28 best summer recipes

What’s better than taking big bites out of juicy, saucy ribs? Oh, right, taking a second bite out of some buttered, barbecued corn. Get the recipe: Best-Ever Ribs and Corn

Use cookie cutters to trim large tortillas down to size to make theses fish tacos easier for small hands (and mouths). Get the recipe: Mini Grilled Fish Tacos

What’s a picnic without a heaping helping of creamy macaroni salad? Our version comes together in a snap. Get the recipe: Creamy Macaroni Salad

Kids will love stuffing their favourite fillings into a fun package. Make them melty in the oven or over a fire. Get the recipe: S’mores Cones

Muffaletta is the perfect picnic sandwich because the resting time is key—the longer it sits, the tastier it is. Like its cousin the Italian sub, a classic muffaletta stars layers of meat and cheese, and loads of crunch and flavour. Get the recipe: Ham and Cheese Muffaletta

Edamame gives this dish plenty of protein, but if you want more, grilled sausages go with it perfectly. Get the recipe: Corn And Squash Succotash

This quick and easy refrigerator pie recipes makes the most of sweet in-season strawberries. It’s so easy to make! Get the recipe: Fresh Strawberry Refrigerator Pie

A sweet-tart topping gives this turkey burger a fun twist. Get the recipe: Turkey Burgers with Cranberry Ketchup

A favourite with a bit of a twist: make chicken roll-ups and cook them on skewers, then fill your fajitas. Get the recipe: Mexican Chicken Scallopini Fajitas

Naan makes a speedy pizza base that’s sturdy enough for the grill. Get the recipe: Grilled Veggie Pizza

This shrimp recipe is a healthier take on the traditional chicken wing recipe, and is so easy to make. There’s even a “ranch” sauce! Get the recipe: “Buffalo Wing” Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Sweet corn salsa is the perfect fresh touch for juicy grilled steak. Get the recipe: Flank Steak with Fresh Salsa

Three simple ingredients, no special equipment and six hours to freeze: Can summer get any sweeter than this? Get the recipe: 3-Ingredient Vanilla Ice Cream

Want an instant dinner? Assemble the strata, cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. Let it come to room temperature before baking. Get the recipe: Summer Squash Strata

Deep-fried? Forget about it! Barbecuing makes for a healthy, modern version of this classic combo. Get the recipe: Grilled Fish ‘n’ Chips

Brownies topped with sticky-sweet mini marshmallows? Sold. Get the recipe: Rocky Road Brownies

These grilled portobellos are a great vegetarian main, stuffed with flavour. Get the recipe: Grilled Portobellos with Quinoa Salad

This allergy-friendly take on beef satay uses soy nut butter in the dipping sauce, so it’s safe for those allergic to peanuts and treenuts. Get the recipe: Beef Satay with Thai Dipping Sauce

Make an easy salsa to accompany your quesadillas with finely diced mango and red pepper, chopped chives and a squeeze of lemon juice. Get the recipe: Roasted Cauliflower And Spinach Quesadillas

Make the most of blueberry season with these portable homemade pastries (just right for camping adventures and road trips!). Get the recipe: Blueberry Hand Pies

Everyone likes dinner on a stick—and these pork kebabs are brushed with a tasty sweet-savoury glaze. Get the recipe: Maple-Ginger Pork Kebabs

Tired of corn on the cob? Slicing it off and sautéeing it makes for a different taste (especially when cooked with bacon!). Get the recipe: Corn and Bacon Hash

This supercool update on Rocket Pops is all fruit, no sweat. Get the recipe: Fruity Rocket Pops

Scrambled eggs and beans in tortillas have breakfast all rolled up with this delicious huevos rancheros recipe. Get the recipe: Campfire Huevos Rancheros

Don’t need all the burgers tonight? Place them on a plastic wrap-lined tray and freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a sealed bag. Defrost in the fridge before frying. Get the recipe: Chickpea Burgers

Kids love lamb chops because they come with their own handle, and in this easy recipe there’s even a yogurt sauce to dip them in. Get the recipe: Turkish Lamb Chops

This recipe uses pre-made polenta tubes, making it easy to make and stunning to eat. Get the recipe: Grilled Polenta Cakes with Shrimp and Tomatoes

Who can resist these sweet little cheesecakes with a tart cherry sauce? We sure can’t. Get the recipe: Mini Cheesecakes with Cherry Sauce

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