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    Cooking Gorgeous » MSN Posts

    Easy Summer Meals Perfect for Entertaining

    Published: Jul 13, 2024 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Check out my collection of Easy Summer Meals Perfect for Entertaining if you're looking for inspiration for your next dinner party. From quick salads to healthy grills, these recipes are ideal for anyone wanting to cook delicious meals to impress their guests. You'll find plenty of options to make your gathering memorable and stress-free.

    Lamb Kofte

    Ayla Clulee

    Grilled Lamb Kofta (Izgara Kofte in Turkish) is the perfect dish for entertaining made with minced lamb, onions, garlic, and aromatic spices such as coriander and paprika. 

    It is extremely easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients and some basic cooking skills.

    To learn more: Turkish Grilled Lamb Kofta - Izgara Kofte

    Pastitsio - Greek Lasagna

    a portion of greek pastitsio
    Ayla Clulee

    Greek Pastitsio Recipe, (or Greek Lasagna - Greek Macaroni), is a favorite comfort food of mine, especially when I need to feed a crowd. 

    It's a baked pasta dish with layers of pasta, topped with rich meat ragu and velvety béchamel sauce. This traditional Greek dish freezes beautifully and is ideal for making ahead.

    To learn more: Greek Pastitsio Recipe (Greek Lasagna)

    Turkish Doner Kebab Recipe

    slicing Turkish doner kebab
    Ayla Clulee

    If you want to try some popular and delicious Turkish street food at home, this Doner Kebab Recipe is an excellent choice. 

    Doner kebab, also known as döner or döner kebap, is a type of meat that is traditionally cooked on a vertical rotisserie. As it cooks, the outer layers are thinly sliced and served with sliced tomatoes, and onions in bread, or over Turkish Rice Pilaf.

    To learn more: Turkish Doner Kebab Recipe

    Stuffed Courgettes

    2 pieces of stuffed zucchini boats
    Ayla Clulee

    These stuffed courgette boats are the perfect way to make use of your fresh garden courgettes. 

    They are loaded with spiced ground beef, onions, fresh herbs, and rice, topped with cheese to add extra flavor, and then baked to tender perfection.

    To learn more: Zucchini Boats with Ground Beef

    Stuffed Artichokes

    4 stuffed artichokes served in a dish
    Ayla Clulee

    Zeytinyagli Enginar Dolmasi - Stuffed Artichokes is a tasty and nutritious dish that's packed with Mediterranean flavors. 

    This traditional Turkish recipe features artichokes stuffed with vegetables and aromatics, and cooked in olive oil and lemon juice.

    To learn more: Zeytinyagli Enginar Dolmasi - Stuffed Artichokes

    Turkish Slow Roasted Lamb

    Ayla Clulee

    Kuzu Tandır Kebab is a delicious slow-cooked Turkish Roasted Lamb dish traditionally cooked in a clay "tandır oven" for long hours, until fork tender. 

    With this simple recipe, you can easily make this special lamb dish at home with only a few ingredients and 10 minutes of preparation.

    To learn more: Kuzu Tandır Kebab - Turkish Roasted Lamb 

    Lamb Beyti Kebab

    beyti kebab served with yogurt
    Ayla Clulee

    Sarma Lamb Beyti is a traditional Turkish Kebab made with ground lamb seasoned with spices, herbs, and onions, and then wrapped in a yufka or filo pastry. 

    Same as Lamb Shish Kebab, Cokertme Kebabi, and Shish Tawook (Turkish Chicken Kebab), it is one of the easiest and most delicious kebabs you can make at home. 

    To learn more: Turkish Sarma Lamb Beyti Kebab

    Imam Bayildi - Vegan Stuffed Aubergines

    imam Bayildi (Turkish stuffed Aubergine)
    Ayla Clulee

    Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Aubergine) is a classic Ottoman dish made with aubergines cooked in a generous amount of olive oil and then stuffed with a mixture of onions, tomatoes, and garlic.

    Same as Yaprak Sarma-Dolma (Stuffed Grape Leaves), Zeytinyagli Pirasa Yemegi (Turkish Braised Leeks), Zeytinyagli Kereviz Yemegi - Braised Celeriac, and Barbunya (Turkish Style Borlotti Beans), it is a part of the "Zeytinyagli" (Braised in Olive Oil) category in Turkish Cuisine.

    To learn more: Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Eggplant)

    Meat and Spinach Pie

    featured picture for Phyllo meat and Spinach pie
    Ayla Clulee

    This scrumptious Phyllo Meat and Spinach Pie (Egyptian Goulash) recipe is made of layers of thin filo pastries stuffed with a spicy beef & spinach filling. 

    It is extremely easy to make, tastes absolutely delicious, and is perfect for family gatherings.

    To learn more: Phyllo Meat and Spinach Pie (Egyptian Goulash)

    Smyrna Meatballs

    Izmir Kofte is served with bulgur pilaf
    Ayla Clulee

    Izmir Kofte (a.k.a Soutzoukakia or Smyrna Meatballs) is a traditional dish made with lightly fried meatballs and vegetables baked in tomato sauce. 

    This delicious kofte dish is from the Izmir region of Turkey and is widely popular around the country. It is typically served with Turkish Rice Pilaf (Sehriyeli Pilav) or Bulgur Pilavi (Turkish Bulgur Pilaf) and a bowl of Greek Cucumber Salad.

    To learn more: Izmir Kofte (Smyrna Meatballs)

    Air Fryer Chicken Skewers

    Ayla Clulee

    Air Fryer Chicken Skewers, also known as Shish Kebabs, are a fantastic way to bring the joy of grilling into your kitchen with minimal fuss. They’re quick to prepare, cook evenly, and deliver that delicious, slightly charred taste we all love. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, these skewers will become a favorite in no time.

    To learn more: Air Fryer Chicken Skewers - Shish Kebabs

    Whole Chicken in Air Fryer

    Ayla Clulee

    This whole chicken cooked in Air Fryer is packed with flavor and has extra crispy skin with juicy, tender meat.

    It’s incredibly easy to make with just a few basic ingredients and is ready in an hour. Ideal for a weeknight family dinner, small gatherings, or a leisurely Sunday lunch.

    To learn more: Whole Chicken in Air Fryer with Crispy Skin

    Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

    Ayla Clulee

    These incredibly delicious air fryer crispy chicken wings are the ultimate party food, whether it’s for game day or a backyard BBQ. 

    They’re budget-friendly, easy to make, and ready in just 30 minutes!

    To learn more: Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

    Air Fryer Meatloaf

    3 slices of meatloaves served with tater tots and salad
    Ayla Clulee

    This quick and easy Air Fryer Meatloaf recipe is perfect for hectic weeknight dinners when you need something delicious on the table in just 35 minutes!

    Made with basic everyday ingredients, it provides maximum flavor without any fuss, making it the perfect comfort food that the whole family will love.

    To learn more: Air Fryer Meatloaf

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    Welcome to Cooking Gorgeous, where delicious easy-to-follow recipes and culinary inspiration await you! My name is Ayla Clulee, a passionate and professional Cordon Bleu-trained chef, recipe developer, and food content creator with decades of experience. I am based in the UK, and I'm thrilled to have you here.

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