Snack

Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 1 hr (includes cooling)

Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 1 3/4 hr

These can be cut out the night before, refrigerated unbaked on a baking sheet, and then popped into the oven in the morning. They will be ready in just 20 minutes.

European-style butter pushes the already incredible crumbly richness of classic shortbread to a whole new level.

"The Harmony House Inn in New Bern, North Carolina, is a beautiful old place with a comfortable, homey atmosphere," says Mary Ann Callahan, Binghamton, NY. "The Kirkpatricks, who run the inn, serve consistently delicious breakfasts. I've tried several of the breads and rolls, and they're all great. But the best thing going is the Heath Bar coffee cake." This cake has a sweet, crunchy topping, and it's easy to prepare. Serve as a breakfast treat or snack.

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 20 min

Active time: 35 min Start to finish: 1 hr (includes cooling)

Tomates Rellenos Active time: 45 min Start to finish: 45 min Long before guacamole, tortilla chips, and Margaritas became a popular light dinner, guacamole was often served in tomatoes, and we were charmed by this presentation.

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 45 min

This jam is tasty on toast alone, or with some Manchego cheese. Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 2 1/4 hr

Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 40 min

Instead of the usual salty spiced nuts before dinner, these are served after dessert, with coffee.