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A vanilla bean is an extravagance that lends a note of sophistication to this drink, but extract is a fine substitute.

Horchata is a refreshing iced drink served in Mexico. It is made with almonds, raw rice, or melon seeds.

To get the most juice out of lemons, be sure they're at room temperature when you squeeze them.

If desired, the smoothie can be strained to remove the berry seeds, but the seeds contain lots of beneficial dietary fiber.

Heres a cool combination thats excellent with salmon. Because the bulgur is not cooked, it needs to sit overnight in the dressing to soften, so begin preparing it a day ahead.

This is not the salad with feta and olives that most Americans know, but a version popular in the Greek countryside that typically includes a few wild greens foraged from the land. Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 30 min

The sprightly flavors in gremolata, a traditional garnish for osso buco, liven up our Lamb Chops with White Beans and can also add zip to other meats, soups, salads, grains such as rice, or even mashed potatoes. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

What could be better than this racy little salad with its spicy radishes, tender mâche, and crunchy endive tossed in a cool, clear dressing? Your guests can sit back, relax, and sip their wine before diving into the sweet finale of cake and tartlets. Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 30 min

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe, a refined trail mix if you will, is based on mendiants, a traditional French Christmas dish that consists of almonds, figs, hazelnuts, and raisins. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.