If you can't get cotija cheese, you can substitute feta—it's stronger in flavor and a bit saltier than cotija, but it works fine. Archibald also makes a version of this salad topped with shavings of Manchego cheese....

We’ve never seen a spin on the ubiquitous combination of beets, cheese, and nuts as original as Smith’s.

Juicy shrimp, chunks of golden pineapple, and colorful pieces of bell pepper and carrot are all cloaked in a velvety, well-balanced sauce.

A blend of crisp, soft, and chewy textures combined with a parade of flavors—sweet, salty, beefy—makes this platter an irresistible hit at parties.

Chicken’s dark meat is great for grilling because it stays very moist and really soaks up the flavors of a marinade.