Mary Daros

A subtle heat coupled with the richness of chocolate make this a failproof way to woo friends and family. Gluten-free, too, though no one will notice anything's missing.

Slightly sweet, fudgy, and full of bittersweet chocolatey goodness. Certain to satisfy both the kid and the grown-up in your house—and in you.

No need to ever reach for that boxed or bagged popcorn. And the recipe itself is better than any Cracker Jack prize.

True to its name, this tart lemon sorbet is lip-puckeringly sour and exceptionally refreshing. Finally, something to tuck in the freezer for you that's safe from the kids pillaging it.

Panettone, which makes its traditional Italian Christmas appearance, is gussied up here with any dried fruit you fancy. An ever so slight twist on a classic.

A Thai-inspired chicken soup from chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten that's fragrant with lemongrass and infused with the sweetly sour flavors of southeast Asia.