Recipe of the Day: What to Cook in August

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Grilled Chicken Taco Pizzas

Craving Italian and Mexican tonight? This grilled pizza combines the best of both worlds.

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Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

Use broccoli rabe and pistachios to make a summer pesto pasta.

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Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil Salad

Bright, colorful and completely in-season, this light but satisfying Italian dish is a go-to simple starter.

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Cheesecake Pancakes

Stir store-bought cheesecake into your pancake mix for a decadent morning meal.

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Watermelon Ice Pops

Spike these frozen treats with vodka or substitute orange juice for a family-friendly summertime dessert.

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Mini Pork Cheeseburgers

These baby bites pack a powerful punch once topped with creamy chipotle gouda.

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Cherry Jam Tart

Melissa's take on the classic French tart cuts down on the cost of pricey cherries by using good-quality cherry jam. It's low-cost and less time-intensive.

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Chicken Salad With Fresh Herbs

Emeril uses celery leaves to kick up his chicken salad. Choose your favorite fresh herbs and mix together a batch for dinner tonight and lunch tomorrow.

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Spicy Tomato Salsa

Packed with tomatoes, garlic and cilantro, this is the only salsa recipe you'll ever need. Giada's secret? A splash of orange juice.

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Super-Zesty Potato Salad

This zesty summer side is coated in creamy homemade mayo and topped with bacon and garlic.

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French Toast covered with syrup alongside a serving of raspberries and blackberries on a pale blue plate

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Alton's French Toast

Alton's perfect French toast is a welcome weekend treat.

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Grilled Banana and Nutella Panini

Turn your sandwich into a dessert by nestling creamy chocolate-hazelnut spread and smooth bananas between whole-wheat bread slices. Lightly grill for warm and gooey perfection.

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Garlicky Grilled Chicken, Portobello, and Radicchio Salad

Make a complete meal in just 35 minutes: garlicky, juicy chicken, meaty portobello mushrooms and crisp radicchio.

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Fried-Catfish Rolls

Toss fried catfish with spiced mayonnaise and serve on thick potato rolls. Garnish with tomato, pickles and celery.

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Pasta Primavera

Turn the best of summer produce into a light and easy pasta dinner. Combine sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper and fresh mint to make a delicious pasta primavera.

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Grilled Banana Splits

You won't even need a bowl for this on-the-grill version of the classic banana split. It's brushed with butter and sugar, smothered in melted chocolate and topped with ice cream, whipped cream and, of course, a cherry.

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Miami Burger

This mouthwatering burger is inspired by an authentic Cuban sandwich. Pressing your burger means a crispy bun to complement the tender burger filling.

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A piece of barbecued pork alongside an ear of corn on a simple white plate

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Glazed Double-Cut Pork Chops

Coated in a sweet maple and bourbon marinade, these sticky chops cook directly on the grill.

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Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Pie

Wrap up the week on a sweet note: with family and friends and Emeril’s irresistibly silky peanut butter pie slathered in chocolate.

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Peach and Strawberry Crumble

Giada’s warm-topping crumble uses the sweetest fresh, in-season produce.

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Grilled Lasagna

Yes, you can cook lasagna in the height of the summer. Just fire up the grill, take your no-boil noodles outside and you'll be dining in only 40 minutes.

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French Toast Panini With Grilled Bananas

Take breakfast outside with this creamy orange-scented French toast from the Neelys. Real maple syrup and caramelized bananas will make your morning a little sweeter.

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Grilled Mac and Cheese With Pulled Pork

Just one bite of this cheesy pork sandwich and you'll be cooking up your own crazy combos in no time.

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Everything Salmon Burgers With Scallion Sour Cream-Cream Cheese Sauce

Skip basic burgers, and serve these salmon patties topped with a tangy cream cheese and sour cream sauce.

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Bobby Flay's Margherita Pizza

Put in-season tomatoes and basil to work with this garden-fresh pizza made directly on the grill. You'll skip delivery once you bite into the soft mozzarella and crispy golden crust.

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