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Chicken breasts in cider cream sauce: pan-seared chicken paired with sauteed apple slices in a Dijon-spiked reduced apple cider cream. A bistro-style autumn dinner.

Braised venison stew with red wine, raspberry preserves, green peppercorns, and cream. A refined, fruity twist on game meat that turns tough cuts into something elegant.

Minnesota-style clam chowder loaded with wild rice, potatoes, mushrooms, and cream. A Northwoods twist on New England chowder, finished with a splash of sherry before serving.

Chicken breasts Veronique-style with seedless green grapes: pan-simmered in white wine, orange marmalade, tarragon, and cream. A French bistro classic with a fruit sauce that comes together in 30 minutes.

Lattice top turkey casserole with leftover turkey, mixed vegetables, and cheddar in cream of mushroom soup, topped with a golden Bisquick lattice. Classic post-holiday leftover dinner.

New England seafood casserole with lobster, crab, or shrimp baked in a cream and egg custard with buttered cracker crumb topping. A classic coastal comfort dish.

Cravatta with asparagus spears wrapped in ham, spread with shallot-mustard cream sauce, and baked with Fontina and Parmesan until bubbly and golden.

My good friend Amy made this for me when I went to visit her in Connecticut. I was in love, and no other quiche could compare.

Classic green bean casserole with cream of mushroom soup, milk, a splash of soy sauce, and crispy French fried onions baked on top. The Thanksgiving side dish that earns its spot every year.

Rich lemon chiffon pie with whipped cream and gelatin-set lemon curd folded together in a baked shell. A bright, airy citrus dessert with a cloud-like texture and tart finish.

Black currant tea brownies layer cassis-infused fudge squares with a glossy berry preserve and a silky black currant tea ganache. A boozy, perfumed showstopper.

Pureed broccoli soup with celery, onion, and heavy cream, brightened with lemon juice and a kick of Tabasco. A simple 30-minute cream soup that serves a crowd.

Quick Tex-Mex corn soup with creamed corn, whole kernels, red bell pepper, and red pepper flakes in chicken broth. Ready in 20 minutes with pantry staples.

Georgian potato soup blends cream-puree vegetables with apple juice, applesauce, raisins, and apricots, then adds diced potatoes for bite. Sweet-savory Caucasian soup finished with cottage cheese cream.

COMMENT: What makes this dessert so irresistible? As it bakes, a pudding sauce forms beneath the cake layer. Cocoa-based and made without eggs, its an old-fashioned treat that should be served with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and a big spoon.

Strawberry brownie torte with fudgy brownie layers, strawberry-studded vanilla ice cream filling, and a homemade chocolate sauce. A frozen layered dessert that's easier to make than it looks.