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While some GF baking falls flat in the taste and texture departments, these cookies are rich and delicious – made with a variety of flours to help mimic the mouth feel of gluten, they can easily stand up against their wheat counterparts.

I wanted to find another recipe that would suit sitting in front of the TV Sunday night for my uber-exclusive, faux Oscar party (uber-exclusive because the select attendees must fill the prerequisite of living in this house). I needed something that was easy to make, could be partially prepared ahead of time, would look good and could be eaten as ‘finger food’. Did I mention I wanted it to taste like comfort food too? Afterall, chances are we’ll all be dressed up in our best sleepwear!

Whether you're hosting a baby shower or a rehearsal dinner party, these easy canapés are perfect for any summer celebration

When was the last time you actually enjoyed entertaining? We thought so. Our gorgeous do-ahead dishes can be made days in advance and reheated on the big day. (You'll spend more time figuring out what to wear)

Enjoy more time with family and friends with 25 tasty recipes you can prepare in advance