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Root Beer Float Popsicles

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Root Beer Float Popsicles are made with A&W® Root Beer and vanilla ice cream packed into popsicle molds and frozen for a delicious treat made with only two ingredients.

Growing up in the Pacific Northwest was amazing and full of adventure. I remember riding my bike down big hills, finding frogs in the creek, going blackberry picking at my grandparents, road trips with the family, baking strawberry pies, hiking the mountains one day while dipping my toes in the ocean the next and enjoying an old fashioned root beer float on a hot day made with vanilla ice cream and A&W Root Beer.

The beach may be far from where I am raising my own children here in the Midwest but the memories are just as fantastic.  Running through the sprinkler, spending long days at the amusement park, exploring every corner of the city and just like my own childhood, enjoying some A&W Root Beer. My root beer got fun twist today with these Root Beer Float Popsicles. Easy to make, creamy and refreshing on a hot day!

Walmart

My one stop shop for summer fun is Walmart! From outdoor toys and flowers for the front porch to adorable clothes and all sorts of snacks, like A&W Root Beer and vanilla ice cream. Walmart has a little bit of everything at great prices.

A&W is celebrating its 100th anniversary! Anything that has been around 100 years must be good, which is why it will be on my Walmart shopping list all summer long!

Find more ideas for celebrating memories inspired by A&W Root Beer by clicking HERE.

Root Beer Float Popsicles

Root Beer Float Popsicles are sweet with a strong note of delicious vanilla that lingers in your mouth. The taste is timeless and may just bring back some forgotten childhood memories.

Tips & Tricks

Let the ice cream sit out for 5 minutes or until it gets soft and slightly melted before placing into popsicle molds. This will make it easier to fill each mold and also allows that A&W Root Beer to mix in a bit to create a creamy popsicle.

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Root Beer Float Popsicles

Root Beer Float Popsicles are made with A&W® Root Beer and vanilla ice cream packed into popsicle molds and frozen for a delicious treat made with only two ingredients. 
Author Amber

Ingredients

  • 15 ounces A&W® Root Beer
  • 1 cup vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  • Let the vanilla ice cream sit out for 5 minutes or until it becomes slightly melted. 
  • Fill each mold a third to half full of ice cream. 
  • Fill each mold with A&W Root Beer. Since the root beer will foam, let it sit for a minute until that foam goes down and fill some more until you have liquid to the top of each mold. 
  • Put the popsicle mold lid on and insert popsicle sticks. 
  • Let freeze overnight and serve. You can run the mold under lukewarm water for a minute to release the popsicles from the mold easier. 

Notes

Ingredient amounts may me different dependent on your popsicle molds. 

Is A&W Root Beer part of your childhood memories? Let me know how in the comments below. 

 

Strawberry Lemonade

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Strawberry Lemonade is made with fresh strawberries, lemons, honey and a little sugar for a refreshing beverage this summer. 

The weather is heating up and summer is coming! I love summer. I love the sunshine, the heat, flip flops and swimming with the kids. Most of all though, I love lounging outside and enjoying time with friends and family. This beverage is the perfect lounging outside on a hot day kind of drink. 

Strawberry Lemonade

Strawberry Lemonade is both sweet and tart with a strong flavor of strawberry that is just so delicious. This is a great non-alcoholic beverage for the family or you can add a shot of vodka to make it an adult beverage after a long, hot summer day. 

Tips & Tricks

Strain

You can use a sieve to strain the blended strawberries to remove the seeds and pulp. This is an optional step but I find when you are having a gathering, it is best to strain because not everyone likes pulp. Plus, the step is simple and only takes a minute. 

Sugar

You can make this lemonade as sweet as you like. You will need some sugar to cut back on the tartness of the lemons. Strawberries already have a lot of natural sugar and honey is also added so 1/4 cup to 1/2 extra sugar should be plenty. 



 

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Strawberry Lemonade

Strawberry Lemonade is made with fresh strawberries, lemons, honey and a little sugar for a refreshing beverage this summer. 
Servings 8 servings
Author Amber

Ingredients

  • 1 pound strawberries hulled
  • 1 1/2 cups lemon juice aprox 7 lemons
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 6 cups water
  • ice
  • lemon slices garnish
  • mint garnish

Instructions

  • Wash and hull the strawberries and  juice the lemons. 
  • Place strawberries, honey and lemon juice into blender. Blend well. 
  • Send mixture through a sieve to strain or add directly to a pitcher of ice. Add 6 cups water. 
  • Add sugar to taste. I like it with 1/2 cup but you can add less or more depending on your personal taste. 
  • Add lemon slices and mint to garnish. Stir well and serve. 

What is your favorite part about summer? Let me know in the comments below. 

How to Perfectly Grill Corn

How to Perfectly Grill Corn

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Summer is officially here and grilling season has begun! Today, I am sharing my tips on How to Perfectly Grill Corn every time and sharing how I combat heartburn with TUMS* Sugar-Free for all of this seasons grilling.

WHAT IS HEARTBURN?

Heartburn is an irritation of the esophagus caused by stomach acid that can lead to pain in the chest and throat. There are many triggers for the discomfort you feel from heartburn including consuming particular foods, medications prescribed, physical changes or conditions, and daily habits.

For a full list of symptoms, you should see the TUMS label for symptoms of heartburn.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF HEARTBURN?

Foods

A common heartburn trigger is some of the foods you eat. Many of your favorite summertime grill out foods are on this list from onions, tomatoes, meat, tea, and spices. Some other foods include:

  • Fried foods
  • Carbonated drinks
  • Citrus fruits and juices
  • Alcohol
  • Garlic
  • Chocolate

Medications

Medications can trigger heartburn. If you live with frequent heartburn and are on medication, make sure to speak to your doctor or pharmacist to see if a medication is the source of your discomfort.

