This sophisticated roulade starts with quick beef steak that’s rolled around nutty pesto and bacon. This make-ahead meal is perfect for entertaining.

This juicy flank steak is grilled with a spicy honey-molasses mixture and then tossed with Parmigiano-Reggiano, romaine, lettuce and Dijon-Worcestershire vinaigrette. Its excellent for fancy dinner ideas; serve with a Belgian IPA.

Here’s a ribeye steak recipe that packs a punch. The aromatic combination of roasted garlic, butter, shallot, rosemary and sage works well on other rich meats too such as venison. Serve with the caramelized onions.

If you purchased some fresh spring asparagus from your local farmer’s market, consider turning some into a salad. Blanching the asparagus makes it tender-crisp, and retains the vibrant green color. Chop up some boiled eggs and crisp bacon, and you have a lovely spring salad that could be a side dish or a light lunch. Drizzle it with homemade honey-balsamic dressing.