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Fresh and Fabulous Fruit Salad Recipes

Seeking a refreshing way to start your day? Need a light dessert option? Then try one of these fresh and fabulous fruit salad recipes. Glazed, creamy, frozen... they're bursting with sweet berries, citrus, tropical favorites, juicy melon, and more. With...

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No-Bake Summer Pie Recipes

No oven, no problem! These 12 no-bake summer pie recipes are guaranteed to satisfy every sweet tooth. And, they won't turn up the heat in your kitchen when making. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply craving a cool...

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Classic Summer Dinner Ideas

From grilled steak to light shrimp dishes to burgers to squash casserole, these classic summer dinner ideas belong in your weeknight meal rotation. Full of seasonal produce, perfect grill marks and packed with flavor, these go-to family dinners scream summer....

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Snacks To Beat the Summer Heat

Right now, every time I watch my local weather, they're talking about how hot it is. But in the kitchen, I'm making sure things stay cool. While I'm sitting poolside or on my porch with friends, I'm making snacks to beat...

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Desserts To Sweeten Your July 4th BBQ

Stars, stripes, and sweets! As you finalize your cookout menu, we're sharing 20 desserts to sweeten your July 4th BBQ. Each dessert recipe can be made with minimal fuss. So much so, a novice baker can whip one up in...

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Summer Party Appetizers

Kickoff your first get together of the season with these summer party appetizers! Easy to prepare and full of fresh summer flavors, this selection of fantastic appetizers are sure to please any crowd. Fried zucchini, crab poppers, watermelon mozzarella salad,...

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Refreshing and Light Summer Salads

These refreshing and light summer salads are perfect for hot summer days! Bursting with vibrant colors, crisp textures and full of flavors, these healthy salads belong on your summer menu. Juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, fresh fruit, and fragrant herbs, every...

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Quick and Easy Apps for the 4th

When putting together a menu for a cookout, I like to have appetizers for guests to munch on as they arrive. Then, while grilling hot dogs and burgers, everyone is satisfied, talking, and having a good time. These quick and...

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Crowd-Pleasing Cookout Side Dishes

Want to know the secret to creating the most epic spread for your next barbecue? Crowd-pleasing cookout side dishes. An assortment of salads, baked beans, slaws, and more, will complement any burgers, hot dogs, steaks, or chicken you may be...

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Summer Kabob Recipe Ideas

Fire up the grill and get ready to make these summer kabob recipe ideas! Every flavorful skewered delight is loaded with flavor, your favorite summer vegetables and tender grilled meat. From honey mustard shrimp to classic grilled chicken kabobs to...

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15 Different Delicious Ways To Use Garden Zucchini

Were you over-zealous in planting your garden zucchini? When the full season hits and you find yourself with an abundance of zucchini, you're going to need a variety of ways to cook this summer veg. That's where these 15 delicious...

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Dinner Recipes You’ll Make All Summer Long

These 32 dinner recipes are so good, you'll make them all summer long. Summer's warm evenings beckon us outdoors to enjoy the company of loved ones and indulge in delicious meals. From light pastas to fresh summer veggie-packed dishes to...

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Twists on Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry shortcake is one of my favorite summertime desserts. Sweet strawberries, buttery cake, whipped cream... it's light and delicious. These Blue Ribbon recipes take the classic flavor and put a twist on strawberry shortcake. "This Strawberry Shortcake Trifle makes a...

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Summer Squash and Zucchini Casserole Recipes

Summer always brings an abundance of summer squash and zucchini. Besides zucchini bread, fried zucchini, and summer squash fritters, you can make a flavorful casserole with them. It's a great side dish for everything from grilled chicken to steak and...

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Delectable Fruit Cobbler Recipes

Fruit cobbler - the quintessential dessert that captures summertime. Imagine biting into sweet blueberries, luscious blackberries, or juicy peaches inside a buttery crust. With their simplicity and versatility, anyone can make delectable fruit cobbler recipes, and they're the perfect dessert...

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Flavorful Breakfast Potato Recipes

What better way to kick-start your mornings than with a hearty and satisfying plate of breakfast potatoes? They're delicious with everything from scrambled egg bowls to quiche and French toast to pancakes. If you want to transform your weekend breakfast...

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Recipes Showcasing Fresh Strawberries

As summer unfolds, it's time to celebrate strawberries' vibrant color and juiciness. Whether handpicked from your garden or grabbed from a local farmer's market, fresh strawberries are a delicious way to add a touch of summer to your menu. From...

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Desserts To Bring Joy to Dad

This Father's Day, shower Dad with all the sweetness he deserves. Yes, you could give him a tie. But imagine his smile when presented with a death by chocolate ice cream cake, Chubby Hubby peanut butter pie, or chewy brownie...

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Grilled Dinner Options

In the summer, I like to fire up the grill when preparing dinner. Hamburgers and hot dogs are always popular with my family. But, I've got other grilled dinner options on my menu this week. When on sale, I stock...

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What to Make Dad on Father’s Day

If you're searching for ideas on what to make Dad on Father's Day, we've curated a list of recipes that will leave Dad smiling from ear to ear. In our mind, there is no better way to express gratitude to...