Summer Cooking: Delicious Recipes for the Season

Summer is the season of sunshine, warm weather, and delicious food. It's the perfect time to enjoy light and refreshing dishes that are easy to prepare and full of flavor. Here are some recipes that are perfect for summer cooking.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes

Directions:

• Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
• In a bowl, mix together the garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
• Thread the shrimp onto the skewers.
• Brush the shrimp with the garlic mixture.
• Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.

Caprese Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
• 8 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

• Arrange the tomato and mozzarella slices on a platter.
• Top with fresh basil leaves.
• Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
• Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Grilled Corn on the Cob

Ingredients:

• 4 ears of corn
• 2 tbsp. butter, melted
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

• Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
• Peel back the husks on each ear of corn, but do not remove them.
• Remove the silk from the corn.
• Brush the corn with melted butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Fold the husks back over the corn and tie with kitchen twine.
• Grill the corn for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kernels are tender.
• Watermelon and Feta Salad

Ingredients:

• 4 cups cubed watermelon
• 4 oz. crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 tbsp. lime juice
• 1 tbsp. honey
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

• In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, feta cheese, and mint leaves.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
• Drizzle the dressing over the watermelon mixture and toss to combine.

Strawberry Shortcake

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp. baking powder
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 2 cups sliced strawberries
• Whipped cream

Directions:

• Preheat the oven to 375°F.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• Cut in the butter with a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
• Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
• Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the short

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