5 Ingredients or Fewer

A treat for mint julep fans. Traditional silver mint julep cups or frozen parfait glasses add a nice accent at serving time.

Like a traditional basil pesto, this sauce can also be mixed with pasta, stirred into soup for a lively accent or spread over grilled fish.

A nice accompaniment to Blackberry and Apricot Compote. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Delicious with chicken, pork or steak.

This is really a base for other soups that can also be served on it's own — but consider adding some jalapeño pepper, cilantro, and lime juice; or diced tomato, chopped parsley, matchsticks of zucchini, and thinly sliced basil; cooked peas and small leaves of spinach; lemongrass, curry leaves, and lime juice; or any other seasoning group that seems enjoyable.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

In addition to dressing greens, this is especially good drizzled over sliced avocado. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Great with chicken, turkey burgers or steak.

Wrapped in colorful cellophane, these chewy caramels make a great gift for friends with a sweet tooth.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

An easy-to-make sauce to accompany grilled chicken or to toss with pasta. Sprinkle the pasta with some crumbled feta cheese before serving, if desired. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Serve these with a salad and some sausage for a hearty main course.

(COMPOSTA DI CILIEGE E ALBICOCCHE) Delicious with the Rice Pudding Cake or with biscotti or vanilla ice cream.