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strawberry chiffon shortcake, perfected

In 2007, when this website was still in its infancy, I shared a recipe for a layered strawberry chiffon shortcake. I’d never made a chiffon cake before, but I brought it to a friend’s rooftop birthday BBQ, correctly assuming that no one would …

Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad

Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad (My Fresh Twist on a Viral Salad) I love a salad with serious crunch and this Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad delivers in every bite. It’s fresh, colorful, and tossed in a sesame-ginger dressing that somehow makes everythi…

Summer Fruit Galette

Being a baker, summer is my favorite time of year. Not only are peaches, nectarines, cherries and plums abundant at the market, but as the seasons progress, the volume of fruits lowers the price, and I stock up on whatever I can, whenever I can. At Paris markets, I try to search out producteurs, the vendors who grow the food they sell, and every summer, one in…

I Can’t Stop Making These Tres Leches Overnight Oats

Tres Leches Overnight Oats are inspired by my favorite cake. The oats soak in three milks overnight, creating a healthy high-protein, high-fiber breakfast that tastes like dessert and keeps you full all morning. Tres Leches Overnight Oats Meet my new b…

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

I make these grilled portobello mushrooms on repeat all summer. They’re such an easy side dish—meaty, savory, and ready in just 15 minutes on the grill. Their edges are lightly crisp and nicely charred, while their insides stay perfectly juicy. A…

Vegan Nutella Ice Cream

Friends! The fluffiest, most satisfying, Nutella lover’s dream dessert is here: vegan ice cream made with chocolate and hazelnuts. It’s creamy, dreamy, oh-so delicious, and kind of perfect! Especially when craving a sweet treat on a warm summer d…

Fennel Mushrooms

A fennel mushroom recipe inspired by one of my vintage cookbooks, The Seasonal Kitchen by Perla Meyers. It’s a simple, brilliant twist on everyday sauteed mushrooms with dill, chives, fresh fennel, and a kiss of creme fraiche.

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Grilled Shrimp Caesar Chopped Salad.

This grilled shrimp caesar salad is everything! The best summery salad topped with chunks of grilled shrimp, grilled corn sliced off the cob, a greek yogurt dressing and all the parmesan. It’s the best! New dinner salad alert!  This grilled shrimp chopped salad is so incredible – smoky, juicy grilled shrimp over a classic caesar […]

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Steak Bowls with Roasted Potatoes and Chimichurri

Steak Bowls with Crispy Potatoes, Chimichurri and All the Toppings If you’ve been around here for a while, you know we love a good bowl meal. They’re easy to customize, loaded with flavor, and make dinner feel a little more exciting than th…

The Best Zucchini Recipes for Your Summer Garden Haul

When the garden starts producing more zucchini than you know what to do with, it’s time to get creative. These zucchini recipes run the full range. There’s a classic loaf your grandma would recognize to zucchini pizza casserole and over-the-top c…

Best Ever Zucchini

Meet the ultimate zucchini side dish. It features caramelized zucchini and red onion with toasted sliced almonds, seasoned with fresh garlic and a squeeze of lemon juice. The flavors are bold, the dish is vibrant, and I’m going to make this sautéed zucchini all summer long. I don’t always like cooked zucchini, but I love…

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My Top 12 Summer Salads!

These are the best summer salad recipes! I live for a fabulous summer salad and take the extra step to make them feel special, taste incredible and be very satisfying. These are my absolute favorites. I live for a satisfying, special summer salad! One of the things I’m most proud of? The incredible salad combos […]

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15 Refreshing Summer Drinks for Hot Days

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When plain water just isn’t cutting it, these cool, flavorful summer drinks help you stay refreshed, nourished, and hydrated all season long. Packed with juicy seasonal fruits, vibrant flavors, and wholesome ingredients, they’re perfect for pool days, backyard cookouts, beach trips, and lazy afternoons spent soaking up the sunshine.

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Strawberry Yogurt Muffins.

These strawberry yogurt muffins are amazing! Soft and tender, filled with major strawberry flavor, preserves and plain greek yogurt. Love them for breakfast, a snack or even pre-bedtime. Delicious! Strawberry season makes me so freaking happy! These strawberry yogurt muffins are made with plain green yogurt, strawberry preserves and chopped fresh strawberries. They are super […]

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Almond Croissant Muffins

Almond Croissant Muffins That Taste Like They Came From a Bakery Case I’ve always had a soft spot for almond pastries. If there’s an almond croissant in a bakery case, I’m ordering it, no questions asked. These Almond Croissant Muffin…

Tuscan Marinated Olives with Whipped Ricotta

This post is in partnership with The Spice House. Jack isn’t usually an olive person, but every time I make these marinated olives with whipped ricotta, he can’t get enough. They’re quickly becoming one of my go-to appetizers for summ…

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad (A Must-Make Summer Pasta Salad for Pickle Lovers) If you’ve been around here for a while, you know I have a serious love affair with dill pickles. I’ve shared favorites like Dill Pickle Dip, Pickle de Gallo, and my …

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