Shine On, Summer!
Flip flops, farmers market-fresh ingredients and the aroma of flame-kissed dishes on the backyard grill. Yep, everyone’s favorite season is back! Lucky for you, it’s all here in the summer issue of Grate. Pair. Share. magazine.
Your grill never had it so good. From cheese-packed poppers to sizzling kabobs, reignite your love of outdoor cooking with this roundup of fire-happy recipes.
Feta-Brined Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Feta makes it better. This entrée tastes like summer on a plate.
Grilled Bacon Jalapeno Poppers
Nosh on sweet-and-smoky bacon poppers with butterkäse cheese.
Tomato Basil Turkey Burgers
Monterey jack tomato basil cheese transforms turkey patties from ho-hum to “Oh, yum!”
Grilled Stuffed Tomatoes
Nothing tastes like garden-fresh tomatoes, especially when stuffed with mascarpone and mozzarella.
Say “Cheers!” with Cheese
Make room for these couples at your next patio happy hour. They’ll liven up a date night under the stars or a summertime toast with a friend.

Parmesan Cheese + Paloma: Sweet, nutty parmesan pairs with the citrusy, tequila-spiked goodness

GranQueso® Cheese + Mojito: Brown butter and candied pineapple notes of the cheese mingles well with mint

Feta Cheese + Margarita: Skip the salty rim and let the feta be the star

Merlot BellaVitano® Cheese + Sangria: Pick this fruity pairing with lots of juicy plum and berry notes

Blue Cheese + Tom Collins: Bold and rich blue cheese balances the refreshing pine flavors of this throwback

Brick Cheese + Aperol Spritz: Creamy brick cheese complements the bittersweet vibes of this summer sipper
Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad
Who needs wings when this spicy spin with tangy blue cheese is on the table?
Italian Pasta Salad
Nutty fontina and mild provolone are the delicious duo in this updated classic.
From your backyard to a blanket in the park, these bite-sized goodies are a summer breeze to make and take. Let’s go!
Fresh Berry Bruschetta
Toss berries with balsamic and creamy gorgonzola and there’s no going back to plain ol’ bruschetta.
Havarti-Honeydew Stacks
Basil, melon and creamy havarti create a bite of incredible flavor to savor.
Summer Stone Fruit Crisp
Layer the juiciest peaches, plums and nectarines with shredded gouda and you know it’s gotta be good.
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