Recipes
Pesto Basting Olive Oil Recipe for Basting
Originally created to pair with my Grilled Sweet Corn Buffet, this flavorful blend of prepared pesto and extra-virgin olive oil turned out to be a delectable topping with potential far beyond corn. Click through for the full recipe!
Easy Spicy Lime Sriracha Butter
My Easy Spicy Lime Sriracha Butter recipe is a flavorful and zesty compound butter perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat in their dishes. This butter pairs wonderfully with grilled sweet corn, but its versatility allows it to be used as a condiment or flavor enhancer for various foods like steak, grilled vegetables, shrimp, and more.
Mary’s Super-Easy Gluten-free Crunchy Asian Coleslaw
A summer salad made with hardy greens that hold up well on a warm day, this delicious coleslaw pairs beautifully with everything… especially my Grilled Portabella Mushroom Tacos. This recipe includes an option for added crunch with coarsely chopped cashews, making it a versatile and satisfying side or snack. Click through for more!
Grilled Portabella Mushroom Tacos with Mary’s Super Crunchy Asian Coleslaw
These savory and delicious grilled portabella mushroom tacos are one of my best gluten-free and vegetarian dishes for summer. The grilled portabella mushrooms are smoky with a rich umami note, and my Super Crunchy Asian Coleslaw as a topping takes them over the top! Versatile and suitable for different dietary restrictions, you’ll be making these tacos all year long.
Mary’s No-Mayo Farmers Market Potato Salad
This easy, No-Mayo Farmers Market Potato Salad is a delicious twist on the classic potato salad recipe. Instead of mayonnaise, it features a tangy and flavorful dressing made with white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and extra-virgin olive oil. It’s perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, and grill-outs—and lighter on the stomach too!
Easy Simple Syrup
Author: Mary DiSomma Print Easy Simple Syrup Ingredients 1 cup sugar 1 cup water Instructions Combine the sugar and water in a saucepot. Bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve...
Easy Strawberry Limoncello Frosé: A Deliciously Simple Frozen Rosé Cocktail Recipe for Summer Sipping
If you’re looking for the perfect summer cocktail, look no further. This is it. It’s a refreshing frozen cocktail recipe made with the ultimate summer trifecta of ingredients: Strawberries, frozen rosé wine, and homemade limoncello. Just make sure you remember to freeze your rosé for at least 8 hours before whipping up some drinks!
Pesto Grilled Chicken with Grilled Peaches or Nectarines
I don’t limit my grilling to just the chicken. Why shouldn’t we get creative with it? And if you’ve never tried grilling fruit before, stop what you're doing right now and go get the ingredients for this recipe. Pesto, peaches, and juicy grilled chicken… YUM!
Mary’s Classic French Vanilla Macaron Cookie Shells
This is my “go-to” all-purpose macaron shell recipe. My macaron shell recipe is done in the traditional French way: It doesn’t use a cooked meringue. It’s a great basic macaron recipe—and the one I always recommend for first-time macaron makers.
Red, White, and Blue Strawberry Blueberry 4th of July Dessert Trifle
Layered with a fresh berry medley and topped with homemade whipped cream, this fruity summer dessert is prettiest served in a trifle bowl. If you don’t have a trifle bowl, you can use a glass bowl. Even better if it’s a decorative one! Get ready to impress your guests with this Red, White and Blue Strawberry Blueberry 4th of July Dessert Trifle recipe.
Mary’s Peachy Peach Iced Tea
Quench your thirst on a hot summer day with a tall glass of my refreshing Peachy Peach Iced Tea, or customize the recipe with your favorite spirits to transform it into a cocktail for a refreshing summer soirée. We like to sweeten ours with local honey from our farm neighbors’ apiary, but you can use sugar or agave nectar if you prefer. Paired with juicy peaches and fresh black tea, you can’t really go wrong!
Mary’s Simple Balsamic Glaze
Making balsamic glazes and balsamic reductions at home is easy. Since your balsamic glaze is going to have a strong, rich flavor, I highly recommend going for the good stuff—choose one without any dyes or other additives. This glaze is perfect for drizzling on green salads, crostini, or a nice cast iron roasted caprese sandwich. Yum!
