One steamy July evening, after a backyard BBQ, I needed something cold—but not heavy like ice cream. I remembered a trick my grandmother used: freeze citrus juice with a bit of sweetener and mint. That night, I made this lime granita with fresh mint and honey... and it became my go-to cool down ever...

Sarah’s Story:

I made this no-bake raspberry cheesecake one summer when I was craving something creamy but couldn’t bear the idea of turning on the oven. I had fresh raspberries from the market, cream cheese in the fridge, and a little time before dinner guests arrived. It came together in minutes ...