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Blue Ribbon Summer Recipes

From summer side dishes to healthy salads and more, stay cool with light and easy summer recipes!

Mexi Dogs

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By Elizabeth Lancaster
When I was newly married my husband had introduced me to an amazing cook, she ...
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Farmer's Market Style Personal Pizza

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By Jennifer Bass
We love fresh vegetables almost as much as we love pizza. For a healthier ...
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Florida Slaw

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By Tiege Rd
This is light and so refreshing on a hot summer day or alongside a burger.
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Low carb cauliflower potato salad for picnic

Cauliflower Potato Salad

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By Janet Crow
My favorite part about BBQ season is the side dishes. This is a wonderful ...
(2 ratings)

Red White And Blue Chicken Salad By Eddie

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By Eddie Jordan
This chicken salad is great for lunch, dinner or a midnight snack. It's good anytime.
(4 ratings)

Fruity Spinach Salad

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By Monika Rosales
These flavors work well together.
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Coney Island Sauce

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By Kyra Brier
This is a topping for hot dogs and burgers. My family loved it.
(3 ratings)

Grilled Jalapeno And Lime Shrimp Skewer

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By Josephine Quick
If possible use flat metal skewers that are at least 14 inches long for this ...
(2 ratings)

Roasted Strawberry Tart

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By Cassie Thornburg
Lee and I went to the Farmer's Market last weekend and bought a bunch of ...
(3 ratings)
Pineapple baked beans in casserole dish

Pineapple Baked Beans

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By Brenda Dixon
Everyone loves my baked beans and I am frequently asked to bring them to potlucks! ...
(4 ratings)

Summer Fruit Salad

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By Cynthia Lancaster
Our summer family gatherings are never complete without this easy to prepare, absolutely wonderful treat.
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Creamy Cantaloupe Pie

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By Lisa Logan
A summer favorite in my family!
(4 ratings)

Pistachio Ambrosia Cupcakes

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By Linda BONWILL
We love a fresh bowl of Ambrosia Fruit Salad at picnics during the summer months. ...
(4 ratings)

Mexicano Shrimp Cocktail

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By Lou Kostura
I originally tried this in a tiny Mexican general store in Calistoga California. They serve ...
(3 ratings)

Beef Tacos With Artichoke Salsa

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By Kitchen Crew
This taco recipe is so easy, you could make it every week. Slicing the beef ...
(2 ratings)

Summer Spicy Shrimp Salad In Tortilla Cups/bowls

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By Allison Hazell
Great in tortilla bowls or as a dip with toasted baguette pieces. It can be ...
(4 ratings)

Blue Cheese N Bacon Summer Salad

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By Babz Bernad
This can also be used for any type of salad greens. For some reason the ...
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Cilantro Lime Seafood Salad (in An Avocado Boat)

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By Lisa 'Gayle' Goff
I took this to our monthly ladies luncheon and it was a hit with the ...
(9 ratings)

Blt Chicken Salad

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By Cherie Hammond
This is one of my favorite chicken salads. It is versatile because you can ...
(13 ratings)
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