Creative food craft ideas
In the summer time you don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Especially when it is hot and humid. Here is a great one pan meal that will work well on a hot summer day or even during a busy work week. This is also a great recipe for first time cooks.
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If you grow zucchinis, don’t forget to pick the flowers. In Italy, zucchini flowers are a delicacy and they usually fry them and fill them with some kind of cheese. Whitney from Sweet Cayenne shares how to create this delicacy she enjoyed on her trip to Italy.
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Okay bacon lovers,have you ever thought about making your own bacon? Nicole Gaffney from Coley Cooks shares how you can create your own bacon. It won’t be an easy task! You need some extra equipment, but a true bacon lover would try to make their own bacon at least once.
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I’m a big fan of sandwiches, but not when going out to restaurants and having them overloading with everything. This simple sandwich from Sarah at The Gourmet Gourmand is perfect. This sandwich would be perfect for a day at the beach, picnic in the park or even to take on a hike.
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I can’t say enough how much I love using my slow cooker! Especially in the summer! The slow cooker takes care of the cooking and doesn’t heat up the house. Which leaves me to enjoy some summer activities with the family and dinner ready when we come home. Erin at Platings and Pairings shares how to create these steak carnitas … Read More ...
I know everyone knows how to make a sandwich, but sometimes you can get stuck having the same sandwich over and over. School is out, but many kids go to day camps and of course you need food for picnics. This easy turkey club wrap by Kylee Cooks is a great on the go meal for all occasions.
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Here is a great idea for an easy dinner, snacks for watching the Olympics or ball games, or an appetizer. Rebecca at Sugar and Soul shares how to create this easy recipe along with a video. This might also be a good first time meal for the teens to make or give to your college … Read More ...
In the summer it can be too hot to cook. Sometimes you don’t have a choice and need to cook the food before it spoils or you don’t have anything to eat. The one pan dinners are my favorites for busy work nights and hot summer days. (No air conditioner in this household) It’s bad enough the oven is going, … Read More ...
These cute mini salads would be great at a bridal shower, baby shower or your next barbecue. They are perfect for entertaining, because guests can grab a glass and a fork and then mingle. Of course, you could always make this in a big bowl. Let Courtney from Pizzazzarie show you how to create these mini salads and add some … Read More ...
I love corn on the cob! Especially, when it is finally in season! I always steam the corn on the cob, because that is how we have always had it. This year, I’ll give grilled corn on the cob a try. Molly from Apollo & Luna also makes a dairy-free compound butter with chives and jalapeno. Mmmm! You may not … Read More ...
I’m not talking Sonic the restaurant here, this recipe is based off of Sonic the Hedgehog. Every once in a blue moon, I want a chili dog and sometimes with lots of cheese. Victoria at Pixelated Provisions created this chili for the 25th birthday of Sonic the Hedgehog. Did you ever play the video game. I have to say, it … Read More ...
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The saying is that one is a lonely number, but when it comes to the kitchen one pan, pot, tray, or dish is the happiest word. Who doesn’t love only having one pan to clean along with the dinner dishes. Especially, in the summer when you want to enjoy the outdoors as much as possible. … Read More ...
Here is a refreshing way to enjoy the 4th of July, cheer for USA during the summer olympics, or just to cool off this summer. Giustina from Domestically Blissful created these fruit skewers with a patriotic flair. You can prepare the fruit ahead of time and show the kids how to create these skewers. On party day, you can get … Read More ...
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Two classic side dishes combined into one. Brilliant! The classic potato salad and deviled eggs that are staples at a family gathering are combined into this creamy potato salad. Jeff Powell at Nordstrom shares this recipe on The Thread and even lets you in on a family secret. You’ll have read the article to find out … Read More ...
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When the weather is warm, my appetite is limited. If only, it was like that in the winter too! Anyways, I tend to nibble or eat smaller meals. This tostados is perfect for a meal or make several for a dinner party. You could actually make a tostados bar and let your guests create their own. A … Read More ...