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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    Dried Cherry Muffins

    2 reviews

    Try this luscious muffin that stars sweet-tart dried cherries for breakfast or brunch, suggests Sandra Wagner of Chicago, Illinois.


    Veggie Breakfast Pizza

    1 review

    “We love Mexican food and combined several recipes to come up with this one. It’s often our breakfast on Saturdays,...


    Raspberry Fool

    2 reviews

    A close rendition to the classic English recipe, this light and airy, berry dessert comes from Margaret Minnich of Columbus,...


    Ranch Coleslaw

    5 reviews

    From El Dorado, California, Mellanie McCreary shares this perfect last minute side dish. "When I was a newlywed, I came...


    Heavenly Zucchini Salad

    2 reviews

    We always have an overabundance of zucchini in our garden, so I came up with this tasty recipe to use...


    Fresh Apricot Pie

    2 reviews

    "This is a nice change of pace from the more traditional fruit and berry pies," says Ruth Peterson of Jenison,...


    Coconut-Layered Pound Cake

    10 reviews

    If you love chocolate, almonds and coconut, this cake is for you. It comes together in a flash and tastes...


    Chicken Chop Suey

    5 reviews

    This is my favorite chop suey recipe. It's so versatile because you can change the meat or veggies to suit...

    Stuffed Banana Peppers

    3 reviews

    This is a delightful change from traditional stuffed green peppers. Banana peppers and chili powder give a little kick. As...


    Rice Stir-Fry

    1 review

    This colorful stir-fry comes together in no time with leftover long grain rice. Quick and easy, it's a family favorite...


    Tomato Zucchini Casserole

    7 reviews

    This recipe is always a hit. In fact, I usually have to double it, and still there are no leftovers....


    Old-Fashioned Strawberry Soda

    2 reviews

    With just a quick pulse of the blender, you will have what I call a "refreshing sipper"—and you'll be asked...


    Cherry Tomato Corn Salad

    7 reviews

    Brighten a picnic lunch or backyard barbecue with this cheerful, fresh-tasting salad. If you use want to use sweet corn...


    Strawberry Arugula Salad

    8 reviews

    We love to make this strawberry salad when there are plenty of fresh greens to pick. I serve it as...


    Sonoran Sunset Watermelon Ice

    1 review

    If you didn’t think watermelon and cilantro could go together in a dessert, this recipe will be a pleasant surprise!...


    Fiesta Corn Dip

    3 reviews

    I first came across this recipe at a friend's bridge party. To give it a little more flair, I added...


    Ginger Iced Tea

    5 reviews

    Here's a refreshing beverage that goes with any meal. Carbonated ginger ale makes it a wonderful alternative to ordinary iced...

    Patriotic Frozen Delight

    13 reviews

    My husband and I pick lots of fruit at berry farms in the area and freeze it to enjoy all...



    Pea Pods with Onion

    2 reviews

    This simple side from Heather Sauter of Silver Spring, Maryland is a welcome alternative to green beans, and the pea...


    Summer Chicken Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette

    6 reviews

    This best-of-the-season salad is guaranteed to be a hit! It's piled high with fresh fruits and veggies, chicken and greens,...


    Double-Chocolate Toffee Icebox Cake

    10 reviews

    My mother-in-law taught me that anything tastes good if you use enough chocolate or cream. This no-bake dessert proves she...


    Pepperoni-Artichoke Pasta Salad

    5 reviews

    Everyone loves a good pasta salad, and this one will make ’em feel like you fussed. Convenient store-bought dressing, artichoke...

    Sauerkraut Latkes

    1 review

    Really? Sauerkraut in potato pancakes? Oh, yes. Firm, sweet apples mellow the tang so very nicely. —Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho


    Fresh Strawberry Mousse

    1 review

    With a whipped topping, this strawberry treat from Mary Jo Vanderwest of Grant, Michigan makes a sweet, elegant dessert.


    Summer Chicken Macaroni Salad

    3 reviews

    For sunny, lazy days, I make a loaded macaroni salad that’s like three salads in one. The mix of fresh...


    Crunchy Kraut Salad

    3 reviews

    Anyone who likes sauerkraut will enjoy this salad. I serve it as a side dish with ham, any kind of...


    Potatoes O’Brien

    2 reviews

    I usually serve these colorful potatoes for breakfast but they're great as a tasty potato side dish for just about...


    Peaches & Cream Jelly Roll

    3 reviews

    Cake rolls make a lovely presentation for a party, and they are simple to cut into even slices. My father...