Mango

This smooth sorbet can be made without an ice cream machine.

This recipe was created to accompany <epi:recipelink id="12400">Pork Tournedos with Blackberry Gastrique and Mango Salsa</epi:recipelink>.

"Last summer I visited my sister in Los Angeles for a week of shopping, going to the beach and dining out," writes Donna M. Savage of Framingham, Massachusetts. "My favorite meal of the trip was at the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills. I had an Indian-style chicken salad that was wonderfully spicy and flavorful. I'd love to try the recipe at home and was hoping that you could get it for me."

Check the supermarket produce section for fresh peeled and sliced mangoes. You'll need about four cups of diced mangoes.

For those who've found the consistency of okra unappealing, there are secrets to keeping it crisp and toothsome: Don't cut into the pod when trimming the stems and don't overcook it.

Franklin serves this dish like a green salad, but it's also

This tangy relish also goes well with chicken or pork.

Ginger and sesame lend an Asian accent.

At Eli's restaurant, this delicious entrée is prepared with local seafood. The dish is good served with rice.

If rice pudding is getting a little too comfortable, try our version with fresh pineapple, mango, and papaya. Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 30 min

Here's proof that an elegant dessert does not have to take hours to make. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Aam Lassi I guarantee that even if you think you don't like yogurt you will love this shake. Combined with mangoes and blended until frothy, lassi is always refreshing, not just at mealtime. The bubbly froth subsides when lassi stands awhile, so whip it again in the blender or whisk it just before serving.

Be sure to use extra-ripe mangoes when preparing this rich, creamy dessert.

Raita, an Indian yogurt dish used as a condiment, is often made with cucumber or tomatoes. This version features mango. Serve it with the Tandoori Chicken Salad or alongside grilled pork or fish.

Jamaica's native herbs and spices glorify the lush island's most popular meat. I serve this with Golden Pineapple Chutney . These chops need at least 4 hours' marinating time, and if you can let them sit overnight, they'll be even better.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

The dressing gets its beautiful color and smooth texture from pureed mango.