Throw an elegant end-of-summer party with one of these gorgeous, fruit-forward cakes as the centerpiece. Be it peaches, cherries or berries, these colorful, juicy fruits are all you need to turn a cake into something striking and special
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8 Must-Have Beach Accessories
Enjoy the last-hoorah of summer in style! From my go-to beach tote to the Swiss Army knife of beach chairs, these are the items that I always pack with me when I’m going to relax by the water.
It’s Officially Peach Season!
Summer is here and you know what that means — it’s peach season!
8 One-Ingredient Rubs and Marinades for the Grill
Keep your grilling simple this summer and try these 8 one-stop-shop marinades and rubs.
Layered Picnic Salad with Yogurt Ranch Dressing
There is always a place in my heart for the old school bacon-and-iceberg lettuce layered salads of my childhood, but these days I am loving this healthier, more colorful, modern version
One-Pot Cajun Shrimp and Rice
“This One-Pot Cajun Shrimp and Rice recipe is spicy, satisfying and perfect for busy weeknights! Ready to eat in just 30 minutes.”
No-Cook Summer Tomato Sauce
This is the ultimate lazy summer dinner. When cherry and sun gold tomatoes are bursting with flavor, slice them and let sit with olive oil and a touch of vinegar. The sweet juices seep out and make an incredible sauce. This is better the longer you can let it sit, but in a pinch you can marinate the tomatoes while you boil the water and cook the pasta. Toss the drained, hot pasta directly into the bowl with the tomatoes and the residual heat from the noodles will gently cook the tomatoes and garlic. This dish is bright, elegant and effortless.
6 Fruit Desserts to Make this Summer
If there’s any reason to turn your oven on this summer, it’s to bake gorgeous summer fruits into show-stopping desserts. Buttery, flaky and crispy, there is nothing better than a crumble or galette fresh from the oven and dripping with sweet fruit juices.
Berry & Thyme Cobbler
Print Recipe Berry & Thyme Cobbler Votes: 0 Rating: 0 You: Rate this recipe! Course Desserts Occasion Casual, Summer Servings servings MetricUS Imperial Ingredients Filling 2 pounds fresh or frozen mixed berries (such as raspberries blueberries and blackberries)1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice Topping 1 cup flour1/4 cup […]
Apricot, Cherry and Almond Galette
“Apricots and cherries are two stone fruits that have great affinity for each other and for almonds. Even less than perfect apricots will do here, as they will sweeten and their flavor will deepen as they bake.”
Whole-Grain Strawberry-Cherry Crisp
“This golden crisp topping is chock-full of oats. Serve with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt, if desired.”
Bon Appetit’s Best Strawberry Shortcake
“You’re looking at the quintessential June dessert, perfected by the BA Test Kitchen. This is part of BA’s Best, a collection of our essential recipes.”
Blueberry Pie with Rye Crust
“This sensational blueberry pie has small circles cut out of the rye crust, which not only looks dramatic but also allows moisture to evaporate from the fruit filling as it cooks, deepening the flavor.”
Peach and Ginger-Pecan Cake
“The cake itself is a ginger-pecan cake, with the perfect balance of freshly grated ginger to add a bit of spice and toasted pecans to add a bite of nuttiness. The frosting is a simple affair–basically a creamy, sweet bed on which to rest peaches, with the dark, rich undertones of brown sugar instead of white sugar.”
Step Outside the Box with these Unique Summer Wines
Summer seems to be getting longer and hotter but I have found some unique wines to break the monotony of these sweltering days. My H-E-B wine haul has some new and interesting flavors that are ideal for enjoying in this Texas heat.
