Hugs and Kisses

January 24, 2012

Ingredients

These cupcakes look particularly charming when arranged in an alternating pattern. Using an offset spatula, spread cupcakes with a smooth layer of Swiss meringue buttercream (page 304). Press small cinnamon red-hot candies (you’ll need about 3/4 cup) into the frosting to form Xs, Os, and heart shapes. Frosted cupcakes can be refrigerated up to 3 days in airtight containers; bring to room temperature and adorn with candies just before serving.

Martha Stewart's Cupcakes

Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.

Keep this easy frittata recipe on hand for quick breakfasts, impressive brunches, and fridge clean-out meals.

This one-pot dinner cooks chicken thighs directly on top of a bed of flavorful cilantro rice studded with black beans for a complete dinner.

Put that half-full tub to use with recipes that go beyond the Italian American classics.

Like Sri Lankan cashew curry and vegan stuffed shells.

Glossy, intensely chocolaty, and spiked with coffee and sour cream, this Bundt is the ultimate all-purpose dessert.

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Use this simple vinaigrette to dress a plate of greens, some steamed potatoes, or anything else that strikes your fancy.