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Summer Desserts Ready in 60 Minutes or Less

The baking bug can bite at any time. But when the weather is warmer, no one wants to waste time inside finding complicated ingredients or watching the oven. Instead, spend time basking in the sun, not baking in the kitchen,...

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Incredible Yellow Squash Recipes

Visit any farmer's market or grocery store, and you'll find baskets overflowing with summer squash. While zucchini recipes are plentiful, yellow squash recipes also deserve their time in the spotlight. From quick bread to croquettes and casseroles, these ten incredible...

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Easy Breakfast Recipe Ideas

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day - so start your day off right with one of these easy breakfast recipe ideas! From Swedish pancakes to lemonade muffins to the ultimate avocado toast, these easy recipes are worth...

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Sandwiches for a Summer Dinner

Sandwiches for a summer dinner are a delicious option when a hearty yet light meal is needed. They are one of my favorite things to make, so I'm sharing five super flavorful Blue Ribbon sandwich recipes I enjoy. Filled with...

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Fresh Corn Recipes Perfect for Entertaining

What summer vegetable says summer more than corn? Vibrant yellow and perfectly sweet, it brightens up any summertime meal. Perfect alongside a wide range of dishes (like steak, chicken, or burgers), it's an irresistible side dish if you're hosting a...

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Lighter Chicken Breast Recipes

When the weather is warmer, lighter dinner options are traditionally on the menu. Lean chicken breasts are an excellent protein to use as the base to incorporate vibrant flavors. From zesty marinades to meals that spotlight summer produce, these lighter...

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Take Summer Veggies to the Next Level

As gardens burst with a colorful abundance of veggies, it's time to freshen up your cooking game. Any of these recipes showcasing the best summer produce will help you create unforgettable meals and get your kids to eat all their...

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Deliciously Fruity Strawberry Desserts

What's better than snacking on juicy strawberries in the summer? How about enjoying sweet strawberries in an assortment of desserts? These deliciously fruity strawberry desserts are perfect if you're hosting a summer gathering or want to make a treat for...

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Dinner Ideas for August

What's for dinner? With busy schedules and endless to-do lists, who has time to prepare an elaborate meal? To help, our Test Kitchen has picked dinner ideas for August that will make your evenings a breeze. From simple sandwiches to...

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Blue Ribbon Fresh Basil Recipes

Do you grow basil? I do, and it's bursting out of my garden. I've shared some with neighbors, but I haven't made a dent. I decided to look for Blue Ribbon fresh basil recipes to use my abundance of basil....

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Summer Recipes That Feature Cherry Tomatoes

Have an abundance of cherry tomatoes in your garden? These delicious summer recipes that feature cherry tomatoes are the answer! Bursting with bright, fresh tomato flavor in every bite, you can add these little gems of goodness to lots of...

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14 Summer Roll Recipes You Gotta Try

Light and refreshing, summer rolls are a delicious new idea to try this summer. A popular Vietnamese staple, summer rolls are full of fresh veggies, herbs and your favorite proteins - all wrapped in rice paper. Lower in calories than...

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Fresh Fruit Pie Recipes

There's something comforting about a freshly baked pie. When it's summer and you have an abundance of fruit such as succulent peaches, tart cherries, and sweet strawberries, create a fruit pie. And, these fresh fruit pie recipes are a slice...

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Zucchini’s Versatility in Baking

Delicious in casseroles and other side dishes, zucchini is often thought of as a savory ingredient. But zucchini can also add moisture to an array of treats. This week I am exploring zucchini's versatility in baking, and it's a tasty...

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Filling Pasta Salad Recipes

Pasta salad is a traditional summer side dish. But add a few ingredients, and it turns into a main meal! We're sharing filling pasta salad recipes that are hearty and substantial enough to enjoy on their own. Convenient and versatile,...

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Refreshing Watermelon Salads for Summer

Full of perfect ripe watermelon, these refreshing watermelon salads are a must-make this summer. Pairing deliciously with cucumber, jalapenos, tangy cheeses, mint, basil, and so many other in-season ingredients, you won't believe all the different summer salads you can make....

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Epic Backyard Bash Recipes

Celebrate the joys of summer with good company and great food. From grilled meats to salads bursting with flavors, and decadent desserts to refreshing drinks, we've got you covered. These epic backyard bash recipes will make your party (and menu)...

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Summer Slow Cooker Recipes

Usually when we think summer dinner recipes, we think grill - but these summer slow cooker recipes are a great alternative! They don't heat up your kitchen like the oven and are super easy to make. Plus you can make...

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Fresh Summer Dinner Recipes

On a hot summer night, I love to lighten up my meals and try to incorporate seasonal produce. I don't like dinners that take a ton of time to prepare, and I want them to be very flavorful. These fresh...

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Recipes Celebrating Summer Berries

From appetizers to main meals and desserts, let the sweetness of summer berries infuse your menu. Plump strawberries, juicy blueberries, tart raspberries, luscious blackberries... these recipes celebrating summer berries show the diversity of summer's small, but mighty, fruits. KAREN SELZNICKORLANDO,...