Garlic Parmesan Summer Squash Pasta
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERFresh seasonal veggies are often the star of our summer pasta recipes, which inspired this garlic Parmesan summer squash pasta. The noodles are coated in plenty of Parmesan and a buttery garlic sauce (who needs garlic bread when you have garlic-Parm pasta?), and tossed with sautéed summer squash and zucchini.
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Homemade Ratatouille
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONWhile you might immediately think of the 2007 animated film Ratatouille, did you know that the namesake French dish is actually pretty easy to make? Sure, the film makes the cooking of a traditional ratatouille recipe look incredibly high-stakes (especially when it comes to winning over food critic, Anton Ego), but I promise it's a meal that's simple to make on any odd weeknight while also being incredibly memorable.
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Corn Salad
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREWhen the weather warms up, we take every chance we can get to enjoy sweet corn at all our summer picnics, potlucks, and BBQs. While we love celebrating the versatile ingredient in all its forms, a fresh corn salad has to be one of our favorite ways to enjoy sweet summer corn. Not only is it completely adaptable to what you have on hand, it’s so easy to prepare—simply toss to combine, season to taste, and serve!
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Pimento Cheese-Stuffed Mini Peppers
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORESummer Squash Sheet-Pan Tacos
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEThese vegetarian tacos feature tender summer squash (imagine them picked right from the garden), whipped garlicky hummus, smoky tahini sauce, and za’atar pickled shallots layered in warm corn tortillas. They’re the perfect composition of color, texture, and bold flavor you’ll emulate in every taco thereafter.
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Greek Salad
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING BARRETT WASHBURNEWhen you’re looking for simple, refreshing, and reliable, you’d be hard pressed to find a dish better than classic Greek salad. Filled with fresh veggies, tangy feta, and a simple dressing, this bright salad only takes 15 minutes to prepare, making it a perfect last-minute addition to any summer celebration.
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Grilled Zucchini Carbonara
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Parmesan Roasted Green Beans
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCERoasted Patty Pan Squash
Parker FeierbachThese cute little discs of veggies are similar to a yellow squash and mild in flavor. We tossed ours in a little olive oil, garlic, and thyme for a classic approach, but feel free to add any of your favorite seasonings.
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Cheesy Chicken & Pepper Bake
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERIn a rut with weeknight chicken dinners? On those nights when you want to spice things up but still need to keep prep easy, this cheesy chicken and pepper bake makes for the perfect meal. You get the convenience of cooking both the chicken and peppers in one dish, but with the added flavor and fancy-ish feel from a thyme cream cheese stuffing and colorful sweet peppers beneath.
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Summer Couscous Salad
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREA summer salad should be simple with minimal effort, allowing the summer produce to really shine. This couscous salad does just that. The only cooking required is bringing a pot of water to a boil, which is arguably not cooking at all. The rest is chopping up some fresh veggies and calling it a day!
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Air Fryer Okra
PHOTO: JOEL GOLDBERG; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEYellow Squash Casserole
PHOTO: LINDA XIAO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONMixed with sour cream, mayo, Cheddar, and Parm, this squash casserole is creamy, extra-flavorful, and more than satisfying. Finished with a buttered Ritz cracker topping, this casserole just might be the pinnacle of summer comfort food.
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One-Pan Summer Vegetable Ragú
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONFried Okra
TARA DONNEWhile it’s easy to love this veggie in all its forms, fried okra holds a special place in our hearts. When fried, it turns into crispy, poppable bites perfect for dipping in sauce or pairing with your favorite seafood dinner.
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Grilled Zucchini With Ricotta & Walnuts
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONCaprese Salad
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERHailing from the island of Capri and mirroring the colors of the Italian flag, the simple Caprese salad is the perfect way to start any late-summer meal. It’s one of the best ways to show off those juicy, in-season farmers' market tomatoes by complementing them with fresh basil and creamy mozzarella.
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Creamy Corn Pasta
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MARY RUPPDon’t be fooled by the name—this pasta has no cream. Instead, you’ll puree fresh corn, sautéed garlic, and scallions into a luscious sauce that’s topped with Parmesan, basil, and even more corn. With just these few ingredients, you can have a crowd-pleasing summer pasta on the table in only about 30 minutes.
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Eggplant Steak Frites With Chimichurri
Suzanne ClementsThe two keys to these eggplant steak frites' success are to prep in the kitchen while the grill preheats AND to prep your sauce so the meal can go directly from the grill to the table. Chimichurri sauce tastes even better as the flavors meld, so don’t be shy about making it in advance.
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