Zucchini and chocolate might sound like an unlikely pair, but they make magic together in this rich, moist quick bread. The zucchini keeps the loaf tender while dark chocolate and cocoa give it deep, fudgy flavor. It’s an excellent way to use up summer zucchini — and no one will guess the secret ingredient. INGREDIENTS:...Read More

Bring a taste of the Florida tropics to your late-summer baking with this moist and flavorful zucchini bread. Inspired by the classic cocktail, it’s filled with sweet pineapple, shredded coconut, and a hint of rum extract — all balanced by the garden freshness of zucchini. The result is a tender loaf that tastes like sunshine...Read More

Somewhere between a rich brownie and a tender spice cake, these frosted zucchini bars are pure comfort. Warmly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, they’re moist from the zucchini (you’ll hardly know it’s there!) and finished with a glossy brown sugar frosting that sets into a soft, fudgy layer. Perfect for late summer when zucchini is...Read More

Salt is the most essential seasoning in the kitchen — the quiet workhorse that makes flavors come alive. Without it, food tastes flat and uninspired; with it, flavors are heightened and balanced. Yet not all salts are the same. Walk down a grocery aisle today and you’ll find a dazzling variety: the trusty blue canister...Read More

Peppery arugula, tender butter lettuce, and the vibrant sweetness of ripe nectarines and raspberries come together in this salad that celebrates the very best of summer. The contrast of juicy fruit with crisp greens is lifted by the crunch of toasted walnuts, creating a dish that is both refreshing and satisfying. A light raspberry vinaigrette—fruity...Read More

During the Great Depression and through the rationing years of World War II, home cooks often relied on creativity and resourcefulness to stretch what they had on hand. Fresh apples were not always affordable or available, so thrifty cooks turned to garden vegetables — like zucchini — as clever stand-ins. This zucchini crisp,  also known...Read More

If you garden — or simply shop at the farmers market — you know how zucchini behaves this time of year. One day it’s a neat, glossy little squash, and seemingly overnight it turns into a hefty green club that could feed a family of four. Our farmers market tables are piled high with them,...Read More

Late summer often brings an abundance of zucchini — far more than most of us know what to do with! This simple soup is a perfect way to transform that seasonal glut into something elegant, comforting, and full of flavor. The zucchini blends into a silky base, while fresh basil brightens each spoonful. Serve it...Read More

This refreshing spinach salad is a spring and summer classic — light, colorful, and bursting with flavor. Sweet, juicy strawberries pair beautifully with tender spinach leaves, while slivered almonds add a nutty crunch. What makes this dish especially memorable is the homemade sesame-poppy seed dressing. Sweet, tangy, and nutty, it ties everything together in a...Read More

Cherry tomatoes are the jewels of summer—bright red, golden, yellow, and even deep burgundy. Farmers’ market stalls and backyard gardens alike overflow with these sweet little gems when the weather is warm. To make the most of their flavor, never refrigerate them; instead, leave them at room temperature where they can continue to ripen and...Read More