The Ultimate Grill Burger

A cheeseburger on a wooden cutting board

Nothing beats a burger on the grill! Every part of this Ultimate Grill Burger gets the charcoal treatment: the bun, burger, lettuce, tomato, and the onion. This recipe is super simple and comes together quickly, meaning more time outside by the grill. Serve with a cold beer, some pasta salad, and fresh watermelon. Nothing tastes better than summer! Let’s Grill A Burger Happy Father’s DayRead more ->

Happy International Picnic Day!

This recipe roundup features favorites to celebrate International Picnic Day! A scrumptious salad, a fresh salad, and a classic summer standby.  International Picnic Day This time of year, I try to eat most meals outdoors. Whether it’s brunch on a patio, a quick bite in between chores in the backyard, grilling out on the deck, or ditching the typical weekday routine and walking outside to grabRead more ->

Summer Salad with Blackberries, Pistachios, and Dill

Salad with blackberries, pistachios, and dill

This Summer Salad with Blackberries, Pistachios, and Dill is filled with fresh flavor! Pistachios add crunch, while the mustardy vinaigrette packs a salty punch. Summer Salad Sweet, sweet summertime. Though fleeting, this magical time of year is packed to the brim with fresh and colorful flavors. Everything tastes juicier, jammier, and more like the sun. Nothing is better than enjoying peak produce in copious amountsRead more ->

Classic Caprese Salad

This Classic Caprese Salad includes the freshest summer ingredient combination! Creamy mozzarella, juicy and sweet tomatoes, and peppery basil. Simple, light, and delicious!  What’s simpler than a summer salad that comes together in less than 5 minutes? Vine ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil. Buon Appetito! Tried this Classic Caprese Salad recipe and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social mediaRead more ->

Prosciutto & Salami Baguette with Cherry Pepper Goat Cheese Spread

Two baguette sandwiches with arugula, sliced meats, and cheese on a wooden cutting board with crackers in the foreground

Updated June 15, 2024 This Prosciutto & Salami Baguette with Cherry Pepper Goat Cheese Spread is packed with flavor! Smoky prosciutto, salty salami, and peppery arugula balance perfectly in this picnic ready baguette sandwich! Goat cheese and pickled cherry peppers make sandwich even more addictive. Prosciutto and Salami Baguette Sandwiches! I tend to make my sandwiches very seriously. Isn’t it just the perfect meal? ARead more ->

Peanut Butter Tahini Cookies

These Peanut Butter Tahini Cookies are a healthy sweet treat! Peanut butter and tahini pair beautifully, creating a nutty and intoxicating flavor. This recipe yields cookies that are soft, chewy, and salty. Peanut Buttery Bliss Who doesn’t love a good peanut butter cookie? Or any nut butter cookie, for that matter? I would venture to guess that there is a very small subset of peopleRead more ->

Paleo Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

This Paleo Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp is the perfect sweet treat for the Spring! Sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb come together in this seasonal fruit crisp. Almond stands in for flour to make this dessert paleo. It’s simple to make, and even easier to devour. Enjoy this Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp with some dairy free ice cream for a sweet treat! It’s National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day!Read more ->

Melon Mint Granita

This Melon Mint Granita is a refreshing boozy treat! Ripe cantaloupe is mixed with fresh mint, making one cool delicious cocktail. It’s the perfect drink recipe using seasonal ingredients. Make a big batch for your next BBQ, get together, or pool party – they’ll be a hit! Happy #THIRSTday! It’s JUNE. Summer is finally here and I couldn’t be more stoked. Longer days, cabin weekends,Read more ->

Quinoa Tabbouleh

This Quinoa Tabbouleh is a hearty and filling vegetarian salad! Quinoa, cucumber, tomato, and lots of herbs are tossed in a delicious lemony dressing.  Have Quinoa Tabbouleh, Will Travel Current Mood: #Jetset. I’m on a plane en route to Cabo, you guys.In June.Am I crazy? I think I could be. I am FOR SURE crazy about this recipe, though. Do you like quinoa? Fresh and seasonal ingredients?Read more ->

Mint Juleps

The classic Mint Julep is the perfect summer sipper on a hot summer day! This recipe combines an easy mint simple syrup, Bourbon, and a little soda water. Pour it all over crushed ice, garnish with mint, and you’re off to the races! Happy National Mint Julep Day! While most people associate Mint Juleps with the Kentucky Derby, the “official” day in which this refreshingRead more ->