Around here, some of the best recipes are the simplest ones. This old-fashioned Saltine Tomato Salad is a new summertime favorite made with ripe tomatoes, crunchy crackers, and a few ingredients most folks already have in the kitchen.

There’s just something special about walking out to the garden and picking a basket full of fresh basil. This simple pesto is one of our favorite ways to bring those summer flavors right to the table. Toss it with pasta, spread it on sandwiches, or stir a spoonful into soup for a little extra goodness.