Less inspiring than some personalized cookbooks, this guide covers a range of basics.
Recipes
Anything can be coleslaw if you know what you’re doing
Vary the veggies and the dressings.
Agua fresca: Fruity refreshment without the sugar rush
The cold treat for hot days is made with any fruit you like, plus chunks of frozen watermelon.
Add spark to Fourth of July tradition with crispy salmon and sauce
The New England holiday entree is better than ever with some tartness on top.
It’s easy to fill up on green beans in a garlicky glaze
With protein and lots of vitamins, this vegetable can be a centerpiece for meatless meals.
The Maine Ingredient: Spice up a picnic with mango-bean salad and bold brownies
Both of these dishes break out of the box of average party foods.
Demand stays high for pricier lobster rolls, the cupcake of the seas
Steeper costs squeeze purveyors of the crustacean on a bun, who hustle to keep customers from Maine to D.C. satisfied.
Outdoor grilled ratatouille creates lovely summertime charm
It’s a happy complement to any grilled meat or fish.
Four dips to make you the talk of the summer potluck
Onion, avocado, eggplant and walnuts factor into these great tastes.
‘Citrus’ is a cookbook devoted to all things sweet and sour
The author gathers diverse ways to make the most of the tart fruits and their juices.