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Input: Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Tropical FruitOutput: ['2 tablespoons water', '2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin', '1 cup whipping cream', '7 tablespoons sugar', '2 cups reduced fat buttermilk (2%)', '3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract', '2 cups 1/2-inch cubes peeled assorted tropical fruits (such as mango', 'papaya', 'and kiwi)']

Input: Antipasto Salad SandwichesOutput: ['1/2 pound thinly sliced Italian salami (such as Genoa), cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips', '1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/3-inch cubes', '3/4 cup finely chopped celery', '1/4 cup finely chopped pitted Kalamata olives or other brine-cured black olives', '1/2 cup mayonnaise', '1/3 cup chopped roasted red peppers from jar', '1 18-inch-long French-bread baguette', '2 cups thinly sliced radicchio (from 1 large head)']

Input: Clams With Oregano and Bread Crumbs (Vongole Origanate)Output: ['24 medium littleneck clams, scrubbed', '3 cups kosher salt', '4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling', '1 medium red onion, cut into 1/8-inch dice', '4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced', '1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/8-inch dice', '1 cup fresh bread crumbs', 'Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper', '2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano']

Input: Sweet Potato PieOutput: ['1 1/3 cups all purpose flour', '1 tablespoon sugar', '1/2 teaspoon salt', '6 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter, cut into small pieces', '2 tablespoons chilled solid vegetable shortening, cut into small pieces', '3 tablespoons (or more) ice water', '2 large red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams; 13/4 pounds)', '1 cup (packed) golden brown sugar', '1 cup whipping cream', '3 large eggs', '1 teaspoon vanilla extract', '3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon', '1/4 teaspoon ground mace', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1 large egg white', 'beaten to blend']

Input: Lemon Meringue PieOutput: ['1 recipe Pastry Dough for a single-crust 9- to 10-inch pie', 'raw rice or pie weights for weighting shell', '1 cup sugar', '5 tablespoons cornstarch', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1 cup water', '1/2 cup milk', '4 large egg yolks', '1 tablespoon unsalted butter', '1/2 cup fresh lemon juice', '2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest', '4 large egg whites', '1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar', '1/2 cup sugar']

Input: White Soda BreadOutput: ['3 1/2 cups all purpose flour', '2 tablespoons caraway seeds (optional)', '1 teaspoon baking-soda', '3/4 teaspoon salt', '1 1/2 cups (about) buttermilk']

Input: Pumpkin PieOutput: ['Pastry dough', '15-oz can canned solid-pack pumpkin (about 2 cups)', '1 cup heavy cream', '1/2 cup whole milk', '2 large eggs', '3/4 cup packed light brown sugar', '1 teaspoon ground cinnamon', '1 teaspoon ground ginger', 'Pinch of ground cloves', '1/4 teaspoon salt', 'Accompaniment: lightly whipped cream', 'pie weights or raw rice']

Input: Spiced Apple PieOutput: ['2 1/2 cups all purpose flour', '1 tablespoon sugar', '1 teaspoon salt', '1/4 teaspoon mace', '1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into small pieces', '1/2 cup chilled solid vegetable shortening, cut into small pieces', '5 tablespoons (about) ice water', '3 pounds tart green apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices', '1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar', '1/2 cup packed golden brown sugar', '1/4 cup all purpose flour', '1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice', '1 teaspoon ground cinnamon', '1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg', '1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel', '1/4 teaspoon ground mace', '1/4 teaspoon ground cloves', '1/4 teaspoon ground allspice', '1 teaspoon milk']

Input: Apple and Dried Cranberry PieOutput: ['2 1/2 cups all purpose flour', '1 tablespoon sugar', '1 teaspoon salt', '1 cup (2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces', '8 tablespoons (about) ice water', '1 cup dried cranberries', '2/3 cup sugar', '3 tablespoons all purpose flour', '1/4 teaspoon ground allspice', '2 1/4 pounds Pippin apples, peeled, quartered, cored, thinly sliced', '1 1/2 tablespoons brandy', '1 teaspoon vanilla extract', '1 large egg yolk', '1 teaspoon whipping cream']

Input: Coconut CakeOutput: ['2 cups all-purpose flour', '1 teaspoon baking powder', '1/2 teaspoon salt', '2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened', '1 1/3 cups sugar', '1 teaspoon vanilla', '3 large eggs at room temperature', '1 cup whole milk at room temperature', '1 1/2 cups unsweetened desiccated coconut']

Input: Chocolate Chip Oatmeal CookiesOutput: ['2 cups all-purpose flour', '1 teaspoon baking soda', '1/2 teaspoon baking powder', '1 teaspoon salt', '1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats', '2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened', '1 1/4 cups firmly packed light brown sugar', '1/4 cup granulated sugar', '2 large eggs', '1 teaspoon vanilla', '2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips']

Input: Chocolate Mousse PieOutput: ['21 chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreos)', '1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, room temperature', '12 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped', '1 teaspoon vanilla extract', 'Pinch of salt', '3 3/4 cups chilled whipping cream', '1/4 cup sugar', 'Chocolate shavings (optional)']

Input: Maple Pumpkin PieOutput: ['2 recipes pastry dough', 'an egg wash made by beating 1 large egg yolk with 1 teaspoon water', '1 cup Grade B maple syrup*', '2 cups canned solid-pack pumpkin', '1 teaspoon cinnamon', '1 teaspoon ground ginger', '1/2 teaspoon salt', '1 cup heavy cream', '2/3 cup milk', '2 large eggs', '*available at some specialty foods shops']

Input: Apple PieOutput: ['3 pounds (about 8) McIntosh apples', '3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar', '2 tablespoons all-purpose flour', '1 teaspoon cinnamon', '1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice', '2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into bits', 'milk for brushing the crust', '1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour', '3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into bits', '2 tablespoons cold vegetable shortening', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '2 tablespoons ice water plus additional if necessary']

