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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    Simits

    These bread treats from my Turkish heritage are commonly eaten for breakfast. They are not boiled as regular bagels are...


    Macau-Style Portuguese Chicken

    Since moving to Toronto, I couldn’t find an authentic version of the dish I grew up with in my hometown...


    Yuca Frita con Mojo

    Who doesn’t love something fried? That’s how I first got turned on to yuca, and now I cook it regularly....


    Sopa Ajoblanco

    This white gazpacho was a staple when I was young; I remember slurping it directly from the bowl. It’s made...


    Strawberry and Peach Lime Custard Bars

    After I baked, my dad would always find his way to the kitchen and ask if he could try what...


    Spinach and Feta Bourekas

    3 reviews

    These pastries are light and soft with a bit of crunch, and are one of my favorite appetizers for holidays....


    Raspberry Matcha Cake Roll

    1 review

    This tender cake roll with whipped cream has a very light texture and is perfect for spring. The raspberries give...


    Strawberry-Pineapple Coleslaw

    4 reviews

    Sweet fruit, a tangy coleslaw dressing and colorful crisp cabbage make a wonderful combination to share with others. I think...

    Strawberry Riesling Wine Spritzer

    Nothing says spring like strawberries and wine spritzers. The tarragon and black pepper in this refreshing cocktail complement the strawberry...


    Lazy Cake

    1 review

    This lazy cake will fix that sweet tooth craving. The no-bake treat is made with cookie pieces stirred with hazelnut...


    Air-Fryer Cinnamon Breakfast Bites

    3 reviews

    These scrumptious breakfast treats are so quick and easy to make and the air fryer gives this a crispy, sugary...


    Huckleberry Bear Claws

    1 review

    Beware: Bear claws may lead to bear hugs! My family can't get enough of these quick, easy pastries made from...


    Cuts-Like-Butter BBQ Brisket

    4 reviews

    With just a few ingredients and steps, this recipe is nearly impossible to mess up. The thin, fall-apart-tender slices are...


    Rock N Rye Pork Roast Sandwiches

    Detroit's Faygo Rock & Rye soda (or pop, as we call it in Michigan) gives these pork roast sandwiches such...


    Buckeye Doughnut Holes

    Ohioans LOVE their buckeyes! They are in just about every candy shop and on every homemade sweets tray. I've taken...


    Smoked Bluefish Spread

    1 review

    While I was growing up, we spent summers on Block Island, Rhode Island, where we would surf-cast off the shores...


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    Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

    5 reviews

    I had to figure out how to make Hawaiian macaroni salad at home because my husband was getting tired of...

    Watermelon Rind Preserves

    1 review

    This is an old-fashioned recipe and a wonderful way to reduce food waste. Watermelon rind preserves are not like traditional...


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    Banana Pudding Cake

    5 reviews

    I love to make cakes, and my family loves banana pudding. One day while brainstorming in the kitchen, I came...


    Bourbon Ice Cream

    The brown sugar in this decadent bourbon ice cream gives a hint of caramel flavor, which complements the bourbon. When...


    Slow-Cooker Hard-Boiled Eggs

    1 review

    These slow-cooker hard-boiled eggs are my go-to for a group. They're a lifesaver and perfect for the holidays! I love...


    Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole

    7 reviews

    This sloppy joe Tater Tot casserole is an easy dinner for both you and the kids. Serve with carrot and...


    Slow-Cooker Sauerkraut

    1 review

    This slow-cooker sauerkraut recipe was made by a special someone in my life. I was never a fan of sauerkraut...

    Southern Peach Toasts

    These bruleed peach toasts are my creative homage to the beloved southern fresh peach cobbler. It is an upscale presentation...


    Clam Stew

    2 reviews

    Every summer my family digs clams on the shores of Block Island, Rhode Island. This dish highlights the fresh sweet...


    Shrimp Puff Pastry Triangles

    1 review

    Shrimp de Jonghe was invented in Chicago. It is usually baked and served in a casserole dish, but my version...


    Southern-Style Meat Loaf

    1 review

    When my husband and I moved to the South, we discovered our love for pimiento cheese! Its addition lends flair...


    Hard-Boiled Eggs in the Oven

    Making hard-boiled eggs in the oven is just as quick and effective as preparing them on the stovetop. This method...


    South Seas Mango Halibut

    This mango halibut recipe is marinated in aromatic spices, then stir-fried and combined with coconut milk and fresh mango. It'll...