Green Beans & Red Onion Salad

This picnic salad is perfect to pack along for a meal alfresco. If made ahead, cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours. For a dressed-up variation, add crumbled blue cheese and slivered almonds just before serving. …

Raita

This high-flavored, low-fat dip can be served with toasted pita bread triangles. Brush both sides of pita breads lightly with olive oil and toast quickly on the grill. Cut into wedges.…

West African Ribs

Looking for something different to do with ribs besides the same old barbecue sauce? These roasted ribs definitely fit the bill. Serve with seasoned couscous, warmed pita bread and glazed carrots. …

Istanbul Ribs

Give pork ribs the fresh twist with mint and garlic. Serve with flatbread, rice pilaf, fried eggplant and fresh peaches. …

North Beach Pork Bocconcini

“Little bites” redolent of Mediterranean flavors become an easy favorite for hot appetizers. North Beach is the renowned San Francisco Italian neighborhood. …

Tys Sweet Chops

A sweet and savory mixture of dates, molasses and onion predominates in this tender pork chop oven dinner. Assemble and put in the oven; prepare a green salad dressed with garlicky vinaigrette and heat a loaf of French bread. Dinner …