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Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less, but requires additional unattended time.

Pumpkin and apricot are a winning combination in this cake; it's topped with a spiced cream cheese frosting. For decoration, place several dried apricots between sheets of plastic wrap, and using a rolling pin, roll to flatten. With scissors, cut out leaf shapes from the apricots, and arrange them on top of the cake.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

These cheese straws may be assembled and frozen ahead of time and then baked at the last minute, as described in the procedure. Alternatively, they can be put together and baked the day before serving and kept in an airtight container, though they will not be as crisp as just-baked cheese straws. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Low-fat milk is the base for the cream sauce in this homey main course.

This recipe originally accompanied Scallops and Spinach Fettucine with Red Bell Pepper Cream Sauce.

These easy-to-make flatbreads are a terrific treat for picnics and tailgate parties.

Rich and satisfying, this main course from L'Osteria del Forno in San Francisco is similar to cannelloni. At the restaurant, they serve the crepes in individual gratin dishes.

Frozen blueberries make these muffins a year-round treat. You can use blue cornmeal for this recipe, but of course, the yellow works just as well.

The creation of chef Monique Barbeau of Fullers at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel & Towers. Serve the terrine as an appetizer with toasted bread, or as a cheese course accompanied with a glass of Port.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Apples and apple cider lend a pleasant sweetness to this beautiful soup.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.