Cabbage

Serve this hearty meal with mustard, a side of mashed potatoes, and ice-cold dark German beer.

This light and refreshing slaw is best eaten the day it's made, chilled or at room temperature.

In Malaysian cuisine, at least one pickled dish (acar) is offered with every meal — it provides a bold flavor contrast to the other dishes. Our recipe isn't traditional, but it serves the same purpose.

Bubble and Squeak This British dish is said to have been named after the sounds that the potato and cabbage mixture makes as it fries.

Cooking the pork chops on the bone keeps the meat moist and juicy, while the addition of Gouda gives this dish the classic flavor of ham and cheese.

Use the grating disk of a food processor to grate the beets more easily.

Diane Semrad Anderson of Louisville, Kentucky, writes: "This is a peasant dish inspired by my Bohemian grandmother, who used her own homemade sausage in a similar creation. It is simple and delicious."

Malena Marie Beanik of Hollywood, California, writes: "Although I grew up in Philadelphia, I haven't lived there for years. But whenever I'm back in town I make it a point to spend some time in Manayunk, one of my favorite neighborhoods. During my last visit I ate at LeBus and had a fantastic chicken skewer appetizer."

This recipe sponsored by Black Swan Vineyards

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