Smoky Mexican Layered Dip

This smoky Mexican layered dip is the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears faster than you can set it down on the table. Creamy refried beans, cool guacamole, tangy sour cream, zesty salsa, and a blanket of cheddar come together in colorful layers that beg for a scoop of tortilla chips.

Cherry Steak Salad

Make this fresh main dish salad, featuring fresh cherries, with a meat or protein component for an easy, complete summer meal.

Mini Blueberry Galettes

Blueberries are the taste of summer. Make this recipe and everyone can have their own individual galette instead of cutting into a single pie.

Cornbread

This is a good, basic cornbread made with more cornmeal than flour and just a small hint of sugar. Because it is cornmeal-heavy, it’s fairly dense but the corn flavor really comes out. It’s outstanding hot out of the oven with a little butter and honey.

Ham and Cheese Mini Calzones

Just like a ham and cheese roll-up, only more elevated, and just as easy to make! These back-to-school calzones delight both children and parents alike, perfect for accompanying lunches, or at home easy meal solutions. 

Asparagus Tomato Bacon Salad

Nothing says Northern Michigan summer quite like local asparagus season. This simple asparagus bacon tomato salad brings together crisp-tender local asparagus, smoky bacon, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a tangy Dijon vinaigrette for a dish that’s perfect for warm weather gatherings, grilling season, or easy lunches on the patio.

Brownie Coffins

Scare up these fun, spooky brownies for a crowd at your Halloween gathering.