Input: Open-Faced Fresh Blueberry PieOutput: ['Basic Flaky Pie Crust for a 9-inch pie', '1 tablespoon egg white, lightly beaten', '4 cups blueberries, rinsed and dried', '1/2 liquid cup and two tablespoons water, divided', '2 tablespoons water', '2 tablespoons cornstarch', '1/2 cup sugar', '2 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice', 'Pinch of salt', '1 1/2 cups whipped cream (optional)']

Input: Dutch Farmer's Cheese SoupOutput: ['1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter', '1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, diced', '1 1/2-pound cauliflower, trimmed, cut into florets', '1 pound carrots, peeled, sliced', '1 large onion, chopped', '4 cups (or more) canned vegetable broth', '6 1-inch-thick French bread slices', '12 ounces Gouda cheese', 'wax removed', 'cheese sliced']

Input: Chocolate Chip Cookies with SaltOutput: ['3 cups all-purpose flour', '1/2 teaspoon baking soda', 'About 2 1/2 teaspoons sea salt, divided', '10 ounces unsalted butter, at room temperature', '1 cup vanilla sugar', '2 large eggs', '1 teaspoon vanilla extract', '12 ounces bitter chocolate chips', 'or bitter chocolate cut in very small pieces']

Input: Spiced Pumpkin PieOutput: ['2/3 cup (packed) golden brown sugar', '1/2 cup sugar', '2 tablespoons all purpose flour', '1/2 teaspoon salt', '1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon', '1/8 teaspoon ground allspice', '1/8 teaspoon ground cloves', '1/8 teaspoon ground ginger', '1 1/2 cups canned solid pack pumpkin', '2 tablespoons mild-flavored (light) molasses', '3 large eggs', '1 cup whipping cream', '1 purchased frozen 9-inch pie crust']

Input: Jose's Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip CookiesOutput: ['1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats', '2 cups all-purpose flour', '1 teaspoon baking powder', '1 teaspoon baking soda', '1 teaspoon salt', '2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened', '1 cup granulated sugar', '1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar', '1 tablespoon vanilla extract', '3/4 cup peanut butter', '2 large eggs', 'a 12-ounce bag semisweet chocolate chips', '8 ounces semisweet chocolate', 'grated']

Input: Mushroom and Three-Cheese StrataOutput: ['1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter', '1 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps sliced', '8 cups (packed) 1-inch pieces Wonder Bread or other white bread (about 12 slices)', '2 1/4 cups whole milk', '1 1/2 cups half and half', '5 large eggs', '3/4 cup chopped fresh chives or green onion tops', '2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme', '3 garlic cloves, chopped', '1 1/2 teaspoons salt', '3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper', '9 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet), crumbled (about 2 1/2 cups)', '1 1/2 cups (packed) grated Parmesan cheese (about 4 ounces)', '1 cup (packed) grated Fontina cheese (about 4 ounces)']

Input: Butter Cookies with RaisinsOutput: ['3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature', '2/3 cup sugar', '1/2 teaspoon salt', '1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract', '1 3/4 cups all purpose flour', '1/2 cup raisins']

Input: Whoopie PiesOutput: ['2 cups all-purpose flour', '1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder', '1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda', '1 teaspoon salt', '1 cup well-shaken buttermilk', '1 teaspoon vanilla', '1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened', '1 cup packed brown sugar', '1 large egg', '1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened', '1 1/4 cups confectioners sugar', '2 cups marshmallow cream such as Marshmallow Fluff', '1 teaspoon vanilla']

Input: Cedar Planked Salmon With Maple Glaze and Mustard Mashed PotatoesOutput: ['1 cup pure maple syrup', '2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh gingerroot', '4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice', '3 tablespoons soy sauce', '1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic', '2 1/2-pound center-cut salmon fillet with skin', 'Greens from 1 bunch scallions', 'Mustard Mashed Potatoes, to serve', 'An untreated cedar plank (about 17x10 1/2") if desired']

Input: Dried Cranberry and White Chocolate BiscottiOutput: ['2 1/2 cups all purpose flour', '1 teaspoon baking powder', '1/2 teaspoon salt', '1 1/2 cups sugar', '1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature', '2 large eggs', '1/2 teaspoon almond extract', '1 1/2 cups dried cranberries (about 6 ounces)', '1 egg white', '"6 ounces good-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Bakers)', 'chopped', 'or white chocolate chips"']

Input: Peanut CookiesOutput: ['8 tablespoons softened butter', '1/2 cup granulated sugar', '1/2 cup light brown sugar', '1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract', '1 egg', '1 cup flour', '1 teaspoon baking powder', '1 cup shelled salted peanuts', '2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate', 'melted and cooled (optional)']

Input: Tuna Steak and Vegetable SandwichesOutput: ['3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil', '3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar', '3 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram or 2 teaspoons dried', '2 garlic cloves, minced', '3 Japanese eggplants, trimmed, cut lengthwise into 1/3-inch-thick slices', '2 zucchini, trimmed, cut lengthwise into 1/3-inch-thick slices', '1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/3-inch-wide strips', '8 1/2-inch-thick slices country bread or sourdough bread', '1 1-pound tuna steak, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices', 'Chopped fresh marjoram or pinch of dried', 'Arugula']

Input: Roast New York Strip Loin With Garlic-Herb CrustOutput: ['4 garlic cloves', '8 fresh sage leaves', '4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves', '4 teaspoons olive oil', '4 teaspoons salt', '1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper', '1 4- to 5-pound boneless beef loin New York strip roast', 'fat trimmed to 1/4 inch']

Input: Pan-Fried Lamb Chops with Rosemary and GarlicOutput: ['2 tablespoons minced garlic', '1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried', '1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper', '18 small lamb rib chop', '3 tablespoons olive oil', 'Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional)']

Input: White Chocolate Layer Cake With Apricot Filling and White Chocolate ButtercreamOutput: ['8 ounces imported white chocolate, chopped', '2 1/4 cups all purpose flour', '2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '10 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature', '1 1/3 cups sugar', '4 large eggs', '1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract', '1 1/4 cups whole milk', '1 1/4 pounds imported white chocolate, chopped', '1 3/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature', '2 teaspoons vanilla extract', '2 cups powdered sugar, sifted', '1/2 cup water', '1/4 cup sugar', '1 1/2 pounds apricots, pitted, thinly sliced', '1 cup walnuts, finely chopped', '1/4 cup apricot preserves', 'melted']

