Ann Fulton

Breads and Baked Goods, Breakfast, Snacks

Big Batch Zucchini Bread or Muffins

Perfectly spiced with just the right level of sweetness, this zucchini bread recipe can be made as loaves or muffins – or both! Last summer, I gave a batch to my brother and his family, and these were the texts I received after they had eaten them:  “These zucchini muffins were the best I’ve ever…

Side Dishes

Steamed Corn on the Cob

For the best combination of ease and flavor when cooking corn on the cob, steam it! And if you’re tired of waiting for a stick of butter to travel around the table, I have a trick for that.    The seasonal return of corn on the cob is a big deal where I live. Farmers…

Condiments, Pastas, Sauces

Speedy Cherry Tomato Sauce

A versatile summertime staple, this quick and easy sauce is a delicious way to use an abundance of cherry or grape tomatoes. It will even make the most of off-season cherry tomatoes. This is the sort of easy summer cooking I love: basic, fresh ingredients coming together as something altogether pleasing in a few short…

Main Dishes, Side Dishes

Zucchini Tuna Melts

A favorite seasonal vegetable takes inspiration from a classic sandwich in this wholesome, all-in-one meal enjoyed by kids and adults alike. Easy to make with one zucchini or many.    The annual glut of zucchini and my younger son Christian’s love of tuna melts led to a lightbulb moment last summer. How good would the…

Side Dishes

Corn Fritters with Smoked Paprika Aioli

Golden corn fritters are a deliciously easy way to repurpose leftover corn and there’s no need to deep fry. The simple sauce is optional but takes the fritters to the next level. Entertaining? Make appetizer-size fritters! At the height of corn season every summer, I always receive several requests for a corn fritter recipe. I’m…

Desserts, Frozen, Snacks

Chipwich Bars

Everyone loves a chipwich, so why not make it easier–and more fun–by making a sheet panful? I even have a simple trick for a cookie that isn’t rock hard when frozen, and the science behind it is fascinating!   Many of us have distinct preferences where the classic chocolate chip cookie is concerned. Some fall…

Appetizers, Condiments, Salads, Salsas

Shrimp Salsa or Salad

Serve this colorful salad as a light yet filling entree or scoop it up with tortilla chips for a unique appetizer. Either way, the pop of flavor and ease of preparation is bound to make it a keeper.   I first made this recipe when seeking an appetizer that felt fresh and exciting. Served as…

Appetizers

Beer Boiled Peel & Eat Shrimp

Beer Boiled Peel & Eat Shrimp bring the fun factor to dinner, and if you keep a bag of shrimp in your freezer, you can have this festive meal anytime — in about five minutes!   Peel and eat shrimp and cold beer are a popular pairing, but cooking the shrimp in the beer produces an…

Condiments, Dips, Sauces

Speedy Cocktail Sauce

Bright, zippy, and super easy to make whenever needed, this fresh-tasting cocktail sauce adds memorable flavor to shrimp, crab cakes, hot dogs, and so much more.    A condiment has the power to complete a meal. A really good condiment, however, will simultaneously elevate that meal.  Such is the case with cocktail sauce. Cocktail sauce…

Desserts

Blueberry Crisp

Plump, juicy blueberries provide a sweet foundation for an irresistible crisp topping you’ll want to use with other fruits too. Quick to make with dairy- and gluten-free options.   Fruit crisps have earned their spot on the list of most popular desserts for a reason. They are made with accessible, economical ingredients and are incredibly…

Salads, Side Dishes

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

An economical can of beans teams up with fresh veggies and a flavorful vinaigrette in this versatile, plant-based salad that can be adapted in countless ways. No cooking required!  This protein-packed, plant-based salad starts with an economical pantry staple and makes a filling lunch or light dinner. I love it for its flavor and filling nature, and I…

Main Dishes, Salads

Rainbow Bowls with Peanut Sauce

A literal rainbow of fresh produce adds colorful crunch and visual appeal to these flexible rice-based bowls. The flavor-popping peanut sauce is easy to make and endlessly versatile–the proverbial pot of gold!    Who doesn’t love a rainbow? They’re pretty to look at and their fleeting nature adds thrill to a sighting. In many cultures, rainbows are…

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