Easy No-Stir Oven Polenta — serve this gluten-free goodie as a side, or as the bed for a saucy main

Italian Pork Ragu for Pasta or Polenta — think of this as Italian Pulled Pork.

The Harvard Cocktail — this Ivy Leaguer is top of its class.

The Golden Dream Cocktail — this dessert drink tastes kinda sorta like a Creamsicle

Chocolate Chip Bars — your kids won’t trade away these lunch box goodies

Tomato, Cucumber, and White Bean Salad — this summer-fresh vegan delight works as a main or side.

The Suffering Bastard Cocktail— aka The Suffering Bar Steward, this refreshing slow sipper was concocted as a hangover remedy.

The Lemon Drop Cocktail — better than candy

BLT Pasta with Goat Cheese — garden-fresh produce lightens this summery dish

The Cosmopolitan Cocktail — yeah, it’s girly pink, but it tastes really good.

Sautéed Corn with Chilies and Bacon — this quick dish is equally tasty made with fresh or frozen corn.

The Cape Codder Cocktail — this summer cooler is a breeze to make

Hungarian-Style Cold Cherry Soup — red wine livens up this summer starter.

Summer Pea Soup with Mint — this warm-weather starter is great served hot or cold.

The Bijou Cocktail — bijou means “jewel” in French, and this drink is a true gem

The Golden Dawn Cocktail — wake up to a party in a glass

Pepper Coleslaw with Garlic Vinaigrette — perk up your cookouts with this colorful, tangy slaw.

Summer Green-Bean Salad — garlic vinaigrette turns green (string) beans into a perky starter or side.

The Bamboo Cocktail — bright flavor, low alcohol makes this the perfect warm-weather apéritif.