Bon Appétit
Flaky Bread
An unfloured surface provides some traction, so it's easy to roll the dough very thin.
Beef Tartare with Cherry Peppers
Firming the beef in the freezer makes it easier to cut.
Freekeh Salad with Chicken and Kale
If you can't find freekeh, use another whole grain, like spelt or rye berries.
Fried Chicken Biscuits
Fried chicken on a hot buttered biscuit—what's not to like?
Darkest Chocolate Cake With Red Wine Glaze
The plummy-berry notes of red wine are highlighted when mixed with chocolate and butter into a glaze that drips over the edges of this decadent dark chocolate cake.
Glazed Chocolate–Crème Fraîche Cookies
Otherwise known as the triple-threat chocolate cookie: melted, chopped, and drizzled. You're welcome.
Pies-N-Thighs Biscuits
To make ahead, freeze the cutout biscuits in plastic bags. Bake frozen, increasing cooking time to 45–55 minutes.
Salted Peanut Butter and Jelly Blondies
These are really peanut buttery and not too sweet, so the strawberry jam on top is a perfect complement.
Green Peanut Butter Smoothie
A vegan green smoothie with some depth: I love the subtle savory quality the kale adds to the classic PB–banana combo.
Spicy Spiked Hot Chocolate
The addition of an anise-flavored liqueur turns this hot cocoa into the liquid version of chocolate-covered licorice.
Peanut Butter–Sriracha Toast
The fresh herbs and scallion might seem strange, but they work. And the hot sauce? Makes anything better.
Sautéed Greens with Labneh and Pine Nuts
If you like Greek yogurt, you'll love labneh.
Caramel-Dipped Popovers with Chocolate Mousse
These savory popovers are made with cheddar cheese, which keeps the dessert from veering into overly sweet territory.
Spicy Beans with Wilted Greens
Two humble ingredients have big impact here: The Parmesan rind adds richness; the dried beans deliver creaminess.
Shaved Kohlrabi with Apple and Hazelnuts
A version of this salad has been on Estela's menu since its opening; Mattos has tried it with summer squash and apples in place of the kohlrabi. In any case, make sure not to cut your slices too thin—they need to stand up to the nuts and cheese.
Drop-Biscuit Pear and Dried Cherry Cobbler
Not a big baker? This dessert is for you. The simple topping can be made in one bowl and results in an airy, tender biscuit no matter your skill level.
Dark Chocolate Waffles
With a cocoa-infused batter and chopped chocolate stirred throughout, these indulgent waffles are just the thing to make any morning feel special.
Nacho Vidal
The spicy and perfectly tart shrub (flavored drinking vinegar) gives this pitcher-friendly cocktail a refreshing quality.
Dried Chile Salsa
This smoky, fiery concoction is inspired by Bar Amá's "Bus Driver" salsa.
Creamy Queso with Chorizo
In defense of Velveeta: Its texture is supreme.