Cilantro Pesto Pasta Salad

This make-ahead pasta salad is rich with cilantro flavor and color, and also sports pine nuts and black olives. Serve it with spicy ribs off the grill and corn on the cob. …

Caesar Vegetable Dip

Have this dip as part of a tail-gating party or with an appetizer buffet. Give it time to allow the flavors to mingle before serving. …

Irene’s Steak Butter

Who says steak can’t be for pork? Basic grilled pork chops are given a burst of flavor from this condiment. …

Peppery Potato Salad

This is not your grandmother’s potato salad. Give a little kick to potato salad with this layered version of the summer classic. Horseradish and radishes give extra flavor and crunch. Serve with your favorite backyard meals like Backyard Barbecue Spareribs