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Chocolate Peanut Toffee

The transformation of butter, sugar, and salt into toffee is culinary alchemy at its best. This version is studded with cocktail peanuts and a decadent layer of bittersweet chocolate.

Author: Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez

Cornbread with Caramelized Apples and Onions

If you don't have (or can't spare) a cast-iron skillet, sauté the apples and onions in any heavy skillet and transfer to a buttered 8x8" glass dish for baking.

Author: Alison Roman

Spiced Lentil and Caramelized Onion Baked Eggs

Caramelized onions and a trio of spices turn an ordinary can of lentil soup into a stew-y, flavorful dinner.

Author: Kendra Vaculin

Cabernet Braised Short Ribs with Gorgonzola Polenta and Mixed Herb Gremolata

The ribs should be seasoned and chilled overnight before cooking. WHAT TO DRINK: Stick with Cabernet and try a selection. Two we love are the rich, ripe 2005 Blend No. 815 from Joel Gott(Sonoma, $17) and...

Author: Jill Silverman Hough

Tom Valenti's Lamb Shanks

Author: Tom Valenti

Caramel Apple Pastis

This beautiful pastis - a sweet phyllo-wrapped pie that evolved in southwest France from the savory meat-filled _b'stilla_s of Morocco - makes an impressive holiday dessert.

Author: Lillian Chou

Sauteed Mushrooms

These mushrooms make a wonderful side dish for just about anything.

Pumpkin Spice Pie

Author: Elinor Klivans

Crusted Chicken and Black Beans

Author: James Villas

Slow Cooked Pork with Chickpeas

Canned chickpeas are perfect for this one-pot dish because they become even more creamy as they warm in the cooking liquid. In case you're not a fan, you can go with whatever canned bean you like.

Author: Andy Baraghani

Cumin Scented Quinoa and Black Rice

You can substitute any color of rice or quinoa to make this gorgeous (and healthful) salad, which works as a vegetarian main course or hearty side dish.

Author: Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Walnut Orange Cake

Author: Diane Rossen Worthington