SALMON, TUNA, OR CHICKEN SOUFFLÉ

Try 1 cup salmon or tuna, or 1½ cups cut-up cooked chicken, in place of cheese. Add 1 tbsp. lemon juice, 1 tsp. grated onion.

ASPARAGUS SHORTCAKE

Make 6 individual shortcakes (see directions for Fruit Shortcake, [p. 3]). Split, butter, and put together with asparagus spears. Pour hot Cheese Sauce ([p. 16]) over top. Garnish with crisp bacon strip or sprig of parsley. 6 servings.

When Tomatoes are Ripe: Substitute a slice of fresh tomato for the asparagus.

STRAWBERRY GLACÉ SHORT PIE

An elegant filling for a glamorous crust. (Pictured on [cover].)

1 qt. strawberries 1 cup water 1 cup sugar 3 tbsp. cornstarch