5 Ingredients or Fewer

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A great partner for some good Champagne. Brown sugar and black pepper make the almonds sweet and spicy.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

For a nice gift, simply decorate the jars with gold ribbon, and attach tags that include the rewarming instructions. Or pack a basket with a jar of this sauce, Chocolate-Almond Sauce , an ice cream scoop and four or six sundae goblets.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended preparation time.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Start preparing this at least a day ahead.

This simple and elegant starter is excellent with Sauvignon Blanc.

Pressing potatoes through a food mill or ricer gives them a fabulous texture. But they're just as delicious simply mashed.

Scrambled eggs are a nice idea to round out the main course for this side dish.