Summer Recipes
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…
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…
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 doesnโt love a rainbow? Theyโre pretty to look at and their fleeting nature adds thrill to a sighting. In many cultures, rainbows are…
A Few Of Our Favorite Things: Summer Book Edition
Looking for the perfect book for your summer vacation or afternoon by the pool? Weโve curated a list of top picks from some of our favorite sources and they offer something for every interest. Emily and I both love reading, and summertime brings hope of a little extra time to enjoy the many books…
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries (with oven option)
A few simple tips and 15 minutes is all you need to transform sweet potatoes into irresistible fries. A choice of dipping sauces takes them over the top! Sweet potatoes can be a polarizing food. For every person who adores them, there seems to be someone else who abhors them. With a passion. Yet,…
Stuffed Pepper Soup
This all-in-one meal delivers the hearty, wholesome deliciousness of traditional stuffed peppers in a soul-warming soup! A reasonable amount of chopping is the only chore required for this flavorful soup.ย The payoff is wholesome comfort food that appeals to kids and adults alike. The recipe is a riff on the traditional preparation of bell peppers stuffed…
Easy Cheesy Pepper Poppers
A flavor-packed appetizer that can also be served as a tasty side dish, these 3-ingredient bites are quick to assemble and bake to golden, cheesy perfection. An optional fourth ingredient offers a spicy-sweet variation! Jalapeรฑo poppers have long been a party favorite. But what if you could make a quicker, easier, every-bit-as-tasty popper with mild…
Simple Salmon in Foil (grill and oven options)
A short list of everyday ingredients makes this quick-cooking salmon recipe shine. The simple foil packet locks in flavor and moisture–and makes cleanup a snap! This was a difficult recipe to name because all the components contribute something special: Garlic, dill, and lemon. Salt and pepper. A “knob” of butter, as they say in the…
Ratatouille
With its roots in Provence, France (not the 2007 Pixar film!) ratatouille is a rustic, end-of-summer, vegetable stew that will make the most of a bounty of fresh produce and can be enjoyed in so many ways. If you donโt like to chop, I give you permission to skip the following recipe. But before…
Jack’s Favorite Tomato & Cucumber Salad
You barely need a recipe for this garden-fresh summer salad that will round out a broad range of meals, from corn on the cob and burgers to grilled chicken and fish. Normally, my husband would consider dinner incomplete without some form of protein on his plate. However, when corn on the cob is in…
Classic Homemade Barbecue Sauce
Sweet and tangy with a hint of heat, this easy sauce is the perfect complement to chicken, chops, ribs, brisket, and pulled pork sandwiches. Or stir some into mayo for a delicious sandwich spread! When I make this barbecue sauce, I still think of the day over 20 years–and a different career–ago when I…
Homemade Lemonade Concentrate
A refreshing balance of sweet and tart, this storable concentrate allows you to simply add water and mix up a glass or two whenever the mood strikes. Because personal preference varies, adjustments are provided for sweeter and tarter variations. The lemonade stand is one of the most iconic summertime images, and for good reason.…
