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Summertime dinners are about easy recipes that incorporate fresh ingredients at their peak flavor. When looking for cooking inspiration, try one of these simple dinner recipes. I’ve thrown in a couple of easy summer desserts too… because what’s dinner without dessert.<\/p>\n

If you want a light dinner, Pam Ellingson’s<\/a> (Wichita, KS<\/a>) Chilled Chilled Cantaloupe, Mango and Peach Soup<\/a> is an option. For me, there’s nothing like a chilled soup on a hot day.<\/p>\n

“I used to make this chilled soup during the summers when I worked with my mother cooking at the Wichita Art Museum,” explains Pam. “I never failed to sell all of it because it is so refreshing and tasty.”<\/p>\n

This cantaloupe soup recipe is so fruity and fresh, it’s like a liquid dessert. I used vanilla yogurt in my soup (you can also use heavy cream, sour cream, half and half, etc) and the results were heavenly.<\/p>\n

I love roasted vegetables but never made a sandwich with them until I tried Cheryl Neubecker’s<\/a> (La Mesa, CA<\/a>) Roasted Garden Veggie Sandwich<\/a>.<\/p>\n

“In the summer everything is so delicious coming from the garden,” thinks Cheryl. “Roasting veggies brings out all the wonderful natural flavors.”<\/p>\n

This sandwich is very fresh and filling. Made with zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes, it’s a great way to use some of the summertime veggies. I tried this with provolone, but next time I’m going to use the goat cheese option. The tang will be a nice contrast with the other flavors.<\/p>\n

Linda Wasko’s<\/a> (Beaver, PA<\/a>) Stuffed Summer Squash<\/a> is so good and full of flavor. The squash is primarily stuffed with both hot and regular Italian sausage. There’s a little kick thanks to the spicy sausage. All the stuffing flavors blend well and, when baked in the tender squash, makes a delicious side or main dish.<\/p>\n

“I made this one day because I had these ingredients on hand,” shares Linda Knowles<\/a> (Bristol, RI<\/a>). “My husband took the leftovers to work the next day and heated it up in the microwave. Everyone in the office called and asked me for the recipe.”<\/p>\n

Linda’s Chicken With Zucchini and Pesto Over Angel Hair Pasta<\/a> is a delicious dinner your family is going to love too.<\/p>\n

The stir-fry of Italian seasoned vegetables and chicken taste fresh and flavorful with the angel hair pasta. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese starts to melt over the pasta – kind of tastes like a softly salted sprinkle.<\/p>\n

Even if you’re not camping, s’mores are a fun summer dessert. What makes ooey gooey s’mores better? A big smear of peanut butter!<\/p>\n

Kenneth Hilyard<\/a> (Fowlerville, MI<\/a>) added that to his Peanut Butter S’mores<\/a> thanks to a suggestion from his son. The marshmallow, chocolate, and peanut butter melt together to create a mouthwatering treat. Once you have this yummy s’more you’ll never have them any other way.<\/p>\n

When fruit is in season, there’s no better dessert than a cobbler. A simple recipe we love is Dawn Worden’s<\/a> (Milton, FL<\/a>) Iron Skillet Peach Cobbler<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Cooking in a cast iron skillet creates the perfect crust. The fresh peaches have just enough sugar to let their natural flavors shine. An oatmeal topping adds a nice crunch and sweetness.<\/p>\n

On a hot day, if you’re going to get into the kitchen it should be for a worthwhile dinner. These Blue Ribbon summer recipes are worth turning on the oven. Happy Pinching!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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