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When blogger Adam Goldberg wanted to learn to make beef wellington at home, he turned to chef and cookbook author Tyler Florence's recipe for a guide to making this classic centerpiece dish stunner.

Even though they're vegetarian, these cheesy, BBQ sauce-slathered eggplant sandwiches are satisfyingly meaty.

Smoked mozzarella flavors these chops from the inside; an easy cherry tomato pan sauce and creamy polenta round things out.

Roast bok choy and shrimp marinated in honey and soy in a hot oven while a pot of kimchi rice steams on the stovetop for a nearly hands-off, flavor-packed dinner.

Crunchy, salty, pretzel-coated chicken cutlets are lightened up with creamy cauliflower purée and arugula salad for a perfect weeknight meal.

Flavor fish fillets with the Middle Eastern spice mix za’atar and then serve over couscous and sautéed greens for a totally satisfying 22-minute meal.

Roasted potatoes are pretty delicious all by themselves. But they're even better when you douse them with spicy mayo and a shower of bonito flakes.

Miso paste increases the umami factor, and broccoli rabe brings refreshing bite to this classic bacon, egg, and cheese pasta combo.

The longer you cook this nourishing broth, the more savory and concentrated it will become.

This fragrant and fresh Vietnamese classic is made even healthier with the addition of kale and wild mushrooms.

Baking citrus at a high heat caramelizes the sugars and adds depth. It's just the thing to bring intrigue to salads and more.

Why is it that in the dead of winter, everything seems to need a little help? Anchovy butter delivers bold flavor to this back-pocket pasta

Spicy chorizo, sweet membrillo, and nutty manchego bring Spanish flair to everyone's favorite finger food.

Warm Chinese five-spice powder, tangy hoisin, and savory scallions add bold flavor to this perennial party snack. Can't find fully cooked breakfast sausage? Cook fresh sausages in a pan and proceed with the recipe.

If you want to make any holiday cookie, this is your dough: Just add your choice of mix-ins to create endless delicious variations.

This meltingly tender pork belly is an impressive yet surprisingly easy hors d’oeuvre to make—all you need is patience. The pork belly, barbecue sauce, pickled onions and crostini can all be completed at least three days ahead of time, making day of prep a breeze.

The Spanish Tortilla (or Tortilla Española) is not actually a tortilla at all--at least in the way most Americans understand the term. Instead, tortilla is a large, delicious frittata of eggs and potatoes. This fresh take on the classic Spanish dish is a great make-ahead, single-bite hors d'oeuvre for a cocktail party. The mild base ingredients are a great canvas for added layers of flavor, and, once you learn the technique, the variations are endless. It is delicious served warm, room temperature or even cold, and is a great, filling option for any gluten-free guests you might be catering to.

This large galette takes root vegetables to the next level. The creamy leek filling and pastry crust make it substantial enough to accompany a few cocktails, and the presentation is sure to impress.

This is a gorgeous, seasonal hors d'oeuvre that would be lovely on a table or as a passed appetizer. The tang of the feta compliments the sweetness of the salad and the bitterness of the endive leaf, and the jewel tones of the beet and persimmon make for a beautiful bite.

This is our go-to gluten-free pie crust; it crisps up beautifully and tastes fantastic. We also use this recipe for hand pies and tarts, and we even roll leftovers into little snake shapes, toss them in cinnamon sugar and bake them into little golden cookies. Before you begin, make sure all of your ingredients are refrigerated (or, in the case of the cream cheese and butter, frozen) to ensure that the crust holds its shape and turns flaky once baked.