THERE’S one way to get a great TV dinner: Avoid the freezer. After eating a few, I realized everything on the tray could be easily improved just by starting from scratch. And so I set out to take the ...

First, wash the oranges thoroughly and cut them in half, then squeeze them with a juicer and collect the juice in a saucepan. Set aside the seeds by collecting them in a muslin bag. Thoroughly empty ...

This marmalade is bright and not too bitter. I blanch the peels once to remove some of the bitterness and add more lemon juice than the typical recipe calls for. If you like more bitter marmalade, ...

Makes 21/2 to 4 cups and keeps refrigerated for 3 to 4 days. Serve with pita bread or raw vegetables as a dip, or as a side dish with grilled chicken or seafood. The dipping sauce improves if it can ...