaigrette

Asparagus is at its flavorful best for only a short time, usually between March and May, when you'll want to avail yourself of its abundance. There are, of course, a number of ways to prepare and serve...

Author: Martha Stewart

Baked Brie with Pecans

Toasted pecans and maple syrup complement the creamy Brie in this hors d'oeuvre. For the best texture, let the cheese cool before topping it with the syrup mixture.This recipe is by Everyday Food reader...

Author: Martha Stewart

Simple Crostini

Crostini are perfect spooned high with your pick of toppings.

Author: Martha Stewart

Basic Jam

The skins from stone fruit will contribute color and flavor to the jam. But for a smoother mixture, you can start by peeling peaches or nectarines: Carve an X in the bottom of each and plunge them into...

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Asparagus with Cherry Tomatoes and Garlic

This tasty roasted asparagus recipe is courtesy of chef Emeril Lagasse. It's a delicious spring side dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Best Coconut Cream Pie

This classic coconut cream pie is well worth the time it takes to cook. It'll be one of the best recipes in your repetoire.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roast Leg of Lamb with Lemon, Garlic, and Rosemary

The longer the lamb marinates in the seasoning paste, the better flavor you'll have. Anywhere from 1 to 24 hours will work, but overnight is best. Slice the leftovers for pita stuffed sandwiches topped...

Author: Martha Stewart

Quick and Easy Pizza Dough

Making pizza dough from scratch is no doubt a labor of love-but that doesn't mean it can't be fast and easy too. Just 30 minutes after forming and resting the dough, you can use it as the base for this...

Author: Greg Lofts

Vegetable Bean Soup

This time of year is filled with fancy fare, so we all need a change of pace during the week. This simple soup is tasty, and extremely gratifying.

Author: Martha Stewart

Quick Pickled Red Onions

Fast and easy pickled red onions instantly upgrade just about any dish. We love them on Martha's favorite Hake Burgers, but try adding them to eggs, tacos, grilled meats, and salads.

Author: Martha Stewart

Creamy Tomato Soup

This creamy tomato soup recipe is adapted from "Martha Stewart's Cooking School." It's simply delicious and full of flavor.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chicken Alfredo with Fettuccine

This classic Italian dish includes fettuccine tossed with butter and Parmesan cheese, and it's quick and easy to make. U.S. versions of the dish may include chicken or shrimp. Whatever your choice, with...

Author: Martha Stewart

Basic Pastry Dough

This dough is perfect for Brandied Fruit Tartlets or Salted Chocolate Tartlets.

Author: Martha Stewart

Old Fashioned Pancakes

This is the most basic recipe for a slightly thick pancake. It's just as easy to make a quick homemade batter as it is to open a box mix, which needs ingredients added to it anyway. And using organic ingredients...

Author: Martha Stewart

Mussels in White Wine and Garlic

Be sure to buy live mussels. Any open mussels that do not close when you press their shells a few times are dead, and you should discard them.

Author: Martha Stewart

Basic Sugar Cookies

Sugar cookies are a buttery classic that make a delicious anytime treat. Enjoy your sugar cookies plain, or decorate them with icing to make them festive. This recipe is a favorite of Martha's, who likes...

Author: Martha Stewart

Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate mousse is the ultimate dessert for any chocolate lover. We like to make ours using bittersweet chocolate, which is high in pure chocolate (at least 35 percent cocoa solids) and makes for a deep...

Author: Martha Stewart

Classic Chicken Potpie

A buttery crust is always a winner, but when it comes to potpie, it's what's inside that counts. Try this classic version; then explore these fresh filling ideas: Curried Chicken; Mushroom-Marjoram Chicken;...

Author: Martha Stewart

Chicken with Ginger

You can also serve this Asian dish over Chinese noodles or steamed rice.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Leg of Lamb

Roasting is a popular cooking method for a reason. See our step-by-step guides to Preparing a Leg of Lamb and Carving a Leg of Lamb at the Table.

Author: Martha Stewart

Braised Red Cabbage with Apple and Onion

This side goes well with roasted pork or turkey.

Author: Martha Stewart

Peanut Brittle

A picture of salty-sweet perfection, brittle is surprisingly easy to make. Serve it alongside coffee or tea for dessert, and save any leftovers for snacking. Peanuts make a classic brittle, but you can...

