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My Favorite Fourth of July Menu

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:13:42 +0000

This is the menu I must have every Fourth of July. I know lots of people like their burgers, hot dogs, and sausages, but steak on the grill just means summer to me. And with this recipe for an easy marinade, you don't have to fork over an arm and a leg to get a good, juicy steak. Enjoy!

Wordless Wednesday

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:20:15 +0000

Wordless Wednesday

Fourth of July Menus

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:54:24 +0000

The Fourth of July is such an easy holiday to celebrate. Just make some delicious and easy summer recipes, add some red, white, and blue decorations and you've got yourself a party!

Top 10 Fourth of July Recipes

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 01:27:31 +0000

Next Saturday is the Fourth of July! Summer is speeding by ... so enjoy it with a great big bash. These ten recipes are among my favorites for celebrating summer; and many have a patriotic theme! What could be more perfect?

Grilled Chicken Sandwich Meal for $9.02

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:21:19 +0000

It's time for another $10 meal! This menu of a crisp and creamy grilled chicken sandwich with a soothing hot tomato soup is really delicious. It's quick to make and inexpensive too. And you get dessert! What a deal.

Everyday Menus: No Cook Mexican Chicken Salad

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:01:09 +0000

There are two ways to feel cooler in hot weather. One is to make no cook recipes so you don't heat up the kitchen (or yourself!) and another is to eat spicy foods. This flavorful and easy chicken salad fulfills both of those requirements. Serve it with some guacamole and tortilla chips, with a delicious and fun ice cream treat for dessert.

Wordless Wednesday

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:45:58 +0000

Wordless Wednesday

Too Hot to Cook

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:58:54 +0000

It's a steam bath outside! With an air temperature of 90 degrees F and a dewpoint of 70 degrees F, it feels like it's 100 degrees. In the shade. Yikes. It's time to sit under a fan, or turn on the air conditioning, and enjoy some totally no cook recipes, like Chicken Tomato Wraps. Then cool off with some ice cream treats!

Summer Appetizer Party

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 00:04:07 +0000

For summer entertaining, think about throwing an appetizer party. Most of the food can be made ahead of time, it's fun for the guests to nibble on lots of different treats, and the party is easy to vary. It's also a great way to highlight the fresh fruits and veggies of the season. Yum.

Father's Day Menus

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 19:34:57 +0000

Choose from these four menus for Father's Day, or mix and match to create your own meal. Five ingredient recipes, food cooked on the grill, and make ahead recipes are all featured, including Salmon with Lemon Couscous. Enjoy the day with your dad!