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Though perfectly delicious on its own, this ice cream also makes a great accompaniment to spiced apple cake or caramelized apple crêpes. Active time: 25 min Start to finish: 12 hr

With a texture somewhere between ice cream and sorbet, this dessert has a slightly tangy flavor all its own.

This pizza's topping is inspired by the traditional Swedish casserole known as Jansson's Temptation. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Spread on a roast pork or turkey sandwich, or use as a dip for grilled shrimp or as a dressing for a fruit salad.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional sitting time.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Trenette is a ribbon pasta about 1/2 inch wide with 1 fluted edge. This recipe was created to accompany Trenette with Rabbit and Shiitake Mushroom Sauce .

Pomegranate seeds are a colorful, tangy garnish for this salad. The season for pomegranates comes to an end by mid-February, so plan ahead and buy one now (they keep for several weeks in the refrigerator). Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 20 min

These hors d'oeuvres should be served warm, so fry a couple of batches at a time as platters need replenishing.

Despite what you may think from looking at the ingredient list, this mousse is not overly rich—the consistency is actually quite delicate. Pair the mousse with a green salad, and you've got a terrific brunch or light supper. Active time: 40 min Start to finish: 2 1/2 hr

This recipe involves tempering, in which the chocolate is melted — and if necessary, cooled — to a temperature of just below body heat. Tempering chocolate helps to ensure that it will be glossy and stay firm at room temperature.