Blueberry dump cake is the answer to all your dessert cravings when you want something that tastes homemade but takes minimal time and effort. You’ll start by tossing fresh, sweet blueberries with a little sugar, a pinch of cinnamon, and a swirl of lemon zest and juice — it’s basically the same blueberry pie filling I use in my mini galettes (just as luscious, but here it’s even easier to whip up!). A bit of cornstarch helps thicken the berries as they bake, creating that jammy, pie-like texture we all…
Continue ReadingCucumber Slices with Salmon & Yogurt Sauce
We can tell you right now that practically everyone loves finger food. It’s what folks gravitate towards first at parties (you know, after the bar…), and so much fun to eat. These cucumber slices with salmon are perfectly light and crisp, but satisfying! Here’s why we love them so much: So no more waiting, let’s make the best little appetizer of summer! Love salmon and cucumbers together? Be sure to check out our Cucumber & Tomato Salad! Ingredients For Cucumber Stacks The ingredients for these cucumber stacks are super clean:…
Continue ReadingGrilled Halibut with Charred Scallion Sauce
We absolutely love grilled halibut! It’s tender, flaky, and mild, but feels luxurious. Top it with our super vibrant charred scallion sauce made with cilantro and grilled jalapeño and you’ll feel like you’re dining al fresco at a fine dining restaurant! Here’s why we love it so much: No complaints here, just wishing we had made a double batch of that sauce! Ingredient Notes Well the halibut itself could not be simpler! All you need is high quality, fresh halibut fillets. Halibut steaks will also work just fine. For The…
Continue Reading10-Minute Peach & Burrata Salad
If there’s one dish we find ourselves making on repeat every summer, it’s this Peach Burrata Salad. It’s light, luxurious, and effortlessly elegant — everything a summer salad should be. Juicy ripe peaches, creamy burrata cheese, and silky ribbons of prosciutto come together in a dish that’s sweet, salty, and savory all at once. Finished with a drizzle of truffle oil, this salad is pure sunshine on a plate. Why I Love This Recipe For more light and fresh summer recipes, consider making thisgrilled peach salad or my thin, crispy…
Continue ReadingGrilled Ground Beef Kebab Skewers (Kofta-Style)
What can we say about these homemade beef kebab skewers except that they are quick to prep, easy to make, and taste amazing? We use a mix of ground beef and ground veal as the base (kofta-style!), then flavor the meat simply with sweet onion, fresh parsley, ground cinnamon, sumac, and Kosher salt. The ingredient that will become a game changer for you is the addition of Club soda. Seriously! It’s a technique we learned from David Haliva’s kofta recipe in his cookbook, Divine Food, and it will lighten the…
Continue Reading20-Minute Israeli Salad (Goes With Anything!)
The Israeli salad is the quintessential side dish of Israeli eating. It’s practically their national dish! It’s fresh, light, and vibrant, and served for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! To make it, combine chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and parsley with olive oil, lemon juice, and Kosher salt. Sometimes we like to add a couple pinches of Za’atar, but the classic will always be our favorite! Other reasons to love it: It’s a celebration of local, seasonal ingredients, and seems to pair well with everything. You’ll love adding this simple, refreshing…
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