Julia Ziegler-Haynes

Oh you fancy, huh? This steak is as easy as it gets, and is served with the perfect complements: a delicious black pepper sauce and roasted mushrooms.

With little to no planning, a strict budget, and about a half an hour's worth of grocery shopping—including a booze run—I threw this holiday party together in an afternoon.

Warm chocolate buckwheat pancakes drizzled with raspberry coulis and fresh whipped cream.

These herb-packed lamb koftas are ready in just a few minutes. Eat them hot off the grill if you know what's good for you.

In addition to being super good for you, cabbage is delicious when tossed with blue cheese, hazelnuts, and a creamy dill dressing.

Making homemade bagels takes a little bit of patience, but is so worth it when your kitchen smells like heaven—and you get to taste them.

Sweet and savory at once, these goat-cheese and apricot appetizers take a mere 15 minutes of your precious time.

Don't be shy with the garnishes.

These delicious potato croquettes are doused in an addictive creamy gouda sauce and topped with perfectly poached eggs.

No need to get fancy with the liquor here. Bottom shelf will do just fine.

Think your last Thanksgiving with your estranged uncle was bad? Try adding in the worst hangover of your life, an attack from an irate fur protester, and the loss of some crucial personal belongings.

Warm, walnut shortbread cookies.