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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    Zesty Chicken Soft Tacos

    5 reviews

    We’ve made these tacos with corn and flour tortillas, but naan flatbread is our favorite. Set out toppings and let...


    Colorful Shrimp Pad Thai

    7 reviews

    Bright, fresh veggie flavors, a splash of tart lime juice, the crunch of peanuts and a hint of heat make...


    Brown Rice Chutney Salad

    7 reviews

    A simple rice salad in a cafe inspired thoughts of adding Indian spices and chutney to this dish. To fire...


    Garden Vegetable Primavera

    2 reviews

    Although I enjoy this dish throughout the year, it's even more special when I use my garden to supply the...


    Canned Blueberry Jam

    15 reviews

    Summer doesn't feel complete without at least one berry-picking trip and a batch of homemade blueberry jam. Eat atop fresh...


    Crispy Asian Chicken Salad

    1 review

    Asian flavor, crunchy almonds and crispy breaded chicken make this hearty salad something special. —Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado


    Tortellini & Chicken Caesar Salad

    13 reviews

    My family loved this pasta salad right from the start, so these days I serve it a lot. When grilling...


    Peach Praline Upside-Down Cake

    12 reviews

    This cake is filled with fresh peaches, roasted Saigon cinnamon, roasted ground ginger and toasted pecans – and that makes...

    Dark Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

    2 reviews

    A colleague brought this in one day for someone’s birthday. I grow zucchini in my garden so I had a...


    Spiced Peach Cobbler

    2 reviews

    When you tuck into this warm and comforting fresh peach cobbler, you won’t miss the extra fat and calories a...


    Bourbon Brat Skewers

    9 reviews

    When the executive decision was made to marinate veggies in a tasty bourbon sauce and serve with grilled bratwurst, this...


    Fresh Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

    1 review

    Lime and basil really brighten the flavors in this colorful salsa. It's best when scooped up on a homemade cinnamon...


    King Burgers

    5 reviews

    My husband and I like to make up recipes together. The sauce for this juicy burger tastes even better when...


    Best Ever Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

    15 reviews

    You can use your imagination to come up with other fillings, such as chives, a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or...


    Lemony Shrimp & Tomatoes

    3 reviews

    I created this recipe for my family because they love grilled shrimp. I love it because it's quick, delicious and...


    Lip-Smackin’ BBQ Chicken

    4 reviews

    The kids always say “prepare to lick your lips” when we have friends over for barbecue chicken. I’m proud of...


    Thai Chicken Peanut Noodles

    61 reviews

    My husband loves the spicy flavors in these Thai chicken noodles and often breaks out the chopsticks for a more...

    Sauteed Radishes with Green Beans

    7 reviews

    I’ve heard radishes are the only vegetable you don’t cook, but a cookbook from the 1950s disagrees. Green beans and...


    Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad

    16 reviews

    Vegetables that are in season make great additions to this orzo salad. It's the perfect side dish for a picnic,...


    Beef & Bulgur-Stuffed Zucchini Boats

    2 reviews

    My mom frequently cooked the giant zucchini that she grew in her garden. I adapted this recipe from one of...


    Chewy Honey Granola Bars

    12 reviews

    There's sweetness from the honey, chewiness from the raisins, hints of chocolate and cinnamon, and a bit of crunch. To...


    Bacon & Rosemary Chicken

    34 reviews

    Simple ingredients add up to simply fantastic flavor in this chicken bacon recipe that everyone will rave about. It's likely...


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    Vegetable Pad Thai

    15 reviews

    Classic flavors of Thailand abound in this fragrant and flavorful dish featuring peanuts, tofu and noodles. New to tofu? It...

    Zucchini Fries for 2

    14 reviews

    I often make these fries for my husband and myself, especially when our garden is full of zucchini. The cornmeal...


    Berry Chicken Salad

    1 review

    Bright berries and creamy goat cheese make this one a winner! —Wendy Ball, Battle Creek, Michigan


    Easy Pasta Salad for a Crowd

    5 reviews

    Spinach, peppers and onions mingle with tangy feta cheese in this simple pasta salad. Feel free to make it ahead...


    Shrimp and Pineapple Fried Rice

    14 reviews

    Pineapple chunks give fried rice a tropical twist, while shrimp and cashews turn this simple favorite into a restaurant-quality meal...


    Thai Chicken Pasta

    38 reviews

    I try to buy fresh chicken when it’s on sale. I cook a big batch in the slow cooker, then...


    Grilled Basil Chicken

    2 reviews

    This cinch of a marinade gives the chicken lots of Italian flavor. Serve the chicken with a tossed green salad...