There’s something about the scent of lemon and butter that makes a kitchen feel like summer. These Blueberry Lemon Ricotta Cookies were born from one of those moments—when I had a half container of ricotta in the fridge and a…

When my kids were younger, summer afternoons in Asheville always meant sticky fingers, sun-warmed porches, and a desperate need for something cold—fast. One day, after wrangling the twins through a sweaty outdoor play session, I peeked into the fridge and…

Zucchini gets a bit of a bad rap when it comes to casseroles—some folks fear it’ll turn watery, others think it’s bland. But this Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Casserole proves them wrong in the most delicious way. We’ll cover how to…

These strawberry lemonade cookies with glaze are the soft-baked sunshine treat you didn’t know you needed. Bright lemon meets sweet strawberry in every soft bite, finished with a glossy citrus drizzle. If you’ve ever craved the flavor of summer in…

When summer’s at its peak, watermelon shows up at nearly every gathering—but have you ever tried grilling it? This grilled watermelon feta and basil salad transforms the humble melon into something spectacular. With smoky grill marks, a hit of salty…