Input: Frozen Mint Chocolate CheckerboardOutput: ['1 1/2 cups heavy cream', '1 cup milk', '2/3 cup sugar', '1/8 teaspoon salt', '3 large eggs', '1/3 cup green crème de menthe', '7 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), chopped', '1/4 cup water', '6 large eggs, separated and at room temperature for 30 minutes', '2/3 cup sugar', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '3 tablespoons unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder', '9- by 9- by 2-inch baking pan', 'ice cream maker', '1/2-gallon cardboard milk or juice carton', 'long thin metal spatula', 'an instant-read thermometer; a 9- by 9- by 2-inch baking pan; an ice cream maker; a 1/2-gallon cardboard milk or juice carton; a long thin metal spatula']

Input: Eggplant ParmesanOutput: ['2 1/2 lb medium eggplants (about 3), cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick rounds', '3 1/4 teaspoons salt', '5 lb plum tomatoes', '1 1/2 cups plus 3 tablespoons olive oil', '2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped', '20 fresh basil leaves, torn in half', '3/4 teaspoon black pepper', '1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes', '1 cup all-purpose flour', '5 large eggs', '3 1/2 cups panko * (Japanese bread crumbs)', '2 oz finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (2/3 cup)', '1 lb chilled fresh mozzarella (not unsalted)', 'thinly sliced']

Input: White Chocolate Truffle and Chocolate Fudge Layer CakeOutput: ['6 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped', '1 tablespoon solid vegetable shortening', 'Nonstick vegetable oil spray', '4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped', '1 3/4 cups all purpose flour', '1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder', '1 teaspoon baking powder', '3/4 teaspoon baking soda', '1/2 teaspoon salt', '2 cups sugar', '1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature', '2 teaspoons vanilla extract', '2 large eggs', '1 1/2 cups whole milk', '3 cups chilled whipping cream', '1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces', '"1 pound good-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Bakers), finely chopped", 2 teaspoons vanilla extract', '1/2 teaspoon almond extract', '4 tablespoons amaretto or other almond liqueur']

Input: Moroccan Garbanzo Bean and Feta PitasOutput: ['1/2 cup olive oil', '1/3 cup white wine vinegar', '4 teaspoons Moroccan spice blend', '1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained', '1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped seeded tomatoes', '1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped seeded peeled cucumbers', '1 cup coarsely crumbled feta cheese', '1/2 cup chopped red onion', '1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley', '4 whole pita bread rounds, halved crosswise', 'Plain yogurt']

Input: Caviar MoonsOutput: ['10 very thin slices firm white sandwich bread', '2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted', '1/2 cup sour cream', '100 g (3 1/2 oz) caviar (preferably osetra)', 'a 2-inch crescent-moon cookie cutter']

Input: Cornmeal Guava Thumbprint CookiesOutput: ['1 cup all purpose flour', '1/3 cup cornmeal', '1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon', '1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg', '1/8 teaspoon salt', '1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature', '1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar', '1 egg yolk', '3/4 teaspoon vanilla', 'Guava jelly or apricot-pineapple preserves']

Input: Pinto Bean EnfrijoladasOutput: ['3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup olive oil', '2 cups chopped onions', '4 garlic cloves, minced', '2 (15- to 16-ounce) cans pinto beans, drained', '1 1/2 cups (or more) whole milk', '1 1/2 cups (or more) water', '1 teaspoon minced serrano chile with seeds', '3/4 teaspoon ground cumin', '1/2 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano', '1/8 teaspoon ground cloves', '12 (5 1/2- to 6-inch-diameter) corn tortillas', '2 1/4 cups crumbled queso ranchero (see Note)', 'Chopped fresh cilantro', 'Sour cream']

Input: Marinated Fresh Anchovies (Alici Marinati)Output: ['2 pounds fresh anchovies', '2 cups white wine vinegar', '2 cups extra-virgin olive oil', '2 tablespoons dried oregano', '2 tablespoons hot red pepper flakes', '1/4 cup finely chopped Italian parsley', '4 garlic cloves, sliced paper-thin', '2 tablespoons sea salt', 'Lemon wedges (optional)']

Input: Gingerbread SnowflakesOutput: ['2/3 cup molasses (not robust)', '2/3 cup packed dark brown sugar', '1 tablespoon ground ginger', '1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon', '1/2 teaspoon ground allspice', '1/2 teaspoon ground cloves', '2 teaspoons baking soda', '2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon pieces', '1 large egg, lightly beaten', '3 3/4 to 4 cups all-purpose flour', '1/2 teaspoon salt', 'Decorating icing', '1 metal offset spatula', '1 pastry bag fitted with 1/8- to 1/4-inch plain tip', 'assorted 2- to 3-inch cookie cutters (preferably snowflake-shaped); a metal offset spatula; a pastry bag fitted with 1/8- to 1/4-inch plain tip (optional)']

Input: Norwegian Butter CookiesOutput: ['3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour', '1/2 teaspoon baking powder', 'Rounded 1/2 teaspoon salt', '3 sticks (1 1/2 cups) unsalted butter, softened', '1 cup sugar', '1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract', '1/2 teaspoon almond extract', '1 large egg, lightly beaten', 'a cookie press fitted with a star', 'bow', 'circle', 'or ribbon plate*']

Input: Salmon Salad with BeansOutput: ['1/2 pound salmon steak (leftover grilled salmon is fine)', '1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons if using raw fish, plus more to taste if necessary', '2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil', 'more extra-virgin olive oil to taste if necessary', 'Several sprigs fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, if using raw fish', '1 red or yellow bell pepper', 'Juice of 1 large lemon, plus more to taste if necessary', '3 cups cooked or canned white beans, drained', '10 cherry tomatoes, halved', '1/4 cup diced shallots', '12 to 15 good black or green olives, pitted and coarsely chopped', '1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaves', '1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves', 'Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste', 'freshly ground black pepper', '4 cups torn assorted salad greens (trimmed', 'washed and dried)']

