sifted words — summertime recipe roundup
Do you want to know what I’m looking forward to this summer? Two words: Sangria slushies.
Oh, and sunshine and baseball games and cookouts and pool/beach lounging and farmers markets and sandals and neon nail polish and sunglasses and warm nights chilling on the balcony but ALSO: sangria slushies.
Oh, and guacamole and peachy French toast casserole and strawberry grilled cheese and caprese soup and pretzel nachos but AGAIN: sangria slushies.
But I’m getting ahead of myself.
If you’re anything like me in that you plan much of your life around food (let’s be honest, it’s how I plan vacations), here’s a handy-dandy recipe roundup of what I’ve been creating for the lovely Tablespoon, Betty Crocker and The Huffington Post — all of which you should put on your to-make list this summer. I know that between these things and probably some popsicles, I’m set for the season.
Get ready for a rumbly in your tumbly!
First up: Black Bean-Pineapple Guacamole (pictured above). Oh me oh my oh YUM, this stuff is good. Like, crazy-good. Like, you’ll-need-to-step-away-from-the-bowl-after-a-few-minutes-unless-you-plan-to-eat-the-entire-thing-good.
Radicchio, Watercress and Fennel Salad. It’s so unique and crunchy and flavorful that you’ll probably fall in love with it and never eat another salad for as long as you live. I kid. But seriously, ’tis tasty.
Caprese Summer Soup. Creamy tomato soup with a balsamic reduction and a big ol’ slice of fresh melty mozzarella on top? FACE PLANT CITY.
I foresee a lot of summer sunset-watching sessions on the balcony with a glass or three of this light and fruity White Wine & Elderflower Sangria. SANGRIA SIPPING CITY.
Strawberry-Cream Cheese Grilled Cheese with Salted Caramel Sauce. I think I’ve said all I need to say about that.
Chocolate-Raspberry Pots de Creme. This one, too.
Peaches ‘n Cream French Toast Casserole is what Sunday brunches are made of. Or Saturday breakfasts. Or Monday morning second breakfasts (it’s a thing) (also, you can tell I really like these ramekins).
Do you know how to make Pretzel Bite Nachos? No? Well, now you do. You’re welcome.
Remember that one time I mentioned sangria slushies? In case you don’t, SANGRIA SLUSHIES. Summer was made for these.
And finally, a little baking roundup of seasonal recipes. For us crazies who actually like being in front of our hot ovens in the hot weather.
There you have it, friends! A fun summertime recipe roundup to kick off your week. Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got a slushie to tend to.
I want all of these! They look so good! Great summer round-up!
Okay, these all look incredible, but that caprese soup especially is calling my name!!! Gorgeous!
Oh well..now you had me at Black Bean-Pineapple Guacamole.. Those White Wine & Elderflower Sangria are just too purty!!! Love it..
Girls trip coming up = sangria slushies on the dock! Thank you my dear!! 🙂
Tieghan — Thank you, my dear!
Marie — It is SO GOOD, believe me 🙂 Thanks, love!
Erika — Seriously, I ate and drank my weight of both 😉 Thanks, love!
Mackenzie — Perfect! I hope you all love it!
I am so glad you did one of these post! I can not believe I missed the pretzel nachos! *drool* I might not be in summer but at least I can cook some summer themed food
Your summer plans look fabulous! If your summer plans also include a trip to Chicago let me know!
Holy moly. All of this is SO calling my name… especially your grilled cheese, sangria and caprese soup! Awesome recipes, Steph!
Belinda — Yes! Make summer happen with the food, even if the weather doesn’t agree 😉 Thanks, dear!
Stefanie — I’m totally making a trip to Chicago happen! I’ll keep you posted 🙂
Georgia — Thank you, friend! I wish I could have a party with all this food and invite you over! 🙂
Wow what a round up! Love that tomato soup…and your summer to-do list 🙂
Wow, girly, you have been one busy lady cooking up all these great summery recipes! They all look awesome and sign me up for that sangria slushie!!
you have my mouth watering! these recipes all sound amazing! bring on summertime!
Sangria slushies?! Yes please (and I want to eat all of these).
Stephanie, you are seriously talented. The recipes sound amazing and the photography is stellar. You’re right…these are all must-makes for the summer. I want to make everything. I’d start with the the pretzel bite nachos and the pots de creme, and then the caprese soup. And then…..until I make and/or drink all of these. Good thing it’s only the beginning of summer.
daisy
Love, love, LOVE that sangria! These recipes all look amazing!
This roundup = exactly why we’re friends!! Wish we could hang out and sip on sangria slushies!!
Whoaaaaa, sangria slushies??? That sounds like the PERFECT way to beat the LA heat! 🙂
dangit. i am so hungry now.
what a great round up! i’m getting all hungry and wanting to get my summer on now!
Gerry — Thanks! It’s going to be a great summer 🙂
Julia — Sangria slushie, coming right up! 😉 Thanks, dear!
dishing up the dirt — Thanks so much, doll! Yay for summer! 🙂
Laura — Seriously, if my tummy could handle it I’d eat all the things in one sitting. With a sangria slushie on the side. 😉 Thanks, dear!
Daisy — Oh thank you, dear! You are so, so sweet 🙂 I wish we could hang out and make (and eat!) all these recipes together!
Ali — Thank you so much, dear! That sangria is my go-to drink this summer, for sure 🙂
Kelli — Haha, I love i! I wish we could, too (maybe at BSP? ;))
Eva — Seriously (and finally the heat we’re having in Minnesota, too)! Thanks, love!
Erika — #storyofmylife 😉 Thanks, girlie!
Julie — Thanks, love! I cannot WAIT for summer!
SANGRIA SLUSHIES!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!??!?!?! You complete me.
(Also, I think I totally have those ramekins. Do they have cutesie little lids? Bc mine do and they make my heart go all melty.)
I was hoping you were going to share that sangria slushy recipe! I mean, really, I need those in my life.
Stephie — They’re soooo good. And yes! The ramekins do have little lids! SAMESIES. 😉
Joanne — You do; you really do. 😉 Thanks, lady!
Seriously. All of your recipes. BLOW MY MIND.
Claire — Thanks, friend! Right back at ya 🙂
All of these recipes make me so happy for summer! Great round up!
Karly — Thank you! 🙂
Wow, you weren’t kidding! Rumbly in my tumbly!! Awesome food!
Brenda — Told ya! 😉 Thanks, dear!
Oh man!! Where would I even start! MMMMmmmmm
Steph — Ha! Thanks, love! 🙂
Yep, I think I would like to try all of this! Especially those cream cheese grilled cheese sandwiches. They look HEAVENLY!
So much amazing going on in this post! This is why we loooove you 😉 xo
Monet — Ooooh, they are so good, let me tell you. 🙂 Thank you!
Ashley — Aw, I heart you right back, love! Thanks 🙂
that caprese soup…oh my gosh my favorite flavors…and the pretzel bite nachos hello how fun for my kiddos…love the recipe roundup…thanks for sharing.
Angela — The caprese soup is so good! And I love the nachos, too 🙂 Thank you!
Sangria slushies?! Where do I sign up?
And dude, I LOVE this round-up, especially that caprese soup!
Chung-Ah — Thanks, friend! I’d swim in a bowl of that caprese soup if I could, it’s so tasty. And sangria slushies are always on the menu here, so come on over and I’ll make you one (or three)! 😉
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