What’s in season in July?
July Produce Guide
This is the season we wait all year for, the time of plenty.
Our gardens, local famers markets, and supermarket produce sections are filled with glorious choices.
Elise Bauer
If July isn’t National Zucchini Month, it should be, right?
We have you covered with dozens of recipes for zucchini and summer squash.
We have cucumbers forpickling, for salads, and even more makingdrinks!
Elise Bauer
As well as yellow, white, and mixed corn.
What’s your favorite way to cook corn?
For me it’sgrillingif the grill is on, or microwaving if I’m only cooking one.
Elise Bauer
July actually isNational Blueberry Month, officially (sorry zucchini), according to the USDA.
So enjoy them now inpies,slumps, and your morning cereal.
Ever had a pluot?
Elise Bauer
They’re a cross between a plum and an apricot.
They come in all different varieties, Dapple Dandy is my favorite.
Finally summer just isn’t summer without watermelon, right?
Elise Bauer
Have you ever tried sprinkling melon slice with a little salt?
It’s a trick my dad taught me and now I’m addicted!
Scroll down for recipe ideas!
Elise Bauer
Summer Squash: Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Have more zucchini than you know what to do with?
This Chocolate Zucchini Bread is rich, moist, and has a tender crumb.
It’s made with cocoa powder for extra chocolate intensity.
Elise Bauer
Tomatoes: Baked Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes and Garlic
Quick and easy midweek dinner!
Chicken thighs are baked with fresh cherry tomatoes, garlic, and rosemary.
The secret to the easiest grilled corn?
Elise Bauer
Grill it as is, husks on.
Read more on why this works.
Cucumbers: Bread and Butter Pickles
Like sweet pickles?
Elise Bauer
These sweet sliced cucumber Bread and Butter pickles are easy to make and are perfect for sandwiches and burgers.
Berries: Blueberry Slump
Too hot to turn on the oven?
Make a Blueberry Slump!
Cindy Rahe
This classic New England dessert is made on the stovetop with blueberries and steamed dumplings.
Great way to beat the heat!
These crumb bars with their jammy sweet berry filling will do the job!
Elise Bauer
Stone Fruit: Plum Galette
Rustic tarts are like pies but with much less hassle!
This bright and beautiful galette is made with tart plums and pluots.
You could use firm yellow peaches or nectarines too.
