Beverages

Since moving to Stockholm to join my Swedish husband, I'm learning to base my cooking on ingredients that are plentiful here. It seems that pork is more popular--and more readily available--than chicken (my usual standby) so I developed:

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This thick and comforting dish is delicious sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

For a different take on onion soup, a traditional beef-broth base is here spiked with beer and fortified with garlic. Rye-bread croutons top this simple soup, which, with the addition of a salad, makes a fine fall supper.

Honey, brandy and spices enhance purchased marmalade for an easy-to-make gift.

Laurent Gras, the chef at New York City's Peacock Alley restaurant, says the mild flavor of the langoustine meat and the crunchy texture of the broccoli sprouts make a wonderful combination. Note: this recipe requires advanced skills, but if you're feeling adventurous, give it a shot.

A rich entrée that's even more satisfying served over noodles.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This cake, also called fraisier (French for "strawberry plant"), is usually made with almonds, but pistachios are used in this rendition. The delicate cake is layered with fresh strawberries and a mousselike white chocolate buttercream and then topped with marzipan.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe takes its cues from Spain's classic fried pork and from an Italian favorite - the combination of pork and fennel.