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Dairy Recipes

Dairy stars in these butter-based emulsions, creamy gratins, yogurt sauces, rich cheesecakes, and countless other sweet and savory dishes.

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Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres

Cheese Sauce for Cheese Fries and Nachos

An ooey gooey, creamy, tangy dip that's perfect for fries, nachos, and whatever else you want to bathe in "liquid gold."

J. Kenji López-Alt

3-Ingredient Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

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

J. Kenji López-Alt

Double Down on Tomato Flavor in This Rich and Creamy Vodka Sauce

A little nip of vodka makes this creamy tomato sauce a force to be reckoned with.

Daniel Gritzer

Sicilian Pizza With Pepperoni and Spicy Tomato Sauce

A spicy, cheesy, well-risen square pizza with crispy chalices of pepperoni.

J. Kenji López-Alt

Ultra-Smashed Cheeseburgers

Maximum crust and maximum flavor.

J. Kenji López-Alt

Breakfast and Brunch

Soufflé Omelette With Cheese

Beating the egg whites leads to lofty results.

Daniel Gritzer

Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres

Caprese Salad

All you need are the freshest ingredients to make a simple caprese salad&mdashbut resist the balsamic vinegar.

J. Kenji López-Alt

Savory Cheese Soufflé

This savory cheese soufflé is easy to make and practically foolproof—we promise, it will rise to lofty and flavorful heights.

Daniel Gritzer

Spaghetti With Carbonara Sauce

Pasta in a silky sauce of eggs, cheese, pork, and black pepper.

Daniel Gritzer

Creamy Sea Urchin (Uni) Pasta

A fresh and simple pasta in which uni (sea urchin) takes center stage.

J. Kenji López-Alt

Halloumi and Vegetable Skewers

Meet halloumi, your new favorite cheese.

Joshua Bousel

Corn and Zucchini Quesadillas

Lightly browned corn and zucchini mixed with melted cheese in a crispy, puffy, flaky crust.

J. Kenji López-Alt

Better Stovetop Butter Chicken

A butter chicken in every pot.

Sho Spaeth

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

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

J. Kenji López-Alt

Pressure Cooker Corn Risotto

Sweet corn and salty pecorino cheese come together in this simple no-stir pressure cooked risotto.

Sohla El-Waylly

Quick and Easy Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi

It's remarkably easy (and quick!) to make these light and tender gnocchi.

J. Kenji López-Alt

Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres

Korean-Style Fire Chicken (Buldak) With Cheese

Give chicken the spicy, chargrilled, cheesy life it deserves.

Sasha Marx

Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres

Whipped Feta Dip

Go from crumbly to smooth and spreadable in no time.

Daniel Gritzer

Epic New York Cheesecake From BraveTart

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

Stella Parks

Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres

Eggplant Tart With Goat Cheese, Honey, and Nigella

Buttery puff pastry bakes up into a golden crust for eggplant, honey, and cheese.

Sohla El-Waylly

Pasta al Limone

Bright and fragrant citrus finds its way into this comforting bowl of spaghetti.

Daniel Gritzer

Italian-Style Eggplant Parmesan (Melanzane alla Parmigiana)

A lighter eggplant Parmesan that makes the most of seasonal produce.

Daniel Gritzer

Breakfast and Brunch

Chilaquiles Verdes With Fried Eggs

Crisp tortillas tossed in sauce and topped with cheese and eggs.

J. Kenji López-Alt

Fresh Mozzarella From Scratch Recipe

How to make your own milky, tender, and mild fresh mozzarella, perfect for savoring on its own.

Niki Achitoff-Gray

The Fully Loaded Iceberg Wedge Salad

This classic salad is a celebration of rich, cooling flavors and a diversity of textures.

Daniel Gritzer

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How-Tos

The Real Secret to Soufflé: It's Easy

Soufflés have a reputation for being difficult. They're anything but.

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Why Buttermilk Substitutes Are a Bum Deal

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For Smooth, Stable Cheese Sauces, Use Cornstarch and Evaporated Milk

Smooth and unbroken cheese dips, every time.

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Condiments and Sauces

White Sauce Can't Clump: How to Make Smooth, Silky Béchamel

A step-by-step guide to making the classic white sauce.

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Cheese Expert's Picks: 10 Essential Sheep Milk Cheeses to Know and Love

[email protected] isn't sheepish about these essential sheep milk cheeses

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10 cheeses that'll turn you into a serious cheese nerd

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6 Great Condiments to Complete Your Cheese Plate

6 great condiments to make your cheese plate shine

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The Art of the Perfect Grilled Cheese

There's grilled cheese, and then there's grilled cheese. Let us show you the difference.

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How to Make the Ultimate Thanksgiving Cheese Plate

Everything you need to make the perfect Thanksgiving cheese plate

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Cheese 101: The Unified Theory of Pairing Cured Meat and Cheese

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Cheese 101: Hard Facts About Hard Cheese

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Cheese 101: The Stinky World of Washed Rind Cheese

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Serious Cheese: How to Make a Fancy-Looking Cheese Plate on a Budget

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The Serious Eats Cheese and Wine Pairing Cheat Sheet

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How to Host A Beer and Cheese Tasting Party

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Products

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Taste Test: The Best Supermarket Greek Yogurt

We tested nine popular brands of Greek yogurt and found three winners that stood out from the rest.

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Beyond Chevre: 10 Essential Goat Milk Cheeses to Know and Love

These cheeses never get our goat

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Love cheese? Then you should know these essential cheeses.

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Culture

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Eight delicious variations on homemade whipped cream. Take that, nonexistent "national shortage"!

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