Summer Recipes

From barbecues to beach days, these summer recipes will help you create lasting memories. Check out our collection of summer salads, dinners, desserts and more.

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    Twice-Cooked Fried Chicken

    Fried chicken is my favorite food, so it’s no surprise that I’ve tried dozens of recipes looking for the perfect...


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    Smoked Pork Butt

    3 reviews

    Low and slow is the best way to go when cooking pork butt, and it happens perfectly in a smoker....


    Honey Berry Sheet Cake

    1 review

    I adapted a traditional honey cake recipe for this dessert. I wanted something that would show off all our amazing...


    Million Dollar Cake

    1 review

    Pineapple and mandarin oranges give this easy cake a refreshing, tropical twist. With cake mix and pudding mix as ingredients,...


    Chorizo Burgers with Green Chile Aioli

    2 reviews

    Chorizo does all the work seasoning these burgers, and the aioli comes together in minutes. Wrap the juicy patties in...


    Cowboy Pasta

    2 reviews

    This pasta combines ground beef, bacon, corn, tangy buttermilk and Monterey Jack cheese for an easy but hearty weeknight dinner....


    Amish Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    This Amish macaroni salad is a crowd favorite. It's supposed to be sweet, but you can lessen the sugar to...


    Thai Meatball Soup

    6 reviews

    This son-approved, Thai-inspired soup—with meatballs, kale, carrots and creamy coconut milk—is warm deliciousness on a chilly day. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton...

    Patriotic Pepper Platter

    1 review

    Cream cheese stuffed peppers are easy to make, easy to travel with and wonderful to eat at room temperature. This...


    Duck with Brandy Bing Cherry Sauce

    1 review

    Elegant, delicious and colorful, this French duck dish is perfect to serve for special occasions. —Francine Lizotte, Langley, British Columbia


    Sausage and Bean Skillet with Crispy Plantains

    1 review

    I love a quick weeknight dinner, especially when the whole family loves it. This dish has tasty Caribbean flavors, and...


    Blueberry Dump Cake

    1 review

    When I need a quick dessert, this is the recipe I reach for most of the time. I usually have...


    Sea Salt Sticks

    1 review

    When my daughter was in school, her class had a recipe exchange party. The kids would bring a food and...


    Spicy Roasted Carrot Hummus

    2 reviews

    This is a wonderful appetizer for Easter, Mother’s Day or any spring gathering. The roasted carrots give this hummus a...


    Easy Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Rolls

    I love how these scrumptious treats make use of my slow cooker and are so easy! I can just walk...



    Sicilian Pizza (Sfincione)

    My favorite pizza from childhood is still my favorite today. The crunchy bread-crumb topping sets it apart from its American...

    Mexicali Quiche with Avocado Crust

    New Mexican cuisine is my favorite, and this quiche uses an avocado crust filled with many delicious ingredients. Top with...



    Basil Chicken with Smoked Tomato Jam

    I grow my own herbs and veggies in the summer, and when they are at peak, I incorporate them into...


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    Southern Peach Cobbler

    When fresh peaches are in season, southern peach cobbler is the first thing I think about. This is perfect for...


    Avocado-Lime Ranch Dressing

    5 reviews

    This avocado lime ranch dressing is a Chick-fil-A copycat recipe. This version has no sugar added, is half the calories...


    Sheet-Pan Yellow Bells & Eggs

    1 review

    This recipe is healthful and versatile—just add your favorite veggies, or even fruit. I love sweet potato and apple tossed...

    Air-Fryer Avocado Fries

    Avocados just got even more exciting! These juicy, flavorful, easy and healthy air-fryer avocado fries are for those who are...


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    We Made the Pioneer Woman’s Corn Casserole, and It’s Summer in a Baking Dish

    Fresh corn meets heavy cream in this genius summer side dish from Ree Drummond, the Pioneer Woman.


    How to Make Lemon Icebox Cake

    This bright and summery lemon icebox cake will quickly become a family favorite. It's just as sweet as it is...


    Copycat Celebration Cheesecake

    1 review

    Both my children were born on the same day five years apart, so I like to make an elaborate dessert...


    Chicken and Zucchini Foil Packs

    I enjoy foil-wrapped dinners cooked on the grill, especially because there are no pots or pans to wash. You can...


    Creamy Pina Colada Pie

    1 review

    This is a family favorite and super easy to make. Some like the consistency of this pina colada pie right...