Citrus

If you'd like to make the jalapeño-lime butter one day ahead, use a broiler or gas burner to char the chiles and save the grill prep for the corn.

The cilantro lime topping in this recipe is a Southeast Asian variation on the classic Italian gremolata, which is made with parsley, lemon zest, and garlic. Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 20 min

Active time: 25 min Start to finish: 45 min

A simple drink for any kind of celebration.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A spoonful of this classic compound butter, known as maître d'hôtel butter, makes an instant sauce for anything from grilled steak to sautéed chicken to steamed vegetables. It can also be stirred into soups and stews.

Pour a nice Gamay to enjoy alongside.

Typical Danish ingredients are featured in this easy-to-make condiment; it would be wonderful incorporated into a vinaigrette for cold poached salmon.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

This recipe is an accompaniment for Fried Clams .

Orange juice adds zip to the dressing.

Old-time taste in a hurry. Serve in deep bowls with ice cream or whipping cream.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. This recipe also works with oranges and tangerines: Substitute 2 oranges or 3 tangerines for the grapefruit.

Although bay leaves in this recipe smell delicious and look enticing, they should not be eaten because of their sharp edges.