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Creamy Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

Creamy Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

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Creamy Poppy Seed Salad Dressing is made with mayonnaise, poppy seeds, apple cider vinegar and sugar for a really easy salad dressing ready in under 5 minutes.

Poppy seed dressing is one of my favorites. This particular one has a mayonnaise base making it really creamy and tastes oh so delicious on so many foods. Pour over a seasonal salad, drizzle a bit in a wrap of turkey, lettuce, veggies folded in a tortilla or even use as a dip for chicken tenders.

Try this Summer Salad that we made for our “When Life Gives You Lemons” dinner party:

  • Blueberries
  • Sliced strawberries
  • Feta cheese
  • Almonds
  • Spring mix lettuce
  • Grilled chicken
  • Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing



Creamy Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

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Creamy Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

Creamy Poppy Seed Salad Dressing is made with mayonnaise, poppy seeds, apple cider vinegar and sugar for a really easy salad dressing ready in under 5 minutes.

  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  1. In a small bowl, whisk all ingredients together.
  2. Drizzle over salad, in a sandwich wrap or use as a dip.
  3. Store in fridge.

What will you use this Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing recipe for? Let me know in the comments below. 

Strawberry Lime Moscow Mule

Strawberry Lime Moscow Mule

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Strawberry Lime Moscow Mules are made with fresh strawberries, mint, ginger beer, lime juice, vodka and Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water for a beautiful seasonal cocktail with fewer calories.

Spring has finally arrived in Cincinnati after a very long winter! Good-bye snow boots and bulky coats. Hello sunshine and flip-flops! The temperature has been perfect the last couple weeks and I am itching to start entertaining our friends this season with some Honey Grilled Chicken with Strawberry Salsa and ice cold Strawberry Lime Moscow Mules. 

These Strawberry Lime Moscow Mules have a little twist from the classic version, which is using a little less ginger beer and adding in that light Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water for a truly refreshing beverage without the calories that a lot of cocktails contain. It is almost bikini season after all!

Why add Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water to your Moscow mule? 

  • Creates a light, refreshing and down-right delicious cocktail.
  • No sugar with only 88 calories to keep that beach body in check.
  • Low carb with no artificial flavors or colors.
  • Contains as much alcohol as beer but with fewer calories.

Find more recipe inspiration for Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water by clicking HERE. 

Make sure to try Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water in all the yummy flavors or just grab a variety pack to find your favorite. I want to hear about your own creative cocktail concoctions that are keeping you and your friends cool this season. Let me know how you are drinking Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water in the comments down below.

Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water comes in: 

  • Lemon Lime
  • Strawberry Kiwi
  • Passion Fruit
  • Variety pack

Strawberry Lime Moscow Mule

Your friends are all going to love this Strawberry Lime Moscow Mule and it is really simple to make. Start by slicing some fresh strawberries, slice limes into wedges and also some slices for garnish. Mint is a great aromatic and flavorful addition to this drink but completely optional. These Strawberry Lime Moscow Mules are a hit regardless!

Each glass will get one jigger of vodka (grab your favorite), one sliced strawberry, one mint leaf and freshly squeezed lime from a wedge. Muddle all those ingredients together well to infuse the flavors into the vodka.

Fill the glass with ice and one more sliced strawberry, followed by three ounces of ginger beer, and fill the remainder with Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water Lemon Lime. Garnish with a lime slice and mint.

Strawberry Lime Moscow Mule

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Strawberry Lime Moscow Mules are made with fresh strawberries, mint, ginger beer, lime juice, vodka and Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water for a refreshing seasonal cocktail with fewer calories. 

Yields: 1

  • 1 jigger (1.5 ounces) vodka
  • 3 ounces ginger beer
  • 3 ounces Henry's Hard Sparkling Water Lemon Lime
  • 1 lime wedge
  • 2 strawberries
  • mint (optional)
  • ice
  1. Slice the strawberries and lime.
  2. In a copper cup or glass, add vodka, the juice from 1 lime wedge, 1 mint leaf and 1 sliced strawberry. Muddle ingredients together.
  3. Fill glass with ice and add the other sliced strawberry.
  4. Add 3 ounces ginger beer.
  5. Top with Henry's Hard Sparkling Water Lemon Lime (3 ounces worth).
  6. Garnish with a lime slice and mint.
  • Preparation time: 3 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 172

Cheers to warmer weather ahead! Time to make some great memories with friends and Henry’s Hard Sparkling Water! 

