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Omelet With Mozzarella, Spinach And Roasted Red Peppers

The combination of rich roasted red peppers and spinach bursts with flavor for a unique and hearty omelet. With a light salad and toast, it's a quick dinner.

Tarragon, Chive And Caper Deviled Eggs

The beauty of the deviled egg is the ease of preparation, the endless variations -- and the fact that they are a real crowd-pleaser at cookouts and picnics. Read more about this recipe at Coconut & Lime.

Tarragon-Garlic Deviled Eggs With Radishes And Mixed Greens

These are not the mayonnaise-drenched deviled eggs of childhood. Garlic, tarragon and Dijon mustard flavor this sophisticated twist on the classic. Wash them down with a glass of chilled rosé from Provence. Read more about this recipe at the Cookthink blog.

Zucchini Frittata With Tomato Confit

For a light but satisfying supper, a frittata hits the spot. Anything you could put into a French omelet can go into the Italian version of an omelet. Plus, several servings can be made at once. Read more about this recipe at the Washington Post.

Arugula And Spring Onion Frittata

Frittatas are great at room temperature, so they are perfect for entertaining. One warning, though: Resist the urge to cut back on the oil. It's all that stands between you and a stuck-in-the-pan mess. Read more about this recipe at the Washington Post.

Egg Noodles With Peas And Parmesan

In the world of pasta sauces, it's hard to think of an easier and more universally appealing sauce than butter. Peas and parmesan are a great combination of sweet and salty.

Cream Cheese And Blueberry Danish

The dough for these pastries must chill for at least 8 hours, so this is definitely a plan-ahead treat. Read more about this recipe at The Washington Post.

White Bean Crostini With Rosemary

Doesn't this recipe sound good? It is. If you'd like some ideas about what to eat with it, click on the "goes with..." tab to the left. For the lowdown on ingredients, techniques and tools, click on "related tips."

Yellow Gazpacho

Yellow tomatoes make this gazpacho . . . yellow. It's also chilly (if you refrigerate it for an hour or two), unctuous, full from the bread, and bright. Add more salt, pepper, olive oil or vinegar at the end to suit your taste. Substitute cilantro or basil for the parsley, too.

Italian Broccoli And Potato Soup

Craving a hearty and warming soup? This one is for you. A touch of cream adds body, and tastes great with the tender potatoes and broccoli. For an explanation of "light cream," quickly scroll through the Related Tips to the left.

White Bean Soup

This is a Southwesternish take on an easy white bean soup. Cumin adds a homey, smoky flavor and yogurt adds creaminess and tartness. Bean soups are popular all over the world. You could exchange the herbs and spices and take it just about any direction you want.

White Bean Salad With Garlic, Lemon And Parsley

Lemon juice, garlic and fresh parsley team up to complement the creamy, starchy white beans in this simple salad. Just about any other bean would work here too.