Here's The Latest #162
May 20, 2022

Hello Friends!

We are right in the middle of my favorite time of year in the Midwest, when all the green is literally POPPING from the ground and trees, and the crabapples and lilacs are in bloom - so beautiful and fragrant. It's like our world just comes ALIVE again. I LOVE IT!!

We're heading into summer, grilling, and casual outdoor entertaining - and Memorial Day is right around the corner. Here are some of our favorite recipes for gathering as a family or with a bunch of friends. Enjoy!

Wishing you a summer filled with many delicious things to eat and drink!
Brenda

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Salad Favorites

This Creamy Homemade Coleslaw salad is full of flavor and so easy to make. It’s the best traditional coleslaw recipe, perfect for every BBQ!

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Grilled Romaine Salad - A beautifully charred and smoky summer salad, with grilled lettuce, tomatoes, and sweet corn. Bacon and homemade buttermilk ranch dressing put this grilled salad over the top - we make this a LOT during the summer!

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This Mojito Fruit Salad recipe was made for celebrating summer! It’s loaded with fresh watermelon, strawberries, and blueberries, and then tossed with a sweet lime and mint dressing. And with added jicama stars, it'll be THE STAR of your party for your Memorial Day and 4th of July gatherings!

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This easy Cucumber Salad recipe combines thinly sliced cucumbers and onion with a tangy vinegar dressing. It’s a refreshing summertime side dish that goes with absolutely EVERYTHING!

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This warm German Potato Salad recipe features tender red potatoes and bites of bacon in a tangy bacon, vinegar, and mustard dressing. If you've never tried German potato salad, you've been missing out!

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My mom's Macaroni Salad with Ham and Cheese: The best easy classic macaroni salad recipe. With a tangy, lightly creamy dressing, it pairs with nearly any meal!

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Grilling Favorites

Sugar Grilled Beef and Asparagus Kebabs are extra delicious with sweet and salty steak bites and fresh spring asparagus. This is always a hit at our backyard gatherings!

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Grilled Chipotle-Orange Salmon is sweet and smoky and beautifully spiced. This easy grilled salmon recipe promises to become a grilling season obsession!

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This easy Beer Can Chicken Recipe guarantees moist meat that falls off the bone and crispy, ultra flavorful skin. It’s our go-to recipe for a grilled whole chicken!

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Margarita Grilled Shrimp Skewers are loaded with flavor and charred to perfection. An easy grilled shrimp recipe - and one of my TOP FAVORITE recipes!

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This Teriyaki Grilled Pork Tenderloin recipe is packed with flavor from an easy marinade, then served with fresh pineapple salsa. It’s so much fun!

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Sweet Favorites

This Red Velvet Sheet Cake is tangy, moist, and topped with a cream cheese frosting – a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Ready in just a few easy steps, this homemade sheet cake recipe can easily serve a gathering of 24 or more. A perfect red-white-and-blue dessert for Memorial Day and the 4th of July!

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This is one of my TOP RECIPES! Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are baked in a pan, a quick and super easy chocolate chip cookie recipe with no mixer and no chilling. You’ll love how soft and buttery these are. These bars are ALWAYS a hit!

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Patriotic Ice Cream Sandwiches are a fun twist on a classic frozen treat. Creamy cheesecake ice cream is sandwiched between crisp red velvet shortbread cookies, all in the shape of a star. Just the ticket for staying cool and celebrating summer and our country's patriotic holidays!

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Extra-Marshmallow Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Bars are chewy and gooey, and perfect for feeding a crowd. There’s no baking required, making these an ideal potluck dessert!

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This Rhubarb Custard Pie recipe is very special to me, from my grandma’s recipe box. Featuring a flaky crust filled with a rich egg custard and tart rhubarb, you’ll love this sweet spring and summer treat!

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Loaded with chocolate chips and M&Ms, Monster Cookie Bars are thick & chewy, and oh-so-good! Use red, white & blue M&M's for a festive patriotic treat for Memorial Day and the 4th of July. And did I mention you only need one bowl?!

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You can never go wrong with Chocolate Covered Strawberries! They look fancy and elegant, but are actually quick and easy to make - with just 3 ingredients!

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Made with just 5 ingredients, this homemade Peanut Butter Ice Cream is sweet and creamy, and incredibly easy to make. Top with hot fudge sauce for a quick and easy homemade ice cream sundae!

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Drink Favorites

This refreshing Homemade Strawberry Lemonade is made with fresh strawberries and lemons and topped with sparkling water for a light and bubbly summer drink. Kid-approved and easy to make!

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Prosecco Margarita, a big-batch recipe perfect for entertaining and celebrating. If you’ve ever wondered how to make a pitcher of margaritas, this sparkling drink is super fun and delicious!

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Sangria in Rosé, Bourbon, and Blue is the perfect patriotic sangria, made with fruity rosé and fresh summer berries and cherries. Easy to make, this fruity sangria with bourbon is ideal for Memorial Day and the 4th of July, BBQs, and anytime you need a pitcher cocktail for easy entertaining!

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This Spicy Cucumber Margarita has just the perfect balance of cool flavors + heat, with fresh jalapeno, cucumber, and lime. It comes together in minutes, a fun and delicious tequila cocktail!

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This tart-sweet Rhubarb Margarita cocktail is made with a swirl of homemade fresh rhubarb syrup. It’s a beautiful, fun rhubarb drink that's always a hit!

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Made with just 3 ingredients – tequila, lime juice, and Topo Chico – this Texas Ranch Water is fabulously light and refreshing - I call it "my skinny margarita"! It’s perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day and comes together in just a few minutes. This promises to be your new favorite summer cocktail!

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Strawberry Gin and Tonic – This strawberry cocktail is a summery twist on the classic gin and tonic recipe. With an easy-to-make fresh strawberry syrup, it's absolutely gorgeous with summer's sweetest strawberries!

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