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Close-up of cucumber pinwheels filled with smoked salmon, cream cheese, and fresh dill.

21 summer appetizers so picture-perfect, everyone thinks I hired a private chef

Great summer gatherings start with appetizers that are easy to make and impossible to resist. These recipes are packed with fresh flavor, look impressive, and come together without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether I’m hosting a backyard barbecue, a picnic, or a casual get-together, I know I can count on these bites to keep

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17 of my winning summer sides that always give me “hostess with the mostest” status

Summer gatherings always feel a little more memorable when the side dishes are just as exciting as the main course, and that’s exactly why I keep coming back to this collection. I’ve made every one of these recipes for barbecues, picnics, potlucks, and backyard dinners because they’re easy to pull together, full of fresh flavor,

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