Roast Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches

Roast Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches

This post is sponsored by Ricos Products. All opinions are mine alone. #RicosCheesePlease

Roast Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches are made with deli roast beef, a tangy horseradish sauce, soft onion poppyseed hamburger buns and a dollop of Ricos Premium Cheddar Cheese Sauce for a quick family dinner fit for any night of the week.

Summer vacation has officially started and those warm weather activities are consuming our lives. From the pool to the zoo to festivals and vacations – we are one busy family this time of year! These Roast Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches are perfect for all those crazy days when spending an hour over a hot stove just isn’t part of the game plan. Plus, these sandwiches are made with only 4 ingredients to make dinner easy-peasy, nacho cheesy!

My local Walmart is the go-to for stocking up on my favorite Ricos Cheese Sauces to save time and money. Try the Ricos Condensed Cheddar Cheese Sauce with 50% more product when mixed correctly! From nachos or cheesy bean dips to family dinners, Ricos has a cheese sauce for everything! All Ricos Cheese Sauces are trans fat free with no hydrogenated oils and super easy with heat and serve instructions perfect for hosting parties, barbeques and holidays.

Click HERE to see the whole Ricos Cheese Sauce line-up!

More great family recipes made with Ricos Cheese Sauces:

Roast Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches

Just four ingredients and less than 20 minutes needed to heat up these Roast Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches!  Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees and pack the roast beef deli slices inside some foil. The meat will heat up quickest if you use two foil packs and separate the roast beef. Place the foil packs of deli meat in the oven for 15 minutes.

As the roast beef is waring up in the oven, heat your Ricos Premium Cheddar Cheese Sauce on the stovetop in a saucepan on a low-medium heat for 10 minutes stirring often.

Time to assemble. Spread about a teaspoon of horseradish sauce on the bottom bun of each sandwich. Horseradish goes a long way to just a little is all you need for a lot of extra flavor! One of my children doesn’t like horseradish sauce so you can even opt out of the sauce and still make a delicious sandwich.

Place about four slices of the warmed up roast beef on top.

Now, time for the good stuff! Place a couple tablespoons of Ricos Premium Cheddar Cheese Sauce on top of the roast beef layers and place the top of the bun in place. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Don’t have time for the oven and stovetop or maybe you just don’t want to heat up your home even more on a hot summer day? I don’t blame you! You can just heat up the Ricos Premium Cheddar Cheese Sauce in the microwave for 2 minutes in a microwavable safe container with lid, stirring halfway through cook time. Then,  heat the deli meat in the microwave. To heat deli meat in the microwave, spread the meat out on a plate with a paper towel over top and cook for 1 minute. Check after one minute, you may need to flip the meat and microwave another 30 seconds to thoroughly heat. Dinner does not get any easier than this!

Roast Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches

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Roast Beef and Cheddar Sandwiches are made with deli roast beef, a tangy horseradish sauce, soft onion poppy seed hamburger buns and a dollop of Ricos Premium Cheddar Cheese Sauce for a quick family dinner fit for any night of the week. Find microwavable directions within post above!

  • 6 teaspoons horseradish sauce
  • 6 onion poppy seed hamburger buns (any hamburger buns can be substituted)
  • 1 - 1.5 pounds roast beef deli slices
  • 15 ounce can Ricos Premium Cheddar Cheese Sauce
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Wrap the roast beef deli slices in foil. Using two foil packs will heat the meat up quickest.
  3. Place the deli meat in oven for 15 minutes.
  4. As the deli meat warms up in the oven, place the Ricos Premium Cheddar Cheese Sauce in a saucepan on a low-medium heat on the stovetop. Stir frequently for 10 minutes.
  5. Assemble the sandwiches. Place a teaspoon of horseradish on each bottom hamburger bun, followed by four slices roast beef deli meat, then a dollop of the Ricos Premium Cheddar Cheese Sauce.
  6. Complete with the top of the hamburger bun and serve.

