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15 Fish Recipes to Have for Dinner This Summer

Fish recipes are one of our favorite go-to summer dinners. Fried, grilled or baked - we love that we can prepare our favorite fish in a variety of ways so we'll never be bored. Pair these easy fish recipes with...

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15 Kid-Friendly Poolside Treats

Nothing ruins a fun day at the pool than a hangry kid. Help prevent those hunger-induced meltdowns with these easy, kid-friendly, and packable poolside snacks! No matter how picky your kids are, we promise your new go-to summer kid-friendly treat...

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12 Summer Recipes for When It’s Too Hot to Cook

You know those summer days where it’s just too hot to do anything, let alone cook dinner? These easy, no-fuss recipes are perfect for those days. From Crock Pot creations to quick stove-top ideas to grill-friendly recipes, your whole family...

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Recipes That Spotlight Summer Berries

Summer is great for many reasons and one of my favorite things is the abundance of fresh berries. I could snack on raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries all day long. And of course, I love to incorporate them into my cooking...

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Your Perfect Picnic Menu

Planning a picnic with the family? Here are all the fixins you need! From snacks to summer sides to main dishes to easy no-fuss desserts to refreshing drinks, these picnic-perfect recipes are everything you need for a lovely day in...

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16 Fresh Basil Recipes

Basil is one of the most versatile herbs around. The most common type is sweet basil. With a sweet, peppery, and slightly minty taste, it brightens up many meals. You don't need a huge garden space for it to grow...

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25 Quick Summer Snacks

Summer is for enjoying the outdoors. Kayaking down a river, going for a family walk, swimming by the pool, or heading out for a bike ride, activities rule the weekends in the summer. By the time you return home, it's...

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20 Grilled, Baked, Stuffed & Fried Zucchini Recipes

Your summertime will be a little more delicious after you prepare these easy and flavorful zucchini recipes. How many ways can you enjoy zucchini? Oh, let us count the ways. Grilled, baked, stuffed, fried, and more (zoodles anyone?), here are...

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11 Easy Summer Dinner Recipes for the Family

For all my busy parents out there, this one's for you. Whether you’re taking kids somewhere or running a million errands, these easy recipes are perfect to make for a summer family dinner. Fish, chicken, zucchini, and vegetarian options, we...

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Full-Flavored Grilled Dinners for Summer

In my part of the United States, it's been hot (very hot!). But when the afternoon sun falls, I look forward to skipping the stove and complicated dinner for the shade where my grill sits. It has been getting a...

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How to Make Fry Sauce

Fry sauce has been around since the 1940s. It’s been a popular condiment in the western United States for a long time but in recent years it’s becoming popular across the country. So what is fry sauce and what is...

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19 Recipes to Use Up Ripe Strawberries

How many times have you seen a pint of juicy strawberries, bought them because you just had to have them and not get around to eating them? You're not alone. It's happened to us more times than we can count....

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17 Refreshing Recipes with Mint

Have an abundance of mint in your garden? These mint-tastic recipes are the answer! Bursting with fresh mint leaves, these refreshing summer dinner recipes are sure to be a hit. From grilled goodies to fresh salads to yummy vegetarian options,...

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16 Fresh Cucumber Recipes to Try This Summer

Since cucumbers are 95% water, they help with hydration and are fantastic to add to your summer menu. They're not just for tossing into a garden salad or slicing for a snack either. From soups to creamy and marinated salads,...

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Recipes for an Easy and Tasty Family Picnic

Looking for an activity to do with the family? Have a picnic! Whether it's in a local park or just in your yard, on a nice summer day take your meal outside. I've put together a menu of easy recipes...

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10 Tips for Cooking With Kids

With camps canceled, not all pools are opening (or with limited capacity), and fewer playdates than usual, keeping kids occupied can be challenging. To keep them from asking what's to eat, get them in the kitchen. Cooking teaches math skills,...

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Easy Menu for July 4th

How is the Fourth of July nearly here? With all the craziness of 2020, this year is flying by to me. Since my part of the country is beginning to open up, I plan on hosting a few friends on...

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15 Recipes for a Scaled Back Fourth of July Barbecue

Fourth of July may look a little different this year but it's still our patriotic duty to enjoy delicious food. These scrumptious recipes are made with readily available ingredients and leftovers are just as good. Start with some Strawberry Salsa...

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16 Recipes That Prove Pineapple and Coconut Are a Match Made in Dessert Heaven

Nothing like that melt-in-your-mouth flavor combo of pineapple and coconut to get your taste buds salivating! Pies, cakes, trifles, and more, you can get these magical flavors in so many delicious ways. No need to ever limit yourself (or your...

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17 Healthy Summer Dinner Recipes

These light and fresh dinner recipes are perfect for hot summer nights. Full of flavor and easy on your waistline, the entire family is going to love these healthy recipes. Salads, grilled chicken, salmon, and more make for delicious healthy...