Strawberry-Spinach Salad with Balsamic Poppy-Seed Dressing — this seasonal starter says spring!

The Rob Roy Cocktail — even non-scotch drinkers will enjoy this Manhattan variant.

Braised Greens with White Beans — this vegan Italian-style dish makes a great side or main

Glazed Radishes — buttery, slightly sweet, with a mild earthy note; these taste like spring

Moroccan-Spiced Sweet Potato & Chickpea Soup — this vegan dish is spicy but not wild.

The Blackthorn Cocktail — made with Irish whiskey, this elixir is perfect for St. Pat’s Day

Quick and Easy Shrimp Creole — let the good times roll with this spicy New Orleans classic.

Chunky Chicken Chili with Green Chilies — warm up with a spicy and flavorful bowl

Chocolate-Rum Truffles — with rich and decadent flavor, these are a natural for Valentine’s Day

The Hanky Panky Cocktail — this classic cocktail is perfect for Valentine’s Day

Real-Chili Chili Mac Casserole — this cheesy gratin is comfort food for the whole family

Cabbage Chili with Spicy Sausage — black-eyed peas add savor to this healthy cold-weather pleaser

The Fanciulli Cocktail — this classic charmer is essentially a Manhattan made with Fernet-Branca

Cranberry Shrub Cocktail with Bourbon — you can also make a kid-friendly version of this holiday drink

Italian Sesame Cookies — a grown-up treat that’s not over sweet

Roast Carrots and Parsnips with Herbs — the deep, sweet flavor of this dish will please even the veggie averse.

Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes — smoky chipotle revs up this Thanksgiving favorite.

Green Chile Cauliflower ‘n Cheese — a slimmed down, kicked up twist on mac ‘n cheese