Hello Summer! Here’s What’s Cooking ☀️


Hi Reader,

The days are longer, the sun is warmer, and the farmers' markets are bursting with fresh produce. Summer has officially arrived, and I couldn’t be more excited to spend the season cooking with the flavors I love most — sweet corn, juicy berries, vibrant veggies, and simple meals that don’t require running the oven for hours.

Whether you're hosting a backyard get-together or just looking for easy weeknight dinner ideas, I've got some summer favorites to help you kick things off:

🌽 Creamy Corn and Zucchini Pasta Salad – A cool, creamy side that’s perfect for barbecues and picnics.

🌶️ Taco Stuffed Peppers – A satisfying, veggie-forward dinner that comes together fast.

🐟 Creamy Lemon White Wine Pasta with Blackened Salmon – A summery, restaurant-worthy meal that’s surprisingly simple to make at home.

🌽 Mexican Street Corn Salad – All the bold flavor of elote in an easy, shareable salad.

🫐 Blueberry Oat and Almond Crisp – A summery dessert that's simple enough for any day of the week.

🍑 Peach Cobbler – Sweet, bubbly peaches under a buttery biscuit topping—best served warm with ice cream.

Here’s to a season of fresh, flavorful meals and easygoing summer days ☀️

Until next time,

Alicia

P.S. If you give one of my recipes a try, I’d love to hear what you think! Leaving a comment and star rating on the recipe page not only helps me, but it also helps other readers find and trust the recipe. Your feedback truly makes a difference! THANK YOU!!


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Hi, I'm Alicia! I'm the recipe developer and writer behind This Home Kitchen, a food blog focusing on easy comfort foods for you and your family. Here, you'll find wholesome recipes made mostly from scratch. Whether you need a hearty dinner, a sweet treat, or something quick and easy, I have you covered!

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