Summer Recipes

The key to delicious and juicy pork ribs is to grill them for a long time using indirect heat. The second key to success is the sauce you coat the ribs with while grilling. Here...

The recipe uses bone-in pork shoulder, which is rubbed with mustard, generously sprinkled with a spice mixture, and smoked for approximately 10 hours until the meat is infused with spicy flavors,...

To enjoy amazing smoked meat, you don't have to spend all day smoking it. The key is choosing the right seasonings and garnish. Beef flank steak is rubbed with spices with...

As Sunny Anderson says, "There's nothing sweeter than a perfect tomato filled with something salty!" And indeed, a simple salty filling of Parmesan and breadcrumbs is excellent...

Grilling watermelon caramelizes its sugars, enhancing its flavor, and imparting a delicious smoky note to the juicy flesh. A great ingredient...

Watermelon isn't as simple as it might seem. It can be used to make a variety of drinks and snacks, and even a snack called jerky. Although jerky is traditionally a dried chunk...

You can cut the watermelon into French fry-sized sticks and serve it with dipping sauce. This won't be a sweet dessert, but a truly spicy Mexican-style appetizer that will captivate you with its...

After enjoying a juicy, ripe watermelon, don't throw away the rinds—pickle them! Just a few hours in a spicy brine, and they'll be a delicious, savory snack. Don't forget to...

A beautiful way to serve watermelon as an appetizer to a main course is to cut it into carpaccio, or thin slices, and top it with shaved salted ricotta and fresh mint leaves. Sweet...

The vibrant summer aroma and flavor of juicy watermelon are complemented by spiced salt with the equally vibrant aroma of fresh herbs. Fragrant basil and tarragon are blended in a food processor along with salt. Finely...

Lovers of strong, aromatic coffee can indulge in this invigorating drink even in the heat by making a refreshing Italian granita. This frozen dessert requires no special...

The "Three Dots, Dash" embodies all the hallmarks of a traditional exotic cocktail: a blend of citrus flavor, honey and almond sweetness, spice, and, of course, plenty of rum.

A delicious summer dish featuring grilled chicken breast coated in a delicious crust of aromatic Middle Eastern za'atar seasoning, served with a refreshing cucumber, watermelon, and fresh...

Cold zucchini soup is as refreshing in summer as Spanish gazpacho. It's very smooth, with a slight creamy flavor from the sour milk, and most importantly, it's light. Zucchini...

Salmon steaks are rubbed with a blend of aromatic spices and brown sugar, which will create a delicious caramelized, spicy crust after frying, and then grilled until grill marks appear. And...

Unlike most stuffed vegetable recipes, these eggplants aren't baked with the filling; instead, each component is prepared separately, and in the end, everything is assembled into neat boats with...

This easy-to-make yet filling dish is perfect for picnics. At home, you can mix the dressing with canned beans and take them with you. The beans will marinate and infuse with flavor while on the go...

The recipe uses St. Louis-style spare ribs, which are perfectly even, rectangular slices of rib cut from the brisket area. Unlike the whiter, meatier spare ribs...

This strawberry-lemon ice cream pie with a delicious berry topping looks so luxurious it could easily replace a holiday cake on a hot day. Guests will be thrilled...

Make a refreshing frozen dessert inspired by the popular Caribbean cocktail, Pina Colada. This granita is light and low-calorie, unlike traditional ice cream, and its tropical...

Rhubarb stalks make a great ingredient for a delicious pie filling, especially when combined with raspberries. The filling is aromatic and pleasantly tart, perfectly complemented by...

It takes about 18 hours to cook a delicious beef brisket, including an overnight marinade in the refrigerator and about 10 hours of smoking, so plan ahead if you're cooking for a specific...

Pan-seared scallops are served with a side of creamed corn and a salad of tomatoes, pickled red onions, and fresh herbs. The creamed corn...

Make a summer Mexican fajita with grilled shrimp and vegetables. Each ingredient is grilled separately, the vegetables are sliced, and served alongside warm tortillas, so everyone can share...

