Starter

Be sure to order an uncut wheel of Brie ahead of time from a cheese shop or specialty foods store. The entire wheel is baked with a flavorful chutney; any leftover chutney is great with curries or roasts.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

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

These can be served with the Veal, Mushroom and Red Wine Sauce or as a side dish for grilled meats.

Ask your butcher to cut the ham hocks.

Here's a light way with stuffed vegetables.

(Spicy Baked Chicken Wings)

The slight bitterness of the broccoli di rape contrasts pleasantly with the sweetness of the garlic. The pasta makes the soup more substantial.

This warm potato salad has a Mediterranean accent, thanks to mint, feta cheese and Kalamata olives.

A simple and sensational starter.

Be sure to accompany this with plenty of crusty bread to soak up the rich broth.