Flaky, crispy, cheesy, spicy Nacho Puffs are a cross between nachos and cheese puffs – and they’re addictive.

Aunt Susan’s Lemonade is the taste of summer, made with freshly squeezed lemon, lime and orange juices infused with cool mint and served icy cold.

Vanilla Pound Cake is the perfect foundation for layering with fruit or ice cream, and just as perfect enjoyed perfectly plain.

Watermelon Salsa is the salsa of summer: the coolest, the juiciest, the most surprising and refreshing dip for tortilla chips, and a bright and flavorful topping for grilled fish or chicken.

Tex-Mex Pasta Salad is crammed with diced chicken, Cheddar cheese, black beans, corn and peppers, coated with a zingy chili-spiced dressing, and topped with a generous jumble of diced avocado and crumbled bacon.

This crispy, sweet Coconut French Toast with its topping of juicy tropical fruits will transport you to the islands.

Asparagus Cordon Bleu is a fresh and plant-forward twist on the traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu, with peak-season asparagus wrapped with ham and cheese and topped with a creamy cremini mushroom sauce.

Smoked Salmon Spread is cool and creamy, bursting with the flavors of salty salmon and fresh herbs. Serve it with crackers or crudités, or as a sophisticated spread for sandwiches or bagels.

This homemade version of Keebler’s Fudge Stripe Cookies is so much better than the original I remembered from childhood, with a tender butter cookie base dipped in and topped with a blend of premium milk and semisweet chocolates.

Buttery soft sirloin develops deep flavor after a short soak in a spicy rub spiked with jalapeño peppers, chili powder and fresh lime. Pan roasting gives this marinated beef a crusty char and a tender, juicy center.