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Super Summer Potluck Sides

Potlucks in the park are popular this time of year. However, in most cases, the person hosting the event is the one in charge of providing the main entree. Meanwhile, other guests are asked to bring their favorite side dishes to pass. If you are planning to attend a summer potluck in the coming weeks, then consider making these simple sides that pack quite a punch on a hot summer day: SIMPLE SHRIMP SPREAD Ingredients: 1/4 pound diced cooked shrimp 1 stick butter, softened 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons chopped green onions 1 tablespoon lemon juice 4 … Continue reading →

Grill-tastic Summer Recipes

With summer in full swing, many home cooks are abandoning their stoves and turning to their outdoor grills to sear scrumptious seasonal treats. The following recipes allow you to flex your grilling muscles while adding spice to your nightly meal. Forget about the same ol’ boring hotdogs and chicken, and consider barbequing these unique entrees: MEDITERRANEAN BURGERS Ingredients: 2 pounds lean ground beef 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup plain yogurt 1 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice … Continue reading →

Easy and Affordable Picnic Recipes

What would Independence Day be without friends, family and great food? If you are planning to celebrate our nation’s birthday with an outdoor meal and fireworks, then don’t forget to pack the following easy and affordable picnic dishes: BABY RED POTATO SALAD Ingredients: 4 pounds baby red potatoes, washed well and cut into quarters 2 teaspoons salt 1 (16-ounce) container sour cream 1 1/2 to 2 cups mayonnaise 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 4 stalks celery, diced 4 hard boiled eggs, chopped 4 green onions, chopped 1/4 cup fresh chopped dill 6 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled … Continue reading →

Quick and Easy Fourth of July Picnic Foods

With the Fourth of July falling on a Saturday this year you can expect even more company than usual at your local park. Competition for prime fireworks viewing spots will be heated, to say the least, but even if you don’t snag the ultimate seat, you can still have a spectacular Independence Day picnic with the following patriotic recipes: PATRIOTIC PASTA SALAD Ingredients: 1 (16-ounce) package tri-colored spiral pasta, cooked al dente 2 cups fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces 2 cups fresh cauliflower, cut into bite size pieces 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced 1/2 cup red onion, … Continue reading →

Simple Summer Picnic Recipes

Picnics are an essential part of summer. After all, there’s nothing quite like sharing a great meal in the great outdoors. Picnics can range from extravagant affairs with tents and gourmet selections to simple sandwiches shared in your own backyard. Personally, I prefer the latter, especially if I am the one creating the outdoor feast. If you are looking for some quick and easy items to make for your next summer picnic, consider the following: EASY VEGGIE WRAP Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons chopped chives 2 tablespoons fresh dill 1 teaspoon garlic salt Spinach tortilla wrap Fresh … Continue reading →

Stuffed Summer Sensations—Burgers and Chicken

Who wouldn’t be delightfully surprised to bite into an ordinary burger and find an added burst of flavor and texture? Burgers, chicken, or pork stuffed with hidden chunks of cheese and vegetables are nothing new to foodies, but what if you cut into a traditional cut of meat to find that it was filled with bacon, fresh herbs and other fantastic fixings? Discover what your reaction would be by making these incredibly delicious stuffed dishes this summer: STUFFED BACON BURGERS Ingredients: 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped 1 1/2 to 2 pounds ground chuck 1 … Continue reading →

Finger Lickin’ Good Summer Recipes

Corn on the cob, watermelon, hamburgers, and hot dogs are some of summer’s tastiest no-utensils-needed foods. The hands-on favorites are simple to eat and make clean up even easier. The following recipes are some of my family’s finger lickin’ favorites. All that’s required to eat them are clean hands and a healthy appetite. EGG IN THE MIDDLE PIZZA Ingredients: 1 (12-inch) unbaked pizza crust 4 ounces shredded Gouda cheese 4 ounces shredded Havarti cheese 4 ounces goat cheese 8 slices of prosciutto 8 fresh morel mushrooms 12 spears fresh asparagus, blanched and grilled 1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved … Continue reading →

Patriotic Recipes

Happy Memorial Day! We’ve got one more day of grillin’ and chillin’ before most of us head back to work and school. However, it’s important to remember the reason why we are afforded this break from our daily grind. The Memorial Day holiday is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by our service men and women, in the pursuit to keep our freedoms secure. So why not commemorate the day by making dishes that feature the colors of our country—-red, white and blue. Here are a few recipes to get you started: FLAG DESSERT Ingredients: 1 tube refrigerated … Continue reading →

Build a Better Burger

When it comes to grilling, nothing tastes better than a thick, juicy hamburger. Burgers are almost impossible to ruin on the grill, and they can be tailored to suit individual tastes. Cheese lovers can pile on the dairy to make their burgers moo-licious, while seafood fans can nix the beef all together and opt for a salmon or crab burger. The following simple recipes illustrate how you can build a better burger in your own backyard: TEX MEX CHEESEBURGERS Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and pepper 4 hamburger buns, … Continue reading →

Great Grilling Recipes

This weekend marks the unofficial start of the summer season, and what better way to celebrate than to get grilling. Grilled dishes can turn an ordinary meal into a gourmet feast. Fortunately, you don’t have to be a top chef to create the following scrumptious recipes. Simply dust off your grills, grab some basic ingredients and get cooking: RED HOT PEPPER BURGERS Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1/4 cup your favorite chunky salsa 4 jalapeno peppers 4 hamburger buns, split 1/4 cup chopped fresh tomatoes 2 tablespoons sliced pitted ripe olives Directions: Combine ground beef and 1/4-cup salsa in large … Continue reading →