Basil pesto has a strong floral quality—this one, made of pecans and arugula, is richer, with a peppery bite. Prepare an extra batch to use as a spread on turkey sandwiches....

If you can't get cotija cheese, you can substitute feta—it's stronger in flavor and a bit saltier than cotija, but it works fine. Archibald also makes a version of this salad topped with shavings of Manchego cheese....

The inspiration for this recipe came from a tea sandwich one of our food editors discovered at Alice's Tea Cup, in Manhattan. It's surprisingly substantial—a bit like an overstuffed deli sandwich, but...

This is a wonderfully versatile tart. You can create any design you want with the berries or try different fruit altogether.

This rich yet refreshing dessert makes it easy to pretend it’s summer.

Which is smoother or more silken—the soup itself or the tender Parmesan custards? The question will linger long after the last spoonful.

Hazelnuts in a butternut squash lasagne? It’s actually a classic Italian flavor combination.

The double kick of jalapeño Jack cheese and pickled jalapeño in these nachos enlivens leftover turkey.

The Spanish pumpkin syrup that tops this dessert is equally good drizzled on an aged cheese like Manchego or a fresh cheese like ricotta.