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  One-Ingredient Banana Ice Cream Time: 6 hours 10 minutes This ridiculously simple "ice cream" is the kind of dessert that will appeal to everyone at the table, including vegans, lactose-intolerant people, followers of the paleo diet, and picky kids. Four frozen bananas can be thrown into a blender and given a thorough whirl. Eat it straight away if you prefer a soft-serve consistency (adding a few tablespoons of milk wouldn't hurt, but it's not required). If you want scoops that are more in line with tradition, freeze it in an airtight container and distribute as you would Ben & Jerry's. Think of including a spoonful of honey, Nutella, peanut butter, or chocolate chips; a handful of chocolate chips or almonds; or a half teaspoon of ground cinnamon, ginger, or cardamom. INGREDIENTS Yield : Four servings 4 ripe bananas PREPARATION Step 1 Peel the bananas, cut them in 2- to 3-inch chunks and place them in a freezer bag in the freezer for at least 6 hours. Remov...

Magnolia Bakery’s Banana Pudding Time: 30 minutes, plus at least 5 hours’ chilling For many people, the famous New York bakery Magnolia Bakery's banana pudding is even more recognizable than the shop's well-known cupcakes. This dessert is both a crowd favourite and simple to make. It is airy, creamy, and deliciously reminds of childhood boxed treats (thanks to quick vanilla pudding mix). You will have enough cookies to utilize two per layer if you make 12 smaller servings as opposed to one giant one. Make simply two layers and use three biscuits per layer if you prefer greater coverage.  INGREDIENTS Yield: 12 to 16 servings 1(14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1½cups ice-cold water 1(3.4-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix 3cups cold heavy cream 1(11-ounce) box vanilla wafer cookies (such as Nilla) 4 to 5ripe bananas, sliced. PREPARATION Step 1 In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the condensed milk and water on low speed until blended,...

Greek Chicken With Cucumber-Feta Salad TIME : 30 Minutes  With chicken souvlaki, Greek salad, and tzatziki, this dinner has the flavors of a Greek combination plate but is simplified for the home cook. Boneless chicken thighs are covered with herby, garlicky yogurt before being seared until the insides are soft and the outsides are crusty and caramelized. To make tomatoes and cucumbers taste their most vibrant, extra yogurt is added after they have had time to drain with salt. Feel free to add other components of Greek salad or tzatziki, such as romaine lettuce, bell peppers, mint or dill, toasted walnuts or thinly sliced red onion, in addition to feta and olives, which lend saline bits to the creamy, crunchy salad. Eat with toasted pita or lemon potatoes. INGREDIENTS Yield: 4 servings 1½cups plain Greek yogurt 3garlic cloves, finely grated Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) Black pepper 1teaspoon dried oregano or mint 2pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, patted dry 1½pounds cucum...

  Smash Burgers TIME :20 minutes  This is the typical griddled hamburger found in restaurants and fast food joints. Its edges have been grilled to a crispness. Instead of using a grill, it is better to cook in a large, cast-iron pan that has been greased with fat or oil. For beef, you can either grind your own or ask a butcher for coarse-ground chuck steak that has at least 20% fat content. Use an ice-cream scoop or spoon to handle it instead of your fingers, and store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to cook. A few ounces should be dropped into the pan, mashed with a spatula, salt it, and then turned over when it has become crisp. Then toast your bun and add cheese. The procedure proceeds swiftly. INGREDIENTS Yield: 4 to 8 servings ½teaspoon neutral oil, like canola, or a pat of unsalted butter 2pounds ground chuck, at least 20 percent fat Kosher salt and black pepper to taste 8slices cheese (optional) 8soft hamburger buns, lightly toasted Lettuce leaves, sliced toma...

 The $250 Cookie  Secret Recipe TIME: 45 Minutes  Most people have heard the tale of the Dallas woman who, while eating lunch at the Neiman Marcus Cafe, was so enamored with the chocolate chip cookies that she inquired about the recipe. It was hers for "only two fifty," the waitress claimed. But when the credit card bill came, the woman was surprised to see that it was close to $300. The recipe ended up costing $250, according to the tale. After years of living with the misconception, Neiman Marcus created a recipe in 1997 and distributed it without charge. With ground oatmeal, almonds, and extra chocolate from a grated Hershey bar (you can use any brand you choose), it's a delectable twist on chocolate chip cookies. INGREDIENTS Yield: About 55 cookies 1cup butter 1cup dark brown sugar, packed 1cup granulated sugar 2eggs 1teaspoon vanilla 2½cups oatmeal 2cups flour ½teaspoon salt 1teaspoon baking soda 1teaspoon baking powder 12ounces chocolate chips 14-ounce milk chocolat...