Artichokes, Oven-Roasted Tomatoes, and Goat Cheese

From the book Panini Express by Lauren Chattman and Daniel Leader

Blueberry Twist

From the book Cool Waters by Brian Preston-Campbell

Blueberry, lemon, and ground ginger will leave your friends guessing flavors.

Borlotti Beans in Tomato Sauce with Creamy Polenta

From the book Heirloom Beans by Vanessa Barrington and Steve Sando

A winter meal-in-a-bowl, with or without Italian sausage.

Christmas Lima Beans and Quinoa with Beets and Avocado

From the book Heirloom Beans by Vanessa Barrington and Steve Sando

Clam Chowder

From the book The Cape Cod Table by Lora Brody

Country Ham and Fig Pizza

From the book Pizza on the Grill by Bob Blumer and Elizabeth Karmel

Figs, country ham, and walnuts embellish this grilled pizza.

Grilled Sicilian Caponata

From the book Pizza on the Grill by Bob Blumer and Elizabeth Karmel

Multigrain No-Knead Bread

From the Ellen Jackson collection

Pea and Spinach Soup with Coconut Milk

From the book Fine Cooking Fresh by Fine Cooking Magazine

Fresh peas are a must for this beautiful soup, but you don’t need a ton of them.

Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

From the book Food Matters by Mark Bittman