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Tuesday Open Thread ~ Summer Salads


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“August is like the Sunday of summer. ~ Anonymous
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Good Morning!

Welcome to Tuesday's Open Thread. As we near the end of summer, here's hoping you all had a chance to dip your toes in the ocean, or sit by a cool lake under the shade of a tall cypress, or enjoy a memorable picnic with friends and family. This was definitely the season for it. Not only did I take advantage of living so close to Southern California's beautiful coast line this summer, I indulged myself in some of the freshest, sweetest, juiciest watermelons, peaches, and plums I can remember eating since I was a kid. So, today, I’d like to share two recipes highlighting a bountiful season of fresh fruit and produce!