Nothing says summer quite like a basket full of fresh produce. And if you're like me, you're enjoying corn on the cob, tomato salads, grilled zucchini, and fruit cobblers with every meal. Of course, there comes a time during the season when you end up with too much of all of it. And—if we're being honest—the same preparations start to get a little tiresome. While Allrecipes has you covered with all the recipe inspiration you need when you have extra fruits and veggies, sometimes you just need one simple idea to get you out of a rut.

The Easiest 5-Ingredient Zucchini Dish I Make All Summer

Tomatoes are a quintessential part of summer in the South. Whether you pick them up at the farmstand or straight off the vine in your backyard, those juicy, sun-ripened fruits are the star of so many simple summer meals. Everybody has a favorite way to enjoy them, whether it’s a...

My Southern Grandma’s 2-Step Tomato Pie Is Always on My Summer Table

Summer entertaining should be simple. Cookouts, family reunions, and pool parties are all about unwinding, which means it's all the more important to prepare a menu with little fuss, but lots of flavor. For nearly effortless summer appetizers, there's only one way to go: one bowl, and very few steps. These summery one-bowl dips do just that: the procedure is simple but the results deliver, making these one-bowl dip recipes a speedy, yet sharable summer staple.

25 One-Bowl Dip Recipes for Summer

Summertime brings a bounty of fresh fruit. From ripe melons to delicate berries, you'll find a world of delicious options at your local farmers' market, grocery store, or maybe even growing in your own backyard garden. We've gathered up 17 sweet and savory summer fruit recipes that will make you thankful for the bounty of these hot months.

17 Fun Fruit Recipes to Try This Summer

No yeast packet? No problem! These easy summer quick bread recipes are low-maintenance and perfect for beginner bakers. Plus, as the name suggests, they're quick. From sweet loaves made with seasonal ingredients (like blueberries and zucchini) to savory cornbreads and muffins, you'll come back to these summer quick breads again and again.

20 Quick Bread Recipes to Make This Summer

Summer produce is something I look forward to all year long. As soon as the warm weather strikes, I’m busting out the recipes that use fresh zucchini, tomatoes, strawberries, and cucumbers. However, as much as I love my grandma’s zucchini pie or a BLT, I will choose corn on the cob over other summer produce any day of the week.

My Dad’s a Corn Farmer, Here’s His Secret to the Best Corn You’ve Ever Tasted

If you’re looking for a dessert to take to a small gathering, Trader Joe’s latest bakery item might be what you’re looking for. Or, it might be something you choose to keep to yourself because it’s that good. The store is famous for its sweet offerings,...

Trader Joe’s New Bakery Item Is So Good, Fans Are Packing Purse Forks (Again)

Ready to revolutionize your salad game? Try this Doritos taco salad from Catherine’s Plates on YouTube. It’s a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings a playful twist to traditional taco salads. This recipe marries the zest of seasoned ground beef, the crisp freshness of mixed greens, and the creamy tang of a zesty dressing, all crowned with the irresistible crunch of Doritos.

Doritos Taco Salad Recipe

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Fresh green beans are a classic Southern side dish. Today I’m going to show you how to make deliciously tender and flavorful fresh green beans with only 4 ingredients. Check out the recipe here: https://www.southernplate.com/how-to-cook-fresh-green-beans/

Green Beans Elevated: A Must-Try Recipe!

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Stuffed peppers are a versatile and delicious dish, perfect for a comforting family meal or an impressive dinner party. 4 large bell peppers (any color) 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes (drained)

Delicious Stuffed Peppers: A Versatile Family Favorite

From Mystery Doritos to road trip-friendly pretzels and spicy new favorites like Buffalo Cheetos, Frito-Lay knows how to keep our snack cabinets exciting. And when you want a crispy potato chip that goes with just about any sandwich, you can always turn to a bag of Lay’s. Given all...

Lay’s Is Bringing Back 3 International Fan-Favorite Flavors

Taco Bell is constantly rolling out new innovations. It seems like we get something new from the Tex-Mex restaurant every week, but it's no surprise, really. In early 2024, Taco Bell hosted a live event where it announced dozens of new menu items that would be released this year. So...

Taco Bell Is Introducing a New Version of a Fan-Favorite Menu Item

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

I don’t know about you, but we’re not likely to eat our chicken nuggets, tenders, wings, or sandwiches without some tasty sauce on the side. When it comes to flavorful sauces to coat our chicken sandwiches or dip our chicken nuggets, we believe more is more. These days,...

A Zaxby’s Fan Favorite Is Coming to Grocery Stores for the First Time

"Bought a pint today. It's already gone." This summer has been hot, and there is no better way to cool down than by enjoying cold, creamy ice cream. Blue Bell has supplied us with delicious frozen treats for over 100 years. And while we appreciate classics like buttered pecan and mint chocolate chip, we also love it when the brand offers us something new.

Blue Bell's Newest Ice Cream Flavor Combines 2 of Our Favorite Desserts

McDonald’s doesn’t need to give us a reason to keep coming back. Its signature burger and perfectly peppered McChicken tend to speak for themselves. But this year, the chain has gone above and beyond to give fans more of what they want. Recently, McDonald’s brought back two of our favorite menu items, debuted a surprising McFlurry flavor, and gave our wallets a much-appreciated break with the $5 meal deal, not to mention all the free fries.

McDonald's Just Brought Back This 'Amazing' Item Fans Loved Last Year

Pringles has not been shy about giving its fans new flavors to enjoy. Recently, we enjoyed the new Thai-inspired Sweet Chili Sauce Pringles, and not long before that, we welcomed four new summer flavors, including the Minecraft Spicy TNT. Now, the iconic stackable snack has yet another new offering: sweet...

Pringles Has a New Flavor Hitting Shelves Soon

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Sheree’s Homemade Cooking Made Easy

I made these family favorites for supper tonight and I thought I would share the recipe with you. They are so simple to make and a crowd pleaser. You will need the following ingredients:

Parmesan Crusted Baked Pork Chop Recipe: Easy and Delicious!

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

Tomato sauce is an invaluable ingredient in the kitchen. I don’t know what I would do without it. It's something I love to make rather than buy. I find the freshness of homemade tomato sauce too delicious to pass up. And because tomato sauce is so useful in the kitchen, it's important to know how to fix it when something goes wrong. For example, if your sauce turns out a little too runny.

3 Easy Ways to Thicken Tomato Sauce

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Our 12 Best Summer Squash Casseroles

When summer gives you so much squash, transform your fresh bounty of yellow squash and zucchini into these top-rated summer squash casseroles. From farmers' market-fresh dishes...

Our 12 Best Summer Squash Casseroles

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