For the festive table! Quick recipes that will surprise your guests

An unexpected dinner on a weekday with a friend or a Sunday lunch with family or friends—either way, hosting people should be a pleasure, not a source of stress. This book gathers a great collection of recipes that are enjoyable to execute, made from unusual combinations but always using accessible ingredients. Alison Roman, a popular culinary blogger, columnist for The New York Times cooking section, and senior editor of Bon Appetit Magazine, will share recipes with you that won't cause stress in the kitchen but will delight both the host and the guests. In this book, you will find ideas designed to make your life easier when preparing various treats. You can look forward to colorful dishes with crunchy vegetables, quickly sautéed meat topped with herbs, one-pot desserts that aren’t overly sweet, as well as great combinations of dishes with each other. Not everything always turns out perfectly, but with this book, you will be able to feed your loved ones deliciously and without nerves, because what matters most is your love and attention.