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Summer

June 1 – August 31

Summer is the time for juicy tomatoes, tender corn, bursting berries, and fragrant herbs. Cooking shifts outdoors to the grill, while kitchens lean on no-cook salads, quick sautés, and chilled soups. Stone fruit, melons, zucchini, peppers, and leafy herbs shine, begging for simple treatments that let freshness lead. Make a big batch of vinaigrette, keep cucumbers and tomatoes ready for fast salads, and chill pitchers for easy entertaining. Grill vegetables alongside meats, toss pasta with seasonal produce, and try quick pickles to stretch market hauls. Keep desserts light with fruit-forward crisps, pies, and shortcakes.

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