10 Father’s Day Recipes Dad Will Love + June Challenge Inside!


Hi Reader,

Father’s Day is almost here, and whether you’re planning a backyard BBQ, a cozy family dinner, or just want to spoil Dad with something homemade and delicious—I've got you covered!🥳


One reader said: "Love trying new dishes. Best one to date. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
- Gregg

One reader said: "Great idea for a shrimp marinade! love it, I’ve been making a lot of shrimp skewers lately with butter-garlic, this will be a nice change, thank you!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
-Sabrina

One reader said: "I love the every day food recipes!! These steak fajitas would make my family so happy and they look delicious!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Heather

One reader said: "Not a chicken person but I think my kiddos will love this recipe. Thanks for sharing Kate!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" -Enriqueta

One reader said: "Love guacamole of almost any kind and have tried so many different versions, but non with charred poblanos, love the taste of them in salsa verdes but haven’t tried them in a guacamole, thank you!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"- Sabrina

One reader said: "Yum, soaking tres leches cake in coconut sounds SO GOOD!!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Melanie

A crisp, melt-in-your-mouth crust topped with a zesty lime layer—perfectly refreshing and irresistibly simple.

A creamy cheesecake base with a luscious guava swirl and buttery crust. It’s the perfect balance of fruity and rich for an unforgettable dessert.

One reader said: "I love this! It is so refreshing and easy to make and lots of ways to customize it. I added some ginger soda for fizz and ginger flavor which was perfect.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Adrienne

A festive, fruity twist on classic sangria—packed with red wine, fresh citrus, berries, and a splash of sparkle. It’s the perfect sipable celebration for any summer gathering!


🎉 Don’t forget—this month’s Challenge Ingredient is

Make the featured challenge recipe, snap a photo, and email it to kate@holajalapeno.com.
Leave a comment and star rating on the recipe page using the same email, and you’re entered to win a $150 Amazon gift card!

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