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Recipes worth the time investment
Bo Ssam
Cure it overnight. Roast it slow. Crust it with sugar.
45 min totalmediumGL MedHall of FameWeekend
Boeuf Bourguignon
Beef braised in wine until it can be eaten with a spoon.
4 hrs totalmediumGL LowTenderWeekend
Bolognese
Meat, milk, wine, time. NOT a tomato sauce.
4 hrs totalmediumGL LowItalianWeekend
Bolognese
Meat sauce stewed in milk. Tomatoes are an afterthought.
4 hrs totalmediumGL LowSlow CookerWeekend
Braised Lamb Shanks
Tough meat turned to butter by time and liquid.
3 hrs totalmediumGL LowTenderWeekend
Brioche — Enriched Bread
Indulge in the rich, buttery flavor and delicate texture of homemade brioche. This recipe guides you through the process of creating a truly exceptional bread.
4 hrs totalhardGL HighSpecial Occasion
Caneles — Bordeaux Cakes
Experience the magic of Bordeaux with these caramelized, custardy caneles. The beeswax-lined molds create a unique, unforgettable treat.
2 hrs totalhardGL HighSpecial Occasion
Chicken Biryani
A layered cake of rice and curry. Sealed shut to steam.
2 hrs totalmediumGL MedHall of FameWeekend
36-Hour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Dough that sleeps for 36 hours. Salt on top. Best in class.
36 hrs totalmediumGL HighCookiesWeekend
Croissants
27 layers of butter and dough. Zero compromise.
2h 33m totalmediumGL LowQuick
Dal Makhani — Black Lentils
Experience the magic of slow cooking with this Dal Makhani recipe. The overnight simmer unlocks a creamy, smoky richness that will transport you to the heart of Punjab.
8 hrs totaleasyGL MedComfort Anchor
French Onion Soup
Onions tortured into brown jam, topped with cheese lava.
2 hrs totalmediumGL LowImpressiveWeekend
Fried Chicken
Shattering crust, juicy meat, zero grease.
24 hrs totalmediumGL LowMake AheadWeekend
Hot Honey Melting Sweet Potatoes
Crisp edges, jammy centers, and sweet heat that makes you snack like a menace.
55 min totaleasyGL HighWeeknight HeroWeekend
Lièvre à la Royale
Spoon-tender game fit for a toothless King.
6 hrs totalhardGL LowMulti-Day
Ligurian Focaccia
Olive oil sponge cake. Salt brine is the secret ingredient.
18 hrs totalmediumGL HighHall of FamePro
No-Knead Bread
Time replaces labor. The easiest best bread you will ever bake.
19 hrs totaleasyGL HighBreadWeekend
Old-Fashioned Beef Stew
No wine, just beef, carrots, and potatoes. Brown the meat or don't bother.
3 hrs totalmediumGL HighComfort FoodWeekend
Pastrami
Brine for a week, smoke for a day, steam for an hour.
132h 2m totalmediumGL LowMake AheadWeekend
Peking Duck — Crispy Skin
Unlock the secrets to shatteringly crisp Peking Duck skin at home. A two-day process for restaurant-quality results.
24 hrs totalhardGL LowHoliday
Pho
Charred aromatics and crystal clear bone elixir.
6h 12m totalmediumGL LowComfort FoodWeekend
Ramen - Tonkotsu Style
Immerse yourself in the art of Tonkotsu Ramen: a rich, creamy broth and perfectly layered flavors, a true labor of love.
18 hrs totalhardGL HighSpecial Occasion
Risotto alla Milanese
Rice that flows like lava; saffron gold.
40 min totalmediumGL LowCreamyWeekend
Roberta's Pizza Dough
00 Flour, cold fridge, 3 days waiting. Best crust of your life.
48 hrs totalmediumGL HighPizzaPro
Sourdough Bread
A crackling crust and chewy crumb without turning your kitchen into a lab.
24 hrs totalmediumGL HighComfort AnchorWeekend
Sourdough Bread
Tamagotchi for adults: keeping a wild yeast colony alive.
14h 15m totalhardGL HighTechnique BuilderPro
Sourdough Starter
A living culture you can keep alive with a jar, flour, and routine.
10 min totalmediumGL HighEvergreen StapleWeekend
Turducken
Poultry Inception: A bird, inside a bird, inside a bird.
9 hrs totalhardGL LowHolidayWeekend
Zuni-Style Roast Chicken
Salt it 24 hours early. Small bird, high heat. The salad drinks the drippings.
24 hrs totalmediumGL LowWeeknight Hero