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There’s something deeply nostalgic and joy-filled about gathering around the grill in the summertime. The Fourth of July has always been a big outdoor cooking day for my family—we fire up the grill, lay out blankets, laugh a lot, and eat even more. This year, while the hamburgers and spiral hot dogs (recipe coming your way in another post!) were sizzling away, we tried something new: grilled corn with lime butter and ancho chili rub . And let me tell you—it was a hit with the whole family. Corn is in season right now, and if you've ever had it straight off the grill, you know it's practically a dessert on its own: sweet, juicy, smoky. Add a zesty lime butter, crumbly queso fresco, and a bold ancho chile rub? You've just turned it into a star dish. The best part? It’s actually really simple to make. No fancy techniques. Just fresh ingredients, a bit of prep, and a grill. Whether you’re brand-new in the kitchen or you’re a seasoned summer host, this recipe is approachable and guaranteed to impress. Ingredients 4 ears fresh corn, unshucked 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1 lime zested 1/4 bunch cilantro (use to your liking) Sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 pound queso fresco, crumbled Ancho Chili Rub (store bought or mix yourself) Ancho Chili Rub Ingredients: 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp ancho chili pepper 1 tsp dried oregano 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon Directions: Soak the corn in a large container of water for 1 hour. This keeps the husks from burning and helps the corn steam inside. Prepare the grill. Place the soaked corn directly on the hot grates and grill for 35 minutes, turning frequently. The corn is ready when it feels soft to the touch through the husks. While the corn is grilling, make the lime butter and Ancho Chili Rub: In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup softened butter, 1 lime zest, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix well and spread onto a plate. In a separate bowl combine the 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp ancho chili pepper, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon. Stir to combine. Spread the queso fresco on a separate plate. Once the corn is done, carefully peel back the husks (they’ll be hot!) and remove the silks. Roll each ear in the lime butter, then sprinkle on the queso fresco and Ancho Chile Rub Serve immediately on a large platter—and try not to eat them all before they hit the table! Whether you're grilling for the Fourth, a Sunday cookout, or a quiet dinner with friends, this recipe brings a little extra joy to the season. It’s festive, flavorful, and encourages us to step outside, gather around the table, and share something special with the people we love. Bring the festivity of the season into your cooking, and use moments like these to create community and memories. Watch the full cooking video here and subscribe for more ways to romanticize the seasons with your table, your time, and your faith-filled heart.

A Fancy-Feeling French Dessert for the Feast of Sts. Louis & Zélie: Gluten-Free Blueberry Clafoutis When you're looking to celebrate the feast day of Saints Louis and Zélie Martin, there's no better way to honor their French heritage than with a beautiful, simple French dessert. Enter clafoutis — a custard-meets-cake baked treat that looks and tastes elegant, but is surprisingly easy to make. This gluten-free version, adapted from the Savory Lotus blog, is light, wholesome, and bursting with fresh seasonal blueberries. Why This Dessert? July is the perfect time to make clafoutis. Blueberries are in season, affordable, and full of flavor — but feel free to swap them out for cherries (the traditional choice), blackberries, or sliced stone fruit if that’s what you have on hand. This version uses nourishing ingredients like almond and tapioca flour, full-fat coconut milk, and coconut sugar, making it suitable for many dietary needs without sacrificing taste or texture. And the best part? This is a one-blender recipe. Truly. Honoring Saints Louis & Zélie Saints Louis and Zélie Martin were a remarkable French couple who lived in the 19th century and were canonized together in 2015 — the first married couple to be canonized as a pair. They are perhaps best known as the parents of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, but their own lives were full of deep faith, sacrificial love, and holy example in the context of marriage and family life. Louis was a watchmaker; Zélie, a lace maker. Together, they raised nine children, five of whom became religious sisters. Their devotion to God and to each other is a shining example of how holiness can flourish in the everyday, even amid the challenges of parenthood and grief. Celebrating them with a sweet French treat like clafoutis feels both meaningful and accessible — and a lovely way to bring the liturgical year to life in your own home. Gluten-Free Blueberry Clafoutis Recipe Ingredients: Fat of choice to grease pan (butter, ghee, coconut oil, or avocado oil) 3 eggs 1 cup full-fat coconut milk 1/3 cup coconut sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp blanched almond flour 1/4 cup tapioca flour Pinch of salt Sprinkle of cinnamon Zest from one lemon 2 1/2 cups fresh blueberries Extra lemon zest for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F Grease a 10-inch ceramic quiche pan or glass pie dish Arrange blueberries evenly across the bottom of the pan In a mixer, combine eggs, coconut milk, coconut sugar, vanilla, almond flour, tapioca flour, cinnamon and salt. Blend until creamy and smooth Stir in lemon zest by hand Slowly pour the batter over the blueberries Bake for 25-28 minutes, until golden on top and center is set Let cool before serving Garnish with a sprinkle of lemon zest A Sweet Way to Celebrate the Saints This clafoutis may look fancy, but it comes together quickly and easily — and it’s a perfect reminder that celebrating the saints doesn’t have to be complicated. A simple, wholesome dessert with a French flair is a joyful and tangible way to enter into the liturgical year. Plus, this healthier twist means we can feel good about sharing it with our families. You can watch the full cooking video over on the His Girl Sunday Instagram account , and if you’d like more liturgical living recipes like this one, don’t forget to subscribe! Bon appétit — and happy feast day!