What are your favorite recipes for Ricos Cheese Sauces? Let me know in the comments below!


 

Roasted Lemon Asparagus

Roasted Lemon Asparagus

Roasted Lemon Asparagus made with fresh lemon, olive oil and just a pinch of salt and pepper for a really simple side dish to any entrée.

We are right in the middle of asparagus season and my family definitely eats their fair share of the vegetable. This Roasted Lemon Asparagus is fresh, crisp, quick and so easy to toss in the oven.

To prepare : Preheat the oven to 425 degrees as you give the asparagus a rinse and trim the ends by 1/2 inch. Lay the asparagus on a baking sheet and grab a small bowl to mix the olive and lemon juice. Cut the lemon in half and use half as juice and the other half is sliced for garnish. Pour the olive oil and lemon juice mixture over top and make sure to thoroughly cover each asparagus. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and lay the lemon slices over top. Roast in the oven for about 9 minutes and serve.

How to pick the best asparagus from your grocery: 

  • Make sure the stems are not dried out. Often, asparagus is stored in shallow water at the store.
  • The stems should be firm and not limp.
  • The tops should not be mushy.
  • They should have a rich green color with some white at the bottom and purple hues at the top.

If you are storing your asparagus a couple days before cooking, make sure to trim the ends and wrap in a wet paper towel or in a jar filled with a bit of water to keep fresh.

Roasted Lemon Asparagus

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Roasted Lemon Asparagus made with fresh lemon, olive oil and just a pinch of salt and pepper for a really simple side dish to any entrée.

Yields: 4 servings

  • 1 lemon
  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  2. Wash and trim the asparagus. Place on a baking sheet.
  3. In a small bowl, add 1 tablespoon olive with juice from half the lemon (about 1 tablespoon, more for a stronger lemon flavor). Mix together.
  4. Pour lemon juice/olive oil mixture over asparagus. Make sure to coat the asparagus thoroughly.
  5. Season with just a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Slice the other half of the lemon. Place lemon slices over asparagus.
  7. Place in oven for 9 minutes.
  • Preparation time: 5 minutes
  • Cook time: 9 minutes

Roasted Lemon Asparagus, how to bake asparagus

Pork and Kimchi Fried Rice

Pork and Kimchi Fried Rice

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Pork and Kimchi Fried Rice is made with ground pork, mint, garlic, ginger, scallions, delicious and flavorful kimchi topped with a fried egg.

You haven’t been seeing as many new recipes from me recently but I am back in full swing and have a whole lineup of great recipes waiting to be shared! Starting with this Pork and Kimchi Fried Rice.

Long story short of where I have been – we decided to sell the house, we rushed and rushed and rushed some more to finish up all those little projects we started and never completed, painted the whole darn house… even put down new flooring. Then, we decided to stay. At least I have a freshly painted house and no projects for the moment!

Back to what’s really important – the food! This Pork and Kimchi Fried Rice comes from Recipes Swap Club where I was tasked this month with The Schizo Chef. I love this website! There are so many awesome recipes from all around the world. I didn’t grow up learning how to make Asian, Caribbean or African foods so a lot of recipes on the site are really foreign to me which is cool because I get the opportunity to learn a new recipe, new cooking techniques and discover new ingredients. Then, I get to share all that with you!

I chose to recreate the Kimchi Fried Rice recipe and Mireille shares her tips to the perfect fried rice! See the tips and entire post by clicking HERE.

I have made fried rice plenty of times but my fried rice making skills go as follows: have leftover rice, throws it into wok with some oil and soy sauce, scramble up an egg , tosses in whatever vegetables happen to be laying around, done. I won’t lie- this works pretty well but today, I am sharing a Korean fried rice that is so flavorful with the kimchi, hearty and packed with protein. I did do a couple of things differently than the original recipe by opting out of shrimp, adding more pork and using mint instead of perilla leaves so make sure to also check out the original recipe.


