Better Homes and Gardens March 2014 Recipes

Click the arrows to browse all the recipes featured in the issue. Looking for recommendations? Here's what our food team favors:

Spring Salad
"This salad tastes just as beautiful as it looks. It's bursting with sweet and bright flavor," one editor says.

Browned Butter Fennel Gratin
"I loved the creamy goodness of this baked dish. Best of all, it was loaded with plenty of fennel flavor."

Pickled Carrot Ribbons
"These carrots are the ultimate crunchy snack. I've got a jar in my fridge and I put them on everything," another editor says.

Serve our Italian-inspired roast with creamy white beans for a stunning Easter dish or special Sunday supper. Simmered -- hands off -- for two hours in a rich tomato and wine sauce, our succulent pot roast is melt-in-your-mouth tender.

An irresistible combination of sweet strawberries, spicy radishes, and crisp sugar snap peas creates the perfect spring salad. Loaded with vibrant colors and satisfying crunch, this flavorful salad celebrates the season's freshest produce.

Wake up the flavors of classic pot roast with the familiar aroma of coffee and the heat of red pepper flakes. A helping of crushed pineapple brings an unexpected sweetness to balance the spice.   

Coffee adds rich flavor to this elegant pot roast. We'll show you how to make this simple, one-pot meal that's perfect for entertaining.

We've draped young carrots, mushrooms, and sweet pearl onions in a silky wine sauce for an elegant seasonal side dish. A quick braise gives the spring vegetables a crisp yet tender bite.

Similar in texture to flank steak, flat iron steak is a lean, flavorful, and tender cut of meat. We’ve topped our juicy steaks with a garlicky Greek-inspired salad of sweet grape tomatoes, ripe green olives, and tangy feta cheese. Perfect for a weeknight meal, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes!

Our rich, creamy gratin is an indulgent contrast of textures and flavors. Bake sweet onion and fennel with fragrant brown butter and nutty Gruyere cheese until golden and bubbly. Add crunch with chopped hazelnuts and toasted bread crumbs.  

Transform a traditional Irish dinner into a quick and easy main-dish salad. Toss  cabbage and corned beef with a zesty dressing laced with horseradish.

They say everything's better with bacon, and we agree! Rendered bacon adds rich, smoky flavor to our garlicky pot roast. We add tender new potatoes to the pot -- perfect for soaking up all the delicious juices.

Put a fresh spin on asparagus. After a quick Asian-inspired marinade, crisp asparagus is rolled with smoky ham, tender lettuce, and eggs for an impressive and delicious appetizer.

Make-Ahead Tip: To make ahead, wrap spring rolls in plastic wrap and chill for up to 4 hours.

Our food editor Hali Ramdene shows you how to whip up this fresh and easy party appetizer.

This sophisticated tart recipe couldn't be easier, thanks to prepackaged puff pastry dough. We've topped the golden, flaky shells with sweet lemon-roasted beets, tangy goat cheese, and fresh thyme.

Slightly sweeter than the traditional version, our spring pea pesto is made with fresh basil and sharp Parmesan cheese. When spooned over al dente pasta and topped with crisp prosciutto, you have a flavorful weeknight meal that's ready in less than 30 minutes.

Your family will never guess there's cauliflower in this cheesy, creamy spread with a secret serving of vegetables. We love it spread on toast, slathered on sandwiches, and paired with fresh veggies as a dip.

Put an end to bland vegetables. We've added subtle heat to tender carrots with a slightly sweet Sriracha glaze.  Sriracha -- a fiery blend of garlic, chili, and vinegar -- can be found in the Asian aisle of most supermarkets.  

Editor's Tip: Try a new type of carrot in this recipe. Many grocery stores carry both orange and yellow varieties.

Ground turkey lowers the fat without sacrificing taste in this healthy twist on a saucy comfort food. Smoky poblano peppers add heat to our sweet and tangy sandwich filling.

Our creamy polenta serves up a double play on the earthy flavors of curry and beets for an easy weeknight side. While the beets roast in the oven, prepare the fragrant and rich cornmeal mixture.

Fresh ginger, rich soy, and spicy garlic add a zesty Asian kick to classic pot roast. Finish the flavorful meat with mushrooms, sweet peppers, and a quick pan sauce.