Citrus

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Don't let the name fool you. This chicken is sweet from the honey, but it's also very spicy from a jalapeño chili and plenty of black pepper. Frosty lager beer and orzo salad are cooling accompaniments. The chicken needs to marinate for at least four hours, so begin preparing it ahead of time.

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

This is a great marinade for any fish; start marinating at least 15 minutes and up to 1 hour before grilling or sautéing. This recipe is an accompaniment for Sautéed Shrimp with Chipotle Chilies.

The sweet oranges and the smoky bacon in this salad balance the gentle bitterness of the radicchio; the pecans give the whole thing a nutty crunch.

This lovely and satisfying main course uses light coconut milk, Thai red curry paste and jalapeño chili for lots of flavor and spice.

Cuban-Style Roast Pork

A quick bread that's full of seasonal flavors.

Bright, fresh flavors star in this holiday salad.

Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 20 min

For many Southerners the holidays wouldn't be the same without coconut cake. Because coconuts can be difficult nuts to crack — especially for cooks new to the task — we offer an easy method that involves baking the coconut briefly (which does not alter the coconut's flavor appreciably). If the coconut doesn't crack while in the oven, it will once force is applied.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Offer with lots of hot tortillas and cold beer.