Crème De Cassis

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended preparation time.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Begin preparing this delicious dessert at least one day ahead.

The crust of this gorgeous dessert is brushed with a layer of melted milk chocolate for a sweet surprise.

Festive and pretty, this do-ahead dessert is a boon for busy hosts.

Susan Zubert of Rochester, New York, writes: "Whenever my husband and I get to Maui we make a point of eating at one of our favorite restaurants, David Paul's Lahaina Grill. During our last visit, my husband ordered a fabulous berry pie. He enjoyed it so much that I was concerned he was going to pick up the plate and lick it clean. I would love to have the recipe." Fresh berries and crème de cassis (made with black currants) fill this flavorful pie. The addition of sour cream makes the crust exceptionally tender.

A beautiful dessert for the December entertaining season.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less, but requires additional unattended time.

Developed in 1923, the boysenberry is a hybrid of the blackberry, raspberry and loganberry.