Fresh Magazine | A Summer to Savor | July August 2026

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Summer Pasta Salad with Grilled Peaches and…

Grilling fresh peaches and corn brings out their natural sweetness and adds a fantastic smoky flavor to this pasta salad. You can use bowtie or rotini pasta instead of orzo.

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Berry Poke Cake

Once baked, this classic cake is poked with holes so the strawberry gelatin mixture can seep in, giving the dessert a beautiful swirled color and moist texture. Make a day ahead to save time.

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Tropical Green Smoothie Bowl

This speedy smoothie bowl is a great way to boost your breakfast with added nutrients. Spinach and cucumber give the smoothie its color but won’t overpower the sweet pineapple and berries.

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Frozen Fruit and Yogurt Bark

Creamy yogurt is swirled with maple and vanilla, then topped with fresh fruit and pistachios before being frozen into a crisp, snackable bark. Cool, lightly sweet and perfect straight from the freezer.

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Coconut-Orange Mock Margarita

Bright citrus and creamy coconut milk give this mock margarita a sunny, tropical vibe with a balance of sweet and tangy. Light, refreshing and easy to pour by the pitcher.

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Chocolate Zucchini Cake

This chocolate cake stays perfectly moist thanks to grated zucchini, with chocolate chips adding sweet melty goodness. Simple, comforting and perfect for any occasion.

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Pork Banh Mi Smash Burgers

The flavors of the classic Vietnamese sandwich – juicy pork, tangy pickles and a touch of heat – are turned into crispy, caramelized smash patties. Bold, bright and layered with crunch and spice.

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Grilled Corn and Cheese Arepas

Cheesy grilled arepas – crisp on the outside, tender on the inside and packed with sweet corn – are split and stuffed with chicken and black beans. Inspired by classic South American comfort food, they’re hearty, savory and perfect for sharing straight off the grill.

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Spanish Seafood Paella

Experience the taste of Spain with this vibrant, grill-friendly take on paella, where tender shrimp, mussels and clams are cooked in a fragrant saffron-and-paprika-spiced rice. Colorful, flavorful and perfect for sharing.

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Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cakes

All the nostalgia of pineapple upside-down cake scaled down into buttery, fruit-topped minis. These individual cakes flip out perfectly, then are finished with whipped cream and a cherry on top.

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Charred Watermelon with Tahini and Chili Crisp

Juicy watermelon turns sweet and spicy in an unexpected way – grilled until smoky and caramelized at the edges, then finished with nutty tahini, a squeeze of lime and a hit of chili crisp.

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Bacon Ranch Grilled Corn on the Cob

Grilled corn gets a savory upgrade with crispy bacon, ranch-seasoned butter, cotija and chives. It’s easy, indulgent and made for summer cookouts.

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Cherry-Vanilla Ice Cream Sandwiches

Classic ice cream gets a fruity upgrade with a homemade cherry-vanilla sauce, then sandwiched between gourmet bakery cookies. Sweet, nostalgic and effortlessly special.

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Pretzel Hot Dogs with Cheese Dipping Sauce

Ballpark flavors get a cozy, homemade twist with hot dogs wrapped in store-bought pizza dough and cooked until golden in the air fryer. Dunk them into the warm, creamy Cheddar cheese sauce for the ultimate game-day win.

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Coffee-Rubbed Baby Back Ribs

A bold coffee-spice rub gives these baby back ribs deep, smoky flavor. Cooking low and slow in the oven keeps them tender, while the final grill adds just the right amount of char.

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Berry Lemonade Slushes

These slushes stack bright blue, citrusy white and strawberry-red layers for a fun, refreshing drink that comes together in minutes. Perfect for those hot summer days.

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Grilled Chicken with Strawberries and Balsamic

Sweet and juicy strawberries add a fresh twist to a simple grilled chicken. Topped with tangy balsamic and fresh basil, it’s a light, summery and unexpectedly savory dinner.

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Instant Pot® Corn Chowder

Sweet corn and tender potatoes come together in a creamy, comforting chowder that cooks quickly thanks to the Instant Pot®. It’s cozy, satisfying and perfect for busy nights.