There are a handful of summertime meals that bring me back to my childhood including cheeseburgers straight from the grill, fresh corn on the cob and BLT sandwiches with ripe tomatoes and crispy bacon. These are still some of my favorite summer meals even today but of course, I’m always looking for ways to turn the ordinary into extraordinary! My latest creation: Avocado Ranch BLTs!

Just when I think I’ve eaten feta cheese every way imaginable (and believe me, this is anything but a complaint), I find another way to enjoy one of my favorite cheeses – whipped! What a genius idea to blend up feta cheese into a spreadable, dippable delight equally suited for vegetable crudities or crusty bread plus potentially dozens other uses.  My recipe for Southwest Whipped Feta whips up in minutes and is sure to please, however you please!

Knowing how to stir fry is a life skill that never fails during the dinner-making rush. It’s fast, it’s easy, it’s forgiving and it’s a low-fat cooking method that relies on lean protein and loads of fresh produce. Next time you want to get a healthy meal on the table in a hurry, try this 15-minute recipe for Sesame Six Veggie & Shrimp Stir Fry.