While we can't prove that Leonardo Da Vinci was referring to cream cheese frosting when he said simplicity is the ultimate sophistication, we probably shouldn't rule it out entirely.
Sparkling champagne and raspberry sorbet make for a gorgeous and romantic drink/dessert combo perfect for sharing with a sweetheart or on your own. Use sparkling apple juice to make a non-alcoholic version.
Jelly rolls frighten off a lot of home bakers. However, while there are a few technical steps involved, a jelly roll is—at the heart of it—a simple cake. It's really just sponge cake with jam or jelly.
Summertime and the living ought to be easy—including breakfast. Hot weather calls for cool refreshing food. And a summer fruit parfait is probably the easiest breakfast you can whip up. Go as simple or as fancy as you like.