August farmers markets are bursting with tomatoes, peaches, zucchini, corn, watermelon, and berries at their peak. This guide highlights Ina Garten’s best recipes that showcase summer’s freshest flavors, from simple tomato sandwiches to show-stopping fruit desserts, so you can savor the season while it lasts.
Escape the summer heat with Ina Garten’s array of frozen delights. Whether you’re craving homemade Milk Chocolate Oreo ice cream, simple store-bought “Ice Cream” Sandwiches, or impressive desserts like Raspberry Baked Alaska, Ina has the perfect cool treat for every palate.
When the weather is too hot to cook, Ina Garten comes to the rescue. This collection of no-cook Barefoot Contessa recipes keeps your kitchen – from smoked salmon dishes to make-ahead salads and smart store-bought shortcuts, these dishes are summer lifesavers -no oven or stove required.
Ina Garten’s Watermelon & Arugula Salad upgrades the classic watermelon and feta combination with peppery arugula, fresh lemon juice, and shaved Parmesan. Sweet, salty, bright, and refreshing, this easy summer salad is perfect alongside grilled chicken, steak, seafood, or burgers, with a feta version available for traditionalists.
Whether you’re looking for a dish to take advantage of the bounty of local summer fruits and vegetables, something that’s easily transportable for a potluck cookout, or just pining to fire up the grill, I’ve got you covered!
Ina Garten’s Chicken Piccata transforms boneless chicken breasts into golden, breadcrumb-crusted cutlets finished with a quick lemon, white wine, and butter sauce. Unlike traditional piccata, the breaded coating adds irresistible crunch. Easy enough for weeknights, impressive enough for guests – and ready in 30 minutes
Ina has some mouth-watering steak options across her 13 books from her spicy/sweet rub for her New York strip steak and simple classics like Filet of Beef au Poivre to butters, sauces, and toppings that’ll turn up the volume on any steak!
Ina Garten’s Chive Risotto Cakes are a crispy, cheesy make-ahead appetizer made with Arborio rice, yogurt, eggs, chives, fontina, and panko. After chilling, the mixture is shaped into patties and pan-fried until golden, creating a crunchy exterior and gooey center that still earns its best-of status.