If you’re a fan of making ‘quickles’ add this recipe to your lineup! Add them to tacos or quesadillas for a burst of delicious flavor! We like to prep the ingredients first, then make the brine so that it is hot when ready to add it to the jar. INGREDIENTS: 1 sterilized quart Mason jar...Read More

Green salsa made with tomatillos offers a mouthwatering array of flavors and variations! This tomatillo-avocado salsa verde is a crowd-pleaser and pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, jicama sticks, seafood tacos, cheese enchiladas, grilled meats, or as a tangy dressing for salads. Its vibrant green color and refreshing taste will have you coming back for more!...Read More

We love this easy salsa made with super flavorful dry-farmed tomatoes available at the farmers markets in the late summer and early fall. Feel free to add your own spin to the salsa — see variations below. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/4 lbs. ripe, flavorful dry-farmed tomatoes (about 6, depending on size) 1 (14.5 oz) can of...Read More

Mike Hultquist (www.chilipeppermadness.com) is the expert when it comes to creating tasty spicy condiments with his favorite fruit. This Caribbean hot sauce features fiery habanero peppers, mango, vinegar, honey, allspice, cumin, and ginger flavors. Serve it with grilled chicken, shrimp, fish, or pork tacos. INGREDIENTS: 5 habanero peppers, chopped 1 ripe mango, peeled and chopped...Read More

While visiting Australia during the hottest of summer months, I discovered chilled lemon barley water and found it to be one of the most refreshing, thirst-quenching drinks to enjoy when the weather is unbearably hot. And, it contains magnesium that helps regulate glucose, as well as fiber and lignans. Keep this on hand for hot...Read More

With its vibrant red flesh and juicy sweetness, watermelon is a favorite summertime treat for many. But beyond its refreshing taste, this beloved fruit also offers a range of health benefits that make it a perfect addition to your diet. Hydration Powerhouse: As its name suggests, watermelon is incredibly hydrating. Comprising about 90% water, this...Read More

There’s no denying the enormous health benefits and hydration that watermelon provides. When the temperatures soar, it’s time to make a pitcher of this super-delicious beverage and keep it on hand to sip on all day.    INGREDIENTS: 2 cups seedless watermelon, cut into small chunks 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup agave or mild...Read More

When summer peaches are in season, you’ll want to make this all summer long. While you can also make this dessert with canned peaches, we far prefer fresh peaches! INGREDIENTS: 4 cups fresh peaches, skinned and sliced 2 tablespoons sugar + 1 cup granulated sugar (divided) 1/2 cup butter, room temperature 1 cup all-purpose flour...Read More

Sweet Mexican corn cake, also known as pan de elote, is a moist, scoopable buttery corn cake that is a cross between a warm corn pudding and cornbread. Serve as a side dish with spicy Mexican food, rice and beans, or chili. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup butter, softened 1/3 cup masa harina 1/4 cup water 1...Read More

Use as an easy dip with corn chips or use as a topping for tacos, burritos or quesadillas. It’s also a delightful topping for grilled fish. INGREDIENTS: 4 ears fresh corn, husks and silk removed 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/2 ripe tomato, seeded, and finely chopped 2 jalapeño peppers, finely chopped 1/4 cup...Read More