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Heirloom Tomato Toast

Here we are again.... my favorite month of the year! Hot weather, poolside drinks and fresh tomatoes! I found these beauties at my local Farmer's Market!  I especially loved the baby...

Farmer’s Market Vegetable Soup Recipe

Roasted and sautéed vegetables of all colors and textures come together in this delicious, hearty vegetable soup recipe. Make the most of your farmer's market haul, your garden goods, or just your...

10 Amazing Recipes Using Canned Olives

Canned Olives. I'm gonna just say right here, that I love 'em. They're simple, buttery, and down-right delicious.  And what's easier than popping open a can and adding them to a dish to make...

A Fruit Salad Recipe to Try Now

When the house heats up after a hot summer day, the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven to make dinner! May we suggest serving a fruit salad recipe with a twist? Our Grilled Fruit Salad is...

Steak or Summer Vegetable Marinade & Sauce Recipes for Grilling

A bright and flavorful vegetable marinade for grilling a wide variety of summer veggies, that even works for beef ready to be thrown on the grill too! Summer is an embarrassment of riches in...

Ginger Pear Clafoutis Recipe: A Fabulous Pear Dessert

Try this sweet and spicy, custardy Pear Clafoutis recipe, inspired by Julia Child's original pear dessert. Our version of the original, from Julia Child's Mastering the Art of French Cooking,...

23 Mouth-Watering Grape Recipes

Hot summer days call for meals that are simple to assemble and pack a punch of flavor to combat the heat and the fun! Grapes are such a versatile fruit - not only do they hold up well to packing...

Cantaloupe Grapefruit Vodka Martini with Cantaloupe Infused Vodka

Here's an easy step-by-step guide to make your own infused vodka with cantaloupe. Plus, a recipe for crisp, tart and sweet Cantaloupe Grapefruit Martini made with the cantaloupe-infused vodka and...

An Herb Filled Egg Salad For Sandwiches To Try Now

This egg salad made with olive oil mayonnaise and fresh herbs is incredibly delicious. You too can make this delightful Herb Filled Egg Salad Sandwich at home to top toasted bread for sandwiches,...

A Fig Tartine Recipe You Are Going To Love

A California Fig Tartine with goat cheese on sourdough bread is a delicious and simple way to enjoy the flavors of fall. The tangy goat cheese pairs perfectly with the sweet figs and the crunch of...

Queso Fundido with Shiitake Mushrooms and Anaheim Chiles

Queso Fundido: delicious melted cheese with aromatic mushrooms and chilies makes the perfect dip for chips, tortillas, and fresh vegetables. Oh. My. Queso.   I didn't know I could love...

Gorgeous Cheese Board Ideas You’ll Love

June is National Dairy Month and that means it's a great time to celebrate with a few of our favorite cheese board ideas and some amazing Real California Cheese from the #1 dairy state! ...

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