American Recipes

Foolproof Pan Pizza

This cast iron pizza recipe is the easiest method for making a crisp-crusted, airy, chewy pan pizza at home.

New Orleans–Style Red Beans and Rice

Red beans and rice are good right away, but they're even better the next day.

New York-Style Pizza Sauce

No need to go in search of a slice joint, you can make a New York-style pizza at home any time you want, starting with this perfectly calibrated recipe for the sauce.

3-Ingredient Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

So easy, it's practically done before you start.

Ultra-Smashed Cheeseburgers

Maximum crust and maximum flavor.

Kimchi-Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich

Kimchi brine both tenderizes and seasons the chicken in these killer fried chicken sandwiches.

The Food Lab's Ultra-Gooey Stovetop Mac and Cheese

Just as fast as the blue box, but way, way better.

BraveTart: Quick and Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies

A fast and easy recipe for old-school chocolate chip cookies.

Hasselback Potato Gratin

The ultimate creamy-in-the-middle, crispy-on-top casserole.

The Best Chili Ever

This chili brings together a rich, complex chili flavor; a robust beefy character; and creamy, tender beans that stay intact.

Cajun Gumbo With Chicken and Andouille Sausage

Thick, hearty, loaded with flavor, and entirely customizable.

Low-and-Slow Pulled Pork (Smoked Pork Shoulder)

Silky and tender threads of smoked pork, studded with crunchy bits of bark.

Tate's-Style Thin and Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Use a food processor to make ultra-thin chocolate chip cookies that are delicate and crisp.

Corned Beef Brisket, Potatoes, Cabbage, and Carrots for St. Patrick's Day

All you need to know to make a Saint Patrick's Day feast.

Diner-Style Ham and Cheese Omelette for Two

Fluffy, tender, and hearty.

Mocha Mascarpone Icebox Cake

Layers of crispy cookies and bittersweet mocha whipped cream—what's not to love?

Epic New York Cheesecake From BraveTart

A modern approach to one of America's most iconic desserts.

Thick and Fluffy Pancakes From Homemade Pancake Mix

DIY pancake mix for the fastest, easiest breakfast in town.

White Cake With Brown Butter and Toasted Sugar

Brown butter and toasted sugar take this classic vanilla cake to the next level.

The Food Lab's All-American Meatloaf

Sous Vide Buffalo Chicken Wings

Buffalo wings that are spicy-hot on the outside and supremely tender and juicy within.

Pressure Cooker American Beef Stew

The pressure cooker makes beef stew that's short on time, but long on flavor.

Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese Casserole With Cheddar and Gruyère

Cheesy, gooey, crisp-crusted, and satisfying.

Flour Frosting (a.k.a. Ermine Frosting)

A thick and creamy, whipped cream–like frosting made with neither eggs nor powdered sugar.