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Viral Summer Favorites

a charcuterie cup filled with meats, cheese and crackers
5 from 26 votes
Charcuterie Cups
A selection of meats, cheeses, crackers, & other snacks in a perfectly portable cup!
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Classic Summer Sides

a prepared coleslaw recipe in a bowl
4.98 from 1588 votes
The Best Coleslaw Recipe
This creamy coleslaw is the best salad or sandwich topper. It's the perfect make-ahead dish, ideal for a BBQ or potluck!
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serving macaroni salad with a spoon
5 from 343 votes
Macaroni Salad
Everyone loves this classic macaroni salad recipe! Elbow macaroni and a handful of add-ins in a simple homemade dressing.
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close up of an easy pasta salad in a white serving bowl with a serving spoon
4.99 from 209 votes
Easy Pasta Salad Recipe
Pasta Salad with fresh veggies and a tangy Italian dressing is perfect for a potluck or backyard BBQ!
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Southern potato salad in a white bowl
4.95 from 173 votes
Southern Potato Salad
Delicious potato salad made with eggs and mayonnaise!
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Grilled corn shown close up
4.99 from 82 votes
Grilled Corn on the Cob
A little smoke and a little char-blackening enhances the sweetness and brings out the true flavor of corn. This traditional grilled corn recipe is served slathered with butter and sprinkled with salt.
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taking a spoonfull of The Best Baked Beans out of the pot
4.98 from 74 votes
Baked Beans Recipe
Canned beans get a boost of big homemade flavor with bacon, onion, peppers, and a bunch of sweet, tangy, and zesty seasonings.
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Garden Fresh

Overhead picture of Cucumber Tomato Salad in a wooden bowl
5 from 639 votes
Cucumber Tomato Salad
Crisp cucumbers, juicy ripe tomatoes, and simple seasonings come together in just minutes to create the best fresh summer salad. Delicious and healthy, this side pairs with almost any meal.
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close up of Creamy Cucumber Salad in a bowl
4.94 from 366 votes
Creamy Cucumber Salad
Enjoy the refreshing combination of crisp cucumbers, fresh dill, and a simple sour cream dressing.
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strawberry spinach salad with avocado in a bowl
5 from 19 votes
Strawberry Spinach Salad
This strawberry spinach salad is a fresh and flavorful mix of sweet berries, tender greens, crunchy nuts, and creamy cheese, all tossed in a tangy homemade dressing.
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Cucumber Onion Salad in a bowl
5 from 68 votes
Cucumber Onion Salad
Cucumber onion salad is a tasty and refreshing dish made with crunchy cucumbers, tangy onions, and fresh dill with a hint of vinegar.
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panzanella salad in a serving bowl
5 from 13 votes
Panzanella Salad
Panzanella salad is a fresh and hearty mix of toasted ciabatta, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and red onion, all tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette and topped with fresh herbs.
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Grilled Sides

a plate of grilled zucchini with lemon slices
5 from 35 votes
Grilled Zucchini
Try this lightly seasoned grilled zucchini for the ideal summer side dish.
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Grilled Asparagus with lemon and parmesan
5 from 17 votes
Grilled Asparagus
Crispy-tender grilled asparagus, finished with Parmesan and a bright squeeze of lemon, makes the perfect easy side.
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plated Grilled Vegetables
5 from 7 votes
Grilled Vegetables
This grilled vegetables recipe makes an assortment of bright & colorful veggies perfectly seasoned and grilled until tender.
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