Showing posts with label 4th of July. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 4th of July. Show all posts

Monday

Festive 4th of July Party Cupcakes and Toppers

Cupcakes are the perfect on-the-go treat for picnics and parties! I love them because they are no fuss on serving. Everyone can take one whenever they want and no cutting a cake. These patriotic cupcakes are fun for the up and coming 4th of July picnics! The cool thing about these toppers is that you can change out the ribbon and use this easy topper for any occasion.

For these particular cupcakes I did use the Bowdabra to help me create this bow. If you have ever used a Bowdabra or a Mini Bowdabra then you will know how easy it is to make the perfect bow. 

 Instructions on the toppers which I used the Mini Bowdabra

 1- Cut 18″ of Bowdabra Bow Wire and fold the wire in half.  Place the wire into the Mini Bowdabra. Add a 5 inch piece of ribbon into the Mini Bowdabra. Then with the navy blue ribbon I will be making an actual bow. Place 1 inch into the Mini Bowdabra 
2- Fold the ribbon at the 1″ mark to make your first loop. 


3- Fold the ribbon back over at the 1" mark to make the second loop. 

4- Then add in other matching ribbon pieces as you wish.  (see below). Scrunch down the ribbon with the Mini Bowdabra Wand. Thread the two tail ends of the wire through the loop. Pull the wire tightly.  Remove the bow from the Mini Bowdabra and knot the back. Tie the bow onto the cake pop stick. You can trim off the extra wire or wrap it around the stick for more decoration. 


ANOTHER option is to fold over ribbon on a cake pop stick and staple the ribbon together close to the stick. Very easy! We also wrapped red, white and blue ribbon wire around the cake pop sticks and the cupcake liners. Easy and festive. 
You can buy the cupcakes and then make the decorations. I prefer to make my own cupcakes and have the Best Ever Cupcake Recipe for you to try and well as our own Best Ever Butter Cream Frosting Recipe. Click over and check them out. 


Easy cupcake decorating tip. Add your frosting in a ziplock bad. Snip off a small corner and give it a whirl around the cooled off cupcake. Top off with sprinkles.

Find more 4th of July recipes here!!
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Friday

Red Salsa and White Bean Dip and 4th of July Recipes

Here is another salsa recipe which would be perfect for your 4th of July celebrations! This platter of goodness is red, white and blue! As you know we love salsa over at our house and will most likely eat this before Fourth of July, during and even after! Click here to find even more salsa recipes. 


Red Salsa and White Bean Dip Recipes

 Red Salsa:

Ingredients

 1 packet of Nueva Cocina Chipotle Taco Seasoning
1 can of diced tomatoes (10 oz.)
4 plum tomatoes
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 whole lime
½ cup chopped red onion
2 Tablespoons of chopped cilantro – optional
Salt to taste

Directions

 Dice the plum tomatoes.  Add chopped onion, olive oil, seasoning mix and the can of tomatoes.  Mix together.  Add cilantro and salt.

White Bean Dip

Ingredients

 Nueva Cocina White Bean Soup Mix
1 packet of Taco Fresco Seasoning
7-8 ounces of grated Queso Blanco cheese (may be substituted for another white cheese of your liking)
1 ½ cup of sour cream
5 tablespoons of olive oil (2 tablespoon for soup preparation and 3 tablespoons for the dip0

Directions

 Follow the recipe on the soup, but only use two cups of water instead of three indicated on the package.  Once cooled, smash the beans for a smooth consistency.  Add the sour cream, 3 tablespoons of the olive, and the seasoning mix.  Mix together.  Add half of the cheese to the mixture and mix thoroughly.  Top with remaining cheese.
Arrange the dips on a party platter with blue corn chips. Perfect party snack and festive for the 4th of July. Thanks to Nueva Cocina at www.nuevacocina.com for sharing this recipe.



More Recipes for 4th of July

 Tortilla Pinwheels
Texas Queso Dip
Jalapeño Popper Dip
Spicy Ranch Dip
Quick and Easy BLT Pizza
Antipasto Platter
Buffalo Chicken Dip
4th of July Picnic Food
Top 100 4th of July Recipes & Crafts
4th of July Menu ideas
Kristi's Sangria
4th of July Food Safety Tips
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Monday

4th of July PIcnic Food Menu plan

Happy 4th of July Menu Plan! I hope you find some tasty new ideas to serve your family and friends. 

