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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    Lime and Sesame Grilled Eggplant

    4 reviews

    When I lived in Greece, I fell in love with eggplant. My recipe's seasonings have an Asian theme, but the...


    Easy Haddock Bake

    9 reviews

    We call this recipe "Mock Lobster Casserole" because it turns haddock into something fancy. The canned soup lends a creamy...


    Polynesian Sausage Supper

    18 reviews

    "When my sister first served us this unusual medley, I couldn't believe how good it was because she had thrown...


    Warm Tasty Greens with Garlic

    1 review

    My farm box had too many greens, so I had to use them up. This tasty idea uses kale, tomatoes...


    Strawberry Peach Jam

    6 reviews

    You'll definitely capture the flavors of summer with this chunky, luscious toast-topper. Best of all, this jam freezes well for...


    Grilled Eggplant Parmesan Stacks

    1 review

    We love eggplant Parmesan, but when it’s hot outside, the dish feels too heavy. Grilled eggplant slices topped with tomato,...


    BBQ Brisket Flatbread Pizzas

    1 review

    Preparing beef brisket pizza takes time, but it’s so worth it in the end when you take that first smoky,...


    Thai Chicken Linguine

    3 reviews

    When I’m feeding a crowd, I multiply this Thai-inspired chicken with pasta and snow peas. The merrymaking begins when everybody...

    Kielbasa with Pasta

    4 reviews

    "One weekend while my husband was out of town, I came up with this recipe by using ingredients that I...


    Thai Chicken Pasta Salad

    10 reviews

    I combined several recipes to come up with my healthier twist on traditional pad thai. My version has only one-third...


    Spaghetti Salad with Italian Dressing

    1 review

    THIS salad is surprisingly flavorful and light, a refreshing change from a mayonnaise-based dressing. There is a nice contrast of...


    Buffalo Chicken

    23 reviews

    Topped with gooey cheese and sauce, these quick and easy buffalo chicken breasts have fantastic flavor. —Jeanne Collins, Cary, North...


    Quick Orange Pork Stir Fry

    2 reviews

    Orange juice and grated orange peel lend a citrusy touch to this colorful pork-and-vegetable medley shared by Kathleen Romaniuk of...


    Vegetable Seasoning Mix

    1 review

    "My husband wouldn't eat green beans until I seasoned them with this simple blend," writes Susan Johnson of Arlington, Texas....


    Southwest Chicken Salad

    21 reviews

    My husband loves salads, and this flavorful chicken recipe is easy, nutritious and very tasty. Serve it over greens, tucked...


    Ladyfinger Lemon Torte

    5 reviews

    Golden ladyfingers frame the luscious custard filling of this lovely frozen dessert from Mrs. J.H. Carroll of Ottawa, Ontario. Everyone...


    Grilled Salmon with Marmalade Dijon Glaze

    2 reviews

    This moist, tender salmon takes just a handful of ingredients and is pretty enough to serve guests. —Judy Grebetz, Racine,...

    Diabetic Orange Cookies

    6 reviews

    These good-for-you cookies have a wonderful citrus flavor and just the right amount of natural sweetness. You'll find they appeal...


    Ginger Broccoli Stir-Fry

    1 review

    Are you looking for an appetizing way to enhance a nutritious vegetable? Try this eye-catching stir-fry. The broccoli keeps its...


    Cornmeal Catfish with Avocado Sauce

    5 reviews

    When I was growing up in California, my mother made catfish quite often, and it was always a hit. Now...


    No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie

    3 reviews

    I hear "Wow!" whenever I share this creamy peanut butter pie with a chocolate cookie crust. And I love that...


    Molly’s Mexicorn

    2 reviews

    I jazzed up a corn recipe with some spicy seasoning to create this offering for a Mexican potluck. Everyone liked...


    Strawberry Spinach Salad

    7 reviews

    This recipe was popular at a restaurant in Winston-Salem called Berry's. I love serving this salad to guests who comment...

    Grilled Chicken Over Spinach

    1 review

    Grilled Chicken Over Spinach is shared by Michelle Krzmarzick of Torrance, California. "With two young children to keep me busy,...


    Chicken & Garlic with Fresh Herbs

    17 reviews

    The key to this savory chicken is the combination of garlic, fresh rosemary and thyme. I like to serve it...


    German Cucumber Salad

    2 reviews

    This recipe came from a friend who ran his own inn in Germany. It's a very cool, light salad with...


    Green Chile Beef Burritos

    5 reviews

    Recipes that are leaner in fat and calories—like this one for beef burritos—helped me lose 30 pounds! The meat is...


    Citrus-Glazed Pork Chops

    6 reviews

    Begin your meal with sweet and citrusy Orange-Glazed Pork Chops from Athena Russell of Florence, South Carolina who loves to...


    Pineapple Beets

    5 reviews

    This is a special way to dress up beets. Paired with pineapple, they have a slightly sweet taste that has...