A traditional summer salad of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, and iceberg lettuce in a vinaigrette dressing becomes much more filling and delicious when paired with aromatic fried sausages and potato chips.

Summer Bolognese ragù features a generous helping of tomatoes and fragrant basil; together, these two ingredients infuse the dish with vibrant flavors and aromas. Make this ragù with beef...

Pack your pasta with plenty of vitamins and fiber by mixing it with okra and green beans. For a more vibrant flavor, chop the vegetables and grill them. Then, the pasta...

This dish uses pork ribs cut from the loin area. They're meatier, juicier, and more filling, perfect not only for beer but also as a main course. Before grilling...

This simple, homemade dish is quick to prepare and infused with the delicious flavors and aromas of Greek cuisine. The potatoes are roasted at a high temperature in the oven until golden brown,...

This simple salad is made with fresh tomatoes, radishes, cucumbers, and crispy fried bacon, topped with a delicious ranch dressing that perfectly complements the flavor of the vegetables. It includes...

These unusual kebabs were inspired by the traditional Italian dish, eggplant alla Parma. All the ingredients are present on skewers, but the overall flavor is...

This refreshing, light soup will not only cool you down in the heat but also add a touch of summer with its elegant floral appearance. It's made with only green ingredients: cucumbers, bell peppers,...

Whole stuffed potatoes look delicious. Bake them in the microwave first, then bake them quickly in the oven and get a golden crust. The finished potatoes...

Bellini is one of the most popular summer cocktails in Italy, made with peach puree and sparkling wine. You can enjoy the refined flavor of this drink even if it's not the season yet...

This refreshing Spanish gazpacho soup recipe is not for the faint of heart! It's made with chopped tomatoes preserved in their own juice, topped with a sauce made from...

To make these noodles, use whole-grain spaghetti; it not only looks "Asian" but also adds healthy fiber and a subtle nutty flavor. And for real...

A casserole of ripe zucchini, tomatoes, and eggplant is one of the healthiest and most popular homemade dishes of late summer. Prepare it so that the gratin delights you not only with its amazing...

If you love spicy food, this cold gazpacho soup will impress you with its flavor. It's made with sweet cherry tomatoes, which are perfectly complemented by the heat of chili peppers. The jalapeños are medium...

A simple recipe for a delicious and healthy Mediterranean pasta. To prepare it, capellini (or "angel hair") pasta is boiled and mixed with raw salsa, also known as "salsa cruda."

This light and refreshing cold cucumber soup is made similar to Spanish gazpacho, but the main ingredient here is cucumbers instead of tomatoes. A few yellow tomatoes are added,...

This delicious and filling salad is made with ptitim, a small pasta dish also known as Israeli couscous due to its similar appearance. Boiled ptitim is mixed with caramelized onions...

This Italian soup combines the flavors and aromas of summer vegetables like zucchini, squash, carrots, Swiss chard, green beans, and tomatoes. White beans and shell pasta add a touch of...

Bread pudding is a delicious and filling homemade treat made with summer berries and peaches, along with brioche bread. It's perfect if your brioche is starting to go stale: you'll save the bread from going to waste, and...

This Italian granita, similar to a fruit ice, is a light and refreshing treat that's perfect for indulging in the summer heat. Cranberry granita is made with cranberry juice,...

A delicious and beautiful Mediterranean-style appetizer of baked cherry tomatoes with feta cheese. Tomatoes, tossed with olive oil and red pepper, are stuffed with cheese cubes and roasted in...

Prepare a delicious Asian-inspired shrimp appetizer for a dinner party at home. This recipe uses large shrimp, skewered individually onto short wooden skewers, and...

To prepare this appetizer, you'll need very large shrimp. They're marinated in lemon juice and olive oil before being grilled. Just a couple of minutes per side...

Classic strawberry shortcake is a shortbread dessert topped with whipped cream and strawberry filling. This low-calorie version substitutes Greek yogurt for the whipped cream, and...