Baking

An impressive but easy dessert that's like a custard with fruit baked in it. In the summertime, make it with fresh peaches or plums instead of the pears.

(Russian Potato-and-Cabbage Turnovers)

The texture of these spicy offerings varies according to baking time. Underbake them if you are partial to a chewy cookie; give them an extra minute or two in the oven if a crisp cookie is desired.

Molasses adds richness to this cake. It has a down-home style that's just right for a more casual turkey dinner.

The delicious macadamia nut crust is an innovative twist on a favorite dessert.

At the Markham in New York, this cake is served with toasted almond ice cream.

Here asparagus stars in a first-course tart accented with tarragon and Parmesan Cheese.

Mayonnaise is the surprise ingredient in these cookies.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Fast-rising makes these moist, fragrant breads quick to prepare. Serve them warm, accompanied with butter or with olive oil for dipping.