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Family Weekend Breakfast 

SERVES 4

Cremini, Spinach, and Goat Cheese Frittata

Coriander-Lime Roasted Pineapple

Raspberry-Orange Corn Muffins

Weekend Brunch with Friends 

SERVES 6

Smoky Sweet Potato, Canadian Bacon, and Corn Hash

Poached eggs

Melon Wedges with Raspberry-Yogurt Drizzle

Maple–Raisin Bran Muffins

Saturday Night Steak Dinner 

SERVES 6

Shrimp with Tomato-Chipotle Relish

Hearts of Romaine with Creamy Lime Dressing

Grilled Sirloin with Coffee-Molasses Barbecue Sauce

Chili-Lime Corn on the Cob

Coconut Cream Pie with Gingersnap Crust

Pack a Picnic 

SERVES 4

Southwestern Tuna Wraps

Hoppin’ John Salad

Apricot-Oat Squares

Burger Night Menu 

SERVES 4

Green Salad with Roasted Corn and Cumin Vinaigrette

Southwestern Salsa Burgers

Honey-Glazed Sweet Potato Fries

Spiced Brown Butter Cookies

Backyard Cookout 

SERVES 6

Chopped Salad with Feta Cheese

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Pineapple-Basil Relish

Green Beans with Feta and Mint

Toasted Pound Cake–Ice Cream Sundaes

Laid-Back Summer Get Together 

SERVES 4

Heirloom Tomato Salad with Feta and Capers

Chicken and Vegetable Kebabs with Minted Rice Pilaf

Balsamic Marinated Roasted Peppers with Basil

Summer Fruit Tart with Phyllo Crust

Comforting Autumn Dinner 

SERVES 4

Bratwursts and Sauerkraut Braised in Beer

Warm Potato Salad with Mustard Dressing

Honey-Glazed Autumn Apple Cake

Snow Day at Home 

SERVES 4

Roasted Red Pepper Beef Stew

Mashed Potatoes with Leeks and Garlic

Oranges with Fresh Raspberry Sauce and Chocolate

Casual Asian Dinner 

SERVES 6

Steamed Shrimp Dumplings with Soy Dipping Sauce

Orange-Basil Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Roasted Pineapple and Raspberries with Lemon Sorbet

Dinner for Two 

SERVES 2

Honeydew and Prosciutto Skewers

Honey Roasted Carrots

Spice-Rubbed Lamb Chops with Grape Tomato–Couscous

Double Chocolate Puddings

Come for Cocktails 

SERVES 12

Italian Sausage and Spinach-Stuffed Mushrooms

Bacon–Cheddar Cheese Tarts

Roasted Potato Slices with Smoked Salmon Spread

Chickpea and Tomato Pita Pizzas

Curry Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli with Yogurt-Mint Sauce

Chocolate Drizzled Cranberry-Chocolate Biscotti

Game Time Party 

SERVES 6

Toasted Snack Mix

Apple, Celery, and Walnut Salad with Dijon Dressing

Chicken Chili with Black Beans and Sweet Potato

Easy White Chocolate Drop Cookies

Southern Supper 

SERVES 4

Artichoke–White Bean Dip with Veggies and Pita Chips

Blackened Cajun Catfish

Louisiana Rice Pilaf

Celery Root Salad

Benne Wafers

Easter Dinner 

SERVES 6

Red Pepper–Basil Dip with Spring Vegetables

Spinach and Endive Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette

Grilled Rack of Lamb with Lemon-Mint Crust

Asparagus with Chopped Egg and Dill

Lemon-Yogurt Tart

Passover Dinner 

SERVES 12

Matzo Ball Soup with Homemade Chicken Broth

Wine-Braised Beef Brisket

Asparagus-Mushroom Matzo Farfel

Lemon Green Beans with Pine Nuts

Coconut-Almond Macaroons

Rosh Hashanah Menu 

SERVES 6

Roasted Beet and Fresh Plum Salad

Orange-Rosemary Glazed Turkey Breast

Oven Roasted Kale with Caramelized Onions

Apricot-Raisin Spice Cake

Hanukkah Buffet 

SERVES 6

Potato-Turnip Latkes

Mustard and Herb-Crusted Salmon

Chopped Salad with Feta Cheese

Roasted Ratatouille

Harvest Fruit Strudels with Pecans

Children’s Halloween Party 

SERVES 6

Creamy Salsa Dip with Vegetables

Crispy Chicken Strips with Buttermilk Dipping Sauce

Caramel Apples

Thanksgiving Dinner 

SERVES 12

Honey-Brined Turkey with Homemade Gravy

Pear and Sage Stuffing

Green Beans and Mushrooms with Walnuts

Maple-Orange Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Fresh Cranberry Sauce with Dried Apricots

Ginger-Pumpkin Cheesecake

Christmas Dinner 

SERVES 12

Crabmeat and Avocado Salad in Endive

Crown Roast of Pork with Cranberry-Rice Pilaf

Parsnip and Potato Mash with Chives

Rosemary-Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Carrots

Almond-Pear Linzer Tart