Toasted coconut is a cinch to prepare and is a great topping for ice cream, cake or your favorite sweet treat.

A classic muffin just in time for the summer months. A little lemon zest is always a great compliment to blueberry-based sweets.

Meaning rooster’s beak in Spanish, pico de gallo is a traditional, fresh salsa that can be served with a taco, quesadilla or tortilla chips.

A blend of avocado, Mexican crema and lime juice make a great taco accompaniment that can replace your typical guacamole.

Balsamic syrup is a delicious, sweet-tangy topping for both sweet and savory dishes. Try it with fruit, ice cream, vegetables or meat.

These chorizo tacos are served up with pico de gallo, avocado crema and queso fresco on corn tortillas. Feel free to mix and match toppings.

The strawberries in this dish are cooked with balsamic vinegar and sugar, creating a deep, rich flavor. Balsamic syrup is a great topper.

The anchovies in this Caesar inspired dressing provide a rich, umami flavor. Try it with asparagus, arugula or even baby spinach.

This soup is creamy, sweet and smoky. Corn and scallions are rubbed in chipotle chili powder, grilled and pureed with broth and cream.

Fresh, shaved asparagus, peppery arugula and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese pair perfectly with my Caesar inspired Lemon Anchovy Vinaigrette.

The bright and tangy lemon filling is the perfect contrast to the buttery shortbread crust. Lemon Squares are an American classic.

Chinese Pepper Steak – Ditch the takeout tonight. Baking soda is the secret ingredient to make the beef extra tender.

These basic waffles can be served up a hundred different ways, but maple syrup and butter never go out of style.

Thick, fluffy buttermilk pancakes filled with bursting blueberries and a bit of lemon zest for extra flavor.

Classic Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins, topped with a lemon glaze. Fluffy, sweet and tangy. Perfect for a spring time breakfast.

Yellow rice flavored with chicken broth, cumin, turmeric, onions and peas. A delicious, versatile side dish!