Pork and Kimchi Fried Rice

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Pork and Kimchi Fried Rice is made with ground pork, mint, garlic, ginger, scallions, delicious and flavorful kimchi and topped with a fried egg.

Yields: 8 servings

  • 1 tablespoon oil (I used olive oil)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons ginger, finely chopped
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 16 ounce jar kim chi, rough chopped
  • 2 cups long grain rice, cooked and chilled (I used jasmine)
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 3 scallions, chopped
  • 3 mint leaves, thinly sliced
  • 1 fried egg per bowl, sunny-side up
  1. Prepare all the ingredients- beat 2 eggs, mince garlic, chop ginger, mint, scallions and roughly chop kimchi.
  2. In a wok, heat olive oil.
  3. Add garlic and ginger, cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Add ground pork and cook until browned.
  5. As the pork is cooking, cook your fried eggs on a medium-low heat in an oiled pan for 2 minutes or until the whites are cooked through. Set eggs to the side once cooked.
  6. Add eggs and mix. When they start to cook, add kim chi.
  7. Stir to combine and cook for 30 seconds.
  8. Whisk together the soy sauce and sesame oil in a bowl on the side.
  9. Add rice and wet ingredient mixture, a little at a time, until well absorbed.
  10. Cook for a few more minutes until rice is well coated with the kimchi.
  11. Add scallions and mint and stir.
  12. Add a fried egg to each bowl of fried rice.
  • Preparation time: 10 minutes
  • Cook time: 20 minutes
  • Total time: 30 minutes

S’mores Ice Cream Sundae

S’mores Ice Cream Sundae

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S’mores Ice Cream Sundaes are made with Blue Bunny Ice Cream, crumbled graham crackers, toasted mini marshmallows, chocolate syrup and a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping.

We are kicking off summer with fun sundaes created from inspiration of the most loved seasonal treats – ice cream and s’mores! The best parts of summer are hanging out with friends by the fire pit roasting marshmallows and having a good laugh or having a big scoop of cold ice cream on a crazy hot day after a family swim in the pool. Why can’t we just combine both? Well, we did and the combination of ice cream and s’mores is DELICIOUS!

S’mores Ice Cream Sundaes start with a trip to Walmart to pick up all the goodies. We chose Blue Bunny Ice Cream for the base of our sundaes in both Vanilla and Bunny Track flavors (why settle for one?) because the ice cream is just so delicious and lets you give in to a little fun. We all deserve a little fun! Don’t forget the Reddi-wip on top for instant gratification and an extra dollop of fun.

Walmart shopping list:

  • graham crackers
  • chocolate syrup
  • mini marshmallows
  • Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping
  • Blue Bunny Vanilla Ice Cream or Blue Bunny Bunny Tracks

Sweeten your summer with more amazing recipe inspiration by clicking HERE. 

S’mores Ice Cream Sundae

Let’s build some S’mores Ice Cream Sundaes! 

In a food processor, blend a few graham crackers until you have crumbles. Set the crumbles to the side and roast your mini marshmallows. Get creative and have fun when roasting your marshmallows! I put a few on a skewer and placed over a lit tealight until charred to my liking. Once the marshmallows are roasted, grab the Blue Bunny Ice Cream.

My family likes options so we made our S’mores Ice Cream Sundaes with two different flavors. Some of us picked Blue Bunny Vanilla and some of us wanted Blue Bunny Bunny Tracks for the extra flavor of caramel, peanut butter filled chocolate bunnies and chocolate covered peanuts. Scoop the Blue Bunny Ice Cream into bowl.

Time for the toppings! Drizzle some chocolate syrup, followed by a dollop of Reddi-wip Whipped Topping. Sprinkle with toasted marshmallows and those graham cracker crumbles. Add a graham cracker for garnish. Take time to enjoy every little bite!

S'mores Ice Cream Sundae

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S’mores Ice Cream Sundaes are made with Blue Bunny Ice Cream, crumbled graham crackers, toasted mini marshmallows, chocolate syrup and a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping.

