This easy s’more bar is the perfect sweet indulgence bar for a wet and rainy weekend. This is best eaten warm from the oven, but it tastes great cold too. If you want to slice it into squares then you will need to let it cool. We ate it straight out of the pan and just scooped it into a … Read More ...
Spicy Bacon and Corn Dip
I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for a new dip to try. As much as I love my basic dips, sometimes you need a change and some spice. This dip will be a great addition to your next party. How can you go wrong with bacon, corn and comfort.
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Matcha Mille Crepe Cake (Green Tea Flavored)
This beautiful layered cake would be wonderful for a bridal or wedding shower. I love the green color it gets from the matcha powder. A very light and slightly sweet dessert for the summer time. Looks like I will have to work on my crepe skills instead buying pre-made ones from the store.
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Stars and Stripes Deviled Eggs
photo credit: Happier Than a Pig in Mud
Here is a way to add some patriotic color to your deviled eggs, without dyeing the eggs red and blue. Use red and blue edible writing pens to make your stars and stripes on the eggs. You’ll get the colors you want without your guests thinking twice about eating a red or … Read More ...
Lime Mint Freeze Beverage
Here is a refreshing drink the whole family can enjoy this summer. Let the kids have fun trying to squeeze out the lime juice and put all the ingredients into the blender. I recommend getting a juicer to make it a little easier. This recipe only makes two beverages at a time, so maybe for a very small gathering, unless … Read More ...
Red, White, and Blue Vodka Lemonade Slush
photo credit: Homemade Hooplah
Send the kids off with their red, white, and blue rocket popsicles, while you and the other adults enjoy this patriotic vodka lemonade slush. Because even adults still love their slushies in the summer time to cool off with. As always label drinks appropriately around children and drink responsibly.
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Patriotic Snack Mix
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It’s summer time and the kids need something fun to make. Let them get messy in the kitchen and create this fun patriotic snack. This would be a good way to keep them busy on 4th of July, while getting ready for the back yard barbecue. They can enjoy this fun snack later that night … Read More ...
Easy Banana Fosters with Homemade Caramel Sauce
Here is an easy dessert that can be enjoyed by all this summer. Banana Fosters without the alcohol and the flames. Pavani at Cook’s Hideout got this recipe from The Food Network. Pavani provides her homemade caramel sauce, but you could also use store bought. A great surprise for the family during the weeknight for dessert. … Read More ...
Stout Chocolate Cake with Stout Ganache
photo credit: Domestic Gothess
Give Dad chocolate cake for Father’s Day! Especially this dark rich chocolate one made from Stout beer. This one particular by Hannah at the Domestic Gothess is created with Guinness. Dad will enjoy this cake along with some Guinness to enjoy later. Of course, you could make this any day that you feel like chocolate cake.… Read More ...
Strawberry Daiquiri Sangria
Looking for that summer cocktail to enjoy this summer? Here is one that combines a daiquiri and sangria with frozen strawberries. You could use fresh to, but would have to add ice. Fresh is always best in my book. A great drink to enjoy after a long day with the kids or to relax with friends at a party. You … Read More ...
Watermelon Ice Cream Float
One of the other great fruit besides berries to enjoy in the summer is watermelon. A sweet way to get hydrated. This watermelon ice cream float by Jocelyn at Grandbaby Cakes will be a sweet and refreshing way to beat the summer heat. Enjoy this treat at your next party or barbecue.
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Breakfast Fruit Pizza
Two Peas & Their Pod
Summer is here and it’s a good time to work on routines with the kids and teaching them new skills. Breakfast is a good start, especially if they are going to be on their own when school starts. These breakfast fruit pizzas are a fast and easy breakfast and a good way to get them … Read More ...
Greek Nachos
Here is different spin on everyone’s favorite dish! Okay, maybe one of my favorite dishes. This one is a healthier substitute for those nights you want nachos, but need to behave yourself. A great dish for a bridal shower, baby shower, or picnic. I could see myself eating this for dinner when I’m home alone.
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Chex Muddy Buddies for a Baby Shower
The picture shown is obviously for a boys baby shower, but you could also make pink for a girl. Create both colors for a gender reveal party. These were created for a baby shower, but could easily be made for a birthday party, graduation party, sports party or even 4th of July. All you have to do is change the … Read More ...
Fancy “Green Apple” Apple Tart
photo credit: Cakelets and Doilies
How gorgeous is this dessert? The beautiful green apple part is a pâte sucrée. I’ll let Belle at Cakelets and Doilies explain it and how to create the whole tart. It would definitely be an amazing finish to an elegant dinner. Maybe someone can make it for me?
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