11.   The chiles have a crisp crust, while the filling remains creamy.

12.   The classic combination of crisp smoky bacon and sweet soft onions on a crisp crust topped with fromage blanc tasted no more like diet food than creme brulee does.

13.   The crisp crust softens.

14.   The oven, which produces a pie with a crisp chewy crust, is still the center of activity.

15.   The partially baked frozen turnover, on the other hand, had a nice crisp crust and did not release extra liquid.

16.   The searing gives you a crisp crust, and the roasting helps the fish cook through without drying out.

17.   The tart, really a potent little chocolate souffle, rests in a crisp crust of chocolate shortbread.

18.   The wood smoke adds its own irresistible flavor to the food, and the dry heat imparts a crisp crust and sears in the natural juices.

19.   Wherever it is served, deep-fried food should be totally greaseless, with a perfectly crisp crust and a tender and moist interior.