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Complete the tropical scene by garnishing these pink drinks with paper umbrellas or (unsprayed) orchids.

If you are looking for a cookie that's lower in calories than your favorite chocolate chip recipe, whip up a batch of these palate-pleasing bites from pastry chef Heather Norkin. They're easy to make, and almost all of the fat is the heart-friendly unsaturated kind, from the pecans.

These are great with salsa.

Tired of the same old tuna sandwich? Try this mayoless version — it just may be the best we've ever tasted.

Don't let the simplicity of this pasta dish fool you — it's packed with irresistable springtime flavors.

Let guests mix their own Bellinis — it's a great ice-breaker, and allows everyone to custom-blend their drinks.

Unlike their larger siblings, baby artichokes have no thistly choke and are completely edible. Despite the name, they're fully mature.

In this easy and hugely satisfying pasta dish, arugula is transformed from peppery leaf into powerhouse pesto.

Here, lemon vinaigrette sharpens creamy white beans for a lively vegetarian meal.

Brunch isn't really brunch without sparkling cocktails. This is an almond-flavored take on the classic.

Make this multicolored salad a day ahead and chill it overnight for best flavor.

Enriched with coarsely mashed potatoes, this lively soup makes for an easy supper. Serve the Accompaniments in separate bowls for an interactive touch.