Author: Martha Stewart

Asparagus, Leek, and Gruyere Quiche

This spring brunch dish is made richer with Gruyere, an aged Swiss cheese with a nutty flavor that tastes great with eggs. Meanwhile asparagus adds a springtime element to the dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Perfect Popovers

By adding cheese (such as Parmesan), sugar, or spices to the batter, popovers can be suited to any occasion. For ease of use, a popover pan with a nonstick coating is the ideal baking vessel for popovers,...

Author: Martha Stewart

Basic Vinaigrette

Try basic vinaigrette on mixed greens, steamed or boiled vegetables, such as greens beans, asparagus, broccoli, or potatoes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Strawberry Napoleons

Tangy creme fraiche and fragrant vanilla bean perk up the whipped cream sandwiched between layers of puff pastry and strawberries in this towering summer dessert.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chicken and Dumplings

This comfort-food recipe combines chicken thighs, plump dumplings, and plenty of vegetables for a meal that's warm and filling. Everything is ready in about an hour, so try them for a weekend meal.

Author: Martha Stewart

Potato Croquettes

Crunchy potato croquettes, a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes, flatter any meal.

Author: Martha Stewart

Stuffed Cabbage

Stuffed cabbage is not only filling, but it's also simple to prepare. Our hearty stuffed cabbage recipe calls for meat, veggies, and more. Serve stuffed cabbage with hot tomato sauce and sour cream for...

Author: Martha Stewart

Spiced Nuts

A perfect spicy snack for the holidays.

Author: Martha Stewart

Easy Roasted Chicken Thighs

This oven-roasted chicken recipe showcases juicy, flavorful thighs with a lemony sauce that makes itself in the pan. It's the ideal weeknight dinner for busy families, especially when served with simple...

Author: Martha Stewart

Asparagus Casserole

Take this traditional southern side dish to the next level with smoky bacon, creamy bechamel, and sharp gruyere.

Author: Martha Stewart

Beef Stew

You can make this beef stew in the oven or a slow cooker. Either way, in two simple steps, you will have a warming, wholesome, and wonderfully flavorful meal.

Author: Martha Stewart

Creamy Celery Soup

This simple, satiny soup is rich and delicious.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pan Seared Steak

With the right steak, a good cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, your kitchen can be the best steakhouse in town.

Author: Martha Stewart

Classic Coleslaw with Creamy Dressing

This tangle of cabbage and carrot is dressed with a balance of tangy mustard, mayonnaise, and creamy sour cream to create the standard slaw.

Author: Martha Stewart

Potato Gratin

In this classic gratin, thinly sliced potatoes soak up all the goodness of a milk-and-cream mixture that has been spiked with nutmeg. A sprinkling of grated Gruyere cheese on top becomes gooey in the oven....

Author: Martha Stewart

Shrimp, Tomato, and Basil Pasta

The summery flavors of cherry tomatoes and fresh basil pair perfectly with sautéed shrimp in this light pasta dish.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pate a Choux

Use this pate a choux recipe to make mouthwatering pastries such as profiteroles, cream puffs, and eclairs.

Author: Martha Stewart

Easy Cream of Asparagus Soup

Add a slice of toast topped with melted cheese to this cream of asparagus soup, and you have lunch or a light dinner.

Author: Martha Stewart

Crumb Topping

Prep now and enjoy wonderful pies all summer by making this topping ahead and keeping it in the freezer.

Author: Martha Stewart

Easy Shrimp and Tomatoes

This is a quick and flavorful one-pan dish blending shrimp, parsley, lemon juice, and tomatoes. Red pepper flakes give this family-friendly weeknight dinner a kick.

Author: Martha Stewart

Key Lime Pie

You don't need to travel to the southernmost point of Florida to enjoy a slice of this tart pie. Learn how to make your own key lime pie at home, complete with a graham cracker crust, with this master...

Author: Martha Stewart

Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce

Capture the pure taste of summer with this pasta. The secret: using raw, fresh tomatoes that have never seen the inside of a refrigerator for the tomato sauce. Recipe copyright 2012 by Eugenia Bone.

Author: Martha Stewart

Classic French Toast

Any dense bread such as challah, brioche, or sourdough will work for this simple French toast recipe.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chicken Fricassee (Fricassee de Poulet a L'Ancienne)

Also see our step-by-step photo tutorial for making Chicken Fricassee. A fricassee is halfway between a saute and a stew. A true classic -- with as many variations as there are grandmothers in France --...

Author: Martha Stewart

Apricot Dijon Glazed Chicken

Apricot jam, honey, and Dijon mustard give these chicken thighs a sweet and tangy flavor, a fast weeknight dinner the family will love.

Author: Martha Stewart