Welsh Rarebit Bites

Beer-laced cheese spread on toasted bread makes for undeniable deliciousness. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Adzuki Bean Porridge (Zensai)

A Japanese dessert of adzuki beans and mochi. (By Adapted from EN Japanese Bistro)

Toasted Mochi in Seaweed (Norimaki Mochi)

Mochi sprinkled with soy sauce and wrapped in seaweed. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Toasted Mochi in Soybean Flour (Kinako Mochi)

Toasted mochi are rolled in a sweet, nutty coating for something between marshmallows and morning cereal. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Smoky Bloody Mary

Chipotle en adobo gives it a smoky edge. (By Kate Ramos)

Ozoni Soup

A soothing Japanese soup that takes center stage during New Year's. (By Adapted from EN Japanese Bistro)

Rosemary and Garlic Roasted Potatoes

Crunchy, crusty potatoes with a hint of herbs and garlic. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Chiles Rellenos Strata

Chiles, salsa, and sour cream combine in this custardy egg casserole. (By Kate Ramos)

Mochi Ice Cream

Like a Japanese ice cream sandwich, sweet mochi dough encases ice cream (By Kate Ramos and Aida Mollenkamp)

Extra-Spicy Bloody Maria

The Bloody Mary gone picante. (By Kate Ramos)

Mongolian Beef Kebabs with Chile Jam

Skewered meat doused in a nicely spicy sauce. (By Richard Crocker, Richard Crocker Catering, San Francisco)

Best Eggnog

A potent recipe for the holidays. (By Jonathan Hunt)

Sweet Potato Home-y Fries

Like home fries with smoky paprika. (By Kate Ramos)

Cannellini Bean Dip

This herb-tinged appetizer will convert bean-haters with each bite. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Flank Steak Salad with Arugula

Hearty yet healthy, this salad has black beans, black-eyed peas, red onions, and sweet bell peppers. (By Ray Lee)