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Photo: Hector Sanchez; Stylist: Buffy Hargett
Cucumber Gin & Tonic
Cucumber Gin & Tonic Recipe
Fresh cucumber and a lime wedge give this refreshing Cucumber Gin and Tonic a pretty presentation.
Fresh cucumber and a lime wedge give this refreshing Cucumber Gin and Tonic a pretty presentation.
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Photo: Hector Sanchez; Stylist: Buffy Hargett
Tomato-Tequila Fizz
Tomato-Tequila Fizz Recipe
The grape tomato halves deliver not only fresh flavor to Tomato-Tequila Fizz but add pops of color to this summertime cocktail.
The grape tomato halves deliver not only fresh flavor to Tomato-Tequila Fizz but add pops of color to this summertime cocktail.
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Photo: Hector Sanchez; Stylist: Buffy Hargett
Easy Summer Appetizer Board
Easy Summer Appetizer Board Recipe
Start your party the casual, crowd-friendly way, and let guests help themselves to a variety of bites. No Southern appetizer board is complete without spicy-sweet pickled okra. Our new obsession: Wickles Wicked Okra (wicklespickles.com). We also recommend Olli Salumeria salami, slow-cured in Virginia and found in gourmet grocery stores across the South, but you can choose any of your favorite cured meats.
Start your party the casual, crowd-friendly way, and let guests help themselves to a variety of bites. No Southern appetizer board is complete without spicy-sweet pickled okra. Our new obsession: Wickles Wicked Okra (wicklespickles.com). We also recommend Olli Salumeria salami, slow-cured in Virginia and found in gourmet grocery stores across the South, but you can choose any of your favorite cured meats.
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Photo: Hector Sanchez; Stylist: Buffy Hargett
White Cheddar-Chive Pimiento Cheese
White Cheddar-Chive Pimiento Cheese Recipe
Here's the secret to nice pimiento-cheese texture: Grate the cheese by hand, half on the large holes of a box grater and half on the small holes. Choose an aged sharp Cheddar cheese for extra bite. Chopped chives and Dijon mustard add piquant punch in place of grated onion.
Here's the secret to nice pimiento-cheese texture: Grate the cheese by hand, half on the large holes of a box grater and half on the small holes. Choose an aged sharp Cheddar cheese for extra bite. Chopped chives and Dijon mustard add piquant punch in place of grated onion.
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Photo: Hector Sanchez; Stylist: Buffy Hargett
Riesling Peaches
Riesling Peaches Recipe
These sweet summer gems pair perfectly with cured meats over torn bread with a little Dijon mustard, and work double-duty as a final flourish spooned over our irresistible homemade Buttermilk Ice Cream. Or make a simple peach shortcake by sandwiching the peaches in a warm scone with sweetened whipped cream. Swap in any summer fruit and 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil or 1 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary for the thyme, if desired.
These sweet summer gems pair perfectly with cured meats over torn bread with a little Dijon mustard, and work double-duty as a final flourish spooned over our irresistible homemade Buttermilk Ice Cream. Or make a simple peach shortcake by sandwiching the peaches in a warm scone with sweetened whipped cream. Swap in any summer fruit and 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil or 1 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary for the thyme, if desired.
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Photo: Hector Sanchez; Stylist: Buffy Hargett
Sweet-Hot Cukes and Peppers
Sweet-Hot Cukes and Peppers Recipe
This fresh and flavorful salad of Sweet-Hot Cukes and Peppers is as pleasing on the eyes as it is on the palate thanks to vibrantly hued bell peppers.
This fresh and flavorful salad of Sweet-Hot Cukes and Peppers is as pleasing on the eyes as it is on the palate thanks to vibrantly hued bell peppers.
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Photo: Hector Sanchez; Stylist: Buffy Hargett
Carrot-Avocado Tabbouleh
Carrot-Avocado Tabbouleh Recipe
Salty, roasted sunflower kernals give lively Carrot-Avocado Tabbouleh crunch. Diced avocado brings a dash of creaminess to this side dish.
Salty, roasted sunflower kernals give lively Carrot-Avocado Tabbouleh crunch. Diced avocado brings a dash of creaminess to this side dish.
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Photo: Hector Sanchez; Stylist: Buffy Hargett
BLT Salad with Olive Vinaigrette
BLT Salad with Olive Vinaigrette Recipe
Chockful of fresh ingredients and topped with savory bacon and Gorgonzola cheese, BLT Salad with Olive Vinaigrette is a crowd favorite.
Chockful of fresh ingredients and topped with savory bacon and Gorgonzola cheese, BLT Salad with Olive Vinaigrette is a crowd favorite.
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