Happy weekend!
This week on the blog I shared a quick and bright 15-minute watermelon Greek salad, perfect for warm days and easy entertaining. I also posted recipes for summer crab nachos and a light cucumber tequila soda, plus a new Summer Fridays roundup full of fun ideas for the season.
There’s a fresh weekly menu to help plan your meals and a new “A Week in the Life” post that gives a peek into our routine and favorite dinners. I’ve also rounded up my summer entertaining favorites and a small list of Fourth of July picks to help you get ready for upcoming gatherings.
If you love cookbooks, you can join the Everyday Dinners cookbook club on Facebook. If you already have a copy of the book, request to join the group; if not, consider getting one and joining in. It’s such a supportive community and a great place for recipe inspiration as we look ahead to fall planning.
xoxoxo
WHAT I’M LOVING THIS WEEK
I’m dying to make gooey butter cake — that dense, buttery texture sounds irresistible.
Margarita punch feels like a festive, easy drink for weekend get-togethers.
Garlic Parmesan chicken skewers are on my list; they’re simple, flavorful, and great for grilling season.
A Greek orzo salad with roasted corn and zucchini looks fresh and satisfying.
Perfect sopapillas — light, airy, and ideal with a drizzle of honey.
Sriracha steak lettuce wraps for a spicy, handheld dinner option.
A classic New York–style cheesecake that promises rich, creamy slices.
BLT pasta salad is a brilliant, comfort-food twist on summer salads.
I always enjoy a thoughtfully curated summer reading list — a little inspiration for lazy afternoons.
Planter’s punch is a timeless, refreshing punch for warm-weather celebrations.
Pistachio butter — a unique homemade spread to try right away.
No-churn strawberry ice cream is an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert for the weekend.