The Hearn’s Cocktail — Irish whiskey makes this drink perfect for St. Patrick’s Day

Warm Lentil Salad with Bacon — top this bistro-style dish with poached egg for extra savor.

Vegan Mulligatawny Soup with Cabbage — chickpeas add depth to this spicy Indian-style soup

Duck, Lentil, and Kale Soup — a healthy, flavorful way to use leftover duck

The Washington Cocktail — a taste of American history

Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork — easy recipe, succulent flavor

Slow Cooker Homestyle Chili — so easy, and just like mom used to make

The Leap Year Cocktail — a smooth charmer created by a legendary mixologist

Chocolate Almond Sesame Bars — a rich decadent holiday treat

Wine-Braised Beef Pot Roast — easy and classic French-style cooking (that’s also down home)

The Frostbite Cocktail — hints of chocolate add holiday cheer

Crispy Shredded Hash Brown Potatoes — this easy homemade dish beats your local diner’s version

Cornmeal Pancakes — these updated “johnnycakes” are festive breakfast fare

Spicy Roast Winter Squash Soup — healthy flavor for hearty winter appetites.

The Yale Cocktail — hints of violet add zest to this aromatic drink

Mushroom and White Bean Ragout — perfect for Meatless Monday; and fancy enough for Saturday night company