Vegan

We loved L.A. chef Mary Sue Milliken's crisp baked-tortilla crackers in her pool-party menu (August 2000). Here, we invent our own version of them.

Active time: 45 min Start to finish: 45 min We created this recipe using Louis P. De Gouy's article on green salad and agree with the quote he includes from Fred Allen: "A salad should be dressed like Dorothy Lamour — adequate but lightly."

Active time: 2 hr Start to finish: 3 hr (plus 1 week for flavors to develop)

This recipe was created to accompany Tomatillo Salsa . Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

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.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Orange juice adds zip to the dressing.

Can be prepared for 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A sophisticated, do-ahead hors d'oeuvre.

Rather than frying many batches of small latkes on the stove, you can prepare two large ones that are browned in the oven, then cut into wedges. Offer the Three-Apple Applesauce alongside.

Rosemary, chives and parsley enhance this delicious combination.

This recipe was given to me by one of my favorite farmers at my local market in Louviers, Normandy.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.