Spinach and Weisswurst Quiche

Tasty for breakfast, lunch, or a late-night snack. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Fruit and Buttermilk Tartlets

Tiny, tangy, and sweet. (By Kate Ramos)

Meyer Lemon and Black Pepper Cookies

Icebox cookies for those with subtle, sophisticated taste. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Brandied Pear-Walnut Tart

Walnut, more walnut, and lots of pear. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Apple Tarts with Apple Ice

A marriage of sweet, tart, warm, and cold. (By Traci Des Jardins)

Shrimp, Lemon, and Herb Kamut Spaghetti

With a kick of heat from some red pepper flakes. (By Kate Ramos)

CHOW Veggie Burger

Our stab at the perfect formula. (By Regan Burns)

Mexican Chocolate Icebox Cookies

Mexican chocolate and cayenne lend exotic spice. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Campfire Trout with Herbs and Bacon

Grilled over an open fire. (By Regan Burns)

Pancetta and Pepper Pizza

Pancetta and rosemary dress up roasted bell peppers. (By Regan Burns)

Pasta Carbonara with Peas

Peas brighten up this rich dish. (By Regan Burns)

Fusilli with Parsley, Walnut, and Black Olive Pesto

Hearty whole-wheat pasta with a zing that comes from goat cheese. (By Regan Burns)

Smoked Duck Pizza with Hoisin

Duck combines with red onion and hoisin for a quick meal. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

CHOW Pancetta

Why buy pancetta when making it yourself is so easy and fun? (By Regan Burns)

Bistecca Fiorentina

An indoor version of the rustic Tuscan dish. (By Aida Mollenkamp)