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Shaina Loew-Banayan

What Is the Poo Driver? A Cocktail With a Cult Following

Dreamed up for Cafe Mutton’s brunch menu, this drink is reason enough to buy prune juice.

Crispy Crepes With Dark Maple Syrup

Cooking crepes until crispy and golden in almost-burnt butter equals maximum nutty-toasty brown butter flavor.

Poo Driver Cocktail

What began as a prank is now a beloved brunch cocktail at Cafe Mutton in Hudson, NY. Who knew prune juice, lemon juice, vodka, and Fernet could be so delicious?

Fresh Fettuccine With Vegemite and Aged Cheddar

This easy 5-ingredient pasta uses Vegemite to achieve phenomenally rich and savory flavor, with plenty of aged cheddar along for the ride as well.

Orange Juice Muffins

These plush bakery-style orange muffins are inspired by a much-loved version from Costco.

Creamy Crab and Boursin Omelet

A luscious combination of creamy Boursin cheese and lump crab, cradled by tender omelet. A scattering of crunchy Ritz cracker crumbs seal the deal.