This smoked salmon dip is a super easy appetizer recipe if you need to whip something up really fast.
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Dark Chocolate Ice Cream [V, GF]
This rich dark chocolate ice cream will cool you down and satisfy your sweet tooth this summer!
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Avocado Pesto Penne [DF, Vegan]
Avocado pesto is creamy, fresh and delicious – a great way to get in your healthy fats and keep you full!
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Sauteed Chard with Mushrooms
Sauteed Chard with Mushrooms is a perfect side dish for a big piece of juicy steak or chicken; a nice accompaniment to your summer table.
One thing that I try to do (but haven’t been great at recently) is try new foods at the farmers market. I always knew that chard was a good-for-you green, but as far as cooking it at home, I just didn’t know how to handle it. Even though I kept seeing it, I resisted the urge to buy it until I had something in mind….
Greek Veggie Zucchini Boats
Eat one of these Greek Veggie Zucchini Boats for a side, or even two or three for a complete vegetarian dinner!
Happy Summer! It’s official as of this week, right? The weather certainly seems to think so. The best part of summer is the booming Farmers Market! I got some beauties this week and am so glad I get to share them with you. I was looking for some inspiration a few weeks ago, and my dear friend Maggie told me about zucchini boats. I’ve never had them before – but I trust her, and her photo convinced me!
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Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz
Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz
This gin fizz is a perfect drink for a summer night whether you’re lounging outside watching fireflies (while trying not to be eaten by mosquitoes), or just sitting inside watching TV. With 3 local ingredients, this is an ideal representation of farm-to-table at home!
The basil & cucumbers are, of course, from our garden. I finally think our cucumbers are dwindling, because it has been so hot. So with that, Cucumber Month is coming to a close. I had big dreams of also including refrigerator pickles, but honestly, we’re pretty pickled out over here….