Troy’s Baked Beans – not sure who Troy is but this recipe is perfect and a slow cooker recipe that won’t heat up the kitchen!

Avocado Deviled Eggs – perfect for any occasion – dinner, picnics, and parties. Dress them up a bit with a topper of avocado.

Hard Cooked Eggs with Basil and Fluffy Ham

Surprise your guests at your next barbecue with this unique coleslaw made with blueberries and lavender…trust me, it works!

Catch the end of summer with this classic Succotash – the ultimate veggie side dish

Black Bean and Mango Quinoa Salad. A quick, easy, and healthy recipe perfect to pack for a work lunch or picnic in the park!

The perfect finger food! Stuffed cremini mushrooms make a great appetizer.

Cold buckwheat noodles with crunchy veggies and a tangy mustard-soy dressing makes a great lunch or picnic dish.

Quinoa Salad with Spinach, Feta, and Dill

The epitome of simplicity, this sweet summer corn is adorned with nothing but sea salt and basil.

Grilled potatoes, bell peppers and onions in a delicious summery salad with no mayo.

Mojito melon salad – cubes of watermelon drizzled with a sweetened lime-mint syrup. A refreshingly addictive salad.

Southwestern black bean salad – black beans, corn, cilantro and tomatoes with a touch of lime juice. Simple, light and delicious.