Smitten Kitchen

"Less heavy. Absolutely crunchy. Crumbs never fall off in soft-sided chunks," Deb explains in her recipe.

I couldn't stop going back for more.

Deb Perelman's smart tricks make this egg salad special.

Here's how to pick the best one for you.

It boasts crispy edges and a super-cheesy top.

It's missing a key ingredient.

It gives it a rich, intensely savory flavor.

A sprinkle of Parmesan really seals the deal.

After spending an entire day baking, I finally found the absolute best birthday cake recipe.

I've never experienced frosting like this.

I would happily make it again without changing a thing.

Just another day in my search for the perfect stuffing.

I can't believe I didn't think of it sooner.

Of all the ways to make potatoes, these are my very favorite.

I could happily eat it every single day.

My search for the perfect zucchini bread recipe is finally over.

You'll use the whole lemon, pith included.

They're as easy as it gets — which may also be their downfall.

Finding the best banana bread wasn't quite as easy as we thought.

I'm not going to lie — I really expected this pie to be the winner of our showdown.

It makes all the difference.