And before you pooh-pooh boxed mixes, know that I asked six professional bakers and pastry chefs to name their favorite brand of boxed brownie mix, and they were quick to drop names. A great store ...

now a professional baker and recipe developer, and although I can bake brownies from scratch, I often prefer to use a mix I've doctored up. With a few swaps and additions, you can take a premade ...

As a professional baker, I think it's possible to make brownies from a boxed mix taste gourmet. Extracts, fun mix-ins, and a sprinkle of salt can elevate brownies. Use cream or milk instead of ...