  • 3 small scoops Blue Bunny Vanilla Ice Cream or Blue Bunny Bunny Tracks
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
  • 2 tablespoons crushed graham crackers
  • 1 graham cracker for garnish
  • 6 mini marshmallows (toasted)
  • Dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping (may also use Reddi-wip Extra Creamy Whipped Topping)
  1. Place a few graham crackers into a food processor and blend until crushed.
  2. Toast the mini marshmallows. I did this by placing a few marshmallows onto the end of a skewer and placing over the fire until browned. Let the marshmallows cool for a minute before removing.
  3. Scoop the Blue Bunny Ice Cream into a bowl.
  4. Add chocolate syrup.
  5. Add a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping.
  6. Top with the toasted marshmallows and some graham cracker crumbles.
  7. Garnish with a graham cracker.

How are you making this summer the best one yet? Let me know in the comments below and make sure it is extra delicious by clicking HERE for more fun recipes.

 

Summer Iced Tea Punch

Summer Iced Tea Punch

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Milo’s Tea Company, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #MakeItWithMilos  http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV

Summer Iced Tea Punch is made with pineapple juice, ginger ale, Milos Tea and fresh fruit for a deliciously refreshing beverage for these hot days ahead.

I am beyond excited for summer and spending time with my family. We hang out by the pool frequently, ride bikes around the neighborhood or even visit an amusement park to ride some roller coasters often. However, the highlights of summer is always the grill outs with  neighbors to eat some great food, share some s’mores over the fire and cooling off with some ice cold drinks.

I am sure your summer is also packed full of outdoor fun! If you are planning festivities for Memorial day, 4th of July, neighborhood block parties, or just grilling out with friends and family, this Summer Iced Tea Punch is an awesome beverage to bring to the party that will please everyone.

Milos Tea is THE go-to beverage for summer parties and gatherings. Milos Tea is fresh brewed with natural ingredients without any added preservatives and you will taste the difference with this award winning tea. Try a glass of Milos Tea on ice with a lemon slice or create a punch for a crowd with the Summer Iced Tea Punch!

What’s the story behind Milos Tea?

Milo’s was founded as a restaurant in 1946 by Milo and Bea Carlton after Milo returned from serving his country in World War II. Being a military family ourselves, we always stand behind those who serve so hearing Milo served our country makes this company extra special. In 1989, Milo’s began selling their fresh brewed Famous Sweet Tea to local Birmingham grocery stores. Today, Milos Tea Company is a third generation family owned business and Milo’s beverages can be found in thousands of retailers across the United States.

I found Milo’s at my local Meijer in the refrigerated juice section but they are available in lots of retailers. Find a store near you by using the store locator. 

Summer Iced Tea Punch

Let’s mix up some Summer Iced Tea Punch! All you need is ginger ale, fresh or frozen fruits, pineapple juice and Milos Tea. I picked Milos Famous Sweet Tea but you can reach for the Milos Famous No Calorie Sweet Tea or the Milos Famous Unsweet Tea and the punch will be equally refreshing and just as tasty.

Prepare your fruits. I sliced a couple kiwis, diced some pineapple chunks, sliced strawberries and picked up fresh raspberries and blackberries. You can use ANY fruit you like! You just want strawberries and pineapple? Go for it! Once the fruit is sliced and diced, pour the ginger ale, pineapple juice and Milos Tea into a pitcher, followed by the fruits and top with ice to stay cold.

Summer Iced Tea Punch

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Summer Iced Tea Punch is made with pineapple juice, ginger ale, Milos Tea and fresh fruit for a deliciously refreshing beverage for these hot days ahead. 

  • 3 cups Milos Tea
  • 3 cups ginger ale
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen fruit (use a mix of your favorites such as kiwi, pineapple, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • ice
  1. In a large pitcher, add 3 cups of Milos Tea, 3 cups ginger ale and 1 cup pineapple juice. Stir ingredients together.
  2. Prepare your fruits by cutting pineapple into chunks, slicing strawberries and slicing kiwis.
  3. Toss 2 cups worth of fruit into the pitcher.
  4. Fill pitcher with ice.
  5. Serve.
  6. Garnish each glass with an umbrella for extra fun!

