Rosemary-infused vodka may sound fancy and difficult, but all it really amounts to is a bottle of vodka, a few sprigs of the woodsy herb, and a little time. Mix it with a bit of grapefruit and lemon juice along with a touch of simple syrup for sweetness, and you've got a great Friday night.
Avocado toast is just so Basic. Take things to the next level by piling fresh ricotta and chives on well-toasted bread instead. Feel free to use any spring green—sautéed green onions and ramps work well here too.
The end of winter doesn't have to mean the end of roast chicken. This version incorporates the season's all-stars (aka leeks, asparagus, and fresh peas).
What's better than a quiche? A quiche made with a crispy hash-brown crust, that's what. Add in fontina, goat cheese, and a few spears of surplus asparagus from the night before, and invite everyone you know over for brunch.
You've discovered spring chicken, now it's time to get acquainted with spring soup.