As we step into June, we enter more deeply into Ordinary Time—a season that invites us to grow steadily in faith through the everyday rhythms of life. Far from being "ordinary" in the mundane sense, this liturgical season encourages us to find Christ in the quiet, in the daily tasks, and in the beauty of creation that flourishes this time of year. June is also uniquely marked by devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a reminder of Christ’s boundless love and mercy. This month becomes a sacred opportunity to root our hearts more deeply in His. Liturgical living in June offers a beautiful blend of reflection and celebration. Throughout the month, we honor beloved feast days like Corpus Christi, the Nativity of St. John the Baptist, the Immaculate Heart of Mary, and, of course, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart. These special days offer natural moments to pause, fast, feast, and deepen our devotion. Whether it’s through prayerful novenas, setting up small altars, or marking days with special foods and traditions, we’re invited to live our faith not just at Mass, but at our dinner tables, in our homes, and in our hearts. This blog post will guide you through ways to embrace June with intentionality and joy. You’ll find ideas for fasting and feasting, traditional seasonal recipes, simple decor to reflect the sacred themes of the month, modest and meaningful outfit inspiration, and devotions that can anchor your daily life in prayer. Whether you're just beginning to explore liturgical living or have been on this journey for years, there is something here for every Catholic home seeking to live June fully, heart to heart with Christ. To learn more about the Ember Days get my Rhythms of Fasting and Abstinence Companion ! The outfit and home decor slides were created with a lot of intentionality! Since June holds the dedication to the Sacred Heart but also the progression into Ordinary Time we went with red and green colors while also maintaining the His Girl Sunday vintage glam look. With touches of summer sunglasses and hats you can express the beauty of the faith in subtle yet stunning ways. Red Gingham Dress Wicker and Ribbon Hat Black Sunglasses Miraculous Medal Floral Grace Earrings Woven Shoulder Bag Floral Slide Sandals White and Brown Leather Tote Bag Linen Block Heel Polka Dot Dress Gold Twist Hoop Earring Blush Slim Oval Sunglasses Hair Scarf Green Floral Dress White Tulip Purse Floral Heels Green Hair Scarf Cabana Perfume Green Dishes Immaculate and Sacred Heart Medallions Floral Candle Sticks Rose Planters Cherry Candles Tablecloth Strawberry Glass Cups Gold Scalloped Bowls Wicker and Ribbon Basket Want to learn more about the liturgical year and how we can dwell deeply in the seasons? Subscribe for more ideas, theology, and tips or you can follow on IG or FB.

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Celebrate Catholic saints and feast days in the summer season of Ordinary Time by cooking and baking food that will bring the entire family together. TRUE & GOOD RECIPES FOR Grilled Corn with Lime Butter & Ancho Chile Rub There’s nothing quite like the sizzle of a summer grill, and this recipe brings all the festive flavor without the fuss. I made this grilled corn with lime butter and ancho chili rub for the Fourth of July—right alongside our classic burgers and spiral hot dogs—and it was easily the standout dish. Sweet, smoky, buttery, tangy, cheesy, and spicy... it checks every box. His Girl Sunday Gluten-Free Blueberry Clafoutis: Fancy-Feeling French Dessert for the Feast of Sts. Louis & Zélie A classic French dessert, clafoutis is a delightful blend of flan and cake, baked with fresh blueberries. Its custardy texture and simple preparation make it a summer favorite. Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of cream for a rustic, elegant treat. This is a healthy feast day dessert the entire family can enjoy for Sts. Zelie & Louis. His Girl Sunday Catholic Soul Cakes Recipe While we may no longer go souling, we can still honor the Catholic All Souls tradition by baking soul cakes with this delicious recipe. His Girl Sunday Spice Up Your Halloween with Jalapeño Mummy Poppers Create these festive and mouth watering morsels for your Halloween party spread! His Girl Sunday Angel Food Cake Churro Bites- Guardian Angels Try my 10 minute feast day treat for the sweet tooth in your house! His Girl Sunday Blackberry Turnovers for Michaelmas What I call a hand pie, my better half calls a fruit calzone. 😂 Either way, you have to bake this blackberry recipe for Michaelmas. His Girl Sunday Tarta de Santiago-Feast of St. James- July 25 This delicious and traditional cake is not only effortless to make, it illuminates all the elements of a devotion to St. James. His Girl Sunday Madeleines Four Ways Are you a sweet or a savory? However you like them, Casey and I have four ways to make Madeleines for the feast of St. Mary Magdalene. His Girl Sunday Blood Orange Margaritas Need a refreshing and Catholic inspired drink for this hot summer month? Look no further! His Girl Sunday Shrimp Sheet Pan Quesadillas- Sts. Peter & Paul, Fridays, or Lent This made for a perfect "fishers of men" dinner for Sts. Peter & Paul, but could also be used for Fridays & Lent. His Girl Sunday 1 2 3 4 5