Even at a picnic after a barbecue, sometimes you crave dessert. A pizza-style dessert is a perfect solution for such an occasion. The prepared dough is stretched into a layer, then the crust is grilled and...
Summer Recipes
Ree Drummond serves this sumptuous Tex-Mex salad with all the ingredients laid out on a bed of lettuce leaves – a vibrant and perfect dish for a friendly house party...
Bacon, cream, and Parmesan make this dish incredibly delicious, just like at a restaurant. The chicken and bacon are fried separately in a pan, then quickly cooked in the remaining juices...
This simple Italian pasta dish features farfalle (bow-shaped pasta) and broccoli florets, but what makes it special is the dressing of anchovies, garlic, and peppers, sautéed in a blend of quality olive oil and...
Next time you're camping or firing up the outdoor grill, try the American camp dessert, s'mores. It's incredibly easy to make yet delicious. S'mores are fried...
Delicious, healthy, and colorful, succotash salad is perfect for kids. It includes green peas, carrots, zucchini, onions, edamame, and corn—all heated in a pan with vegetable oil.
An egg salad tea sandwich is one of the easiest, most delicious, and nutritious snacks, especially if you already have hard-boiled eggs. Simply chop the eggs with a knife or egg slicer, add...
Despite its simplicity, this appetizer will always be a crowd-pleaser. Deviled eggs can be made for any occasion with a variety of egg yolk-based fillings. Ree Drummond...
Mahi-mahi fish fillets are brushed with olive oil and grilled for just five minutes per side. Served on a bed of mixed greens with an olive-based mojo sauce...
Instead of traditional ice cream, this sundae is made with mascarpone cheese cream, whipped with cream and sugar. Pineapple chunks are grilled until they have distinctive grill marks and...
These sandwiches are made with pre-fried, breaded chicken breasts. Leftovers from last night's dinner are perfect, as the sandwiches will reheat on the grill. For...
This French stew is made with oven-baked vegetables—eggplant, zucchini, and tomatoes—which are then sliced and mixed with pan-fried bell peppers, onions, and...
Pistou soup (French: soupe au pistou) is a flavorful French soup filled with summer vegetables. It includes zucchini, squash, carrots, celery, green onions, and other vegetables, all cut into small, uniform cubes.
Pissaladière is a French onion "pizza" originating in Nice. The pie is made from a layer of yeast dough topped with a thick layer of sautéed onions. The pissaladière is topped with...
Outdoor recreation and homemade baking seem incompatible at first glance. However, even in a cast-iron cauldron, you can bake a delicious French cherry clafoutis on the go. In...
You can prepare the filling for these sandwiches either at home in the oven or on a barbecue grill at a picnic. Wrap all the ingredients in a foil package, take it with you, grill it, and when...
This appetizer takes no more than ten minutes to prepare, and the pickled onions will keep for several days. It's handy to always have a jar in the refrigerator so you can always have these tart and spicy rings ready to...
A delightful salad: light, vitamin-rich, refreshing, and a blend of vibrant flavors and textures. Fragrant fennel pairs beautifully with crisp, juicy celery and slightly bitter arugula. The salad...
Cooking and serving fish in a wrap is always original and perfect for special occasions. Baking it in a banana leaf wrap adds an exotic touch, and your guests...
50 zucchini recipes
Chefs offer dozens of interesting ways to use summer zucchini.
50 Picnic Salad Recipes
Don't forget the side dish! Enhance your picnic menu for a large group with dishes from our chefs.
Treat yourself to delicious zucchini slices topped with a crispy cheese crust. Paired with a mayonnaise dipping sauce, they make a perfect appetizer for friendly get-togethers or an evening out...
If you thought putting ice cream in the oven was crazy, it's time to be amazed, because that's exactly how a classic Baked Alaska cake is made. Ice cream is layered on...
This original appetizer with uncompromising flavor is perfect for beer parties or watching a game with a glass of beer. Smoked mini sausages are wrapped in thin slices of bacon and...
Foie gras is one of the most famous delicacies of French cuisine. Unlike regular duck liver, foie gras has a richer flavor and a more delicate, velvety texture. Foie gras is often served...
