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The Lost Lake House Menu of Gourmet
Our latest installment of Gourmet recipes that were left behind is a menu that's perfect for right now—summery, seasonal, and casual enough to make in your flip flops.
Baked Tomatoes, Peppers, and Goat Cheese
This savory-sweet dish is decorated with soft cheese and a hint of garlic. Served over a crispy baguette, it’s the perfect summer lunch, midday snack, or party appetizer.
This Stick of Butter Just Made Your Picnic Perfect
It's time to be introduced to the high-class, low-effort glory that is Picnic Butter.
Abra Berens' "Creamed Cheese" Technique Turns Regular Mozzarella Into Burrata
Well, it's basically burrata.
Massaged Kale With Tomatoes, Creamed Mozzarella, and Wild Rice
Double-down on the dairy by tossing torn pieces of mozzarella in a bowl with sour cream, lemon juice, and salt to make an extra-rich, luscious topper for this greens-and-grains salad.
The Best Way To Deal With Leftover Fish
Don't reheat it! Turn it into a spreadable appetizer instead.
Halloumi and Sweet Potato Burgers
Served on a bun or pita, this sweet potato and grilled cheese burger will lighten up your summer barbecue.
Grilled Summer Squash and Red Onion with Feta
For maximum flavor without compromising char or texture, marinate summer squash after grilling for up to one hour. Bonus: you’ll have plenty of time to get that steak just right.
Corn Cacio e Pepe
Turn the iconic cacio e pepe pasta into something a little more kid-friendly by tossing in fresh corn to add a pop of sweetness to every cheesy, peppery bite.
Tomato-Watermelon Salad With Turmeric Oil
Sweet, juicy tomatoes and watermelon are soul mates—and they both need salt, spice, and fat to reach their full potential. Here, a turmeric- and cumin-infused coconut oil provides all of that and more.
Cantaloupe With Sugar Snap Peas and Ricotta Salata
Seek out a slightly underripe cantaloupe for this salty-sweet, crunchy, and juicy summer side; firmer flesh makes it easier to slice into ribbons.
Saucy Beans and Artichoke Hearts with Feta
Use the biggest beans you can buy for this Greek-inspired dish—baby limas are easy to find, but gigante beans are amazing too.
Got a Glut of Greens? Reach for the Cream
A simple, flexible gratin recipe is a perfect—maybe even "light"—summer dinner.
My Father, the Egg King
Fiery, chile-packed omelets were enough to get me out of bed when I was a teenager. Today I get up for the memories of the man who made them.
Spicy Egg Sandwich with Sausage and Pickled Peppers
A sausage patty topped with feta, cilantro, sweet pickled peppers, and a sunny-side-up egg make for a hearty sandwich that’s perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner.
Zucchini Noodles with Anchovy Butter
Mid-summer is prime time for zucchini. That means "zoodle" season—if there ever is one—is now. This version tastes surprisingly indulgent, tossed with plenty of cheese, red pepper flakes, and olive oil.
Grilled Steak With Peas and Eggplant Over Whipped Ricotta
No pots or pans needed for this easy summertime recipe. Just fire up the grill!
Halloumi Puff Pastry Twists
These delicious crisp, cheesy snacks are perfect for entertaining and parties. Serve them with a glass of wine and a bowl of olives or as savory dippers for tzatziki.
Loaded Halloumi Flatbreads
Pile seared Halloumi cheese and a yogurt-dressed cabbage-and-chickpea salad over a swath of hummus for these satisfying vegetarian sandwiches.
Squash Blossom Cheeseadilla
Melt Parmesan into tortilla-like discs to sandwich spicy squash blossoms for this summery hors d'oeuvre.