Grilled Mexican Corn Salad. Light, easy, delicious, and refreshing. A perfect summer side.

Summer Vegetable Gratin – My favorite use for squash, zucchini, and tomatoes

Garlicky Shrimp with Buttered Breadcrumbs. Cooked in a sherry sauce, this dish is even better than it sounds.

Raspberry Mojitos – the perfect summer drink

Jalapeno-Cheddar Sandwich Bread makes the world’s best BLT!

My favorite summer combo of tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella are made into the perfect summer salad – Caprese Panzanella

Zucchini and Ricotta Fritters with Lemon. Make these with your plethora of zucchini!

Grilled Cajun Halibut with Praline sauce and Dirty Rice.

Fresh Peach Wine Coolers – summer in a glass

Ina Garten’s Scalloped Tomatoes. My pick for Barefoot Bloggers!

Chicken Soft Tacos – quick, easy, and super tasty. Taco night is fun again!

Jerk Chicken Burgers – a fun twist on a summertime favorite.

Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Spicy Maple Pecans. My first beet experience was a good one!

Fried Green Tomatoes – doesn’t get more southern than that!

In honor of my blogiversray, I made blueberry sweet rolls, and I’m giving away a copy of my favorite cookbook!

Swiss Chard and Sweet Pea Manicotti: All the light flavors of spring in a rich, indulgent pasta dish.

Crab & Shrimp Campechana – a cold seafood cocktail that is served with avocados and tortilla chips. Paired with Allagash White

Tomato, Mozzarella, and Pesto Paninis – the perfect grilled cheese for summer!

Ina Garten’s Bay Scallop Gratins – an incredibly fast and elegant dinner

A cupcake inspired by Ben and Jerry’s Chubby Hubby and Chunky Monkey ice creams – banana cake, chocolate ganache, and peanut butter icing

Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps: This popular Thai street food is easy to make at home