Input: Veal PiccataOutput: ['1 1/4 cupslow-fat chicken stock or low-sodium fat-free chicken broth', '1/3 cup dry white wine', '1 tablespoon all-purpose flour', '2 tablespoons water', '1 tablespoon unsalted butter', '1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice', '2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley', '2 lb veal cutlets (also called scallopini; 1/4 inch thick)', '3/4 teaspoon salt', '1/2 teaspoon black pepper', '1 lemon, thinly sliced', 'Accompaniment:buttered noodles with chives', 'a well-seasoned ridged grill pan']

Input: Ultimate Sticky BunsOutput: ['1 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)', '4 teaspoons dry yeast', '2/3 cup sugar', '1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature', '1/2 cup dry nonfat milk powder', '1 1/4 teaspoons salt', '2 large eggs', '4 1/4 cups (or more) all purpose flour', '1 1/4 cups (packed) golden brown sugar', '3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature', '1/4 cup honey', '1/4 cup dark corn syrup', '1/4 cup water', '2 cups pecan halves', '4 teaspoons sugar', '4 teaspoons ground cinnamon']

Input: Pork Tenderloin with Spiced Rhubarb ChutneyOutput: ['3/4 cup sugar', '1/3 cup cider vinegar', '1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger', '1 tablespoon ground garlic', '1 teaspoon cumin', '1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon', '1/2 teaspoon ground cloves', '1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper', '4 cups 1/2-inch cubes fresh rhubarb (about 1 1/2 pounds)', '1/2 cup (generous) chopped red onion', '1/3 cup dried tart cherries or golden raisins (about 2 ounces)', '2 pork tenderloins (about 1 1/2 pounds total), trimmed', '2 teaspoons ground cumin', '1 tablespoon olive oil', 'Fresh cilantro sprigs']

Input: Leek, Fennel, and Poppy Seed TartOutput: ['3 1/2 cups thinly sliced leeks (white and pale green parts only; about 3 leeks)', '1 large fennel bulb, trimmed, cut into 8 wedges, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices', '4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, melted', '1 cup whole milk', '2 large egg yolks', '1 tablespoon all purpose flour', '1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese', '1 sheet frozen puff pastry (half of 17 1/4-ounce package), thawed', '2 teaspoons poppy seeds']

Input: Chicken-Cranberry HashOutput: ['2 1/2 cups frozen southern-style (cubed) hash brown potatoes (about 10 ounces)', '1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken', '1 cup thinly sliced green onions', '1/2 cup dried cranberries', '1/3 cup half and half', '1 teaspoon crumbled dried sage leaves', '2 tablespoons vegetable oil']

Input: The Ultimate Pumpkin PieOutput: ['1 1/4 cups all purpose flour', '1/2 cup powdered sugar', '1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled butter, cut into pieces', '3 tablespoons whipping cream', '3/4 cup sugar', '1 tablespoon packed golden brown sugar', '1 tablespoon cornstarch', '2 teaspoons ground cinnamon', '3/4 teaspoon ground ginger', '1/4 teaspoon (generous) salt', '1 16-ounce can solid pack pumpkin', '3/4 cup whipping cream', '1/2 cup sour cream', '3 large eggs, beaten to blend', '1/4 cup apricot preserves']

Input: Garlic Soup with Poached EggsOutput: ['1 medium head of garlic, cloves peeled and thinly sliced', '3 tablespoons olive oil', '8 (1/2-inch-thick) baguette slices', '1 quart chicken stock or broth', '1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes', '4 large eggs', '1/2 cup packed small fresh cilantro sprigs', '4 lime wedges']

Input: Green Apple SorbetOutput: ['2/3 cup sugar', '1/3 cup water', '1 (1,000-mg) tablet vitamin C', '6 Granny Smith apples (2 2/3 lb), cut into 1-inch wedges', 'an electric juice extractor and an ice-cream maker']

Input: Hainanese Chicken RiceOutput: ['1 (3- to 3 1/2-lb) chicken', '3 teaspoons salt', '4 qt water', '4 (1/8-inch-thick) slices fresh ginger, smashed', '6 (3- to 3 1/2-inch-long) fresh hot red Thai chiles or serrano chiles, chopped', '1 shallot, chopped', '2 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger', '2 medium garlic cloves, chopped', '1/2 teaspoon salt', '1/3 cup fresh lime juice', '2 cups jasmine rice', '4 shallots, thinly sliced', '2 large garlic cloves, minced', '1 English cucumber', '1 tablespoon soy sauce', '2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil', '1 bunch or 1 (4-oz) bag watercress, coarse stems discarded', 'Special equipment: a mini food processor and a U-shaped vegetable peeler', '1 U-shaped vegetable peeler', 'Garnish: fresh cilantro leaves or sprigs']

Input: Braised Chicken with Shallots, Garlic, and Balsamic VinegarOutput: ['6 bacon slices (4 oz), cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide strips', '1 (3 1/2-lb) chicken, cut into 8 serving pieces', '1 lb shallots, thinly sliced', '1 head garlic, cloves separated and peeled', '1/4 cup balsamic vinegar']

Input: Blackberry Upside-Down CakeOutput: ['2 1/2 cups fresh blackberries (12 ounces)', '1/2 cup plus 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar', '1 cup all-purpose flour', '1/2 teaspoon baking soda', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened', '1 large egg', '1 teaspoon vanilla', '1/2 cup well-shaken buttermilk', 'Accompaniment: vanilla ice cream', 'parchment paper']

Input: Bittersweet Molten Chocolate Cakes with Coffee Ice CreamOutput: ['12 teaspoons plus 5 tablespoons sugar', '8 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped', '3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter', '3 large eggs', '3 large egg yolks', '1 tablespoon all purpose flour', '1 quart coffee ice cream']

