All July recipes

July is the quintessential summer month, when meals are light, sunny, and full of freshness. Fruits and vegetables are at their best, bursting with flavor and sunshine. It’s peak season for tomatoes, lettuce, zucchini, melons, peaches, apricots, figs, and many other delights. The market stalls are bursting with vibrant colors, perfect for whipping up refreshing salads, gazpacho, or fruit tarts.

It’s also the perfect time to enjoy barbecues and grilled dishes outdoors. Enjoy meats, vegetables, and fish cooked over an open flame, accompanied by fragrant marinades.

Meals are convivial, often eaten outdoors, and are all about simplicity and enjoyment. Evenings are enlivened by dinner parties featuring mezze, tapenades, and refreshing drinks.

July is a month for fully enjoying seasonal produce, when meals are meant to be light and the joy of cooking with the flavors of the season takes center stage.

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Candied cherry tomatoes

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Sun-dried tomatoes are typical of southern Italy, and particularly of Sicily. There, the sun is used to draw moisture from the tomatoes, allowing them to be stored in the open air. Tomatoes that have ...

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My Authentic Andalusian Gazpacho

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Here is my authentic recipe for Andalusian gazpacho (or "gazpacho" in Spanish), which a Spanish friend taught me. This traditional recipe highlights fresh vegetables (tomatoes, cucumbers, ...

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Pineapple-Coconut Energy Smoothie

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Try this refreshing and energizing pineapple and coconut milk smoothie recipe—you won’t regret it!Whether you need a boost to start your day or are looking for a refreshing and invigorating drink ...

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Stuffed Eggplant with Feta

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This recipe for eggplant stuffed with feta was inspired by the excellent book . I started with a Turkish recipe for eggplant with cracked wheat, adding feta and adjusting some of the cooking ...

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Thai Mango Salad (Yum Ma Muang)

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I made this Thai mango salad during a cooking class, and I’ve been serving it ever since at Asian-inspired dinners. It’s the perfect starter for a summer meal, as it’s light, refreshing, and ...

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Rhubarb and Apricot Tart

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This delicious rhubarb-apricot tart combines a fruit and a plant with a sweet flavor—ingredients not often used in baking. This unique pairing is complemented by an almond filling and a homemade ...

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Almond and Lemon Shortbread Cookies

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Whenever I want to bake cookies for an afternoon snack or a special breakfast, these almond-lemon shortbread cookies are one of my go-to recipes! Compared to other recipes I’ve found online, I’ve ...

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Bayonne ham rolls with cream cheese and herbs

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These delicious rolls made with Bayonne ham, cream cheese, and herbs let you prepare a high-quality appetizer without spending too much time on it, since this recipe requires no cooking. These raw ham ...

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Sautéed zucchini with black olives

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These sautéed zucchini with black olives are one of my go-to recipes, which I make all the time once the warm weather arrives. It captures all the flavors of my native Provence: garlic, olive oil, ...

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Sherry and Shallot Vinaigrette

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This recipe for a sherry and shallot vinaigrette comes from the book . This vinaigrette pairs perfectly with asparagus, enhancing its flavor without overpowering it. You can also use it to add a ...

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