Content tagged with “Entertaining, formal” (Page 14)

Watermelon Slush
A refreshing Middle Eastern street drink.

Green Tea & Mango Splash
Feel the island breezes as you sip this cooling concoction.

Greek Iced Coffee
This frothy delight is a great summer treat when the summer heat makes hot coffee less appealing.

Latin Limeade
A bracing drink traditionally sweetened with unrefined sugar.

Berry Frozen Yogurt
Somewhere between a fruity sorbet and a creamy ice cream lies this richly flavored low-fat dessert.

Mixed Greens with Berries & Honey-Glazed Hazelnuts
For a sophisticated starter, try this colorful salad, which marries fresh berries, caramelized nuts and tangy feta...

Mixed Berry-Almond Gratin
How simple and delicious are berries topped with a rich custard and baked into a crusty dessert (or breakfast) gratin....

Quick Pork Saute with Blackberries
A snappy pan sauce made with shallots, port and fruity blackberry nectar transforms basic pork chops into a special-...

Roasted Mango Sorbet
Switching from ice cream to sorbet is an excellent way to reduce saturated fat. This recipe, contributed by Diana...

Tomato Phyllo Tart
This colorful tomato tart will surely impress friends; no one has to know how quickly it comes together. Basil adds a...

Romaine Salad with Chicken, Apricots & Mint
This bright and summery entree salad, which uses a savory apricot puree as both marinade and dressing, makes a...

Rustic Berry Tart
The secret to this free-form tart is the layer of ground almonds under the berries: it thickens the juices, prevents a...

Dark Roast Creme Brulee
Inspired by a recipe developed by Chef Patrick Grangien at Cafe Shelburne in Shelburne, Vermont, this lightened version...

Plum & Apple Compote with Vanilla Custard
Jennifer Sanders of Cambridge, Ontario, came up with this winning combination of plums and apples, which she stews into...

Mushroom & Leek Galette
Tote this savory tart to potlucks and holiday gatherings. It makes perfect party food because it is easy to eat while...

Spinach, Avocado & Mango Salad
Reader Jennifer Sanders contributed this salad, which offers a wealth of color and texture, as well as antioxidants.

Chicken with Green Olives & Prunes
The delicious combination of sweet, tart and savory flavors makes a simple dish the star of a weeknight meal. Serve...

Pork Chops with Apples & Thyme
Round out this lovely autumn meal with barley and pureed winter squash (for added convenience, look for frozen squash).

Tea-Scented Mandarins
An unusual combination of ingredients make a delicious dessert or a healthful afternoon break.

Tropical Fruits with Pistachios & Coconut
Luscious tropical fruit topped with creamy coconut milk and crunchy pistachios is a simple yet delicious dessert.

Savory Breakfast Muffins
If you're tired of sweet breakfast muffins or just looking for a savory breakfast, try these--you'll love the...

Iced Lychees
In China, the creamy lychee fruit is considered good luck. Freezing turns them into a sorbet-like treat.

Curried Corn Bisque
Frozen vegetables are perfect for making soups and we particularly like the fresh flavor of frozen corn. This thick,...

Warm Salmon Salad with Crispy Potatoes
In a kind of updated homage to Swiss rosti, this light salad combines things we love: a bed of crispy potatoes, some...

Herbed Lamb Chops with Greek Couscous Salad
Lamb loin chops are a healthy alternative to the more popular and more fatty lamb shoulder chops. The loin chops have...