Input: Grilled Bass with Green Tomato and Watermelon SalsaOutput: ['1 1/2 cups finely chopped green tomatoes (1/2 lb)', '1 1/2 cups finely chopped red watermelon', '2/3 cup minced red onion', '1 (2 1/2- to 3-inch) fresh red or green chile such as Thai or serrano, minced (including seeds)', '1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro', '1 teaspoon fresh lime juice', '3/4 teaspoon salt', '6 (6-oz) center-cut pieces striped bass fillet with skin or mahimahi (1 inch thick)', '1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil']

Input: Spanish-Style Chicken with Saffron Rice (Arroz con Pollo)Output: ['1 (3 1/2- to 4-lb) chicken, cut into 8 serving pieces', '1 tablespoon olive oil', '1 large onion, chopped', '1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces', '4 garlic cloves, minced', '2 teaspoons paprika', '2 cups long-grain white rice', '1 1/4 cups dry white wine', '1 (14-oz) can diced tomatoes including juice', '1 3/4 cups chicken broth', '3/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads', '1 bay leaf (not California)', '1 cup frozen peas (not thawed)', '1/2 cup pimiento-stuffed green olives, coarsely chopped', 'Garnish: chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley']

Input: Bon Ton-Style Fried ChickenOutput: ['1 qt water', '2 tablespoons salt', '2 teaspoons cayenne', '2 teaspoons garlic powder', '1 1/2 teaspoons white pepper', '1 tablespoon soy sauce', '2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce', '4 chicken breast halves, 4 thighs, and 4 drumsticks (all with skin and bones; 4 to 4 1/2 pounds total)', 'About 12 cups vegetable oil', '3 cups all-purpose flour', '1 tablespoon salt', '1 teaspoon garlic powder', '1 teaspoon cayenne', '1 teaspoon white pepper']

Input: BorschtOutput: ['10 cups canned beef broth', '1 1-pound meaty cross-cut bone-in beef shank slice', '1 large onion, quartered', '4 large beets, peeled, chopped', '4 medium carrots, peeled, chopped', '1 12- to 14-ounce russet potato, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces', '2 cups thinly sliced savoy cabbage', '3/4 cup chopped fresh dill', '3 tablespoons red wine vinegar', '1 cup plain nonfat yogurt']

Input: Fish Soup with Tomatoes and Red Pepper-Garlic SauceOutput: ['2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil', '1 medium onion, finely chopped', '1 fennel bulb, coarsely chopped', '8 cups fish stock or bottled clam juice', '1 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley', '2 3-inch-long strips orange peel', '3 pounds ripe tomatoes, peeled, coarsely chopped', '1 pound medium-size red-skinned potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds', '1 large red-skinned potato, quartered', '1 large pinch of saffron threads', '2 1/2 pounds lingcod fillets, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces', '1 red bell pepper', '6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil', '3 garlic cloves', '1 French-bread baguette', 'cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds']

Input: Mocha TartletsOutput: ['2 large egg yolks', '2 1/2 tablespoons sugar', '1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch', '3/4 cup whole milk', '2 oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), finely chopped', '1/2 tablespoon Tía Maria or other coffee liqueur', '1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened', '1 teaspoon instant-espresso powder', '1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour', '1/3 cup sugar', '1/2 teaspoon salt', '1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened', '1 large egg, lightly beaten', '1/2 teaspoon vanilla', 'Special equipment: 24 small (2 7/8- to 1 1/2-inch) sandbakkel or petit four molds; a pastry bag fitted with 1/2-inch star tip (optional)']

Input: Lobsters with Tarragon Vermouth SauceOutput: ['6 qt water', '3 tablespoons fine sea salt', '4 (1 1/4- to 1 1/2-lb) live lobsters', '1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter', '3 tablespoons dry vermouth', '1 tablespoon tarragon white-wine vinegar', '3 large egg yolks', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1/4 teaspoon black pepper', '1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice', '1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon']

Input: Pasta with Spicy Sun-Dried-Tomato Cream SauceOutput: ['1 tablespoon olive oil', '4 large garlic cloves, finely chopped', '1 cup chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes', '1 cup whipping cream', '1 7.25-ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained, chopped', '1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper', '1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves', '1 pound penne pasta', '1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese']

Input: Grilled Ratatouille Salad with Feta CheeseOutput: ['1 12- to 14-ounce eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch-thick rounds', '1 zucchini, quartered lengthwise', '1 red bell pepper, cut lengthwise into 6 strips', '1 medium onion, cut into 1/2 inch thick rounds', '3 tablespoons purchased garlic-flavored olive oil', '2 to 3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar', '2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese', '2 tablespoons slivered fresh basil']

Input: Pumpkin Pie BrûléeOutput: ['Flaky Pie Crust Dough', '1 15-ounce can pure pumpkin', '3/4 cup plus 4 tablespoons sugar', '3 large eggs', '1 1/4 cups whipping cream', '1 teaspoon ground cinnamon', '1 teaspoon ground ginger', '1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg', 'Pinch of ground cloves', '1/4 teaspoon salt']

Input: Creamed Corn Gratin with Fried Onion Rings and BaconOutput: ['1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread', '6 bacon slices, chopped', '1/3 cup all purpose flour', '1 large red onion, thinly sliced into rounds', '1/2 cup (or more) vegetable oil', '10 green onions, chopped', '2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter', '1 large onion, chopped', '8 cups frozen corn kernels (about 2 pounds 6 ounces)', '2 cups whole milk', '1 cup whipping cream', '3 tablespoons quick-cooking grits', '1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper', '1 cup (packed) coarsely grated Monterey Jack cheese (about 4 ounces)']

Input: Rice Pudding with Raisins and CinnamonOutput: ['6 cups water', '2 cups long-grain white rice', '6 2x1/2-inch strips lemon peel (yellow part only)', '1/2 teaspoon salt', '5 cups (or more) whole milk', '1 cup sweetened condensed milk', '1 cup evaporated milk', '2 canela or cinnamon sticks', '2 vanilla beans, split lengthwise in half', '3/4 cup brown raisins or golden raisins', '2 tablespoons sugar', 'Ground cinnamon', 'Grated peel from 1 lemon', 'Additional canela sticks or cinnamon sticks (optional)']