How do you celebrate summer? Are you obsessed with the 4th of July or have cook outs with friends every weekend? Let me know in the comments below about your summer plans and how you drink your Milos Tea!

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Milo’s Tea Company, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #MakeItWithMilos  http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV

20 Crazy Delicious No-Bake Summer Desserts

20 Crazy Delicious No-Bake Summer Desserts

We are ready for summertime in this household and the weather has been gorgeous lately! Sunny and 90 degree days which means lounging by the pool, sipping frozen beverages and neighborhood grill outs is around the corner. Summer gets pretty darn hot and muggy here in Cincinnati and I try to avoid turning the oven on as much as possible so today we have 20 Crazy Delicious No-Bake Summer Dessert recipes because dessert is always on that weekly must-have list!

No Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake from The Cincy Shopper. This dessert is gorgeous with a Nilla Wafer crust and layers of orange creamsicle goodness.

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Watermelon Rice Krispie Treats from Crayons & Cravings are basically the cutest no-bake treat for summer! This one will impress friends at summer gatherings and no, you don’t have to tell them how easy it was to make! It can be our little secret.

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You can’t talk about fabulous desserts without some peanut butter options! These No Bake Oreo Peanut Butter Bars with Chocolate Chips from Savory Tooth have 3 layers of yum. OREO + peanut butter = gimme some now!

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Raw Vegan Blackberry Cheesecake from One Clever Chef has me swooning! Just look at that color!

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Gluten-free Vegan Mocha Cheesecake Bites from Vegan Huggs is a must-make this summer. Who doesn’t love some mocha? or cheesecake? or bite-sized anything?

 

Chocolate Eclair Cake from Amanda’s Cookin’. Do I need to even say anything? Just wrap it up, I am taking this one to go and no, I probably won’t share.

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What is summer without some fresh strawberries? This Strawberry Cheesecake Pie from Spend with Pennies is a creamy no-bake dessert.

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No Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars from The View from Great Island. Eggless cookie dough and rich chocolate combine for a simple summer treat.

 

More Crazy Delicious No-Bake Summer Desserts

No Bake OREO birthday Cake Squares from Brooklyn Farm Girl.

Strawberry Lush Cake from Small Town Woman. 

Light and Luscious Easy Lemon Trifle from A Magical Mess.

No Bake Blueberry Cheesecakes from Pint-Sized Treasures. 

Coffee Granita from Fun, Food and Frolic.

White Chocolate Raspberry Truffles from Sweet and Savory Meals.

No-churn Red Wine, Strawberry and Salted Dark Chocolate Ice Cream from Pass Me Some Tasty.

Edible OREO Birthday Cake Cookie Dough from Leggings ‘N’ Lattes.

Chocolate Salami from The Culinary Jumble. 

Homemade Banana Cherry Popsicles from Me and My Inklings. 

Coconut Cheesecake with Berry Jelly from My Gorgeous Recipes. 

Dreamy Peanut Butter, Banana and Chocolate Popsicles from Occasionally Eggs. 

20 Crazy Delicious No Bake Summer Desserts, summer recipes, no bake desserts

Strawberry Muffins

Strawberry Muffins

Strawberry Muffins are made with fresh strawberries and basic baking ingredients for a delicious start to the day.

It is strawberry season! We love ourselves some locally grown fresh strawberries and I am always searching for recipes to utilize them. This recipe is a great weekend brunch item to bake for the family. These Strawberry Muffins smell amazing and are just perfect fresh out of the oven.

I cannot take credit for this recipe! This recipe comes from the amazing Ina Garten from Barefoot Contessa.


Make sure to checkout some great cookbooks from Ina Garten on Amazon for some more fabulous recipes!

Strawberry Muffins

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Strawberry Muffins are made with fresh strawberries and basic baking ingredients for a delicious start to the day.

