Leafy Greens

The ultimate Danish holiday dish from chef Torben Jensen of Gråbrødre Torv 21 restaurant.

This recipe makes more dressing than you'll need. The remainder makes a great everyday dressing for any type of green salad, or a delicious dip for chicken wings or raw vegetables.

This unusual Iranian stew is served hot at the table from the casserole in which it has been cooked. The lid is lifted, and the delicious aromas of rich tender lamb, fresh herbs, spinach and beans fill the room. Serve with rice or orzo.

This satisfying entrée goes well with a mixed green salad with cherry tomatoes and a balsamic vinaigrette. It would also be nice alongside sea bass.

Tofu is the base of the dressing in this recipe. A sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds adds to the flavor of this nice dish.

Simple and delicious, with great curry flavor.

If you're from the South, you're probably used to collards cooked long and slow. What makes this simple, flavorful Brazilian dish unusual are greens that are finely sliced and barely cooked. Active time: 25 min Start to finish: 25 min

This spinach is not only terrific in the shepherd's pie but makes a delicious side dish for many other meals. Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 30 min

Our food editors agree that this is one of the best-tasting and most elegant shepherd's pies they've ever had. The recipe is not as complicated as it appears at first glance—the different components all come together to make a complete meal in a single dish. The potatoes are stiffer than the average mash because they will be forming the crust for the pie.

Gorgonzola cheese adds great flavor to this southwestern winter salad.

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.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

For a nice variation, try making this one with Napa cabbage. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.