These black cupcakes, sometimes called black velvet cupcakes, get their dramatic color from black cocoa powder instead of relying on a bottle of black food coloring. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/black-…

This crustless asparagus quiche is light enough for spring but still rich enough to feel like actual brunch. Tender asparagus & shallots are sautéed first, then baked into a creamy egg and half-and-half custard with Swiss cheese and fresh chives. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/aspara…

This easy Sour Cream and Onion Dip is creamy, savory and made for a bag of crunchy potato chips. Homemade onion soup mix gives it loads of onion flavor, while a splash of Worcestershire sauce that adds depth ro the 3-ingredient party dip. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/french…

This duck a l’orange is all about contrast- rich duck with crisp skin, bright citrus, savory pan juices and a glossy orange sauce with enough vinegar to keep the whole thing from tasting like nothing but a simple marmalade glaze. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/crispy…

This version starts with fatty pork shoulder seasoned with toasted fennel, garlic, paprika, red wine and just enough heat, then gets ground and stuffed into natural casings for juicy sausage with that unmistakable snap. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/homema…

These homemade chocolate turtles are the perfect combination of buttery pecans, chewy caramel and rich chocolate in every bite. Full recipe: youtu.be/8MDMNJhMfrU

These crispy roasted baby potatoes have deeply golden edges and creamy, fluffy centers without boiling them first. A hot sheet pan, oven and a coating of cornstarch take basic roasted potatoes from perfectly fine to the best! RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/crispy…

This version cooks uncooked elbow macaroni right in the slow cooker, but waits to add the shredded cheese until the end! RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/creamy…

This easy New England Clam Chowder is creamy, cozy, briny, and loaded with tender clams, potatoes, smoky bacon, and just enough chef-y technique to make it taste like it came from a seaside restaurant in New England. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/easy-n…

This Manhattan Clam Chowder is briny, tomato-rich, loaded with tender clams, potatoes, and vegetables and finished with just enough chef-y flair to make it taste like it simmered all day. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/easy-m…

Black cupcakes use black cocoa for deep color and rich chocolate flavor- no food coloring required! RECIPE: youtu.be/IZ6hUAajpn0

Cajun aioli is the kind of sauce that makes fried shrimp, burgers, fries and sandwiches taste like somebody actually had a plan. It starts with creamy mayonnaise, then piles on seasonings for a sauce that is spicy, tangy and just smoky enough. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/cajun-…

These shrimp po’boys with Cajun aioli are all about contrast: hot crispy shrimp against cool lettuce, juicy tomatoes and tangy pickles, with a creamy, spicy sauce tucked into every corner of a buttery toasted roll. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/shrimp…

Spooky-cute and fast, these mummy hot dogs wrap classic franks in crescent-dough “bandages,” bake up golden, and get their personality from candy eyes! RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/mummy-…

Crispy on the outside, tender and flavorful inside, these Southern Salmon Croquettes are an old-fashioned comfort food that deserves a spot back on the dinner table. RECIPE: youtu.be/zFd3aE_FHjA

Maple walnut fudge is rich, buttery and just crumbly enough to remind you that this is old-fashioned candy. Real maple syrup gives it deep flavor while brown sugar adds caramel notes and walnuts balance all that sweetness with a little crunch. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/maple-…

There is nothing- and I mean nothing– like homemade vanilla custard when it’s done right: silky, glossy, and rich with real vanilla flavor! RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/vanill…

This classic stewed tomatoes recipe uses ripe tomatoes, onion, celery, garlic, a touch of sugar and simple seasoning. They are a dish in themselves but also a fantastic ingredient. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/homema…

Cream of asparagus soup is the soup of summer. This version starts by gently cooking fresh asparagus and sweet onion in butter, then blends them with white wine and broth until smooth. RECIPE: savoryexperiments.com/aspara…

Homemade seasoned salt takes just minutes to mix and gives fries, chicken, vegetables, burgers and more an instant flavor boost. Keep a jar in the pantry and you may never reach for the store-bought version again. RECIPE: youtu.be/Hr03YTRnAoI