Last-Minute Labor Day Recipes


Hi Reader!

Labor Day is here, which always feels like the unofficial end to summer.

We start school before Labor Day, making it feel like the soft-launch of fall, and then Labor Day seals the deal.

So let's enjoy some great summer recipes for as long as we possibly can! Below are some of my recent favorites, but browse all of my summer recipes here.

Berry Galette

The easiest pie there ever was! Aka my kind of pie. Grab whatever berries look best, and serve with ice cream.

Grilled Peach Salad

Like caprese, but elevated with grilled peaches.

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

This easy pasta salad is always crazy popular.

California Burger

This easy burger is all about the toppings!

Zucchini Pizza Bites

If you have more zucchini than you know what to do with, this is a great use of it!

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