Summer's Greatest Hits: 13 Produce-Packed Recipes

Dive into the season’s freshest flavors with our collection of 20 farm-to-table triumphs. These recipes showcase the best of summer’s bounty, turning local market treasures into culinary masterpieces. From the sweetness of sun-kissed berries to the crunch of garden-fresh vegetables, each dish is a celebration of peak-season produce. Let your taste buds dance with the vibrant symphony of flavors that only summer can offer.

3-Ingredient Strawberry Jam

A spoonful of strawberry jam being lifted from a glass jar, with a red and white cloth and red flowers in the background. — Strawberry Refrigerator Jam. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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This Strawberry Refrigerator Jam is quick, easy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. It takes less than 30 minutes to make and will upgrade your morning toast. Perfect for when you want homemade jam without the fuss.
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BBQ Green Beans

Green beans in a casserole dish with a fork. — Barbequed Green Beans With Ham. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These aren’t your average green beans. Fresh beans and savory ham are coated in a smoky, tangy sauce that’ll have everyone coming back for more. It’s a great way to use farmers’ market finds.
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Rainbow Salad

A vibrant salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, carrots, corn, olives, and mozzarella balls, drizzled with dressing. Surrounding the salad are additional arugula, bell peppers, and a striped napkin. — Rainbow Salad. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Our Rainbow Salad is a vibrant mix of fresh garden veggies, making it a feast for both your eyes and your taste buds. It’s as fun to look at as it is to eat.
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Cherry Pandowdy

This vintage Cherry Pandowdy, simpler than pie, features sweet garden cherries topped with a single pie crust. An easy dessert that highlights your garden harvest.
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Grilled Corn On The Cob

Take your corn game up a notch with this grilled version. The char brings out the corn’s natural sweetness, creating a perfect smoky-sweet combo. After trying this, you might never go back to boiled corn.
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Peach Raspberry Bars

A plate of fruit bars on a white plate. — Peach Raspberry Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in a perennial favorite with these buttery Peach Raspberry Crumble Bars—a fruity delight for tonight’s dessert. Enjoy the perfect blend of peaches and raspberries in every bite. Ideal for a quick and tasty treat!Get the Recipe: Peach Raspberry Bars

No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake

Two glasses of strawberry shortcake dessert, garnished with mint, accompanied by fresh strawberries. — No-Bake Strawberry Shortcakes. Photo credit: One Hot Oven

Market fresh strawberries are perfect for these dessert cups. It’s cool, creamy, and loaded with juicy strawberries. You get all the flavors of strawberry shortcake without breaking a sweat.
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Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon

Pasta salad with peas and ham in a glass bowl. — Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This creamy Ranch Pasta Salad with Bacon is easy to prep in 30 minutes. It’s a great side dish for all your summer favorites. Use garden-fresh tomatoes, peas and peppers.
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Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles

Sliced cucumbers and onions marinating in a seasoned vinegar sauce. — Bread And Butter Pickles. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Fresh cucumbers from your garden transform into sweet and tangy Bread and Butter Pickles. Known for their nostalgic taste and satisfying crunch.
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Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Buttercream

A slice of strawberry cake on a plate with strawberries. — Strawberry Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This homemade strawberry cake uses fresh garden strawberries in both the batter and frosting for fresh flavor. Moist and perfect for cookouts on sunny days.
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Peach Blackberry Ice Cream

A bowl of peach and blackberry ice cream. — Peach Ice Cream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Peach Blackberry Ice Cream is a no-churn recipe that’s quick to make for a summer dessert. Fresh peaches and blackberries make this creamy treat a fruity favorite. Pick the best produce at your farmer’s market for a fresh and fruity ice cream.
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Dill Pickles

A plate of fresh-cut pickles with whole pickles and dill sprigs in the background. — Refrigerator Dill Pickles. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Dill Pickles are simple to make with fresh cucumbers. An overnight chill gives these homemade pickles their tangy, crisp flavor. Pick nice fresh produce for crunchy and flavorful pickles.
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Raspberry Sauce

A bowl filled with red berry sauce. A golden spoon is partially submerged in the sauce, resting on the edge of the bowl. — Raspberry Sauce. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Raspberry Sauce is a versatile topping made with fresh raspberries. Keep it in the fridge to add berry flavor to various desserts. For this luscious sauce, grab a pint of pretty red raspberries at your market.
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