Bon Appétit

A Sweet-sour peperonata (roasted peppers, garlic, and raisins) and a Sherry reduction balance the veal's richness.

The crispy, cookie-like crust is incredible with the soft soufflé filling.

Crushed peppermint candies make a festive, crunchy topping for these pretty cookies.

A hit of coffee and a blend of spices (cinnamon, cardamom, and two kinds of ginger) perk up this shortbread.

These pretty cookies are a cross between an almond horse shoe cookie and a Linzer cookie. Blackberry or apricot jam would also be delicious.

A fancy take on tiramisù: Layers of tender, espresso-infused cake, chocolate ganache, and espresso mousse.

This dessert is as easy as it is delicious—put it together in the morning and let it chill in the fridge until dinner time.

For some, Christmas dinner wouldn't be complete without beef. Here, a decadent prime rib roast is coated in mustard seeds and served with a tangy mustard sauce and sweet-sour onions. Serve with steamed baby carrots.

A whole side of salmon makes for a light, delicious—and impressive—main course.

Curry powders vary in flavor and heat; begin with two tablespoons and add more according to your taste.