Many popular candies are new takes on historical treats, as is the case with Boston Baked Beans. This is the classic Italian candy that inspired them.

Crackly sweet walnuts coated with sesame seeds are the best part of a classic Cantonese shrimp stir-fry. Those nuts are hard to make — they’re boiled, then deep-fried, then tossed in bubbling caramel.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Everyone knows that the best part of any coffee cake is the streusel topping! And this one just happens ...