Summer

Brush the bread slices on both sides with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Grill until toasted, about 1 minute per side, then cut or tear into bite-size pieces.
Preparation: Cook onion with oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until onion is softened and translucent.
Preparation: Preheat oven to 350°F.
Preparation: Whisk the oil, zest, fresh herbs, (lightly salt) and pepper in a large bowl to blend. Cut the swordfish steaks into 36 (1-inch) cubes and toss in the oil mixture to coat.
Preparation: Pre – heat oven to 425°F. Wrap red beets and golden beets separately in foil packets, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
Preparation: Core the tomatoes, cut in half widthwise and squeeze out the seeds if you wish. Dice the tomatoes and scoop into a bowl.
Preparation: Prepare barbecue (medium high heat). Grill bread until slightly charred, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove to bowl.
Mash together butter, lime, and salt with a fork until blended. Or you can make into a log by rolling it up into wax paper or plastic wrap. Freeze until ready to use again.
Brooke's Black Bean Nachos are a family favorite of ours and the perfect appetizer for any party!
Season the salmon with salt and pepper. Combine the spices in a bowl and mix well. Season the salmon with the spice mixture. Let it sit to absorb the flavors.