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Rote Grütze "My husband and I always have the Rote Grütze at the Kempinski Hotel Atlantic when in Hamburg, Germany," says Mary Futchik of Naples, Florida. "Could you could help us get the recipe?" Consider this a cross between a spoonable pudding and a fruit soup.

When making this salad, which is lightly spiked with jalapeño pepper, have all the ingredients prepared ahead. Then just toss them together as close to serving time as possible to keep the flavors fresh.

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

This chutney makes a fine accompaniment to chicken, turkey, and sausage.

Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 1 hr

Parsley and thyme replace the usual basil in this sauce. Try it on cooked vegetables.

As these little chocolate-dipped cookies bake, they fall and spread somewhat, so they won't be as tall as when first piped onto the baking sheets.

Rich, refreshing and easy — the perfect finale to an elegant summer dinner.

A delightful new take on shortcakes. Adding a bit of gelatin to the cream helps maintain its volume when whipped.

Brandysnaps are popular in Scotland, and lemon curd is a British fixture. Here is a double treat of lemon curd: Some goes into the ice cream; the rest is offered as a sauce.

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

(Onion, Anchovy, and Olive Tarts)

This recipe was created to accompany Crudités and Grilled Sausages with Sweet and Hot Chutneys.