Dill

Crème fraîche makes these potatoes extra rich and utterly delicious.

The tofu in this chowder provides a richness surprisingly similar to that of cream but without the fat and cholesterol. Your guests will never know the difference; our tasters didn't. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

The small white onions called cipolline are exceptionally sweet.

Thanks to a generous amount of basil, mint and dill, this salad is quite refreshing. It can be taken to a picnic in a covered container that is stored in a cooler.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 30 min

Here is a savory soda bread with the distinct flavor of dill seeds.

Some classic Scandinavian flavors show up in this simple-to-make, cross-cultural pizza, made even easier by the use of frozen bread dough.

Serve with: Red cabbage slaw and pickles. Dessert: Fudge brownies.

Zucchini and dill add a fresh twist to the classic, which is a winner served with other summer classics, like sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers and barbecued chicken.

This recipe was created to accompany Broiled Salmon Fillet with Mustard Dill Sauce Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

"I made this recipe in a cooking class I taught here in Vancouver, and the crowd was so pleased they gave me a standing ovation," says Sylvia Molnar of Vancouver, British Columbia. "It's a gorgeous dish that's even better served with lemon-scented rice or potatoes." Garnish with dill sprigs, if desired.