17 Summer-to-Fall Recipes to Make During That In-Between Season

If you’re already craving a cozy chili, give it a summer spin! This version is packed with fresh veggies like zucchini, corn, and bell peppers, along with hearty ground beef.

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SHOP DUTCH OVENS

If it’s early enough in the season still, you can make your own pesto. Otherwise, just use the jarred kind and you’ll get a taste of summer in a 25-minute skillet dinner.

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Take advantage of eggplant season by making a homey Italian dish without a pasta noodle in sight! Bake the filling right into the veggie for a lighter yet hearty meal.

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Craving pasta? Grab a few pints of cherry tomatoes! When they cook down, they burst and release so much summery flavor. Top with basil, parmesan, and creamy ricotta cheese.

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It’s snack time! Turn zucchini slices into easy pizza bites that both kids and adults will love. Use store-bought sauce, and they’re a cinch to make.

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As you prepare for peak soup season, use the rest of that zucchini and make this meatball soup. It’s the perfect balance of cozy and savory, yet not too wintery.

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Lighten up that chicken parm by making the salad version. Using cherry tomatoes instead of a heavier sauce makes it lighter and fresher for that in-between weather.

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A packet of ranch dressing mix is the secret to this easy one-pan meal. It flavors both the pork and the seasonal veggies and cuts down on prep time.

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Skip the PSL and make something a little cooler in those warmer weeks, even when you’re craving pumpkin. It tastes like a pumpkin pie in a milkshake, but it’s not nearly as sinful.

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SHOP BLENDERS

Football season is here! If you want something tailgate inspired but don’t want to go too heavy, make spicy chicken meatballs with a cool cucumber salad to balance them out.

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Before you break out those casserole recipes, char sweet potatoes on the grill while you can. They get crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and taste incredible with an herb butter.

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If you’re missing that summery grill season, get the same tastes of cheeseburgers in a salad form. Mini burgers cook up super fast in a skillet and you still get all the fixings on one plate.

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Avocado toast is a great anytime breakfast or brunch. As the season shifts, you can vary the toppings from mango-coconut to fresh pico de gallo to eggs and bacon.

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If you still see corn at the market, grab some and throw it on a sheet pan with chicken and peppers for an easy meal. The oven and Cajun seasoning do most of the work for you.

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