Input: Onion, Cheese, and Bacon TartOutput: ['1 cup unbleached all purpose flour', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1/4 cup (1/2 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes', '2 tablespoons chilled solid vegetable shortening, cut into 1/2-inch cubes', '2 tablespoons (or more) ice water', '3 thick-cut bacon slices, chopped', '1 large onion, thinly sliced', 'Pinch of sugar', '1 cup whipping cream', '1 large egg', '1 large egg yolk', '1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper', 'Generous pinch of salt', 'Generous pinch of ground nutmeg', '1/2 cup (packed) coarsely grated Gruyère cheese']

Input: Ginger-Hoisin Beef and Scallions on Crispy Noodle CakesOutput: ['1/4 pound rice noodles (rice vermicelli)', '8 thin scallions', '2 tablespoons grated peeled fresh gingerroot', 'about 1/2 cup vegetable oil', 'a 1-pound piece beef tenderloin', '1/4 cup fresh lime juice', '1/4 cup hoisin sauce', '2 tablespoons soy sauce (preferably Kikkoman)']

Input: Pumpkin-Pecan Pie with Whiskey Butter SauceOutput: ['1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1/2 cup butter (1 stick)', '3 to 4 tablespoons cold water', '1 cup cooked pumpkin purée', '1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar', '2 tablespoons sugar', '1 large egg, beaten until frothy', '1 tablespoon heavy cream', '1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened', '1 tablespoon vanilla extract', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon', 'Pinch of ground allspice', 'Pinch of ground nutmeg', '3/4 cup sugar', '3/4 cup dark corn syrup', '2 small eggs', '1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted', '2 teaspoons vanilla extract', '1 pinch salt', '1 pinch ground cinnamon', '3/4 cup pecan pieces', '4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick)', '1/3 cup sugar', '1 large egg', '1/2 tablespoon very hot water', '1/4 cup heavy cream', '1/4 cup bourbon whiskey']

Input: Wild Mushroom PierogiesOutput: ['1 cup boiling water', '2/3 oz dried porcini mushrooms', '1 medium onion, quartered', '2 garlic cloves, crushed', '6 oz cremini mushrooms, quartered', '1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter', '1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley', 'Pierogi and vareniki dough', '1 lb onions, chopped', '1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter', 'Accompaniment: sour cream', 'a 2 1/2-inch round cookie cutter']

Input: Clams OreganataOutput: ['2 garlic cloves, minced', '1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil', '4 canned whole plum tomatoes, drained, seeded, and coarsely chopped', '2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano', '3 lb very small (1-inch) hard-shelled clams such as Manila clams or cockles, scrubbed well', '1/2 cup toasted bread crumbs', '1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest']

Input: Spotted DickOutput: ['1/2 cup mixed currants and golden raisins or other assorted dried fruit', '1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest', 'Suet pastry dough', 'Custard sauce', '1-quart ceramic pudding mold']

Input: Drunken ChickenOutput: ['a 4- to 5-pound (about 2 kg) roasting chicken', 'salt and pepper', '4 tablespoons (60 g/2 oz) butter', '1 cup (250 ml/8 fl oz) sweet white wine', '1 tablespoon flour', '1 cup (250 ml/8 fl oz) chicken stock', '2 cups (500 ml/16 fl oz) dry white wine', '1/4 cup (60 g/2 oz) brandy', '1 carrot, grated', '1 onion, grated', '2 bay leaves', '2 to 3 sprigs thyme', '2 to 3 sprigs marjoram or parsley', '2 tablespoons butter', '1 onion, chopped', '1 cup (200 g/6 1/2 oz) pearl barley', '2 cups (500 ml/16 fl oz) chicken stock, more if needed', '1/4 cup (60 g/2 oz) slivered almonds', '1/4 cup (60 g/2 oz) pitted prunes, chopped', '1/4 cup (60 g/2 oz) dried apricots, chopped', '2 tablespoons chopped marjoram or parsley']

Input: French Potato SaladOutput: ['1/4 cup canned low-salt chicken broth', '1/4 cup dry white wine', '1/4 cup olive oil', '4 green onions', '2 tablespoons Dijon mustard', '2 tablespoons white wine vinegar', '2 tablespoons drained capers', '3 1/4 pounds of 2 1/2-inch-diameter red-skinned potatoes']

Input: Osso Buco with Tomatoes, Olives, and GremolataOutput: ['8 to 10 (10-oz) meaty cross-cut veal shanks (osso buco; 5 to 6 1/2 lb total), each tied with kitchen string', '1/2 cup all-purpose flour', '2 tablespoons olive oil', '3 tablespoons unsalted butter', '2 medium onions, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced', '1 small carrot, finely chopped', '1 celery rib, finely chopped', '2 garlic cloves, finely chopped', '1 cup dry white wine', '1 cup chicken broth', '1 (28- to 32-oz) can whole plum tomatoes with juice (not in purée), coarsely chopped', '1 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives, pitted and halved', '1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves', '2 fresh flat-leaf parsley sprigs', '1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf', '2 (2- by 1/2-inch) strips fresh lemon zest , cut crosswise into fine julienne', '1 teaspoon salt, or to taste', '1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste', '3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley', '1 large garlic clove, minced', '1 teaspoon finely grated fresh fresh lemon zest', 'a 7- to 9-quart heavy ovenproof pot (wide enough to hold shanks in 1 layer)']

Input: Curried Couscous with Roasted Vegetables, Peach Chutney, and Cilantro YogurtOutput: ['3 cups (loosely packed) fresh cilantro leaves (from 3 large bunches)', '1 tablespoon fresh lime juice', '3/4 teaspoon salt', '1/2 cup plain whole-milk yogurt', '1/2 cup sour cream', 'Nonstick vegetable oil spray', '2 1-pound eggplants, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch cubes', '6 tablespoons corn oil', '1 1/4 pounds medium zucchini, halved lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces', '3 large red bell peppers', '2 tablespoons corn oil', '1 medium onion, chopped', '1 tablespoon curry powder', '3 cups water', '2 cups (12 ounces) plain couscous', '1/2 cup coarsely chopped roasted salted cashews', '1/4 cup dried currants', 'Peach Chutney']

