Citrus

Table salt works fine here, but teaming sea salt with fleur de sel adds a refined touch.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This tart will satisfy any chocolate lover. To make the chocolate curls, briefly microwave a 12-ounce block of bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened) until it's just slightly softened. Pull the blade of a heavy large knife across the surface to form curls.

Raisin-studded egg bread is nice for variety in this recipe. Soaking the bread in the batter a day ahead makes it even easier.

Replacing the cinnamon with cardamom in this easy applesauce is a great way to appreciate the taste of the bracing spice.

Roasting the garlic for the dressing sweetens it and softens its pungency. By the way, our interpretation of this salad did omit one traditional element—there is no raw egg in it, in keeping with modern health concerns.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe was created to accompany Chicken Sates with Peanut Dipping Sauce . Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

These scones are terrific with butter and honey or marmalade.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.