35 Easy but Impressive Recipes
Serve these next time you’re hosting a dinner party, out-of-town guests, or a big celebration—they’ll blow everyone away but won’t ask too much of you in the way of preparation.
Popovers 91
Brioche Pancakes 109
Dutch Baby 110
Bacon–Brown Sugar Waffles 112
Overnight Waffles 113
Chocolate–Peanut Butter Stuffed French Toast 120
Crêpes Suzette 122
Cake Doughnuts 128
Black and White Cookies 152
Tuiles (or Dessert Cups) 154
Pavlova 175
Molten Chocolate Cake 202
Dense Flourless Chocolate Cake 203
Death-by-Chocolate Torte 207
Chocolate-Hazelnut Torte 207
Olive Oil Cake 216
Pear Galette 268
Lemon Meringue Pie 278
Bananas Foster 304
Chocolate Mousse 330
Tiramisu 333
Chocolate Truffles 347
Cheese Straws 366
No-Knead Bread 404
Cinnamon Rolls 429
Bagels 441
Cream Puffs 451
Sugar Puffs 453
Gougères 453
Éclairs 456
Baklava 489
Pear Croustade 491
Cheese Quiche 518
Baked Brie 533