Go ahead and linger in the cool summer breeze a bit longer.
What do you think of when you picture your perfect summer day?
What Idon’tsee is staying inside and cooking all day.
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I don’t see turning on an oven and making my already too-warm apartment even hotter.
Don’t get me wrong: I love cooking!
But there’s something about the summer where I crave ease.
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And this summer I’m leaning into it instead of feeling guilty.
FromTrader Joe’s shortcutsto a simple (but delicious!
So, we asked our readers (you!)
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to inspire us with your go-to easy summer dinner ideas.
And you pulled through victoriously!
Here are her five favorite picks!
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Throw in a couple easy ingredients (cheese!
), and suddenly your dinner or lunch feels a lot more excitingnot to mention so easy.
“Be a genius about what matters.
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Be lazy about what doesnt.
And dont judge each other,” she says.
Learn about how to let go of kitchen perfection.
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When writerSheela Prakash’s motivation to cook is low, she turns to hot smoked salmon.
“Something about having sandwiches for dinner just feels different.
Don’t pack it away for the summer!
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