The sides have it this summer at the peak of barbecue season
THE summer barbecue season is at its peak and so is the best and freshest of produce, much of which is just coming into full ripeness.
From Pynck.com’s outdoor barbecues and events to you, here are a few of our favourite, easy to whip up recipes, chosen from among Taste of Home’s summer sides for the best flavours and convenience, leaving plenty of time to enjoy the weather while it lasts. The mouth-watering ingredients to five carefully selected recipes are available by clicking the corresponding link.
Dolly Parton’s Coleslaw
Found in the legendary singer and musician’s ‘Tennessee Mountain Home Cooking’ collection, it’s the sugar and relish here that make this a standout side dish that smacks of the Deep South. Noticeably light on the mayonnaise with a little white vinegar and pickle juice for balance, this quick and easy recipe is spot on with family favourite, the USS Enterprise coleslaw recipe where hundreds of heads of white, crisp cabbage are involved while with Dolly’s, you don’t have to feed a full ship! Get the recipe at https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/dolly-parton-coleslaw/.
Din Tai Fung Chilled Cucumber Salad
A copycat recipe that cracks the code of more traditional cucumber salads, the famous California-based Taiwanese restaurant chain offering is cool, sweet and spicy with full-on deliciousness guaranteed in only a few ingredients. Get the recipe at https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/din-tai-fung-chilled-cucumber-salad/
Corn and Black Bean Salad (Cowboy Caviar)
A perfect summer side dish or a great appetizer served with crispy tortillas, the base of it comes from the humble black bean that has grown in popularity for its Spanish and Mexican influences. Fresh and nutritious, the colourful salad is light enough on even the hottest summer days. Get the recipe at https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/corn-and-black-bean-salad/
Lattice Corn Pie
Fresh corn is just beginning to come into the peak of ripeness this summer, and it is thanks to the Pennsylvania Dutch culture that we have this recipe. Is the corn and potato dish a main meal, or a dessert? It’s a little of both actually and with a shop-bought pastry crust it’s so easy to prepare. Get the recipe at Pennsylvania Dutch Corn Pie Recipe: How to Make It (tasteofhome.com)
Grilled Brussels Sprouts Skewers
Brussels sprouts? In high summer? Absolutely when they are freshly skewered and grilled on the barbecue! These Brussels sprouts grill up tender and light charring adds incredible flavour along with spices to taste including red pepper flakes. For those rainy summer days this recipe transfers easily to a hot pan or oven roasting; be careful to soak wooden skewers though before using. Get the recipe at https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/vegetable-kabobs/
Jazz up your next summer barbecue whether the heat is on or not. The sides will have it at your next summer event!
Tags: Food & Drink, Homeware, Outdoor Living