 Besides that, my family schedule is really messed up this week. Hubby will be out of town for 4 weeks (left yesterday) and only home for 24-36 hours each weekend. So I won't be cooking big meals for my daughters or even myself. Below are some of the meals that I will make or want to make. I hope you enjoy the spin.
(Pic is the salad mix for the below Shrimp & Avocado Boats. Yum!)
Monday- Shrimp & Avocado Boats (linked up last week from My Turn for Us),  Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs by Crystal & Co
Tuesday-Rockin' Ribs (easy crock pot recipe), Canellini Bean Salad, Cake pops decorated with ribbon for the 4th of July

Wednesday-Beer Chicken (easy crock pot recipe. Made ahead of time),  Corn on the Cob with Lime-Chive Butter, Bamboola (frozen drink & perfect for hot parties)
Thursday-Prawn Cocktails (linked up last week by Carole's Chatter), Avocado with Bell Pepper & Tomatoes (Whole Living),Patriotic Cupcakes & Topper Tutorial

Friday-Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes (from Six Sisters' Stuff), Coleslaw, Patriotic Rice Krispy Kabobs (so easy)
Saturday-Cucumber and Avocado Summer Rolls with Mustard-Soy Sauce (Williams Sonoma), Kristi's Sangria (must have easy drink for parties)


 Sunday- Veggie Gyros( the Family Kitchen POSTED BY KATHYPATALSKY ) and Coffee & Chocolate Brownies (almost always make for potluck picnics)

I link up at orgjunkie.com 



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Saturday

Top 100 Fourth of July Recipes and Crafts

You are in the right spot to find new ideas today and to get inspiration here on my blog and Pinterest. This week I'm featuring my Patriotic Fourth of July Recipes and Crafts Board on Pinterest. This is my go to spot to pin my favorites! I'm always finding new recipes and crafts that I want to try on my family and friends. How about you? Check out my board and follow!
My other featured boards are my #1 Top Tips on Pinterest and my Top Weekly Blog Parties Board on Pinterest. Both boards are accepting new contributors. If you want to be added, just leave a comment on each board. I'll add you. 

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Friday

4th of July Menu Recipes Ideas

Time to get your recipes ready for the 4th of July weekend! It will be here before you know it. We love picnic foods, yummy dessert, thirst quenching drinks and savory sides. How about you? What recipes are you cooking for the Fourth of July?


 If you are looking for an easy dessert recipe I have two for you. I made these Patriotic Cupcakes & Toppers for the Bowdabra Blog last year. You can find the Best Ever Cupcake recipe here or use your own favorite cupcake recipe. The decorations are so easy to make and everyone will think that you spent HOURS preparing them. Let them think that!



I also made these Patriotic Rice Krispy Kabobs which are INSANELY easy and no baking required. Again, super easy and people will be impressed with your mad kitchen skills. Great picnic recipe!



More 4th of July Recipes or good Picnic Recipes

What are some of your favorite 4th of July recipe ideas? Share them in the comments and I will come over and visit your blog! 
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Wednesday

12 Memorial Day Recipes and Picnic Recipes

Memorial Day seems like it is the official kick off day for outdoor Summer family fun & picnics. No only do we remember those who have served but also remember and give thanks to those currently serving our Nation.


Here are some of our favorite Memorial Day Recipes.
 If you are looking for an easy dessert recipe I have two for you. I made these Patriotic Cupcakes & Toppers for the Bowdabra Blog last year. You can find the Best Ever Cupcake recipe here or use your own favorite cupcake recipe. The decorations are so easy to make and everyone will think that you spent HOURS preparing them. Let them think that!

I also made these Patriotic Rice Krispy Kabobs which are INSANELY easy and no baking required. Again, super easy and people will be impressed with your mad kitchen skills. Great picnic recipe!

More Memorial Day Recipes or good Picnic Recipes
Linking this up to OrgJunkies Menu Plan Monday.




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