Labor Day

Chocolate Cream Pie

Erin McCormick — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:10:58 +0000

Chocolate cream pie isn’t just a diner special—it’s the perfect dessert for any celebration. We love the added flair of chocolate curls on top, but a pretty dollop of whipped cream on each piece would look just as elegant.

Sparkling Raspberry Jello Jigglers

Erin McCormick — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 19:29:49 +0000

Sparkling Raspberry Jello Jigglers

The sparkling white grape juice in this raspberry jello jigglers recipe gives these a fun, bubbly appearance. Fresh raspberries make it a healthy treat.

Summer Corn & Scallop Pasta

Erin McCormick — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 19:27:40 +0000

Summer Corn & Scallop Pasta

The naturally sweet taste of scallops partners beautifully with summer corn at its peak in this corn and scallop pasta recipe. To get the most corn flavor into the creamy pasta sauce for this summer pasta recipe, we use the dull side of a knife to remove the extra bit of the corn kernels and the sweet corn “milk” from the ear after cutting off the fresh kernels. Try this technique anytime you are adding fresh corn to sauces or soups.

Grilled Green Beans with Horseradish Ketchup

Erin McCormick — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 19:17:44 +0000

Grilled Green Beans with Horseradish Ketchup

Grilled green beans? Absolutely! Make this grilled green beans with horseradish ketchup recipe in a grill basket if you have one, otherwise improvise with a piece of heavy-duty foil. Cook a steak or pork chops on the grill at the same time and dinner is done.

Boiled Corn on the Cob

Erin McCormick — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 19:11:26 +0000

Boiled Corn on the Cob

Want to know how to boil corn on the cob? This boiled corn on the cob recipe starts with 4 ears of fresh summer corn.

Mushroom & String Bean Salad

Erin McCormick — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:59:37 +0000

Mushroom & String Bean Salad

This green bean salad recipe is a versatile warm-weather side dish that is great made a few hours ahead. Serve it room temperature or cold.

Spicy Stir-Fried String Beans

Erin McCormick — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:09:15 +0000

Spicy Stir-Fried String Beans

Skip greasy takeout and try this easy stir-fried green beans recipe. If you don’t have a wok, you can make these stir-fried green beans just as well in a skillet.

String Beans & Summer Squash

Erin McCormick — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:42:56 +0000

String Beans & Summer Squash

In this summery recipe for summer squash and green beans, cooking the string beans and summer squash in a little seasoned broth adds flavor with minimal effort. Try any fresh herb you have on hand and swap yellow summer squash for zucchini if you prefer.

Grilled Tuna Sandwich with Lemon-Chili Mayo for Two

Erin McCormick — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:30:24 +0000

Grilled Tuna Sandwich with Lemon-Chili Mayo for Two

Sturdy “country-style” bread works best for this healthy tuna sandwich recipe with watercress and chili-mayo. Eat the tuna sandwich warm, straight off the grill, or wrap it up and pack it in a cooler for a picnic dinner. Serve with grilled bell peppers tossed with extra-virgin olive oil and vinegar and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc.

Zesty Shrimp & Black Bean Salad

Erin McCormick — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:23:35 +0000

Zesty Shrimp & Black Bean Salad

Loaded with fresh tomatoes, peppers and cilantro and seasoned with cumin and chile, this shrimp and black bean salad recipe has all the flavors of a great fresh salsa and is a quick and easy no-cook recipe. Serve with tortilla chips or fresh corn tortillas.

Herb Butter Spread

Erin McCormick — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 19:55:15 +0000

Herb Butter Spread

Try this herb butter spread with olive oil to top corn on the cob. Make a few batches at a time and store in the refrigerator for an easy way to jazz up sweet corn all summer long. Use it cold or let it come to room temperature before serving.

Maryland Corn & Crab Cakes

Erin McCormick — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 19:44:06 +0000

Maryland Corn & Crab Cakes

This corn and crab cakes recipe tastes like summer by the shore. The tomato and corn salad that accompanies them is a lively addition.

Greek Pasta Salad

Erin McCormick — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 16:27:19 +0000

Greek Pasta Salad

This quick, healthy Greek pasta salad recipe is tossed with all the elements of a Greek salad—plus chickpeas for added protein. This pasta salad holds well in the refrigerator or a cooler and tastes even better as the pasta absorbs the tomato-infused vinaigrette. Serve with pita chips.

Broccoli & Tortellini Salad with Arugula Pesto

Erin McCormick — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 17:55:47 +0000

Broccoli & Tortellini Salad with Arugula Pesto

A quick homemade arugula pesto dresses this simple broccoli and tortellini salad recipe. Serve with fresh sliced tomatoes drizzled with olive oil.

Sweet Corn Ice Cream

Erin McCormick — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 17:52:29 +0000

Sweet Corn Ice Cream

Everyone loves sweet corn and ice cream in the summer. Here’s a recipe for sweet corn ice cream that combines the two! This rich corn ice cream recipe is amazing on its own or with fresh blueberries or warm blueberry pie.