My friend Kristy Weyhrich once gave me “The Best Recipe” cookbook from the editors of Cooks Illustrated. Nothing flashy, but I consider it to be the final word when I’m making chocolate chip cookies or looking to try a new technique for an old favorite.

I don’t yet own a waffle iron, but all that’s gotta change with this recipe! Who will talk to me about the pros and cons of the types of waffle irons? Those hearts sure are pretty.