Pears and bright, lemony ginger are a perfect flavor match. This gingered pear preserves recipe uses two types of ginger - fresh and crystallized - to add complexity and depth to the finished product. Jars of this mildly spiced preserve are a perfect gift during cold winter holidays and wonderful for cool autumn breakfasts. Bon appetit!

Gingered Pear Preserves Photo: Flickr user theogeo

Stewed beef is usually a comforting weekend dinner, when you have time to simmer the ingredients for hours on end and fill the house with the aroma of a delicious family meal. Not so with this easy beef burgundy recipe which takes only ninety minutes, start to finish, including prep time. Enjoy the soothing flavor of classic beef bourguignon anytime with this simple process and have hours left over to relax or go for a walk. Bon appetit!

Easy Beef Burgundy Photo: Flickr user EraPhernalia Vintage

Nutty toasted oats and sweet-tart sautéed apples blend in this delicious toasted oatmeal apple crepes recipe. Serve the crepes with sweetened whipped cream or ice cream for dessert, or with thick, creamy yogurt for a healthy breakfast treat. Bon appetit!

Toasted Oatmeal Apple Crepes Photo: Flickr user Foodista

Perfect for a low-key meal or cocktail party, this roasted mushroom and Brie tartlets recipe is easy to prepare and refined. Simply fill puff pastry-lined tartlet molds with roasted mushrooms, onion confit and slivers of Brie to make a fantastic, savory appetizer. Use the tartlets as light dinner entrée, as well! Bon appetit!

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Roasted Mushroom and Brie Tarts Photo: Flickr user Kasia