Ricotta Salata–Stuffed Figs with Port Reduction

A beautiful, addictive appetizer. (By Aida Mollenkamp and Amy Wisniewski)

Lime Pound Cake

Rich, buttery cake with a hint of citrus; satisfying any time of day. (By Kate Ramos)

Potato Salad with Peas and Mint

Pasta carbonara becomes potato salad. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

Buttermilk tarts up classic mashers. (By Regan Burns)

Roasted Beet and Chèvre Grilled Cheese

The famous salad duo gets warm and toasty. (By Kate Ramos)

Kiwi Cheesecake

This rich, creamy, New York-style cheesecake is great on its own or topped with honey-soaked kiwi. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Very Blueberry Muffins

These buttery muffins are packed with blueberries, then sprinkled with sugar for a crunchy, sweet top. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Apricot and Sweet Cherry Pandowdy

Shards of almond crust make it anything but dowdy. (By Kate Ramos)

Classic Mashed Potatoes

Just as they should be: creamy and buttery. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Kid-Friendly Fried Rice

Lighter than the real thing but still plenty tasty. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Heirloom Tomato–Basil Pasta with Olives and Feta

A fresh, simple pasta that requires minimum fuss but offers maximum flavor. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Cranberry "Spread"

Maple syrup, red pepper flakes, and candied orange zest make this holiday classic fun. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Charles Chocolates Bittersweet Chocolate Truffles

Impress your friends by making these chocolate treats. (By Chuck Siegel)

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Feta and Herbs

Mint, dill, and golden raisins dress up grilled peppers. (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)