Key Lime Cheesecake

Reminiscent of Sara Lee's 1950s-era graham-cracker and sour-cream cheesecake, this version features a thick layer of delicious sour cream atop the creamy filling and tart Key lime custard.

Grilled Turkey Burgers with Cheddar and Smoky Aioli

A simple Moroccan-spiced aioli is mixed in with the ground turkey to keep the burgers moist and give them tons of flavor. Smoked paprika is available in the spice aisle of most supermarkets.

Andouille and Beef Burgers with Spicy Mayo and Caramelized Onions

Prolific cookbook author James McNair has been chief judge of Sutter Home Winery's burger cook-off since it began in Napa in 1990.

Southern Strawberry Salad

Strawberry salad is a classic Southern side that works for any occasion. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit sed do eiusmod.

Spinach Salad with Bosc Pears, Cranberries, Red Onion, and Toasted Hazelnuts

This spinach salad speaks to all the wonderful autumnal flavors of the Pacific Northwest.

Kale Salad with Pinenuts, Currants and Parmesan

In a surprising twist, Tuscan kale is served raw—and makes for a substantial and satisfying winter salad. Be sure to choose bunches of Tuscan kale with small leaves, which are more tender.