Even if you suffer from FOF (fear of flour), the tips and techniques that leaven this book will soon get you thinking like a pastry chef.

This easy crust is kid-friendly to make and pairs well with any chilled, pudding-style filling or cheesecake. (registration required)

Butterscotch is not for the faint of sweet tooth, but if you love the rich flavor, you’ll flip for this pie. (registration required)

This soufflé delivers dark chocolate in an elegant party dress. (registration required)

This is the loaf you want on that gorgeous fall day when it’s too beautiful outdoors to fuss in the kitchen for long. (registration required)

Custard sauce is a smooth, velvety sauce, a great companion for desserts that benefit from a pool of cool creaminess. (registration required)

There are many versions of this American classic—this is a favorite, bursting with chunks of both semisweet and milk chocolate. (registration required)

There’s a lot to be said for a chef who spends half the year entertaining in a home kitchen: Fussy preparations go out the window.

David Tanis, executive chef of Chez Panisse and author of A Platter of Figs and Other Recipes, shows you how to make four simple first courses for easy entertaining....

Get a look inside the home of David Tanis, executive chef of Chez Panisse and author of A Platter of Figs and Other Recipes.