French ratatouille is an explosion of summer vegetable flavors you'll want to savor again and again. It includes tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, onions, and plenty of fresh herbs. All...
Flavorful grilled corn makes for a unique appetizer, more than just a salt-sprinkled cob. Combine roasted garlic with chopped tomato, grated Parmesan, and fresh...
While the corn is cooking, make a paste using butter mixed with chopped sage, lime juice, and lime zest. Spread it immediately on the hot cobs and enjoy the rich flavor.
The boiled log is served with a meat sauce that harmoniously blends vegetables and shellfish. The meat base is made from ground raw Italian sausage (choose spicy or...
One of the most suitable soups for a summer menu is vichyssoise, an onion soup made from leeks and potatoes in chicken broth and served cold, pureed.
Blueberries transform the traditional French clafoutis into an incredibly moist dessert, perfect for breakfast or after dinner. The berries are dipped in an egg batter, and the clafoutis...
This salad contains only four main ingredients, but it will captivate you with its extraordinary flavor. The base is cooked orzo pasta, and sautéed zucchini adds juiciness and...
This luxurious tart is bursting with the juiciness of zucchini and the tangy flavor of a mayonnaise-Dijon mustard blend that pairs beautifully with the vegetables. To prepare, use a pre-made...
This sparkling lemonade, made with natural ingredients, is pleasantly refreshing with its crisp lime and sweet raspberry flavor. It's also incredibly healthy. Both adults and children will love it.
Agua fresca is a type of Mexican soft drink. Unlike juices, agua fresca consists primarily of fresh water, which is flavored with various fruits, flowers, and syrups. The drink...
A delicious and juicy fruit salad is a healthy dessert you can indulge in without harming your figure. The combination of different fruits creates amazing flavors, and you can experiment with them...
Kiwi, mango, and papaya are delicious on their own, but when they're combined in a bowl and topped with mint, the flavor becomes even more refreshing and vibrant. All the fruits are cut into identical, small pieces...
These cupcakes, topped with snow-white, fluffy cream and coconut, look very festive and will perfectly complement a festive cake or become the center of attention at your celebration.
This refreshing arugula and strawberry salad is a wonderful addition to any summer menu. The zesty flavor of the arugula is beautifully balanced by the sweetness of the berries, the tart-sweet dressing, and the rich, salty bites...
When ripe, flavorful summer vegetables are in season, sometimes the best way to prepare them is to not cook them at all, but to enjoy them fresh. This salad features raw zucchini (zucchini and yellow...
This shallot vinaigrette is perfect for any leafy salad or mixed greens, infusing them with rich flavor. Sliced shallots are steeped in hot vinegar and left to steep until...
This creamy pie, with a crumbly crust and airy meringue, combines the rich flavors of banana and coconut. A perfect treat for a summer party. To give the pie filling time to set and...
The beauty of an Italian frittata is that you can load it with plenty of seasonal vegetables, making the omelet not only nutritious but also juicy, healthy, and delicious. And to enhance the flavor...
Make a refreshing non-alcoholic mojito by mixing lime-mint syrup with sparkling water. The beauty of this soda is that all the ingredients are natural and contain no...
This recipe makes a delicious drink syrup that's easy to store in the refrigerator and dilute with unflavored sparkling water when needed to enjoy...
A single baguette and tomatoes make healthy hot sandwiches for a crowd. Each slice of bread is brushed with garlic-infused olive oil, topped with a slice of tomato and a pinch of grated...
This salad comes together in minutes and turns into a luxurious restaurant-quality appetizer, which interestingly combines the bitterness of endive with the sweetness of pears and the velvety texture of Roquefort cheese with...
Radishes with butter and coarse sea salt is an unusual combination, considered a traditional spring appetizer in France. The radishes are served with a generous mound of sea salt and slices...
The main secret to fried mushrooms is that the caps are much more delicious fried in butter. Use any wild mushrooms, and you'll get an incredibly flavorful dish filled with rich...
French vegetable tian is a healthy summer vegetable dish originating in Provence. You'll need onions, potatoes, zucchini, tomatoes, and herbs. The vegetables are cut into equal...






















































