Breakfast (or dessert!) Prepare croissants: Cut split croissants in half using a serrated knife; reserve tops. Cut croissant bottoms into 1- to 2-inch pieces to yield about 8 cups. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Prissy Lee Montiel Arrange in an even layer in a buttered 13- x 9-inch (3-quart) baking dish. Pour about half of egg mixture over croissant pieces. Pour remaining egg mixture over top. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee...

Flaky, buttery croissants make for a special breakfast casserole. It can also be made ahead. Assemble the casserole and store it, unbaked, in the refrigerator overnight. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Torie Cox; Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck Hillegas Then, in the morning, all you have to do is pop it in the oven. Keep an eye on the casserole as it bakes. (about 15) day-old mini croissants Directions Cook ham: Coarsely chop ham....

Croissant breakfast sandwiches beat those dry English muffins any day. That’s because buttery croissants make the best breakfast sandwiches. There we said it. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Prissy Lee Montiel Heat-seekers can add a few dashes of hot sauce to take the sandwich to the next level, too. 12largeeggs 1/2cupwhole milk 1tsp.garlic powder 1/2tsp.black pepper 1/2tsp.kosher salt 2Tbsp.unsalted butter 6(3-oz. )croissants, split 6(1-oz. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Prissy Lee Montiel...

Step up your crudites platter with a seasonal spread. But this is no pre-made, grocery-aisle crudites platter. “The key is to include pops of color,” Jacobs says. Credit:Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Add cauliflower and sprouts for texture too. A simple dill-spiked dip pairs beautifully with the assortment of local produce. This will help keep everything fresh and crisp until it’s time to serve. Credit:Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle...

Bring everyone to the table with this crispy fish dish. Nothing can replaceFried Catfish, but these fish sticks come close. These are also easy to make gluten-free, without losing any crunch. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Try these withRemoulade, Comeback or Maui Mustard Saucefor a zingy variation. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside. Pat the fish dry with paper towels and place on a cutting board. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...

A glassy layer of caramelized sugar brings a creme brulee finish to cheesecake. What Is Creme Brulee? Thaw in the refrigerator overnight if frozen before bruleeing and serving. Credit: Micah A. Leal More Over-The-Top Cheesecake Recipes You’ll Love You just can’t go wrong with cheesecake. In a bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt. Add butter and stir until dry ingredients are equally hydrated. Add sour cream and beat to incorporate....

We’re here to prove you wrong. Brighten up dinnertime with this colorful, customizable meal. If your family lovesavocado, double-check you have enough to go around. Credit: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Torie Cox You’ll be floored by how much flavor fits into one bowl of thismeatless meal. Many grocery stores sell heat-and-serve frozen plantains too. Ingredients 2ripe plantains, peeled and diagonally sliced 12 inch thick (about 1 lb....

Crunchy, crispy, tangy, and hearty! This sandwich has all the classic Cubano flavors, with some subtle Southern sweetness to boot. It’s actually quite easy. Credit:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Learn how to make a Cuban sandwich at home. What Is a Cuban Sandwich? A classic Cuban sandwich, also called a Cubano, is a dressed-up ham-and-cheese sandwich. Pork marinade for Cuban sandwich mixed in a bowl with a whisk....

A simple cucumber and Vidalia onion salad that you’ll be craving all season long. AsVidalia onionscome back in season, we’re celebrating this sweet allium with a simple salad that always shines. These onions are so sweet that they are mild, even when used raw. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox (Just be sure to whisk the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely.) From there, simply chop the cucumber and onion and add it to the bowl with the dressing....

Cucumber salsa is proof you don’t need tomatoes for this great dip. Learn how to make cucumber salsa, and try it with tortilla chips or over grilled chicken. What’s So Great About Cucumber Salsa? Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely And try experimenting with different ingredients to vary the flavor profile ever-so-slightly. It also makes a fantastictaco topperby incorporating sweet, salt, and an added crunch. The flavors will meld together and make the dish taste even better after just a few hours....

When the temperatures warm up, cucumber sandwiches are a refreshing choice for lunches and parties. Keep scrolling for recipes for a Whipped Feta and Mint spread, as well as a Roasted Pepper Spread. Learn how to make cucumber sandwiches, and you’ll have lunches planner for the entire summer. Credit:Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Ingredients 1small(about 8 oz. Stir in dill and chives. Unroll towel; divide cucumber slices evenly among 4 bread slices....

Give your Southern brunch, cocktail, ortea partya touch of class with these delicate nibbles. A touch ofmayonnaisein the spread adds a creamy nuance your guests will appreciate. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox What Are Tea Sandwiches? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Simply toss the slices with salt, then roll up in a kitchen towel. Your cucumbers will be slightly softened and less slippery in the sandwich. The jot down of bread can also make a big difference....

A refreshing cucumber tomato salad is dressed with an herb-infused dressing that’s easy and simple to make. This simple cucumber and tomato salad is the ideal fresh side dish to serve atpicnics,barbecues, andpotlucks. Of course, salting helps reduce the chances of a watery salad, but some moisture is inevitable. Credit:Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley The herbs will oxidize, and the vegetables will become soft and watery....