Doughlike chocolate, often called chocolate plastique, makes cake decorations that are as beautiful to eat as they are to admire. The simple technique is the same for Dark Chocolate Plastique (page 134), but here the delicate ivory color allows you more opportunities for creating realistic, elegant flowers suitable for weddings and gifts. For a gift, I like to present the roses in a reusable box, such as a small jewelry box lined with plastic wrap, with the white chocolate roses inside. Import shops often sell ethnic boxes and are a great place to pick these up. Or, gently place the roses into a flower vase packed with truffles or cookies.
Put that half-full tub to use with recipes that go beyond the Italian American classics.
Like seared scallop piccata and chocolate Guinness cake.
A generous glug of stout gives this snackable loaf a malty depth.
This broiled hot honey salmon recipe results in sweet, spicy, glossy fish coated in a homemade hot honey glaze for an easy weeknight dinner or make-ahead lunch.
Keep this easy frittata recipe on hand for quick breakfasts, impressive brunches, and fridge clean-out meals.
Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.
This vegan chili skips the meat but keeps all of the smoky-savory flavors that make it so comforting: cocoa powder, beans, and all of the toppings.
This is the type of soup that, at first glance, might seem a little…unexciting. But you’re underestimating the power of mushrooms, which do the heavy lifting.