The Best Summer Recipes

Summer, for all intents and purposes, has already made it's presence known here in Acadiana. It's hot. Hey, I'm not complaining - summer time is one of he reasons that I love living in Louisiana.

I love trying new recipes out when seasons change, and our friends at Garden & Gun have some delish and fabulous recipes for the hot days ahead. Some of my favorites are below, but be sure to check out ALL of the 'Beat the Heat' southern recipes they have to offer!

• Tomato Grilled Cheese with Beer and Bacon Marmalade
• Homemade Peach Ice Cream
• Sean Brock's Pimento Cheese
• Blueberry Cobbler
• Cast Iron Charred Corn
• Potato and Egg Salad
• Fried Mac and Cheese Pie
• Sauteed Shrimp and Okra
• Fried Green Tomatoes
• Bourbon Root Beer Float