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Summers are synonymous withsaladsfrom green, leafy salads andpasta saladto Southern staples likechicken saladandpotato salad. However, you’ll discover the best of the season is highlighted here. Just double-check everything used is at its peak for maximum flavor. Credit: Photo: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Cat Steele At first glance it may seem like an unlikely combination, but all of the ingredients marry well. Blue cheese or ricotta salata are appropriate swaps for Feta cheese....

The fresh watermelon and tomatoes are the star of the show in this dish. A quick toss with the remaining ingredients, and you’ll be ready to chill and serve. Refrigerate leftovers of this salad in an airtight container for up to two days. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Serve with crusty bread, pasta, couscous or aquinoasalad. you’ve got the option to also pair it with your favoritebrunch dishesfor a bright and refreshing touch....

Enjoy a slice of summer with a this savory pie. Alison Miksch Savory tomato pies are quintessential summer fare. The popularity of ourHeirloom Tomato Pieproves that. Credit:Alison Miksch But if you’re looking for a new tomato pie, you shouldn’t overlook Tomato-Corn Pie. It’s also slightly garlicky with a hint of cayenne. These ingredients all complement the flavor or fresh, ripe tomatoes beautifully. Credit:Alison Miksch you’re able to make your own pie crust if you want....

With its bright, fresh flavors, this tomato-mozzarella salad is perfect for summer parties and dinners. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Juicy tomatoes andcreamy mozzarellabelong together in a tomato-mozzarella salad. In the summer, tomatoes still warm from the sun pair beautifully with fresh basil and buttery cheese. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Most tomato-mozzarella salads lean toward Italian flavors, with basil and balsamic vinegar. These are similar to the classicCaprese salad....

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Getty Images Tomatoes love andneed a lot of sunlightand heat to grow. But too much of a good thing can cause the plant to get sunscaldthe plant equivalent of a sunburn. What is Sunscald? Credit:Getty Images Tomatoes need plenty of sunlight to produce fruit, typically around six to eight hours a day. Too much sun and heat can cause tomatoes to get sunscald. If youre experiencing a heat wave or increased temperatures, theres usually no need to worry....

Bring the flavors of the famous drugstore lemonade to your tailgate in this crowd-friendly dessert. Ingredients Cake: Baking spray 1 3/4cupsgranulated sugar 1cup(8 oz. )powdered sugar Directions Prepare the Cake: Preheat oven to 350F. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christina Dailey Coat a 17 1/2- x 12 1/2-inch baking sheet with baking spray. Add lemon zest and vanilla, beating until incorporated, about 15 seconds. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Wetumpka has continued to be a destination for tourism ever since its transformation. Stop at the revitalized farmer’s market on Thursdays and Saturdays in summer to shop or enjoy a picnic. Credit: Peter Pauley Browse The Galleries Among those small businesses are many creative galleries, art studios, and museums. Marcia Weber Art Objects features more than 1,000 works of original art, specializing in contemporary folk pieces....

Beautiful resorts and citrus groves await you. But Four Corners, Florida? My curiosity piqued, I set out to learn more about this new-to-me part of the state. Credit: Aileen Kang/500px/Getty Images Floridas Four Corners is where Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Polk counties meet. Showcase of Citrus is open every day, and is pet-friendly, too. In fact, nearly 100 aerial challenges await, not to mention a 425-foot-ling zip line. Credit:Nick White/ Getty images...

No such thing as too much cheese. Creamy, rich, and decadent, our TortelliniMac and Cheeseis the dish you never knew you needed. Cream cheese is the ticket to serious creaminess, creating a velvety sauce that coats each pocket of pasta. Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis Top with chives for a pop of freshness and serve alongside roasted asparagus or a green salad. This might be our best tortellini recipe, and it’s an utter delight....

We didn’t know it was possible, but tortellini pasta salad just made the classic dish better. Learn how to make tortellini pasta salad. How To Make Tortellini Salad The steps are quite simple, but their order is important. Credit:Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Costen King, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel Can I Make Tortellini Pasta Salad Ahead? In fact, we recommend it. Here are some to try next time you’re fixing to whip up a batch....

Cheesy tortellini, tangy sausage, and tender kale simmer in a rich and warming tomato soup. Tortellini soup is also forgiving for making it your own. What Is Tortellini Soup Made Of? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Cook the base.Start by sauteing the ground sausage to pull out its richness. Saute the onionand then the garlicin the sausage to wake them up and get them tender. Finally, add the tomato paste to finish the tangy soup base....

Rich and deeply flavorful, tortilla soup is thick and stew-like, very filling for cold days. Stacy Allen One bite of this tortilla soup, and you’ll think it has been simmering all day. But the secret is, it’s ready in just about one hour. Credit:Stacy Allen One thing you’re able to’t skip: thehomemade cornbread. Select any garnishes you wish, including options like Jack cheese, tortilla strips, and hot sauce. If you like a creamy tortilla soup, tryMartina McBride’s recipe....