Summer is such a sweet and memorable time, isn’t it? The longer days and warmer weather seem to beg us to head out and spend time with family and friends. I often think of past family parties this time of year.
My grandfather was known in my extended family as the master barbecue king. Sundays were his day. Everyone was invited to stop by and sample his St. Louis-style ribs. Though he died when I was only 8, and we lived several hundred miles away in Wisconsin, to this day, I admire his commitment to family and his desire to see everyone eat, as he called it, a meal that’s “delish.”
As you begin making your summer memories, great food will definitely play a role. And this edition of our plus newsletter offers so many mouth-watering and simple-to-prepare choices. For example, make the most of sweet and juicy fruit with our berry recipes. Or whip up homemade dressings to go with fresh summer salads. And wait ’til you see our ideas for using up all those garden-fresh veggies.
If summer entertaining is on the agenda, you’ll love our potluck recipes and quick tips for making and transporting food. Are you hosting weekend guests? Try one of our make-ahead brunch dishes.
Like my grandpa, I hope that you spend a little time gathered with loved ones enjoying simply “delish” meals.
Have a great month!
—Mary