A flavorful soup that's a snap to prepare.

Toss wheat cereal and cashews with raisins, dried blueberries, dried cranberries, or chopped dried apricots.

Roast new potatoes with fresh rosemary and a little olive oil.

After combining ingredients, cover and chill for two hours before serving.

To prepare as a gift, strain the vinegar into pretty bottles. Add a fresh sprig of rosemary to each.

Roast for 15 to 20 minutes (depending on thickness of asparagus), shaking once to turn spears. Pour on balsamic vinegar and serve hot or at room temperature.

Roast carrots, turnips, squash, and garlic for about an hour, stirring once or twice.

Farmers across the country raise this sweet, slightly nutty-tasting fish.

Pop these in the oven for 7 to 10 minutes and serve with fresh fruit on skewers.

Rub the fillets with spices, then broil for about eight minutes, turning once.

Serve with hot rice and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.

Costa Ricans, who call themselves "Ticos," regularly eat rice with beans. This meal is generally lightly seasoned, which allows each diner to add condiments to individual taste.