Make-Ahead recipes

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1. 601.

   Jiggly Jelly Banana Orange Salad

   • This is an orange and banana variation of Vicki's jellied fruit salad. Vicki goes to Uptergrove Public School, and this recipe came from the...
2. 602.

   Kaki Fry Oysters

   • Breaded and fried oysters, called kaki fry in Japanese, do take some effort to prepare, but make a showstopping addition to any party. Use the...
3. 603.

   Kale and Chickpea Soup

   • Hearty and satisfying, this is a first-rate dinnertime soup. Serve with Chipotle Olive Bread.
4. 604.

   Kale and Pancetta Quiche

   • A pale yellow filling laced with green kale in a golden crust is pretty enough for any brunch table. With all the components ready and waiting in...
5. 605.

   Kamishbrot

   • These crunchy, not-too-sweet, double-baked cookies, also known as mandelbrot and kamish, are a Jewish version of Italian biscotti. Enjoy them...
6. 606.

   Kataifi-Wrapped Shrimp with Smoked Paprika Mayonnaise

   • Look for kataifi (shredded phyllo pastry) in the freezer of Middle Eastern, Greek or gourmet grocery stores. Though all you'll need is about...
7. 607.

   King Spa Cheese

   • This is a deliciously smooth fat-free substitute for cream cheese or butter. Add granulated sugar to taste to use as a spread on muffins or sweet...
8. 608.

   Kipferl

   • These almond crescents are light and buttery with a delicate vanilla flavour. Vanilla sugar is sold in packets in most grocery stores and German...
9. 609.

   Kumquat Chutney

   • This gorgeous little fruit is commonly found in the winter months and is often used in jams, jellies, pickles and now a flavourful chutney.
10. 610.

    Lamb Burgers

    • Look for fresh (rather than frozen) ground lamb for the least gamey flavour. Serve with Burger Topping Recipes: Minty Mayonnaise .
11. 611.

    Lamb Loin Chops with Pimiento Olive Butter

    • Chops are quick to cook and work best with just simple preparation.
12. 612.

    Lamb Skewers with Almond Mint Pesto

    • These skewers are just as tasty using beef top sirloin grilling steak.
13. 613.

    Lamb Stock

    • Mutton bones make the best stock but aren't always easy to find. Lamb necks and stew meat are good substitutes, flavourful for cooking but less...
14. 614.

    Large Batch Sweet Pastry

    • A touch of sugar gives this pastry a hint of sweetness and a flaky texture. Try a variation for a subtle flavour addition.
15. 615.

    Latkes with Herring Apple Salad

    • Sweet-sour pickled herring salad pairs beautifully with potato latkes. We like latkes best served hot and crispy, but if you want to make them...
16. 616.

    Lattice Jam Tart

    • This Italian-style tart, called crostata, has a sandy cookie crust that you can also make in a food processor if you want. Use homemade jam or...
17. 617.

    Layered Guacamole

    • Chunks of green avocado topped with diced red tomato give this guacamole a festive look. Surround it with Baked Tortilla Chips to scoop up...
18. 618.

    Layered Hummus Dip

    • Bring this dip along for a starter and watch it disappear. Spread all the toppings on just before serving in a shallow glass dish surrounded with...
19. 619.

    Layered Salmon and Pea Mousse

    • Eggs and cream bind the layered ingredients in this elegant coral-and-green mousse. Serve with an array of crackers, croûtes or melba toast, or...
20. 620.

    Layered Vegetable Salad

    • A straight-sided trifle bowl is perfect for showing off the colourful layers of this crunchy salad.
21. 621.

    Leek Pastries with Mild Spices (Boulani)

    • Leeks' complex garlicky-onion flavour makes these pastries taste like they contain many more ingredients. Serve with Fresh Coriander Chutney .
22. 622.

    Lemon Cheesecake Bars

    • A middle cream cheese layer updates classic lemon squares.
23. 623.

    Lemon Cheesecake Streusel Pie

    • Layers of creamy cheesecake, tangy lemon filling and crunchy streusel come together fabulously on a flaky crust.
24. 624.

    Lemon Chive Aoli

    • Although perfect for the grilled skewers, this multipurpose dip is also delicious with crunchy fresh vegetable sticks.
25. 625.

    Lemon Coconut Cupcakes

    • Snow-topped cupcakes with a tangy cream cheese icing and coconut are easy to make – and freeze well too!
26. 626.

    Lemon Crème Fraîche

    • Homey: Pair with Pink Applesauce. Haute: Pair with Caviar (See recipe links below) Crème Fraîche is a matured, thickened cream with a...
27. 627.

    Lemon Herb Dressing

    • This fresh dressing is tasty tossed with warm peas or asparagus. Honey sweetens the lemon so you can get away with using half the oil that you...
28. 628.

    Lemon Lime Refrigerator Cheesecake

    • This fresh, citrusy cake needs no baking — not even the crust. And it's perfect for people who prefer not-too-sweet desserts.
29. 629.

    Lemon Lime Refrigerator Cookies

    • Stash a few logs of dough away for when you're tempted to fill the kitchen with cookie aromas. It's practical to cut the rolls short enough that...
30. 630.

    Lemon Orangeade

    • On many a hot summer day, this cool, refreshing twist on classic lemonade will have both young and old coming back for more.

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