Delicious Gatherings: Recipes to Celebrate Together

"Perhaps better known by her nom de blog, “Tara Teaspoon,” Tara Bench is one of those old hands in food publishing who never seem to run out of good ideas. From just half a dozen ingredients, Bench conjures up novelties that deliver: za’atar cauliflower with golden raisins, pasta with Brussels sprouts and walnut-sage browned butter. Spinach and artichoke tarte soleil, a spectacular centerpiece made with store-bought puff pastry, will have guests giving you way more credit than you’re due. (But isn’t that the point?)"