Summer Recipes

As a child I grew up on a farm where eggs and herbs were plentiful in summer. My mother made...

When guests bite into these juicy grilled kabobs, their eyes always widen with satisfaction. Our four kids are crazy about...

We like trying to make "street foods" at home, perfecting recipes for dishes like gyros and these spiced burgers, known...

No matter when I eat it, this tangy slow-cooked chicken reminds me of summer meals with friends and family. —Deborah...

These sweet little parfaits take everything that's wonderful about cheesecake and make it way easier. You get the rich creaminess,...

This spicy Asian sausage and noodle salad is equally good for lunch or a potluck. —Denese Johnson, Chico, Texas

If your garden is overflowing with zucchini this time of year, make these incredible pancakes to use it up. We...

Peachy sweetness mellows out the jalapeno kick in this homemade salsa. The whole meal is done in a half hour!...

Your adult guests will love the flavor of this cool and creamy margarita fruit dip recipe. Serve the kabobs either...

Plan ahead to marinate chicken overnight for wonderful flavor. Leftovers of this teriyaki grilled chicken breast are fabulous the next...

This easy side dish is perfect with just about any main dish. Lemon pepper gives it a nice zing. —Jeannie...

For a dazzling summer dessert, you can’t beat juicy strawberries and fresh whipped cream over homemade shortcake. My father added...

This fast and healthy alternative to traditional tacos has a delicious southwestern flair. The fact that is comes together in...

Lemon-pepper is our seasoning of choice for these chops. With the honey-orange Dijon sauce, there’s no need to pass the...

This recipe has a real kick, and it's one of my husband’s favorites. Ready in a flash, it's easily doubled...

With bok choy and red pepper, this light and lively entree is not only colorful but delicious as well. Your...

The already prepared meatballs make this a very easy and quick supper. You can use your own homemade meatballs or...

This easy-to-fix bruschetta can be served as an appetizer or as a colorful side dish. —Rachel Garcia, Fort Knox, Kentucky

I love the sweet-salty flavor of this pretty, layered dessert. Sliced strawberries and gelatin top a smooth cream cheese filling...

This chicken is perfect for an outdoor summer meal, and my family thinks it's fantastic. It takes about an hour...

I love stirring up this delightful caramel ice cream topping on the stovetop. With its smooth texture and yummy taste...

These cheesy hash browns were so popular at the morning meetings of our Mothers of Preschoolers group that we published...

These darling little desserts are my daughter Crystal’s favorite. At family birthday parties, no matter how fancy the dirt cup...

These luscious fruit kabobs are perfect as a summer appetizer, snack or side dish. The citrus glaze clings well and...

I like to make this yummy chicken Parmesan with spaghetti when I have extra sauce on hand. The herbed coating...

I like to serve this impressive treat at parties. The pleasant banana-orange flavor makes it wonderful for dinner or brunch....

On our busy ranch, we often need meals we can put on the table in a hurry. This all-in-one chicken...

This chicken Caesar salad looks and tastes fancy but couldn't be easier to make. It's my husband's favorite dinner.—Kay Andersen,...

This side dish always gets compliments. It’s easy to make ahead and simmer in the slow cooker, so it’s super...