The addition of goat cheese, apricots, and pesto lends a Mediterranean flavor to chicken. The pesto is made with fresh mint and almonds, rather than the usual basil and pine nuts.

American Cheddar Burgers

Refreshingly mint); this combination of shrimp and very thin pasta is a fine dish for an elegant warm-weather dinner.

Although it takes just minutes to put together, this savory tart makes an impressive main course. A simple green salad completes the meal. The tart is also a lovely addition to a buffet or a potluck.

These is nothing complex about this recipe, but the flavor is incredibly rich and creamy. Way beyond your average egg salad!

Those reliable staples, bacon and eggs, are supported by a thin pasta such as capellini or vermicelli to make an irresistible entrée for a casual supper.

This is a simple recipe for baked beans, and oh so good.

Baked Beans

Baking pasta with cheese on top creates a chewy and crispy topping kids will love. You can assemble the dish ahead and refrigerate it, then bake it right before dinner.

Because preparing fresh squash can be time-consuming, we used frozen squash as a shortcut here. You can substitute an equal amount of puréed fresh squash.