Summer Vegetable Soup with Rice and Basil, Milan Style
This soup starts with a cooked vegetable soup base, then rice is simmered gently until tender but still firm. Basil and grated cheese go in …
Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna
The tuna is mashed and mixed with mayonnaise, mustard, and capers, then used to fill drained tomatoes. A little reserved mayonnaise on top gives a …
Lattice-Topped Cherry Pie
A quintessential summer dessert. The cherry filling is thickened slightly with flour to ensure it slices perfectly, while the woven lattice crust allows steam to …
Strawberry Shortcake
The addition of cornmeal gives these shortcakes a unique, rustic texture that pairs beautifully with the sweet fruit. Split open while warm and filled with …
Bourbon and Brown Sugar BBQ Chicken
A splash of bourbon adds a deep, oaky smoky flavor that elevates a standard barbecue sauce. The brown sugar creates a beautiful sticky glaze that …
Summer Vegetable Philly Cheese Steak
Give the heavy classic a summer update by introducing pan-fried vegetables like eggplant and peppers. The thinly sliced sirloin sears in seconds, and when covered …