Recipes with salt

Patriotic layered parfaits with red gelatin, creamy vanilla pudding, and fresh blueberries. These make-ahead Fourth of July desserts look stunning in clear glasses.

Giant oatmeal chocolate chip cookies loaded with a full 24 ounces of chips, grated Hershey bar, and optional nuts. A massive batch recipe rolled golf ball-sized for thick, chewy cookies.

Chocolate chip pecan cookies made with golden shortening and brown sugar for a chewy center and crispy edge. Big, bakery-style drop cookies that spread wide and stay soft inside.

Chicken soup with light, fluffy matzo balls, parsnips, broccoli, and mushrooms in a savory broth. A vegetable-loaded twist on the classic Jewish comfort soup, finished with fresh dill.

Breakfast burritos pack scrambled eggs, ground beef, diced potatoes, and sharp cheddar into warm flour tortillas. A hearty Tex-Mex morning hand-held that beats any drive-thru.

Indian-style fresh kachumber: tomato, red onion, fresh chili, and ginger tossed with lemon juice and salt. The crisp, tangy 5-minute side dish for channa masala, dal, or aloo parathas.

A delicious curry dish made with green lentils and mixed vegetables.

Whole roast chicken stuffed with olive and breadcrumb dressing, basted in peach nectar. Sage, celery, and parsley round out a sweet-savory stuffing baked low and slow.

Country ham and hominy bread is a Southern-style yeast loaf studded with crispy ham, caramelized onion, Anaheim chilies, and yellow hominy. Cornmeal crust, crescent shape, serious savory bite.

Asparagus vichyssoise made in the microwave with fresh asparagus, potatoes, and skim milk. This light, low-fat cold soup is blended silky-smooth and chilled overnight for a refreshing make-ahead starter.

Whole-wheat couscous pilaf with chicken broth, hot sauce and fresh parsley. Healthy 10-minute side dish with a touch of heat.

Traditional Pizza Rustica with Italian Meats and Mint recipe

Cream of green chile soup with potatoes, Monterey Jack cheese, and crispy corn tortilla strips. A rich, cumin-spiced bowl straight from New Mexico's kitchen.

Pork vindaloo is the Goan classic where cubes of pork braise in a fiery spice paste of cumin, mustard, fenugreek, cinnamon, and red chilies bound with white wine vinegar. A hot-and-sour curry that gets better the day after.

Light spinach dip made with low-fat cottage cheese and yogurt instead of sour cream. Fresh spinach, lemon juice, and green onions in a creamy, tangy base.

Blueberry ketchup blends ripe berries with tomato, plums, ginger, and warm spice into a savory-sweet condiment. Pair with grilled meats, cheese boards, or burgers for unexpected depth.