What the heck is Quorn? (By Robin Asbell)

Roasted Acorn Squash with Wild Rice Stuffing

Delicious as a main or a side, this vegetarian dish is packed with hearty, healthy goodies. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Milk Chocolate Crêpe Terrine

Heaven for crêpe-lovers, this terrine layers chocolate sauce and crêpes. (By Stéphane Reynaud)

Bulgur with Zucchini and Herbs

A side dish that’s not to be thrown aside. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Cucumber and Green Grape Gazpacho

Gazpacho goes green as tart grapes and cooling cucumbers replace tomatoes. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Marble Cheesecake Bars

Cheesecake you eat with your hands. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Garlicky Kale and Spinach Dip

Kale and spinach give body to this pestolike dip. (By Kate Ramos)

Spicy Turkey Jerky

A combination of condiments and spice revives ho-hum turkey breast. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Caramelized Onion Dip

The addition of goat cheese mimics the zip of Lipton’s famous onion soup mix. (By Kate Ramos)

Pasta Salad with Spinach, Olives, and Mozzarella

Simple, healthy, and perfect for lunch or a light dinner. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Fresh Corn and Tomato Salad

The sweetness of fresh corn and tomatoes gets tamed by lemon juice and thinly sliced basil. (By Kate Ramos)

Flank Steak Salad with Arugula

Hearty yet healthy, this salad has black beans, black-eyed peas, red onions, and sweet bell peppers. (By Ray Lee)

Nectarine-Amaretto Sour

A fruity spin on a classic drink. (By Kate Ramos)

Ricotta Salata–Stuffed Figs with Port Reduction

A beautiful, addictive appetizer. (By Aida Mollenkamp and Amy Wisniewski)

Pear, Poire

Pear eau de vie with a side of pear and a touch of bubbly. (By Nick Mautone)