Winter

(Chicken with Preserved Lemons and Olives)

Serve these with a couple of tall, cold beers.

Looks pretty and tastes great. If you can find fresh raspberries at this time of year, layer them with the other fruits.

This recipe is an accompaniment for Pappardelle Bolognese .

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

We've added a topping of walnuts, hazelnuts and almonds to a southern favorite.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Duck, turkey or dark chicken meat can substitute for the goose with equally delicious results. Fine accompaniments are a green salad with Roquefort vinaigrette and hot crusty bread. For a quick and sophisticated dessert, add a bit of red wine and ground cinnamon to canned pears with their syrup.

If you're preparing this dish as a part of your Thanksgiving meal, put this gratin in the oven once the turkey comes out.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Serve with: Polenta and an arugula salad. Dessert: Purchased apple tart.

Julia Shure of Albany, California, writes: "This comforting soup has both cream cheese and cheddar, which give it a rich, smooth texture. While it makes an elegant first course, the soup can also be a satisfying meal partnered with a simple salad and some crusty bread."

This soup is from Russia and Poland.