Mexican Street Corn Soup Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: About 5 cups With Cotija cheese, cilantro, sour cream, and lime, Mexican Street Corn Soup is a fun and full-flavored way to serve sweet summer corn. It’s easy to prepare, too! Ingredients 1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil 6 cups fresh corn kernels 1…
Grilled Pineapple Salsa
Grilled Pineapple Salsa Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Grilled Pineapple Salsa is a smoky, sweet alternative to traditional salsa that’s perfect for summer entertaining! Ingredients 1 large pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices 1 red bell pepper, halved lengthwise, seeds removed 1 jalapeño pepper 1 lime, halved 1 tablespoon extra-virgin…
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Spinach and Artichoke Dip Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Thick, creamy, and loaded with flavor, this Spinach and Artichoke Dip has been a favorite of my family and friends for years. Perfect for Game Day! Ingredients 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature 2 cups coarsely chopped artichoke hearts 1 (9-10 ounce)…
Delicata Squash with Brown Butter Vinaigrette
Delicata Squash with Brown Butter Vinaigrette Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Roasted Delicata squash pairs with baby spinach, toasty brown butter vinaigrette, and crunchy squash seeds in this bright fall salad. Ingredients 2 Delicata squash (about 2-1/2 to 3 pounds total) 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 5 thyme sprigs ¼ cup apple cider…
French Potato Salad with Baby Arugula
French Potato Salad with Baby Arugula Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 6-8 Skip the mayo! Fingerling potatoes are tossed with a Dijon mustard vinaigrette, capers, thinly-sliced red onion, and peppery baby arugula in this delicious French Potato Salad. Great for picnics! Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes, cut in half lengthwise kosher salt 1/2…
Peach Mint Lemonade
Peach Mint Lemonade Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Sweetened with a fresh peach and mint infused simple syrup, this bright lemonade looks and lastes like summer in a glass. It’s easy to make, too! Ingredients For the Peach-Mint Simple Syrup: 2 cups pitted, diced ripe peaches (about 3 medium) 1 cup granulated sugar…
Grilled Guacamole
Grilled Guacamole Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: For a delicious twist on guacamole with subtle smoky undertones, try grilling your avocados, onions, and limes! Great with your favorite cocktails and mocktails for easy summer entertaining. Ingredients 4 ripe avocados (preferably Haas), halved, pits removed 1/2 red onion, peeled, and cut into 1/2-inch thick…
Jam Crumble Bars
Jam Crumble Bars Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: With an almond-scented, shortbread-like crust, a layer of fruit preserves, and a buttery crumble topping, these bars are an easy, bakery-style dessert for summer entertaining. Ingredients For the Base: 2 cups all purpose flour 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon baking…
Savory Beer-Raised Waffles
Savory Beer-Raised Waffles Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Light and crisp with creamy cheddar melted throughout, these savory beer-raised waffles are a delicious treat any time of day. Top with a fried egg for breakfast or brunch, or serve alongside vegetarian chili for Game Day! Ingredients 2 cups all purpose flour 1 tablespoon…
Basil Egg Salad
Basil Egg Salad Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 3 generous sandwiches Creamy and bright with the flavors of fresh basil and a touch of garlic, this egg salad is a fun variation on a classic. Serve it atop a thick slice of heirloom tomato for a gluten-free, low-carb lunch. Ingredients 6 large hard-boiled…
Roasted Radishes with Tarragon Vinaigrette
Roasted Radishes with Tarragon Vinaigrette Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 2-4 Brightly-colored and delicately-flavored, Roasted Radishes with a drizzle of Tarragon Vinaigrette are a delicious side dish for spring. Ingredients For the Roasted Radishes: 1-1/2 pounds (about 25) radishes, trimmed, washed, and halved to a uniform size 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 tsp…
Chickpea and Feta Salad
Chickpea and Feta Salad Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 1 hour Total time: 1 hour, 10 minutes Serves: 4-6 Bright and fresh, Chickpea and Feta Salad is great served as a summer side dish, or a light lunch with a warm wedge of flatbread. Ingredients 2, 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed OR 1…