Make Ahead

These truffles are particularly good when made with Valrhona "40% cacao" milk chocolate. We recommend tempering the chocolate used for coating them, as it will result in glossier, firmer shells.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Thyme adds a holiday touch to these light, buttery biscuits.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Just right for an elegant meal.

Root vegetables were often used to lend sweetness to eighteenth-century cakes and puddings. The carrot cake layers in this recipe are sandwiched with marmalade and iced with a cream cheese frosting.

A nice do-ahead starter for an elegant meal.

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

These can be prepared one week ahead.

Active time: 1 1/4 hr Start to finish: 2 1/4 hr

Because the beans need to be soaked overnight, start making this a day or two before you plan to serve it.