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12 Homemade Salsa Recipes

No more store-bought salsa for you because these 12 homemade salsa recipes are everything you want in a salsa. Full of real flavor from real ingredients, these tomato, bean, and fruit salsas are made with love. The perfect party appetizer,...

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24 of Our Favorite Summer Recipes

It wouldn’t be summer without these classic recipes. Baked beans, fruit salad, fried zucchini, peach cobbler, and more family favorites should fill your plates, not to mention your stomachs. In other words, this roundup of our favorite summer recipes needs...

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Five Ways To Brighten a Salad

I love salads year-round, but in the summer I find myself eating them more often. I'm not talking about a basic tossed salad, though. I love salads that are bursting with flavor. If you want to brighten up your salads,...

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20 Recipes That Prove Berries Aren’t Just for Dessert

Known for starring in delicious summer desserts, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries are tasty for breakfast, lunch and dinner too. From salads to pork chops to pancakes, summer berries are a delicious addition to any meal! Every bite of savory...

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Delicious Recipes To Use Up Summer Vegetables

Not sure with all the extra zucchini, tomatoes, and peppers your garden has yielded this summer? These recipes that highlight summer vegetables are the answer, in fact, we bet you’ll find your new go-to summer dish. Traditional family favorites, as...

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20 Tasty Beach Bites To Fill Your Cooler

For your next day at the beach, skip heading to the boardwalk for food when hunger hits. Instead, open your cooler. It's economical and way tastier. What makes something a beach bite? It has to be light, easy to eat...

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How To Make Grilled Fruit Skewers

Grilled fruit is a delicious summertime treat. After being on the heat, the fruit caramelizes and becomes even sweeter. Don't have an outside grill? Don't worry, a grill pan works great too. Fruit is so versatile in its grilling variations,...

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14 Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes You Need To Bake

Boy, chocolate chip cookies have come a long way since 1938 when Ruth Graves Wakefield whipped up the first batch. If you're a purist, we're sharing classic chocolate chip cookie recipes guaranteed to be a family favorite. But for those...

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What To Do With Too Many Fresh Blueberries

This weekend I found the tastiest blueberries. I may have gone a little overboard and bought way more than I can snack on. So, I decided to do a little recipe research and figure out how I could use the...

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19 Recipes for Girl’s Night

Oh, we’ll tell you what you want - what you really really want! These girl’s night approved recipes are going to be a hit at your next get together. Full of flavor, these easy appetizers and finger foods are sure...

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Baking With Blueberries

Breads and muffins and coffee cakes, we love baking with blueberries! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these goodies are bursting with fresh blueberries and a treat for the whole family. So grab all those blueberries you recently picked and...

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15 Mediterranean-Influenced Dishes

The Mediterranean "diet" has been popular for years, but it's really not a diet. More so, it's a healthier eating lifestyle that limits processed foods. It gets its name because it includes foods from regions around the Mediterranean Sea, like...

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Refreshing Summertime Evening Cocktails

What better way to relax at the end of the day than to make a refreshing cocktail and take a few moments to yourself? We all know summertime can be busy. We may not be able to do this every...

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16 No-Bake Dessert Ideas To Make This Summer

Turning on the oven during the summer should be illegal. These no-bake dessert ideas are going to be your new favorites! Sweet and rich, these no-bake desserts set up in the fridge or freezer for an easy summer treat. So...

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11 Recipes That Spotlight Pesto

Bright green in color, pesto is a classic northern Italian sauce. Traditionally made with basil, Parmesan, garlic, olive oil, and nuts (pine nuts or walnuts), it has a slightly grassy and nutty flavor. Easy to make at home, it's versatile...

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10 Fall-off-the-Bone Rib Recipes

When planning a menu for your summer cookouts, make sure to add a slab or two of ribs to your menu. When done right, they're tender, flavorful, and oh so tasty. Whether you like your ribs grilled, oven-baked, or smoked...

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5 Stellar Ways To Make Tuna Salad

Gone are the days of boring tuna fish sandwiches we used to get in the school cafeteria. Nowadays, a tuna sandwich is still a great lunch option, but it's loaded with flavor and anything but basic. Easy to make, we're...

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13 Different Ways To Grill Chicken

When asked, "What's for dinner?" and you answer chicken, you won't get a sigh from your family if you say grilled chicken. No matter what cut of chicken your family likes, we've gathered an assortment of recipes to make all...

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Five Grilled Dishes For Tonight’s Dinner

Summertime means grill time! When the weather permits, I try to grill at least one night a week. While I love my kitchen, it's nice to get outside and enjoy the weather while making a meal. Depending on what you...

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17 Sundae Topping Ideas

There’s nothing better than indulging in a frozen treat on those hot summer days, but it’s time to step up your ice cream game. These delicious sundae toppings will change how you scream for ice cream. From homemade strawberry sauce...