Herbs & Spices

In Peru, Quinoa is one of the most nutritious grains cultivated by our ancestors, which we are once again sharing with the world.

Always use firm-fleshed white fish, without skin and bones, to prepare classic ceviche. Avoid oily or fatty varieties of fish.

Most people think of ambrosia salad as a cloud of chunky white fruit in a glass bowl with neatly arranged canned mandarins on top. But we've evolved from those dark ages, and it's high time this salad got a makeover. Ambrosia can be reeeaally delicious, if made with the best, freshest ingredients. If you are even thinking about using dried coconut flakes from a bag, don't bother with this. Sweet fresh coconut meat is what makes it a standout. I don't usually go for aperitifs, but a chilled glass of Lillet is perfect with this salad.

A thousand might be an exaggeration, but this complex syrup can be used many ways. Add to spritzers, drizzle over fruit, mix into yogurt, or spoon onto grapefruit halves (to name just a few).

If you have any doubts about your fish-cooking skills, put an end to them by using a nonstick skillet.

These flavorful grilled mushroom skewers get their pop from a marinade of red wine or Sherry vinegar, garlic, and chopped fresh thyme.

Leaving the skin on chicken cutlets allows them to develop fantastic savory crunch without the need for dredging through flour.

A little honey in the marinade helps these cutlets caramelize, guaranteeing they'll be nicely browned despite the super-short cooking time.

Make this your night one camp-out dinner, when the fish is freshest.

Make the rice before you leave, and pack the vinaigrette in a little jar on the side. You'll thank us, Scout's honor.

We doubt you'll have any leftovers from this homey blueberry cake crowned by a buttery, brown-sugar-sweetened streusel topping, but if you do, it will make a fabulous companion to your morning coffee.

Stash veggie-filled foil packets in the freezer for a weekday breakfast option that cooks in the oven while you go about your morning routine.

These make-ahead packs are perfect for camping trips as well as quick and easy breakfasts on the go.

Leaving the skins on the peaches for the purée makes for a beautifully pink swirl in this refreshing summer dessert.

Parsley, mint, and lemon zest make this herbed oil a versatile condiment for a number of dishes.

The musky-sweet flavor of melon also takes well to red pepper flakes and cracked black pepper.

If you can't find currants (check the farmers' market first), use any other berry or a mix.