Published by Union Square & Co. For the "GMA" audience, Traeger showcased two standout dishes: Leeky Mac & Cheese with Crispy Fried Onion Crumbs and Salted Malted Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Starchy pasta water and very finely grated cheese make emulsification happen ... Charred and bitter broccolini, crispy and creamy flash-fried white beans, luscious milky burrata, and bright ...

Roast for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through until crispy and golden. Add the remaining zest, thyme, and spinach leaves, then top with dollops of goat cheese. Finally, drizzle with truffle oil.

Alix Traeger is serving up comfort and keeping it real in her debut cookbook, reminding readers that mistakes in the kitchen and in life can lead to something unexpectedly delicious. For the "GMA" ...