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July 17
A large platter with a salad of cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet corn, bread cheese and fresh herbs.

Summer salad captures Minnesota's favorite flavors

This recipe with local cucumbers, cherry tomatoes and corn goes from good to great with the addition of griddled bread cheese.
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July 16
Three tacos topped with avocado crema and a mixture of corn and zucchini.

The best of Minnesota summer produce – in a taco

Hello, sweet corn and zucchini season. Our recipes have missed you.
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July 10
A big bowl of Cobb salad — lettuce topped with avocado, cheese, chicken, eggs and bacon with avocado green goddess dressing.

Why Cobb salad is the best salad

We've added an avocado-green goddess dressing, making this classic recipe even better.
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July 10
Four recipes for a summer full of potato salad (clockwise,from top): Rainbow Potato Salad, South of the Border Potato Salad, Classic Potato Salad and

4 potato salads for your next backyard barbecues

The flavors of the recipes might differ, but the technique is the same. And it's simple if you follow these tips.
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July 3
A ciabatta bun is stuffed with medium-rare tri-tip steak, mushrooms, peppers, onions and arugula, with a horseradish-mayo sauce.

This is the best steak sandwich you'll ever make

Take advantage of tri-tip steak in this recipe, which also works well as a salad.
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July 3
Go all in on sweet corn with Elote to Love Dip from From “Big Dip Energy,” by Alyse Whitney (William Morrow, 2024).

3 recipes for summer dipping

Fun and easy recipes make this versatile food the life of the party.
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July 3
Hot dogs topped with a variety of toppings on a board for a summer gathering.

Spice up your Independence Day weekend with this hot dog hoedown

Whether you're a purist or love to pile on the toppings, a hot dog can hit the spot.
Taste
July 2
A slice of peanut butter ice cream cake on a plate, with an Oreo cookie crust and peanut butter cups throughout.

Sarah Kieffer: No-churn peanut butter ice cream takes the cake

Turn flavorful homemade ice cream into a decadent dessert with a chocolate crust, peanut butter cups and chocolate-shell topping.
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June 28
A bowl of Shrimp and Edamame Salad, which also features arugula, radishes, herbs and crunchy sunflower seeds.

Sunday supper: Edamame and Shrimp Salad

After a busy, indulgent weekend, sometimes less is more.
Taste
June 26
A zucchini salad is a fresh, light pairing to a bright, garlicky lamb burger in this simple summer menu. Food styled by Simon Andrews.

3 recipes for a simple summer party

This easy menu makes summer classics — burgers, salad and a fruit crisp — extra special.
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June 26
Two cocktail glasses with blueberry mojitos, garnished with mint leaves and lime wedges.

Blueberry mojitos are the best kind of fruit cocktail

Save some Minnesota blueberries for this refreshing drink — with or without alcohol.
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June 26
A wooden platter with three ears of grilled corn, all topped with smoky cotija butter that gets is flavor and color from a chile in adobo sauce.

Flavored butters are your grilling secret weapon

4 recipes that turn ordinary meats, vegetables and even pancakes into something extraordinary.
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June 21
A light blue plate with Samosa Pasta -- bowtie pasta with hamburger, peas and flavorful spices.

Sunday supper: Samosa Pasta

Bring all the flavors of the South Asian savory pastry together in one pasta dish.
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June 19
Sheet Pan Honey-Miso Glazed Halibut and Asparagus is a quick weeknight meal but worthy of a special occasion, too.

Why miso is an essential cooking powerhouse

Use the traditional Japanese paste in this recipe for sweet-savory halibut and asparagus.
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June 18
A pan of ham and cheese sliders, topped with sesame seeds and poppy seeds, with a single slider served on a plate and a bowl of sesame seeds on the si

A bite of nostalgia, in the form of ham and cheese sliders

Whether feeding a crowd or just each other, these simple sandwiches hit the spot.
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June 14
Serve Pistachio Pasta Salad with Tomatoes, Olives and Red Onion on its own or with grilled chicken. From From “Flavor,” by Sabrina Ghayour (Aster,

Sunday supper: Pistachio Pasta Salad with Tomatoes, Olives and Red Onion

We've now reached the time of year when pasta salad is an appropriate meal at any time of day.
Taste
June 12
Father's Day is one of the most popular grilling days of the year.

3 new grilling recipes just in time for Father's Day

Shake up your backyard barbecue routine with marinated shrimp, charred bok choy salad and grilled plum dessert.
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June 12
A bowl of pasta salad made with spaghetti noodles, roasted cherry tomatoes and chickpeas, flavored with a tahini dressing.

Kick off pasta salad season with this Middle Eastern-flavored recipe

Spaghetti noodles tossed with roasted vegetables and a creamy tahini dressing make a bold salad statement.
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June 11
Three chilled glasses filled with blueberry-avocado smoothies.

Follow these tips for super-smooth fruit smoothies

Cool, refreshing and healthy, fruit-filled smoothies are the answer to summertime snacks and breakfasts.
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June 7
A wok with chicken and bell pepper stir-fry and topped with green onions, which makes for a quick and easy dinner.

Sunday supper: Black Pepper Chicken

You've tried (and loved) Black Pepper Beef. Now try it with chicken.
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