Summer Recipes: Fresh Tomato Bruschetta and Watermelon Mint Cooler

Fresh Tomato Bruschetta

A perfect shareable bite for summer happy hours.

• Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes (diced), 1 garlic clove (minced), fresh basil, olive oil, salt, a sliced baguette

• Steps:

1. Mix the tomatoes, garlic, chopped basil, a drizzle of oil and salt. Let it sit 10 minutes.

2. Toast the baguette slices.

3. Spoon the tomato mix on top and serve right away.

Watermelon Mint Cooler

• Ingredients: 4 cups cubed watermelon, juice of 1 lime, a few mint leaves, ice, sparkling water (optional)

• Steps:

1. Blend the watermelon and lime until smooth.

2. Strain if you like it smooth.

3. Pour over ice with mint and top with sparkling water.

Happy Hour Bites Across the U.S.

Some of my favorite shareable ideas are inspired by cities like Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and Miami. Pair any of the bites above with a seasonal drink, and you have an easy evening at home.

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