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    Home » Our latest posts » Drinks

    Stars and Stripes Forever

    July 1, 2011 Filed Under: Drinks

    The Fourth of July was always a big deal growing up, in part because my Dad loved America and in part because his birthday and my parents anniversary is on the 3rd. And since we had a backyard pool, the party was usually at our place with a BBQ followed by a parade with sparklers and fireworks with John Philip Souza's Stars and Stripes Forever playing in the background. No matter how many times Michael and I tried to hide the album, cassette or CD, Dad always seemed to find a copy of it (aided in part by his cousin, Barry, who knew what we were up to and supplied him with an extra copy or two).

    The following recipes are great for any summer gathering. All can be prepared ahead of time, or thrown on the grill at the last minute:

    Beverages

    Anga Soda
    Cherry-Pineapple Punch
    Ginger Ale-Sherbet Punch
    Ginger Ale Syrup and Drink
    Margaritas
    Micheladas
    Sangria

     Appetizers and Sides

    Antipasto
    Black-Eyed Pea-Corn Relish
    Boiled Peanuts
    "Go Tell" Guacamole
    Mango Salsa
    Melon Pineapple Salsa
    OOOLaLa Dip
    Pimento Cheese
    Shrimp and Egg Spread
    Stuffed Celery
    Tortilla Rollups
    Soups, Salads and Sides
    Beet Gazpacho
    Caesar Salad
    Cold Celery
    Gazpacho
    Grilled Bread 
    Hominy Casserole
    Lime Gelatin with Pineapple and Cheese
    Summer Soup (Cucumbers and Yogurt)
    Tabbouli
     
    Entrees
    Beef Tournedos
    Chris' Beans
    Chicken Fajita Sandwiches
    Ginger Marinade for Pork Loin
     
    Muffaletta Sandwich
    Grilled Leg of Lamb
    Remoulade Sauce
    Texas Chili Beans
    Desserts
    Almond Milk Curd
    B'Nilla Pudding
    Ice Cream with Raspberry Sauce
     
    Peach Cobbler
    Ribbon Finger Jewels
    Vinegar Cobbler

     

    And since many of us don't have the time to do all of the cooking and cleaning for a party, here are Ma'am's tips for potlucks made easy. 

    Whatever your plans this summer I hope it is a safe and happy one.

    Until next time, happy eating!

    ~Audrey

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