Summer is a time for fresh produce from gardens and farmers markets!  Nothing says summer like a bag of freshly picked green beans!  Try these dishes and discover a whole new love for this summer veggie. 

Green Bean and Almond Salad - Crunch, flavor, and good looks.  This salad has it all!  Enjoy it as an appetizer or light meal.  Hot or cold, even the kids will be begging to eat their veggies with this one!

Cold Green Beans & Peppers - This colorful dish makes the perfect complement to any backyard barbeque or cookout!  This is a healthy alternative to those high calorie potato salads.  You’ll love going back for more!!

Green Beans on the Grill - It’s the summer, so who says you can’t grill anything and everything?  The smoky flavor of these beans add a whole new level to vegetables!  Enjoy!!

There’s nothing like having a barbeque during the summer. The weather is warm, the grill is fired up, and the smell of your homemade old-fashioned barbeque sauce fills the air. This recipe can be used on any meat, from chicken to ribs to burgers! For me, barbeque sauce from a bottle just doesn’t have the same kick. The sweet yet tangy taste of this barbeque specialty will keep everyone begging for more

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When I was younger, my family and I would vacation in Florida for our spring break. I would order a Pina Colada (Virgin of course) everyday, sipping it by the side of the pool. If you like Pina Coladas, then this is the recipe for you! On a hot summer day, there’s nothing like kicking back with this refreshing, cold drink. Give one to the kids, and mix some rum in for yourself! These drinks are easy to make and mess-free. You can serve them at a party or make one for yourself while you sit outside and soak in the sun.

What’s better than a refreshing strawberry treat to tickle your taste buds on a summer day? You can do anything with strawberries – our feature ingredient for this week – from sorbet to salads to sauce!

Try this tasty treat to cool down on a hot day – Strawberry Sorbet! All you need is some water, sugar, and lemon juice and you’re on your way to a homemade treat.

Looking for that finishing touch to a chocolate cake, ice cream, or even your toast? Our Crushed Red Berry Sauce is just the key! With some sugar and raspberries, it makes for a delicious topping.

If you’re tired of that tasteless granola bar snack, try Recipe Key’s Mint and Honey Fruit Cup for a refreshing taste. With honey and strawberry in the mix, it’s sweet but healthy!

Superbowl Food - Nachos Grande

Just in time for the Super Bowl! I’m making this next week for my friends who are coming over for the game. It’s sure to be a football favorite. I come from a very large family. When everyone gathers on Sunday afternoons for the big game, this is the first game-time snack to disappear. The nachos have a little bit for everyone – spicy jalepenos, mild sour cream, and gooey cheese. Definitely a crowd pleaser.

Check out the recipe here:  Nachos Grande

Garlic Lime Salmon

My brother is just discovering the world of cooking. He and his roommates have been experimenting with a different recipe every night. This delicious salmon recipe was one of the first recipes they tried. Amazingly, it turned out great! They devoured it, according to his after-dinner report. And it’s simple. While growing up, he watched my mom spend hours in the kitchen each day and so when he realized that he could so easily and so quickly make something this delicious, he was amazed! Over Christmas, my mother tried the recipe and loved it as well. Proof that a good recipe can be successful across generations.

Check out the Recipe Here: Garlic Lime Salmon