There are still tomatoes in this recipe, so I didn’t deviate too far from my roots. But the creamy coconut milk and sweet spice of ginger and garam masala made this dish cozy. The spinach adds color and nutrients. And the chickpeas make this a great source of protein on any meatless meal night.

The sausage brings a warmth and spice to the broth, which has a little bit of a tomato base. The fennel sweetens once it’s cooked, adding a nice compliment to the white beans. It’s one of those soups perfect for a colder evening in the late fall and winter.

This is the only ranch dip you'll ever eat again. It's a simple 4 ingredient recipe that will have everyone in your party gathered around the app table. It's a staple at every family gathering of mine.

The real star of this recipe is the roasted artichoke hearts (high in folate and vitamin C). I love the sweet aftertaste, especially combined with lemon. Sprinkled on top are julienned sun dried tomatoes for an extra tanginess and texture. I use some of the oil from the sun dried tomato jar to coat the roasting pan, giving the fish a well rounded flavor.

This is the time of year, when the tomatoes and garlic are fresh out of the garden, to make this salad weekly. It “keeps” for a few days in the fridge. The kale actually gets better the longer it’s marinated in the olive oil and lemon.

There’s nothing better in the summer than a dark pink, sweet watermelon. One of my favorite salads to make for a gathering is arugula with diced watermelon and feta cheese. The only issue with salads at parties: it gets sloppy. Thus the inspiration for this easy grab and go appetizer!

When I came across this cocktail, my heart ached a little knowing how much my grandma would have loved it. The combination of Limoncello and Prosecco floating around a lemon sorbet is sinfully citrus and perfect for a warm and humid summer evening.

When you see "bring a dish to share" in a large group text, it can induce a little panic. But, I guarantee this Artichoke and Olive Salsa will become your go-to dish. It's so refreshing and pairs perfectly with tortilla chips or crackers.