Here is my very best Wild Rice Salad recipe made with oranges, dried cranberries, apricots and avocado. It is a delicious make-ahead side dish for…Read More
Tag: summer
Air Fryer Acorn Squash
This simple acorn squash side dish is so easy to make thanks to the convenience of an air fryer! Simply cut the squash, brush with…Read More
Easy Steamed Broccoli with Garlic and Lemon
This easy Broccoli with Garlic and Lemon is one of my favorite go-to ways to jazz up simple steamed broccoli and my children absolutely love…Read More
Easy Steamed Garlic Herb Butternut Squash
This quick and easy Steamed Garlic and Herb Butternut Squash recipe is an fast and flavorful side dish to add to your menu. It can…Read More
10 Ways to Make Cooking Less Miserable When It’s Sweltering Outside
With hit after hit of heat waves this summer, it’s more important than ever to have a few tricks up your sleeve for staying cool while cooking. Sure, no-cook recipes are often touted as the best solution for beating the heat and satisfying your appetite at the same time, but let’s be honest: There are […]
The Best Sleep Essentials to Keep You Cool and Comfy During Hot Nights
Whether you’re feeling the effects of the summer heat wave or you’re just a hot sleeper all year long, swapping in some cooling bedding—think crisp percale sheet sets and pillowcases, gel-infused mattress pads, and breezy, breathable pj’s—can make a serious difference. Not only will you dodge the discomfort that comes with overheating (hello, night sweats), […]
Veggie Pesto Pasta
If you have 30 minutes, then you have enough time to throw together this simple Veggie Pesto Pasta recipe. It is made with fresh cooked…Read More
Roasted Eggplant and Zucchini
When eggplant and zucchini are in season, it’s time to bake up a batch of this Roasted Eggplant and Zucchini! It’s a simple, hands-off side…Read More
Cherry Tomato Penne Pasta Caprese
If Summertime needed an official pasta dish, I vote for this Cherry Tomato Penne Pasta Caprese with pearl mozzarella balls, blistered cherry tomatoes, lots of…Read More
Easy Pasta Peperonata
This easy Pasta Peperonata is tossed with a rich and savory sauce made with sautéed peppers, onions, tomato, anchovies, and capers. All that’s left to…Read More
Healthy Yellow Summer Squash Casserole
This healthy yellow Summer Squash Casserole is an easy and delicious way to use up fresh yellow squash this summer! This side dish has tender…Read More
Easy Grilled Onions
If you are wondering about the best way to grill onions, then read on! I have all the tricks and tips to get perfectly caramelized…Read More
Easy Watermelon Sorbet {No Churn}
This easy 3-ingredient Watermelon Sorbet is a cool and refreshing, low-calorie dessert for summer. It only takes a few minutes of hands-on time because it…Read More
36 Refreshing Cucumber Recipes That Aren’t All Salads
Cucumber recipes are a staple during summertime because they’re so, so refreshing. And for good reason: The veggie is roughly 95% water, so it’s no wonder that recipes that feature cucumbers really hit the spot when temperatures heat up. Because of its quench factor, cucumbers often take center stage in lots of salad recipes. But […]
Watermelon Gin Fizz Cocktail
This Watermelon Gin Fizz Cocktail is a refreshing and summery take on the classic gin fizz cocktail. Made with a sweet-tart watermelon juice and a…Read More