When you go camping, you can get in a rut on what you will bring to eat. One of my favorite food item is a food packet meal. I love food packets, because you can make them on the campfire, grill and even cook them in the oven. We love Philly cheese steak in general, so I see us making … Read More ...
Easy Lasagna Soup – Free Recipe
This looks like comfort in a bowl. I love lasagna, but it can be time consuming and heavy. I only make lasagna when I have a lot of time to spare and in the winter months. This can be made in the summer and take care of that lasagna craving when you have less time. Erin will also give you … Read More ...
Patriotic Poke Cake
Here is a simple, yet elegant cake to serve at your 4th of July celebration. Some people like to be a little more subtle in their decor when it comes to the holidays. This cake has the red, white and blue colors, but you could serve it at any gathering throughout the summer. I love that this classic cake is … Read More ...
Mini Ice Cream Cone Eagles
The bald eagle, one of the symbols of freedom in America. This would be a great treat to serve at your 4th of July party. I love that Beth at Hungry Happenings, let’s us know that even the best are always successful. Although, I didn’t see anything wrong with the first one. Probably, because I can’t even come up with … Read More ...
Dirty Girl Scouts (Adults only pudding shots)
We will end our adult and summer days with these pudding shots that taste like Girl Scout Thin Mints. Might have to have a warning on these, I know I can’t eat just one thin mint cookie. Great drink for the girl’s night out. I’m thinking new holiday drink. As always drink responsibly! Don’t drink and drive!
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4th of July Spiked Snow Cones
I prefer Hawaiian Ice, but it is hard to find that here in Maine. When it’s getting warm, we get slushies or snow cones. These snow cones for adults will have an added punch. Make snow cones for the kids and for the adults on 4th of July or your next barbecue.
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Adult Root Beer Float
Today will be about the adults and summer! I loved root beer
floats as a kid and I occasionally will have one as an adult. For your 4th of July celebration have two root beer float stations. One for the the kids and then set one up for the adults. Have different glasses or different colored straws so there won’t … Read More ...
Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Everyone should enjoy ice cream! Here is a vegan version using coconut milk and raw cashews. I’m not a big fan of the low calorie ice creams, so I may have to give this a try. I wonder if I can make this without an ice cream maker?
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Make Your Own Chocolate Coconut Dessert Cups
Ashley at Cute as a Fox had a great “Eureka!” moment! I really wish I was able to come up with these ideas. I would never have thought to use the round bottles to make coconut dessert bowls. Especially, just by someone mentioning coconut. These are so cute and would be a great hit at a luau or any summer … Read More ...
Froyo and Ice Cream Pops
This would be a great idea for your next party! Besides the ice cream or frozen yogurt becoming a pop, you could also create a chocolate dipping station for added fun. Dini at Giramuk’s Kitchen also has recipes for frozen yogurt and magic chocolate shells if you prefer something more natural than store bought. Make the pops ahead of time … Read More ...
Entenmann’s S’mores Little Bite Giveaway – CLOSED AND CONGRATULATIONS!
CONGRATS TO JOYCE: We would make smores at least once when we went camping when my kids were little. I will send you an e-mail for your address. Thanks to all that participated!
Who loves s’mores as much as we do? Entenmann’s! Here is another giveaway that Entenmann’s is providing us with the prize package. Sorry for US Only. … Read More ...
Pie-La Deen
OMG! I don’t know if I would make this, but I figured you mac n cheese lovers and bacon lovers would. Definitely, not your on a diet meal or healthiest, but it’s okay to binge once in a while. Maybe you might want to bring this to your 4th of July barbecue. I might save this for football season or … Read More ...
Chocolate Wasted Cake
Is there such a thing as too much chocolate? For me, yes! I have found the perfect chocolate cake that even has chocolate candies too. There is liqueur drizzled on the cake, but you can skip that if kids will be present. Also there is a vegan version and she has other alternatives for ingredients.
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Loaded Baked Potato Dip
If you need another idea for your leftover baked potatoes, look no further. Take all of your fixings and create this baked potato dip. I might bake some potatoes just for this dip alone. This would be great for a snacking lunch. I can see this while you’re camping, watching the games or snacking while binge watching your favorite tv … Read More ...
Triple Berry Frozen Smoothies
This would be a great way to start off 4th of July! The family can drink this red, white and blue smoothie on the way to the parade or maybe have it after the parade before the barbecue. Katrina even made some in cute mini mason jar for on the go, but I think they would be great additions to … Read More ...