I love summer squash, so when there's an abundance of zucchini in my kitchen, it goes into everything from muffins to stir-fry. One of my favorite ways to enjoy it, though, is breaded and baked. Add a yummy dip and French fries can wait until zucchini season is over!
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Sometimes, my youngster and I are on our own for dinner. It's not often, but when we are, we opt for fun dishes that feature fresh foods and a lot of crunch. A perfect example are salads teeming with gourmet greens, crunchy coconut chicken, and drizzled with a spicy-sweet mustard dressing.
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Being green is easy when you have a pile of fresh garden vegetables, pizza dough, and an oven. Oh, and some dreamy, creamy cheese to help make all of your dreams come true. Okay … that might be over-billing slightly, but you can bet on a delicious dinner!
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Fish tacos are a great way to enjoy a laid back summer meal in the sun. Add a little zing to yours by choosing flavorful fish, a spicy breading, fun condiments, and slices of juicy watermelon alongside. You'll want summer to linger.
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Tater tots transform one of our favorite Tex-Mex treats into a meal of epic proportions. Unlike traditional nachos, tatchos are definitely fork food and sure to be a hit with your family, young and old alike!
Having trouble getting your little ones to eat their veggies? Consider getting them involved in culinary projects that involve lots of fresh vegetables and a cute presentation and you might be surprised at how quickly veggies become their favorites!
A quick stir-fry gets a lemony kick with, you guessed it: lemonade! Packed with lots of family favorites, this one's a great mid-week meal that will have everyone, including the kids, giving you the thumbs-up!
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Mid-August to mid-September make planning meals easy, fun, and an act of joy. Fresh produce requires little in the way of preparation to make a meal into a work of art that pleases all of the senses. So take advantage of it all now, before colder weather has us bidding farewell to the gifts of the harvest.
When summer gets busy, there's nothing like having a make-ahead meal at the ready for you and your family. Make it especially fun by serving homemade shrimp spring rolls that you've put together using the season's finest vegetables.