Summer Week #8

When the thermostat’s flirting with triple digits and just walking to the mailbox feels like cardio, the last thing anyone wants is a heavy meal—or to turn on the oven for three hours. This week’s menu is all about beating the heat without sacrificing flavor. We’re diving into chilled pasta salads, make-ahead magic, and no-fuss dinners that won’t leave you sweating over the stove. Toss in a dreamy caramel cream pie and some cinnamon roll cookies masquerading as an afternoon snack, and suddenly August doesn’t feel quite so unbearable. Almost.

Week of August 4-10, 2025