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You'll find this tenderloin a wonderful change of pace—since it's not seared before cooking, the tenderness extends all the way through the crust (and it's less work for the cook). A woodsy suggestion of rosemary on the meat's surface is underlined by the lusciously savory, almost jammy tomato confit.

Shrimp cocktail meets everyone's favorite Sunday-morning drink. In other words, this is a vodka-infused shrimp cocktail in a spoon.

It looks like a Japanese roll—but it's not! Green beans stand in for the traditional scallion; thin slices of prosciutto replace beef.

This soup, served hot in a shot glass, is wonderfully warming, and the spicy heat from the chiles will wake up your taste buds. It's a great way to kick-start some festive conversation.

Editor's note: The recipe and introductory text below are from 1080 Recipes by Simone and Inés Ortega. Empanada Gallega

This sweet and savory stuffing can be made two weeks ahead and frozen. Defrost it in the refrigerator the night before Thanksgiving.

This old-fashioned winter dish is the soup equivalent of a hot toddy. Use a wide pot so the dumplings don't stick together.

Though traditionalists may insist that making cassoulet is an all-day affair, this hearty version-cooked with country-style spareribs, the meaty ones located closest to the pork shoulder-can be made in under 3 hours.

Papaya brings a fresh twist to the traditional tomato salsa.

Chilies, lime juice and mint enhance the flavor of our Thai Summer Rolls .

A diced confetti-style hash is a great way to use leftover meat and vegetables.

Broiling the tomatoes adds rich flavor to the sandwich. This recipe can easily be cut in half. For convenience, use your favorite tomato sauce.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: With roast chicken or pork, or spoon atop goat-cheese crostini.

This pretty side dish (the onions open up like flowers) would be great alongside steak or roast chicken.

This needs a long, lazy roasting, so enjoy the aromas as you get ready for the party.

An easy version of the classic.

Served with a green salad, this would be a great quick supper.

This new way with latkes is a delicious main course for brunch, too.

Classic Italian stock vegetables enhance this amber-gold broth for an unbeatable gravy that really complements the turkey.