(Family Features) When it’s time for some fun in the sun, you probably don’t want to waste too much time in the kitchen. This creamy Potato Salad is ideal for making quickly at home before heading off to your next barbecue. Find more easy summer recipes at Culinary.net.

Potato Salad

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”

Servings: 4-6

• 3          pounds potatoes
• 4          boiled eggs, coarsely chopped
• 2          dill pickles
• 1          tablespoon garlic powder
• 1          tablespoon onion powder
• 1          package (2 1/2 ounces) real bacon pieces
• 2          cups mayonnaise
• 2          tablespoons mustard
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• smoked paprika, for garnish

1. Coarsely chop potatoes. In Dutch oven, boil until fork tender. Drain then add coarsely chopped eggs and pickles.
2. Add garlic powder, onion powder, bacon pieces, mayonnaise and mustard. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Mix well.
3. Transfer to large bowl and refrigerate 1-2 hours. Garnish with smoked paprika.

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(Family Features) For a soup that smells as divine as it tastes, warm up your home with the fresh scents and flavors of Creamy Asparagus Soup. Pair with chicken salad croissants for a simple weeknight meal without the hassle then visit Culinary.net to discover more spring soup solutions.

Creamy Asparagus Soup

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Servings: 4-6

• 2 asparagus bundles
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 3 cups broth of choice, divided
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 teaspoons celery salt
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• chicken salad croissants, for serving

1. Chop asparagus into bite-size pieces. In large pot, place asparagus, butter, onion powder, garlic powder and 1 cup broth. Cook over medium heat until asparagus gets tender.
2. Transfer to blender with 1 cup broth and blend until smooth. Transfer back to pot and, over medium heat, mix in cream cheese, remaining broth and Parmesan cheese. Add celery salt and Italian seasoning. Cook while stirring, blending seasonings in well, then add heavy cream.
3. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with chicken salad croissants.

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(Family Features) Chasing away those final cool days in the spring can be done in a cinch: just turn classic chicken noodle soup into a fresh, lemony meal. This Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup calls to mind those classic brothy soups from when you were a kid but with a flavorful spring twist. Serve with fresh cucumber sandwiches for a veggie-forward meal and find more soup inspiration at Culinary.net.

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Servings: 4-6

• 2 carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups cooked, chopped chicken
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
• 6 cups broth
• 1 cup orzo
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon thyme
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• cucumber sandwiches, for serving

1. Chop carrots and celery. In pot, saute with butter.
2. In bowl, mix chicken with lemon juice and lemon pepper then set aside.
3. After carrots and celery are tender, add broth and orzo to pot. Then add garlic powder, onion powder, thyme and sugar. Simmer 10 minutes then add chicken and cream; simmer about 5 minutes.
4. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with cucumber sandwiches.

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Culinary.net