Spaghetti squash, so named because its flesh comes apart in long strands when cooked, gets dressed up in an easy way for a satisfying side dish.
Classic English potted cheese is the perfect make-ahead appetizer for a busy party season. If you like, split it between two pots to give as gifts.
The flavours of an Italian antipasto platter — cheese, marinated artichokes and crisp vegetables — combine in this predinner salad. Serve in individual lettuce or radicchio cups. Use leftover artichokes in a pasta dish or dip.
You can serve this as a side dish or as an appetizer. Acorn squash makes pretty scalloped-edge slices, but you can use any other firm squash.
This recipe is quick to put together if you have leftover mashed potatoes, but if you don't, follow the tip below. Serve with poached eggs and salsa or gravy, or vegetables.
