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Leftover crème fraîche makes a delicious accompaniment to fruit desserts.

To prevent the arugula from wilting, let the chicken cool slightly before serving.

To fry the sage leaves for garnish, place them in hot oil until they start to curl, about 3 seconds; remove with a slotted spoon.

Serve this dish with arugula, tomatoes, blanched green beans, and crumbled Parmesan cheese tossed with extra-virgin olive oil and vinegar.

Save extra pesto to use on other grilled meats or fish. It will last up to 1 week in the refrigerator.

Low-fat plain yogurt can be used instead.

A tasty herb oil is a nice alternative to a heavy or complicated sauce. It’s quick and easy to make, and it looks and tastes great. Herb oil can be refrigerated up to 2 days before using; bring to room temperature before serving.

Grilled knockwurst goes well with yellow or Dijon mustard and soft pretzels. The knockwurst will char quickly on the grill; be sure to turn it frequently.