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Cool Cobb Salad for a Heat Wave

We are having a heat wave in Chicago! When it’s this hot, a refreshing chilled and colorful Cobb Salad really hits the spot.

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Sphere Magazine, August 1973

The August 1973 Sphere magazine issue is full of ideas for picnics, bicycle trips, elegant outdoor fare, and making waffles on a lazy summer weekend.

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It’s not Summer without Bratwurst

Bratwurst doesn’t have to be only in links on a bun. How about taking the bulk version and making pizza, meatloaf, or in this case, Smoky Joes!

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Hot Coffee, Anyone?

Do you love a hot cup of coffee in the morning to wake up? How would you like to actually wake up IN Hot Coffee?

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Sphere Magazine, July 1973

In July of 1973, Sphere magazine was all about cooking on the beach, on a boat, and keeping cool with refreshing summer drinks and ice cream.

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Cauliflower steaks

Cauliflower Steaks with Skinny Pesto

Cauliflower steaks are very popular now. They are fun and easy to do for summer grilling. Add some “skinny pesto” and you have a healthy side dish!

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Blondies for a Summer Picnic

If you are planning a picnic this 4th of July, blondies pack and carry well. These have extra additions of butterscotch chips, toffee bits, and cashews!

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Multigrain Blueberry Scones

These multigrain blueberry scones use part whole wheat pastry flour, oatmeal, a little cornmeal, and grated lemon zest for a burst of fresh citrus flavor.

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