Summer Recipes

The name of this dessert, pandowdy, is considered a free and playful interpretation of the English word "dough." The dessert is over 200 years old and traditionally consists of a pie in a pan...

For a late Sunday brunch, delight your family with these fluffy pancakes, filled with juicy strawberries and drizzled with homemade brown sugar syrup. To make the pancakes look pretty,...

This smoothie is made with frozen mango chunks and strawberry jam, which replaces both the berries and the sugar. It's smooth, velvety, moderately sweet, and thick. Orange...

Bobby Flay loves this salad for its contrasting textures. Light, peppery arugula leaves, crisp fresh fennel, juicy grape tomatoes, and creamy chickpeas—all paired with a light dressing...

This healthy appetizer is filled with delicious Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors. The dip consists of three perfectly complementary layers: eggplant baba ganoush, refreshing tzatziki...

This coffee milkshake will help you stay energized on hot summer days. It's made with coffee ice cream, milk, and strong (important!) coffee. You can add espresso beans if desired...

You can experiment endlessly with pesto variations, as long as you stick to the classic formula: herbs + nuts (seeds) + vegetable oil + cheese. This Mexican-style pesto is made from...

When you want to cook authentic Mexican al pastor on a spit, but with minimal effort, a pellet grill is your friend. Cooking this dish is a joy, and it turns out just as...

Roasted hazelnuts bring out the nutty flavor of the whole-wheat pasta in this recipe. Add peppery arugula, pecorino cheese, and a squeeze of lemon juice for a quick and delicious...

Make a quinoa, red bell pepper, and toasted pecan salad for a simple and filling side dish perfect for the holidays. Dress the salad with apple cider vinegar and...

A frozen cocktail isn't just a relaxing drink: it can also be a light dessert for adults, a pleasant refreshment after dinner. Garnish each serving with a twist of...

To make this summer fruit pizza, you can use any seasonal fruit and berries you can find: raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, nectarines, or apricots. The crust...

This adult dessert resembles a popsicle, but instead of ice cream, it's topped with chocolate-covered frozen bananas soaked in rum. Coconut oil is added to the chocolate to help the glaze set...

Enjoy this tropical pie with the most delicate filling on a crumbly graham cracker crust. It's dairy-free, but thanks to avocado and coconut oil, the filling...

Gradient cocktails captivate with their striking appearance, and this version is also incredibly refreshing, served frozen and perfect as a light dessert for adults. For its...

The American dessert salad "Frog's Eye" got its amusing name from the small round pasta called "acini di pepe" that it contains. The other main ingredients in this salad are...

This elegant salad is all about perfection: the contrasting combination of candied pecans and salty pancetta, succulent frisée leaves in a warm dressing, crisp radishes, and—the highlight of this appetizer—crostini with...

If you want to garnish your hummus for a beautiful presentation, roasted chickpeas are a great choice. Dry them thoroughly, fry them in olive oil, and sprinkle them over the hummus in a bowl. Add some bright...

Deep-fried cauliflower can be served as a main course or as a side dish to your favorite baked chicken or turkey. Roasting the whole head of cauliflower gives it a deep, rich flavor...

This simple and delicious Italian-style dish is perfect for a midweek dinner or a Sunday family lunch. Cod fillet is braised in a savory tomato sauce with olives and...

This pie captivates not only with its tropical flavor but also with its incredible texture. During the oven baking process, the dough separates into two layers: a velvety pudding-like bottom layer and a crisp, flaky top layer.

The key ingredients in this moist, double-layer cake are coconut milk and lemonade concentrate. They give it a pudding-like texture and infuse it with a wonderful tropical flavor. For...

This pudding is made in a jar and requires no cooking: chia seeds are steeped in coconut milk, left to soak overnight in the refrigerator, and in the morning the finished pudding is ready to be topped with fresh berries...

Chia seeds, fruit, and nuts in this recipe make for a filling and healthy breakfast, rich in chia's omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and fiber. Coconut milk...

Chocolate, caramel, and toasted coconut—one of the most delicious dessert combinations! This no-bake dessert is made in the refrigerator. The cakes, like miniature tarts, are assembled from chocolate...

This ice cream pie with magical notes of coconut and almond is the perfect summer treat. The pie is made with a crispy ground almond crust, topped with a layer of homemade coconut...

Panna cotta is one of the easiest Italian desserts to make, but when served correctly, it becomes a sophisticated treat. Essentially, it's a jelly made from cream, gelatin, and sugar. This...

Pesto sauce is perfect for dressing cooked pasta, especially if it's homemade. Even without adding anything else, your dish will be complete and self-sufficient. For those...

The pellet grill is arguably the best barbecue invention since fire! It eliminates the need to constantly stoke the fire or monitor smoke and heat, which significantly...

Toss cooked pasta with asparagus, canned cannellini beans, and crumbled feta for a dish perfect for summer. For a neat look, slice the asparagus...

This simple, light summer pasta gets a burst of flavor from brined shrimp, sweet peppers, and a generous splash of rosé. A splash of heavy cream makes the sauce creamier and richer, and...

Refreshing white sangria is an elegant complement to your summer dinner. Dry white wine is infused with apple, pear, lemon, and white grape pieces, then steeped in a pitcher of...

This refreshing cocktail will remind you of summer, even if it's winter outside. It's made with canned peaches and oranges, white wine, and orange liqueur, which brings out the citrus flavor.

Sangria is the perfect drink if you're hosting a large gathering and need to prepare it in advance. The longer it sits in the refrigerator, the more intense the flavor will be. Try this refreshing...

Lightly smoked salmon fillet is incredibly easy to prepare and cooks in just 20 minutes on a pellet grill. Before grilling, brush the fish with a flavorful caper sauce...

A dry marinade is a great way to quickly (and cleanly) marinate chicken. The result is just as delicious and flavorful as a liquid marinade. Dry brining would also work—but...

This macaroni and cheese can be made ahead of time and grilled or smoked while you're finishing other dishes, making it the perfect side dish for a barbecue. Just one spoonful of sauce...

For this recipe, it's best to use large, whole chicken wings, uncut, to allow them to infuse with the smoky flavor without drying out. The wings are marinated for several hours in a mixture of juices...

Enjoy the natural smoky flavors of this smoked chickpea hummus. You'll need a metal colander to grill the chickpeas. Besides...

This quick and easy marinade is a great way to use up leftover coconut milk—you only need a little. It adds a sweet note to grilled shrimp, and...

Flavorful shrimp scampi is cooked in one pan with vegetables, corn, and bread, making for a quick, delicious, and hassle-free dinner. Instead of white wine—a traditional shrimp ingredient—...

This savory pie is a delicious combination of crispy garlic-cheese bread and shrimp scampi in butter with fresh herbs and lemon. Baked upside down:...

Make quick sandwiches with juicy, plump shrimp sautéed in butter with garlic and herbs. Drizzle with a light white wine sauce, drizzle with lemon juice, and enjoy!

The name of this Louisiana sandwich comes from the English word "poor boy." The recipe is believed to have been invented by brothers Benny and Clovis Martin, who in 1929...

Panzanella, a classic Italian bread salad, is a great way to enjoy ripe summer tomatoes in all their glory. This version is enhanced with crisp cucumbers, greens, chickpeas, and bright...

The shrimp are served with a refreshing gazpacho-style sauce made with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and chili sauce. Simply blend all ingredients and serve with boiled or grilled...