Basic Savory Mochi (Age Mochi)

Glutinous rice cakes, called mochi, are used throughout Japanese cuisine. Try your hand at making your own with this straightforward recipe. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Mae West

Sexy and spicy, just like its namesake. (By Rob Chirico)

Basic Sweet Mochi (An Mochi)

Perfect for wrapping around ice cream. (By Kate Ramos and Aida Mollenkamp)

Hot Buttered Rum

A spicy, warming treat. (By Rob Chirico)

Bee's Kiss

A graceful drink with a romantic past. (By Rob Chirico)

Silk Stockings

Tequila, crème de cacao, and cream. (By Rob Chirico)

Diamond Dust (By Apocalypse )

Poached Fig, Walnut, and Blue Cheese Tart

A versatile tart appropriate as an hors d’oeuvre or a dessert. (By Adapted from Jose Garces)

Dukkah-Crusted Salmon

Nuts and spice coat baked salmon for a simple, healthy dish. (By Kate Ramos)

Cream Scones

The perfect accompaniment to afternoon tea. (By Kate Ramos)

Sour Cream–Banana Bread

Moist, banana-packed bread with the tang of sour cream that’s great sliced and eaten on its own or toasted for a morning snack. (By Adela Jung)

Green Bean Casserole Redux

We still crave it, so we decided to improve it. (By Kate Ramos)

Lime-Pineapple Scones

Cakey scones with a tropical kick. (By Kate Ramos)

Tiramisu Dip

All the flavor of the airy dessert but none of the hassle. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Honey Fritters with Blood Oranges

Airy fritters tinged with orange. (By Sara Dickerman)