Saute

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A staple of German cuisine, potatoes were a vital part of the diet of heartland settlers.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This traditional, regional vegetable side dish is utterly simple and absolutely delicious. The addition of raisins and pine nuts is distinctively Catalan.

Based on a recipe from chef Angel García of Lúculo in Madrid, Spain.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Start with mugs of tomato soup, then serve a tossed green salad with these open-face sandwiches. To wrap up such a straightforward Rocky Mountain-style dinner, put out giant sugar cookies, a basket of pears and a bowl of candied almonds. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This delicious entrée takes just minutes, making it perfect for a quick weekday supper.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Cayenne and cumin also add flavor to this rich-tasting soup.

Also serve puréed winter squash and fettuccine tossed with sage and butter. For dessert, put out chilled grapes and a platter of anise biscotti with sweetened mascarpone cheese.