Input: Holiday CutoutsOutput: ['Ingredients for basic butter cookies', 'Decorating icing (optional)', 'Food coloring in various colors (optional)', '"Garnish: edible glitter and nonpareils (see cooks note', 'below)"', '1 1/2- to 2-inch holiday cookie cutters*; several small heavy-duty sealable plastic bags (not pleated)']

Input: Pine Nut Torta with Marsala-Poached Autumn FruitOutput: ['3 cups water', '1 cup imported sweet Marsala', '1/4 cup sugar', '1 cinnamon stick', '1 4-inch-long strip lemon peel (yellow part only)', '2 cups pitted prunes', '2 cups dried apricots', '3 large egg yolks', '1 large egg', '1 1/2 teaspoons (packed) grated lemon peel', '1 teaspoon vanilla extract', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature', '1 cup sugar', '1 1/2 cups unbleached all purpose flour', '3/4 cup pine nuts (about 3 1/2 ounces)', 'Powdered sugar']

Input: Two-Bean SaladOutput: ['2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar', '1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil', '3/4 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces', '1 shallot, thinly sliced', '1 (19-ounce) can cannellini beans', 'drained and rinsed']

Input: Hominy Grits SouffléOutput: ['3/4 cup white hominy grits (not quick-cooking)', '1 cup boiling water', '2 cups whole milk', '1 teaspoon salt', '1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted', '4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten', '6 large egg whites']

Input: Basic PolentaOutput: ['8 cups water', '2 teaspoons salt', '2 cups polenta (coarse cornmeal)']

Input: Garlicky Linguine with Crab, Red Bell Pepper and Pine NutsOutput: ['5 tablespoons unsalted butter', '1 red bell pepper, finely chopped', '4 garlic cloves, finely chopped', '1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper', '1/2 cup dry white wine', '12 ounces linguine', '1 8-ounce bottle clam juice', '1 pound fresh lump crabmeat, picked over', '1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley', '1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted', 'Freshly grated Parmesan cheese']

Input: Angel Food CakeOutput: ['1 1/2 cups large egg whites (10 to 11)', '1 tablespoon warm water', '1 cup sifted cake flour (not self-rising; sift before measuring)', '1 1/4 cups superfine granulated sugar', '1 tablespoon ground ginger (optional)', '2 teaspoons vanilla', '1 teaspoon cream of tartar', '1/2 teaspoon salt', 'Special equipment: a 10- by 4-inch tube pan with removable bottom and a standing electric mixer']

Input: Cherry CompoteOutput: ['2 cups fresh cherries (about 12 ounces), pitted, halved', '7 tablespoons orange juice', '1/4 cup sugar', '1 cinnamon stick', '1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise', '1 tablespoon cornstarch']

Input: Grilled Potato Salad with Watercress, Green Onions, and Blue Cheese VinaigretteOutput: ['1/4 cup Sherry wine vinegar', '1 large shallot, chopped', '2 teaspoons Dijon mustard', '1/2 cup olive oil', '1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese', '12 medium red-skinned potatoes, unpeeled (about 2 3/4 pounds)', 'Additional olive oil', '2 bunches watercress, stems trimmed', '3 green onions', 'chopped']

Input: Mango Tart with Coconut CrustOutput: ['1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut (1 3/4 ounce)', '3/4 cup all-purpose flour', '7 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into bits', '1/3 cup confectioners sugar', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '2 1/2 cups chopped ripe mango (from two 1-pound mangoes) plus 1 1/2 cups diced (1/3-inch) firm-ripe mango (from one 1-pound mango)', '3 tablespoons granulated sugar', '2 tablespoons fresh lime juice', '1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin (from 1 envelope)', '1/3 cup well-chilled heavy cream', 'a 9-inch round fluted tart pan (1 inch deep) with a removable bottom']

Input: Tamarind-Glazed Lamb Skewers with Dried-Apricot RelishOutput: ['1/2 cup seedless unsweetened tamarind paste*', '1/2 cup fresh orange juice', '1/3 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses', '1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper', '3 tablespoons fresh lime juice', '2 cups chopped dried apricots', '6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice', '1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro', '2 tablespoons minced seeded red jalapeño chilies', '2 tablespoons (packed) golden brown sugar', '2 tablespoons cracked coriander seeds', '2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; or 4 pounds lamb shoulder chops, fat trimmed, meat cut into 1/2-inch pieces', '1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-inch cubes', '20 (about) 12-inch metal skewers']

Input: Spring Vegetable RagoûtOutput: ['1 pound leeks', '1pound fennel bulb (sometimes called anise)', '1/4 pound fresh morels', '1 pound baby turnips, trimmed and halved', '1 pound baby carrots, trimmed', '2 pound fresh fava beans, shelled (1 cup)', '1 pound mixed fingerling or other small boiling potatoes', '2 shallots', '3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter', '3 cups chicken broth', '1 1/2 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest', '1/2 cup chopped mixed fresh tarragon, chives, and flat-leaf parsley', '1/4 cup dry white wine', '3/4 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces', '2 yellow bell peppers, coarsely chopped', 'Accompaniments: crusty bread and parmesan shavings']

Input: Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Port-Rosemary SauceOutput: ['1 tablespoon butter', '1/2 cup minced shallots (about 4 ounces)', '1 cup dry red wine', '3/4 cup ruby Port', '1 cup canned beef broth', '1 sprig fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried', '1 tablespoon olive oil', '4 1-inch-thick beef tenderloin steaks (about 6 to 8 ounces each)', '3 tablespoons chilled and unsalted butter', '1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried']

Input: Fresh Fig Tart with Rosemary Cornmeal Crust and Lemon Mascarpone CreamOutput: ['1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour', '1/2 cup yellow cornmeal (not stone-ground)', '1 tablespoon sugar', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces', '1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary', '4 to 5 tablespoons ice water', '1/3 cup sour cream', '1 cup mascarpone cheese (8 oz)', '1/4 cup sugar', '1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest', '1/8 teaspoon salt', '2 tablespoons red-currant jelly', '1 tablespoon honey', '1 1/2 lb fresh figs', 'an 11 1/4- by 8- by 1-inch rectangular or 10-inch round fluted tart pan (1 inch deep) with a removable bottom']

