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Just Fudge It! • A Michigan vacation destination is famous for this rich, chocolaty treat. Try it at home and take your taste buds on a trip, too. Recipe, page 14.
A GUT FEELING
DOG DAYS • TAIL-WAGGIN’ TIPS HELP KEEP YOUR PANTING POOCH HEALTHY AND CLEAN AFTER A SUN-SOAKED PLAY DATE.
Pick a Side • Paired with pulled pork, nestled next to grilled chicken or buddied up with a burger, these fast and fresh salads make perfect partners for your fave summer mains.
Endless Summer • These veggie-packed recipes are twice as nice. Serve them up tonight, or freeze for garden-fresh flavor long after temps fall.
the Sweet Life • This Utah mom taught herself to bake and is now passing on her prowess to thousands of fans who can’t get enough of her cute-as-can-be cakes.
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ALL FIRED UP • When things start heating up, take it outside—and straight to the grill. From salad to dessert, when your sunny-day faves get blessed with a touch of char, well that’s true summer flavor, friend.
HOW TO GRILL VEGETABLES • Before throwing veggies onto the grill, just toss them with a little olive oil until lightly coated. A quick sprinkle of salt and pepper is really all you need to bring out their best flavor.
Sizzlin’ Sidekicks • Sure, you don’t need a lot of fancy tools to fire up tonight’s dinner, but these handy accessories will add a little extra flair to your grill game.
ROUTE 66 ROADSIDE • BUCKLE UP FOR A CULINARY JOURNEY THAT BRINGS SOME OF THE MOTHER ROAD’S MOST FAMOUS FOODS TO YOUR OWN KITCHEN, SO YOU CAN ENJOY THE DINE WITHOUT THE DRIVE.
MORE MOTHER ROAD RECOMMENDATIONS • These popular pit stops have been delighting road-tripping diners for decades.
SCOOP DREAMS • Vanilla ice cream makes the coolest canvas for these tricked-out topping ideas we’re all screaming for.
The Best Baby Back Ribs • Get fired up for the juiciest, most flavorful ribs to come off the grill. Deputy Editor James Schend shares how to perfect the cookout classic.
ASK SARAH • THE FRUIT STANDS ARE BURSTING WITH PEACHES RIGHT NOW! WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING?
CHILL OUT! • Contest winners beat the heat—and their competition—with these super cool summer recipes.
Enter Our Summer Potluck Contest • APPETIZERS • ENTREES • SIDES • DESSERTS • DRINKS • FROZEN TREATS & MORE!
Summer Nights & Bright Lights • Oh, my stars! Set out this festive, fun spread to watch fireworks, and you just might forget to look up.
A Sky-High Celebration • Americana decor, DIY activities, and themed snacks and drinks are oh, so dazzling.
Let Fun Times Ring! • To pass time until the main event, line up bottles (full or empty) of your favorite sipper in a wooden crate, and get to tossing! Mason jar rings wrapped with yarn are an easy craft—and perfect for making soft landings. Fire away!
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TEA TIME • Summertime’s made for long chats on the porch with your best pal. Bring over these bottles of sunshine and sip away while you shoot the breeze.
ON A MISSION • A SAN ANTONIO FOOD BANK REVIVES HISTORIC FARMLAND TO GROW FOOD FOR FAMILIES IN NEED.
FIELD EDITOR LIST • Find these home cooks’ recipes, photos and tips!
CONTRIBUTOR GUIDELINES
Derek Campanile Mission Viejo, CA • This dad is on a mission. Working in information technology by day and cooking at home every night, he’s transforming dinnertime from burdensome to just plain fun—one fullflavored, family-friendly recipe at a time. Read...