Pssst. [whispers] Hey, it's me, your breakfast genie, a day early on a Saturday. Are you ready to rise 'n' shine? Because I've got some breakfast ideas, eggs sure, but also pancakes and muffins and ... because here's hoping everybody gets at least one lazy morning this three-day weekend. [still whispering, but louder] C'mon. I'll put the coffee on and cut up some fruit. Let's make breakfast!

A hearty Cajun-style skillet filled with shrimp, sausage and brown rice cooked in beer, packed with flavor and texture and dinner goodness that'll have you lickin' your chops and thinking about a second helping. Approachable, Homestyle Whole Food, Fast & Casual, Hearty & Filling. Little Effort, Big Taste. Weeknight Easy, Weekend Special. One-Pot Meal. High Protein. Naturally Gluten Free. Mere Minutes to the Table. Another Quick Supper , a Kitchen Parade Specialty. High Protein. Naturally Gluten Free.

Let's not close the door on summer just yet, okay? This week, check out seven supper-friendly recipes that are hard to categorize except that they "fit" late summer (lots of veggies!) and my own summer won't feel complete without them. As the days shorten, will we be making the same recipes? Let's do!

My long-time garlic 'n' herb cheese spread, just grab some cream cheese, a little garlic and a few leaves of fresh basil and you've got the basics for a versatile spread that spices up the day from breakfast to supper, including my favorite, a real wow factor for summer's best watermelon. If you love those pricey little packages of Boursin, this spread has been my inexpensive DIY for more than twenty years! Real Food, Fresh & Inventive, an Easy DIY. A Long-Time Family Favorite. Extra Welcome When "Supper's a Little Skimpy". Fun Picnic Food. Budget Friendly. Weeknight Easy, Weekend Special. Great for Meal Prep. Great for Food Gifts. Potluck & Party Friendly. Low Carb. Vegetarian. Naturally Gluten Free.

Side dishes are having a moment but really, aren't the best summer side dishes ones that can easily move to the center of the plate with a little protein on the side? I love every single one of these recipes hope you will too!

Hey, all! Are you ever in for a treat with a surprising summer cookie, each one bursting with that delightful "pop" of fresh blueberries . Whether you're an experienced cookie baker or brand-new to baking, I'm going to show 'n' tell how to re-create these sweet surprises right in your own kitchen with a straight-forward and approachable recipe. Homestyle Cookies, Made from Scratch with a Full Two Cups of Fresh Blueberries. Real Food, Fast & Family-Approved. Just One Bowl. A New Summer Classic. Budget Friendly, No Hard-to-Find Ingredients. Weeknight Easy, Weekend Special. Potluck & Party Friendly. Vegetarian.

Seven zucchini recipes, sides, salads, suppers, all for summer's hottest days. I hope you'll find one or two destined as "keepers" in your own recipe repertoire.

A collection of my favorite summer soups from gazpachos to summery chowders to fresh-vegetable soups and stews, served chilled or warm, all light and refreshing. It's a great companion to my other summer collection, Favorite Summer Salad Recipes . Homemade Soups Especially for Summer & Packed with Fresh Vegetables. Many Are Simply Prepared, "Plain" But Perfect, All Made from Scratch, All Fresh & Seasonal. Some Are "Raw" & Require No Cooking At All. Many Are Not Just Vegan, But Vegan Done Real . Many Are Not Just Easy, But Summer Easy . Many Are Served Chilled, Some Are Delicious Both Cold and Hot. Most Are Weight Watchers Friendly & Naturally Gluten Free. Scroll On In, Your New Favorite Summer Soup Awaits!

Grab an extra cantaloupe, a watermelon, even a honeydew because there's life beyond slices and wedges. Today I'm sharing seven long-time recipes, some classics, some on the unusual (in a good way!) side. Don't let summer pass by without trying one or two or more recipes, it's time to lean into summer melons.

aka "Those Pink Potatoes" A surprising summer au gratin vegetable side dish, familiar but at the same time inventive, just thin layers of potatoes and beets, baked and melded together with garlic, grated Parmesan and light cream . And oh, such dramatic color, yes?! Whole Food, Fresh & Inventive. An Unusual Summer Side Dish or Even Light Supper. Beautiful Color! Just Four Ingredients + Pantry Staples. Light But Filling. Budget Friendly. Make It Ahead, Serve It Later. Potluck & Party Friendly. Scales from Small Plates to Large Platters. Vegetarian. Naturally Gluten Free.