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This relish is based on a prize-winning English recipe of more than a generation ago. It is less sweet than traditional chutneys; most of its sweetness comes not from sugar, but from apples, dates, and parsnips. I generally use Winesap apples but any well-flavored, crisp eating apple will do.

Crispy bacon bits and cubed sharp cheddar stud these savory corn muffins spiked with smoked paprika and fresh chives. Ready in 40 minutes from mix.

Sautéed pancetta with balsamic beans simmers crispy pancetta, garlic, crushed tomatoes, and white beans in a sweet-tart honey-balsamic glaze. A rustic Italian side or weeknight main.

Nutty roasted corn, fresh tomatoes and romano beans make this hearty side dish a winner, especially during fresh corn season in the fall.

Strawberry mozzarella salad with romaine, balsamic vinaigrette, and fresh basil ribbons. A summery riff on caprese that trades tomatoes for ripe berries and comes together in 10 minutes.

Minestrone pasta salad with kidney beans, chickpeas, carrots, bell pepper, and Parmesan tossed in Italian dressing. Served warm or cold in 25 minutes.

Pork tenderloin rubbed with oregano, cumin, ancho chile, and smoked paprika, seared golden then roasted alongside honey-glazed baby carrots with jalapeño and garlic. A smoky, one-pan dinner for six.

Old-fashioned divinity candy with holiday, chocolate, and ginger variations. The classic Southern white candy: cloud-light, melt-on-your-tongue texture, made by streaming hot syrup into beaten egg whites.

Spicy black bean chili ready in 25 minutes with pre-seasoned canned beans, salsa-style tomatoes, corn, and melted cheddar on top. A vegetarian weeknight dinner in one skillet.

Spice-marinated pork simmered with butternut squash, chickpeas, and carrots in a warmly spiced broth with paprika, turmeric, and cumin. A hearty one-skillet dinner with North African flair.

Grilled swordfish steaks brushed with a reduced orange juice and red wine vinegar glaze, topped with a fresh orange, tomato, and red onion relish with cilantro.

SPAM breakfast skillet with hash brown potatoes, bell peppers, onion, eggs, hot sauce, and cheddar cheese. A one-pan breakfast scramble that feeds a crowd.

Elegant Italian pasta rolls stuffed with three cheeses, smoked ham, and prosciutto, poached in chicken broth and served over fresh tomato sauce. A masterchef-worthy showpiece.

Salmon pate made with poached fresh salmon and smoked salmon, blended with butter, dill, and sour cream. Sealed with clarified butter for an elegant make-ahead appetizer.

Hearty beef summer vegetable soup with fresh tomatoes, corn, lima beans, and cabbage. Slow-simmered soup with tender beef chunks and garden vegetables.

Thai seafood chili layered with red Thai chili paste, dry red wine, clam juice, and Italian tomatoes. Loaded with clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, and white fish. A make-ahead seafood stew with serious heat.