Photo: Clara Moore
The sweetness of the watermelon, the bite of the onion, the zing of the vinegar, and the mellowness of the white cheddar cheese all blend perfectly for a light summer meal.
Sometimes when I get home from the Saturday Farmers Market I just want to dive in and start cooking. This passion keeps me from using exact measurements or even reading a recipe all the way through! This way of cooking comes with pitfalls but also great spur-of-the-moment culinary victories.
Studying recipes isn’t practical when the winds of inspiration are blowing through your kitchen, so here are some simple guideline recipes. They are designed for the adventurous cook who wants to “just throw something together.” They are easy enough for even the novice to succeed – no measurements, no fancy techniques, just real fast food.
Fresh Veggie Sauté
Photo: Clara Moore
The jewels of summer in one dish! Be sure not to overcook so the corn still has crunch and the greens aren't bitter.
Fresh Veggie Sauté
Ingredients
- Corn
- Garlic
- Tomatoes
- Squash
- Greens
Cooking Directions
- Chop everything.
- Saute everything but the greens in oil.
- Once the corn is bright yellow and the tomatoes are soft, add greens.
- Season with salt and pepper.
Watermelon Salad
Photo: Clara Moore
The sweetness of the watermelon, the bite of the onion, the zing of the vinegar, and the mellowness of the white cheddar cheese all blend perfectly for a light summer meal.
Watermelon Salad
Ingredients
- Watermelon
- Red onion
- Apple cider vinegar
- White cheddar cheese
Cooking Directions
- De-seed and chop watermelon into big chunks.
- Thinly slice onion.
- Toss onion and melon with a splash of apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Top with finely grated white cheddar cheese.
Summer Succotash
Photo: Clara Moore
It is important that the tomatoes get soft and the okra stays crunchy. The textures and flavors are unbeatable.
Summer Succotash
Ingredients
- Corn
- Tomatoes
- Okra
Cooking Directions
- Chop everything.
- In oil, sauté corn first, then add tomatoes, and then add okra.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Good served hot or cold.
