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When we set out to create the best cutlets, we sought perfectly tender chicken that was flavorful and juicy -- not tasteless and dry -- with a crisp, breaded exterior that stayed put and didn't get soggy. After trying different methods, we found that a mix of panko and Pecorino Romano creates the salty, crunchy crust we crave, while dried spices in both the flour and breadcrumb mixtures ensure that our cutlets are never bland.

This simple baked salmon really hits all the right notes: tangy, sweet, savory, a little spicy and crunchy. Cooking a larger piece makes for a nice presentation. Topped with buttery golden breadcrumbs and parsley, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner yet fancy enough to serve to guests.

Try these Trisha Yearwood recipes straight from the Food Network star's kitchen for a taste of southern cooking! From mac and cheese to meatloaf, these comfort food favorites are as good as it gets.

This is a creamy and indulgent white baked ziti with a classic bechamel base but with the addition of nutty Parmesan. Cubed mozzarella is folded into the pasta before baking to reveal surprise reservoirs of melty cheese throughout. A bit of red pepper flakes adds the right touch of heat to balance everything out.

This turkey is extra juicy and gorgeously browned, thanks to the blanket of butter.

Most people turn on the Food Network to educate themselves about the culinary arts, watch their favorite competitive cooking shows, or simply to torture themselves watching people eat food they can’t have. The network makes itself out to be one of the most innocent channels on television, suitable viewing for all ages. While there’s no shortage of the expected scandals and drama on other channels, few would guess that the Food Network harbors some serious scandals of its own.

This class was previously shot at Nikki Scott’s home, but live moderators will be standing by to answer your questions. Mac and cheese is the comfort food we want to cozy up to right now. Follow along as Nikki shows us how to make her baked version that's a Southern Black staple for holidays and special occasions. She makes it ultra-rich with eggs and three cheeses. The dish emerges from the oven with a crispy, golden top while still gooey and custardy inside.

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Chicken Parmesan should have, well, Parmesan. So we not only topped ours with it, we added it to the crust for even more flavor and texture. For the coating, we prefer to start with plain breadcrumbs and enhance them with our favorite flavors. And our very simple, classic Italian-American tomato sauce has a bright and tomato-y flavor that cuts through the richness of the chicken and pasta.