Brunch

You can prepare this brightly colored dip up to two days ahead.

This quiche also makes a simple and delicious dinner served with a mixed green salad and some crusty bread.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

From Figtree's Cafe in Venice, California.

This frittata-like preparation, called maakouda, can be made with meat, chicken, fish or vegetables. Served hot or cold, it is a standard Tunisian hors d'oeuvre, but is also great for brunch, lunch or supper. The eggplant is broiled, not fried, so it does not absorb a lot of oil.

If you're short on time, you can skip the white chocolate decoration.

Corsica's finest dishes feature fresh seafood. Here's an uncomplicated and delicious example.

Christmas cookie baking starts Thanksgiving weekend for one food editor. Together with her mother, she makes family favorites like the buttery balls below.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. The mushroom caps are the pizza "crusts." Chopped pepperoni, onions, olives or bell peppers also make great toppings.

Some like their scrambled eggs moist and some like them rather dry. The longer they cook, the drier they become. Either way, use low heat so the texture remains soft and creamy.