Posts Tagged ‘fresh’
Summer Corn Chowder!
Soup? In summer? Absolutely. My favorite way to kick off soup season is with this corn chowder recipe. It’s comforting and hearty, and packed with sweet corn that keeps the taste of summer alive a little bit longer and we must take advantage before we all turn into pumpkins next month. Creamy, rich, flavorful, ready in 30…
Read MoreSummer Garden Skillet Gnocchi!
This simple gnocchi recipe is my summertime secret weapon. Because it has all the things I LOVE. Hello to carbs, Parmesan cheese, summer vegetables and maybe most importantly, the fresh herbs. Yes, yes, YES. Fresh herbs for the win because their presence on the plate reminds us that the simplest ingredients often make the most…
Read More2 Memorial Day Salads!
Summer is coming! There’s a change in the air on Memorial Day. It’s a long weekend, it’s finally grilling season, and the last day of school is just a few weeks away. There’s so much to get excited about on the first (unofficial) day of summer, starting with these side dishes which will help round out…
Read MoreSimple Mexican Street Corn & Avocado Salad
In my attempt to celebrate the season, I went a little nuts with my corn purchase this week. So I decided to get super festive with my bounty. Inspired by a recent recipe in Bon Appétit, I shucked the corn, pulled out the cast iron pan, and 20 minutes later, I was taking a victory…
Read MoreSimple Summer Gazpacho
I took my first sip of this chilled soup and was immediately hooked! Crisp veggies, chopped garlic, and a drizzle of oil and fresh lemon juice whiz together in a food processor or blender, and the result is a delicious, cool, no-cook meal perfect for dishing into big bowls or serving as appetizer-sized shooters. It’s…
Read MoreCowboy Caviar
Super fresh and vibrant! Cowboy Caviar combines two types of beans, colorful summer vegetables, and a sweet and tangy lime dressing for a bold and versatile dish that you’ll find yourself making over and over this summer. Ready in less than 20 minutes and can be made in advance. It has become a go-to healthy…
Read MoreCucumber Salad with Chickpeas & Lime Vinaigrette
Doesn’t it feel so easy to cook this time of year? I don’t know about you, but one glance at the abundance of gorgeous summer produce that’s available feels like instant inspiration to whip up something fresh and healthy. Yet one more reason why I believe summer is the most wonderful season. Truly, so simple…
Read MoreSweet & Spicy Black Bean Salad
Is it just me… Or is there is something so incredibly comforting about a meal filled with beans, fresh veggies and a flavorful dressing? While I have a pretty standard recipe for black bean and avocado salad sometimes it’s a good thing to switch things up a bit. This 15-minute salad starts with a base…
Read MoreSouthwestern Layered Bean Dip
It’s ALL about the snacks on game day! Even if you hate football (no judgment) I feel like pretty much everyone can get on board with a good Super Bowl party. So today, I come to you with a classic dip recipe that we’ve probably all had at one time or another. And if you…
Read MorePea, Mint & Spring Onion Soup
Don’t wait, friends. You’ll need to get on this recipe while the spring produce is peaking and it’s still cool enough to eat soup without sweating in front of your air conditioner (here in Maine, we have a while…) This soup just happens to be loaded with two of my favorite spring offerings—peas and mint—plus…
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