Welcome to our August recipe roundup, celebrating 27 best summer recipes. From spicy barbecue to refreshing cocktails, we have selected the best recipes to make your taste buds sing. So grab your apron and let’s dive into the delicious world of August cooking.
Quick Watermelon Rind Pickles
Try our Quick Watermelon Rind Pickles, an innovative recipe to enjoy every bit of this quintessential summer fruit. It’s a unique, tangy, and slightly sweet treat, making use of the often-discarded watermelon rind for a sustainable and delicious summer snack.
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Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake with Greek Yogurt
Keeping the berry best summer recipes for your end-of-summer barbecues? If so, make sure to add this lemon raspberry cheesecake recipe to your roster. A real crowd pleaser.
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Steak Kabobs
These tasty skewers, loaded with tender steak and colorful veggies, are great for a summer barbecue. They’re easy to prepare, and the grilled vegetables give them a fresh taste that’s perfect for August.
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Artisan Blueberry Bread
Indulge in our Dutch Oven Blueberry Bread, an excellent recipe to make the most of August’s bountiful blueberry harvest. This easy-to-make, moist, and flavorful bread with bursts of sweet-tart blueberries is the perfect treat to enjoy during warm summer mornings or as a delightful dessert.
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Zucchini Parmesan Sauced Pasta
Experience the fresh flavors of summer with our Zucchini Parmesan Sauce for Pasta. Using August’s abundant zucchinis, this recipe offers a creamy, cheesy, and hearty sauce that pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta, ensuring a satisfying and seasonal dinner.
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Pickled Red Onions
Pretty up your barbecued dishes or buffet-style dinner with these tasty, tangy, pickled red onions. Easy to make, easy to eat, and a real dad-pleaser. Great on sausages, hot dogs, and tacos.
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Quick Pickled Garlic Dill Pickles
Cucumber season is in full swing and now’s the time to make your first batch of quick garlic dill pickles. A must-have side dish for your August barbecues or potluck dinners.
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Twice Baked Potatoes
hese indulgent potatoes are a classic comfort food that’s a step above the rest. With a creamy inside and a crispy skin, they make for a great side dish at any summer cookout.
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Homemade Keto Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips Recipe
These homemade Keto Cheese Bacon Nachos Chips are great for a late summer party or as a quick snack. Being gluten-free and grain-free, they’re friendly for different dietary needs and they take only a few minutes to make.
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Chicken Black Bean Salsa Casserole
Everyone in the family will adore this tasty chicken casserole. It’s perfect for using up leftover chicken and makes a filling dinner on a busy August evening.
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Bunless Bacon Burger
This delicious Bunless Bacon Keto Burger is a great way to enjoy grilling season. The burger is full of flavor, and the added bacon makes it extra tasty – perfect for an August barbecue!Get the Recipe: Bunless Bacon Burger
Condensed Milk Dinner Rolls
These sweet and fluffy dinner rolls make the perfect summer side dish. Serve them with fresh salads, cold cuts, or as a side for your favorite grilled meats.
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Maple Bacon Bourbon Jam
Need a sweet and unique condiment to serve alongside your Father’s Day dinner? Make this easy maple bacon bourbon jam to top tacos, steak, pork loin or ribs! A great topper or condiment for the best summer recipes you make in August.
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Baked Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels
The Baked Jalapeno Popper Roll-Ups are a delicious snack. Filled with cream cheese, fresh jalapenos, and crispy bacon, they’re a bite-sized delight that’s perfect for a summer get-together.
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Coca Cola Cake
Surprise your friends with this unconventional dessert – a Coca Cola Chocolate Cake. It’s a unique twist on the classic chocolate cake, and its rich and moist texture is just what you need to end a summer meal on a sweet note.
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Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Give your summer meals a twist with this air fryer corn on the cob. It’s roasted to perfection and an easy, hands-off side dish that complements any main course at a summer cookout.
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Hoisin Glazed Pork Belly
This Air Fryer Pork Belly recipe, coated in a sweet-savory hoisin glaze, is a treat for the taste buds. It’s crispy, tender, and full of flavor – the perfect dish to impress your friends at an August gathering.
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Hoisin Spare Ribs
These Instant Pot spare ribs, glazed with savory-sweet hoisin, are fall-off-the-bone tender. It’s an easy and quick recipe, perfect for a lazy summer day.
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Grilled Chile Lime Chicken
The Chile Lime Grilled Chicken is a dish full of summer flavors. It pairs the tanginess of lime and the heat of chile with the savory grilled chicken – an ideal meal for a sunny August afternoon.
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Elote
This super easy elote recipe, or Mexican grilled corn, is full of flavor and can be made in minutes. It’s a simple and tasty way to enjoy corn, a summer staple.
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Turkey Smash Burgers
These delicious turkey smash burgers are great for an August barbecue. They’re savory, juicy, and the caramelized exterior gives them an extra flavor punch.
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Carne Asada
The Carne Asada Marinade recipe is packed with authentic Mexican flavor. It’s a great way to spice up your grilling in August with its smoky, citrusy, and savory taste.
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Grilled Chicken with Cilantro Crema
This grilled chicken with cilantro crema is a refreshing and flavorful dish, perfect for a summer cookout. The juicy chicken and tangy crema combine for a delicious pairing.
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Old-Fashioned Cocktail
This Old-Fashioned cocktail is perfect for summer evenings. Made with whiskey, it’s a classic drink that can help you cool off after a hot August day.
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Michelada
The Michelada, a cocktail starring Mexican beer, is a refreshing drink for summer. It’s basically a beer-based Bloody Mary, and it’s something you don’t want to miss on a hot day.
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Smoked brisket
This guide to making smoked brisket is a great resource for anyone looking to try their hand at grilling this summer. The detailed steps make it easy to get a flavorful result.
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Colombian marinated chicken drumsticks
Bring some international flair to your summer cooking with our Colombian Chicken Drumsticks recipe. Perfect for grilling, these drumsticks are marinated in a bold, flavorful blend, offering a crispy exterior and juicy interior that’ll make your August barbecue a hit.
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