Roast

For this recipe we created a lemon-pepper seasoning that also tastes great on steak, fish, and vegetables such as broccoli or green beans.

Roasting the tomatoes concentrates their sweetness. What to drink: A dry Italian white, such as Pinot Grigio or Soave.

Present the turkey before carving it. I suggest garnishing it with fresh sage and kumquats.

These potatoes and the fish can be roasted at the same time, using the upper and lower thirds of the oven.

Accompany this well-seasoned main course with a creamy potato gratin and purchased caponata drizzled with fresh lemon juice; serve apple pie for dessert.

A pork tenderloin is too much meat for one person, but you'll be happy to have leftovers for the fried rice with pork and kale .

This recipe was created to accompany Spinach Salad with Chili Pepper Dressing Werk. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Nothing beats a good old-fashioned roast chicken with all the trimmings. Fresh herbs, crispy bacon, potatoes, sausages and a great gravy all add up to the kind of dish that creates nostalgia. Steamed baby carrots and sautéed shredded cabbage are proper accompaniments.

Active time: 50 min Start to finish: 1 1/2 hr