Benny Blanco's Famous "Please Marry Me Martha Stewart" Latkes
Benny Blanco, known for his chart-topping hits like "Teenage Dream" and "Diamonds," has also made a name for himself in the culinary world. He's shared recipes on TikTok, including his version of SZA's banana pudding and girlfriend Selena Gomez's favorite fried pickles. Blanco even hosted a cooking show on YouTube titled "Eat Out America." Now, he's added cookbook author to his resume with "Open Wide: A Cookbook for Friends," co-written with Jess Damuck. One standout from the cookbook is Blanco's "'please marry me Martha Stewart' latkes," inspired by his "secret crush" on Stewart, whom Damuck has worked with extensively. The recipe calls for russet potatoes and white onions, grated and soaked in ice water to remove excess starch. After straining, the mixture is seasoned with salt, pepper, eggs, and potato starch. Formed into patties and fried in a blend of beef tallow and canola oil, Blanco promises