  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1.25 cups milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 16 tablespoons butter, melted (2 sticks)
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Place muffin liners in muffin pan.
  3. In a large bowl, add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Mix ingredients.
  4. Add the eggs, melted butter and milk to mixing bowl. Use a hand or stand mixer to beat ingredients.
  5. Dice 2 cups of fresh strawberries.
  6. Add the strawberries and sugar to mixing bowl. Stir.
  7. Fill each muffin liner 3/4 full.
  8. Bake 20-22 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Place on a cooling rack for 5-10 minutes.
  10. Serve.

Blackberry Mint Julep

Blackberry Mint Julep

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This Blackberry Mint Julep is made with a homemade blackberry simple syrup, fresh blackberries, lemon juice, mint and Maker’s Mark® whisky for a refreshing beverage suitable for a hot summer day or The Big Race in May.

With The Big Race starting soon, I was feeling really inspired to make a drink that reflected my neighboring Kentucky.  Nothing is more Kentucky than a mint julep! So, I made a classic Maker’s Mint Julep with a twist by adding some fresh blackberries and a homemade blackberry simple syrup for a delicious take on a Kentucky favorite.

Why choose Maker’s Mark®:

  • Every bottle of Maker’s Mark® is aged to taste, not age.
  • 90 proof.
  • Woody oak, caramel, vanilla and wheat aroma.
  • Sweet taste that is balanced with vanilla, caramel and a fruity essence.
  • Smooth and subtle finish.

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Blackberry Mint Julep

Get out your lucky wide brimmed sun hat and make sure you are stocked up on ice because we are making Blackberry Mint Juleps for The Big Race!

Start your Blackberry Mint Juleps by making the blackberry simple syrup. Add equal parts sugar, water and fresh blackberries to a pan and bring to a low simmer for a few minutes. I like to use an avocado masher to express all that yummy blackberry juice from the berries to pack the most flavor into the syrup. Once the syrup has simmered a few minutes, remove from heat and let cool 15 minutes. Strain and store the blackberry simple syrup in the refrigerator.

Time to mix some Blackberry Mint Juleps! Drop 6 fresh mint leaves into a julep cup or Collins glass.

Now, add in 1/2 part of the homemade blackberry simple syrup.

Pour 2 parts worth of Maker’s Mark® whisky into the glass followed by three fresh blackberries.

Slice a lemon in half and remove seeds. Squeeze 1/2 part of lemon juice into the glass.

Muddle the mint leaves and blackberries on the bottom of the glass. Make sure to crush the mint well to really infuse all the delicious flavors into your Blackberry Mint Julep.

Fill the glass up with ice and garnish with a mint sprig to serve. I recommend crushed ice over cubed ice because a mint julep is best when ice cold. You may also add in some more fresh blackberries and mint leaves as you fill the glass with ice to add in more color. Plus, I love picking out those liquor soaked ice cold berries from my drink to eat as I am enjoying this Blackberry Mint Julep.

Blackberry Mint Julep

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This Blackberry Mint Julep is made with a blackberry simple syrup, fresh blackberries, lemon juice, mint and Maker’s Mark® whisky for a refreshing beverage suitable for a hot summer day or The Big Race in May.

  • Blackberry Simple Syrup
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup blackberries
  • Blackberry Mint Julep
  • 2 parts Maker’s Mark® whisky
  • 1/2 part blackberry simple syrup
  • 1/2 part lemon juice, fresh squeezed
  • 3 blackberries
  • 6 fresh mint leaves
  • ice (preferably crushed)
  1. Make your blackberry simple syrup on the stovetop by bringing 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar and 1 cup blackberries to a low simmer for 3 minutes. Smash the blackberries. Let cool for 15 minutes and strain.
  2. Add the 2 parts Maker’s Mark® whisky, 1/2 part blackberry simple syrup, 1/2 part lemon juice, 6 mint leaves, and 3 blackberries in a glass.
  3. Muddle the mint and blackberries to infuse the flavors into your beverage.
  4. Fill glass with ice.
  5. Garnish with a mint sprig.

 What is your favorite Maker’s Mark® cocktail for summertime? Let me know in the comments below!