Input: Stilton Tart with Cranberry ChutneyOutput: ['Pastry dough', '1 cup heavy cream', '1 whole large egg', '2 large egg yolks', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1/4 teaspoon black pepper', '5 oz chilled Stilton, rind removed and cheese crumbled (1 1/2 cups)', 'Accompaniment: cranberry chutney', 'Special equipment: a 13 1/2- by 4- by 1-inch rectangular fluted tart pan with a removable bottom', 'pie weights or raw rice']

Input: Panfried Pressed PoussinsOutput: ['2 (1 1/4- to 1 1/2-pound) poussins or Cornish game hens', '1 teaspoon fine sea salt', '1/2 teaspoon black pepper', '3 tablespoons unsalted butter', '3/4 cup chicken stock or broth', 'Accompaniment: fresh tomato and onion chutney', 'kitchen shears; 2 (10-inch) heavy skillets (one preferably well-seasoned cast-iron or heavy nonstick); a 10-inch round of parchment paper; 5 to 6 pounds of weights such as 3 (28- to 32-ounces) cans of tomatoes']

Input: Sweet Potato Chilaquiles with Griddled Salsa RojaOutput: ['2 small onions', '1/4 cup red wine vinegar or fruit vinegar', '1 1/2 cups sour cream', '1/2 cup whole milk', 'Vegetable oil for frying', '12 Corn Tortillas', '1 1/2 cups vegetable stock, homemade or store-bought', '8 tomatillos, husked, rinsed, and quartered', '2 jalapeño chiles, seeded and chopped', '1 garlic clove, chooped', '1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves', 'Salt to taste', '1 tablespoon vegetable shortening or vegetable oil', '1 sweet potato (about 12 ounces), peeled and finely diced', '1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese', '2 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled, seeded, and diced', '1 cupGriddled Tomato-Chipotle Salsa']

Input: Roasted Striped Bass with Chive and Sour Cream SauceOutput: ['2/3 cup sour cream', '2 tablespoons water', '4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice', '1/4 teaspoon salt', '1/2 cup finely chopped fresh chives', '6 (5-oz) pieces striped bass fillet with skin', '1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil', '1 lemon, cut into 6 wedges', '2 oz onion sprouts or garlic chive sprouts (2 cups)*', 'Accompaniment: Spicy garlic potatoes and zucchini']

Input: Roasted Salmon with Orange-Herb SauceOutput: ['1 large orange, unpeeled, sliced', '1 large onion, halved, thinly sliced', '1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil', '6 3-ounce skinless salmon fillets', '3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill', '1/2 cup orange juice', '1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions', '1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice', 'Additional unpeeled orange slices']

Input: Herbed Rack of Lamb with Parsley, Mint, and Walnut SautéOutput: ['3 1 1/4-pound racks of lamb, frenched', '5 tablespoons olive oil', '2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt', '1/2 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley', '1/4 cup finely chopped fresh rosemary', '1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint', '2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil', '1/2 cup finely chopped shallots', '6 cups (packed) fresh Italian parsley leaves (from 2 large bunches)', '3/4 cup very coarsely chopped fresh mint leaves', '1/2 cup water', '2 teaspoons grated lemon peel', '3/4 cup coarsely chopped toasted walnuts (about 2 1/2 ounces)', '2 tablespoons walnut oil', '1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice']

Input: Chive and Brie StrataOutput: ['2 16-ounce loaves French bread, crusts trimmed, bread cut crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick slices', '4 cups (or more) whole milk', '10 large eggs', '1 1/2 teaspoons salt', '1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper', '2 cups chopped fresh chives', '18 ounces Brie cheese, chilled, rind trimmed, cheese cut into 1/2-inch pieces', '8 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley', '8 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon', '12 tablespoons grated Swiss cheese', '2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese', '2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter']

Input: B.l.t. SaladOutput: ['6 bacon slices (about 1/4 pound)', '1/4 loaf Italian bread', '1/4 teaspoon minced garlic', '1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice', '1/4 cup mayonnaise', '1 tablespoon water', '1 small red onion', '1/2 pound cherry tomatoes (about 3/4 pint)', '1 head Boston lettuce']

Input: Chicken and Sausage JambalayaOutput: ['5 1/2 pounds chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, and breast halves with skin and bones)', '4 tablespoons vegetable oil', '1 1/2 pounds andouille* or other spicy smoked pork sausage, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices', '3 medium onions, chopped', '2 celery ribs, chopped', '1 green bell pepper, chopped', '4 large garlic cloves, finely chopped', '2 cups chicken stock or broth', '1 1/2 cups water', '1 (14- to 16-ounce) can whole tomatoes in juice, drained and chopped', '1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional)', '2 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed and drained well', '1 cup thinly sliced scallion greens']

Input: Sliced Calf's Liver with Golden OnionsOutput: ['"1-pound piece calfs liver", 3/4 pound onions, sliced paper-thin', '4 tablespoons unsalted butter or extra-virgin olive oil (or a combination)', '1/3 cup water', '1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley']

Input: Szechuan Sesame NoodlesOutput: ['8 ounces thin dried Asian noodles or linguine', '4 tablespoons oriental sesame oil', '3 tablespoons chopped peanuts', '2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger', '3 large garlic cloves, minced', '6 tablespoons bottled teriyaki sauce', '2 tablespoons fresh lime juice', '1 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce', '1 1/2 cups thinly sliced green or red onions']

Input: Apricot Phyllo NapoleonsOutput: ['1 cup nonfat yogurt', '4 (17- by 12-inch) phyllo sheets', '1 teaspoon unsalted butter, melted', '1 teaspoon vegetable oil', '6 teaspoons granulated sugar', '1 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise', '1/4 cup low-fat sour cream', '1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar', '6 fresh apricots (1 pound), pitted and each cut into 6 wedges', '1/4 cup water']