Once the beans are trimmed, all you need is a large, hot pan, and the rest is one big, quick sizzling action. These will keep for up to a week in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator.

Corn tortillas work magic here: As they break down while cooking, they thicken the soup.

This warm-you-up drink is similar to a Dutch Bisschopswijn, a hot beverage served during the holidays. Adding chamomile tea helps balance the tang that comes from simmering the wine.

This Greek favorite gets an appetizing makeover when it’s rolled into a strudel instead of layered in a pan.

It’s hard to make this look good, but it is extremely tasty. The trick is not to let the outside get too dark before the chicken is done.