Habits

Daily habits may also be a trigger to heartburn. I am guilty of eating too quickly which can lead to heartburn and it is a hard habit to break! You may be guilty of some of these other habits:

  • Eating large meals.
  • Eating before bed. Lying down after eating can bring on heartburn so make sure to eat a few hours before bedtime.
  • Working out right after a meal. No, this doesn’t get you out of exercise but make sure to eat a small meal or let the food settle before a workout.
  • Tight clothing around midsection may cause pressure on the stomach that triggers heartburn.
  • Alcohol consumption
  • Smoking

WHY IS TUMS SUGAR-FREE MY HEARTBURN RELIEF SOLUTION?

I won’t let my heartburn stop me from eating my favorite foods so I turn to TUMS Sugar-Free to provide fast relief of occasional heartburn. New TUMS Sugar-Free Melon Berry has all the extra-strength power of TUMS, without the sugar. Plus, it tastes great!

I found my TUMS Sugar-Free at Target next to the Pharmacy. TUMS Sugar-Free is also available at Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, and Amazon.

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HOW TO PERFECTLY GRILL CORN

Now that we talked about heartburn and how to get relief, let’s get to the good stuff – GRILLING! Today, we are grilling up some seasoned steak kabobs with onion, bell peppers, and tomato with fresh corn as a side with a garlic butter. A tall glass of iced tea with a lemon slice completes the meal. You can go ahead and count how many heartburn inducing foods are being consumed. Yea, it is a lot but TUMS Sugar-Free is on hand to go to work in seconds so let’s us get cooking, starting with the corn where I am sharing my tips on How to Perfectly Grill Corn.

Begin by prepping the fresh corn. Place the corn into water for a minimum of 30 minutes. Many people like to remove to husks before cooking, but leave the husk on. Trust me. The husk will trap water inside to help steam the corn while on the grill.

Put the corn onto the upper rack of the grill for 25 minutes, turning every 5 minutes. Your grill should be at a medium-high heat (450 – 500 degrees).

Remove corn from grill and carefully remove husk. A simple way to remove the husks is to cut the corn on the end where the husk is attached and then pull out the remaining husk. Spread butter over the corn while still hot and serve. We made a garlic butter today with loads of garlic, parsley, lemon juice and spices that are so delicious!

Whether you are grilling steaks, juicy hamburgers or loaded hot dogs, grilled corn is always the perfect side. Don’t forget to grab the #1 Pharmacists recommended antacid brand, TUMS, to get to work on heartburn relief so there is no reason to skip out on these beautiful grilling days ahead!

*Refer to the TUMS bottles for full directions, and use as directed.

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

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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. 

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23 Perfect Summer Drinks to Sip by the Pool

23 Perfect Summer Drinks to Sip by the Pool

We have found 23 Perfect Summer Drinks to Sip by the Pool! It is officially July now! Yes, July! Halloween will be here before we know it but we still need to survive this extreme summer heat the next 2 months! We rounded up some of the best non-alcoholic, refreshing, tasty drinks that are just…well… perfect for sipping by the pool.

Want some recipes with liquor that are great for summer? Check out 20 Drinks for 21+ for ideas!

 

Virgin Banana Daiquiris from Strength and Sunshine that are gluten-free and sugar-free.

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Peach Flavored Perfect Lemonade from Watch What U Eat. I could dive into this one today!

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Limonana from Lindsay’s Travel Kitchen. A refreshing Syrian favorite!

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Blackberry Ginger Mocktail from The Worktop. I am a huge fan of ginger ale, it is so refreshing and delicious.

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Lime Cranberry Mocktail from My Wife Can Cook. How gorgeous is this drink?

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Raspberry Peach Lemonade from Wanna Bite.

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Raspberry Kiddie Cocktail from All She Cooks. I am in love!

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even more Perfect Summer Drinks to Sip by the Pool

Copycat Chick-Fil-A frosted Lemonade from Mildly Meandering.

Easy Cucumber Lemonade from Mama Likes to Cook.

Blackberry Passion Tea Lemonade from Ashley Brooke Nicholas.

Homemade Orange Flavored Iced Tea from Bunny’s Warm oven.

Cantaloupe Agua Fresca Drink Recipe from Divine Lifestyle.

Freshly squeezed Single Serving Lemonade from Design, Eat, Repeat.

Strawberry Limeade from Low Carb Yum.

Non Alcoholic Copycat Painkiller Cocktail Recipe from Experimental Homesteader.

Lemonade Party Punch from The Country Chic Cottage.

Easy Lip Smacking Strawberry Lemonade from Small Town Woman.

Raspberry Mint Lime Cooler from Emma Eats and Explores.

Pomegranate Punch from All She Cooks.

Refreshing Cucumber and Lime Spritzer from Moms Who Save.

Cucumber Berry Blast from Dinner with Rollos.

Sparkling Raspberry Soda from Joy Filled Eats.

Peach Iced Tea from here at Simply Made Recipes.

 

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20 Summer Drinks for 21+

20 Summer Drinks for 21+

We have another round up today for 20 Summer Drinks for 21+. A list of 20 ahhh-mazing summer drinks that were created for hot summer days! There is a mix of everything from whiskey, vodka, to sangria and tequilas.

I just have one question. Which one will you pick to sip by the pool first?

 

Peach Whiskey Iced Tea from Serena Bakes made with fresh peaches that is perfect for days lounging by the pool.

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Vodka Mint Lemonade Cocktail from Honey & Lime made with Stoli vodka and fresh berries.

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Passionberry Kombucha Martinis from Stacey Homemaker. Kombucha is something I have never had before but apparently tastes like a bubbly sweet tea. Yum!

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Tropical Moscato Sangria from Living Sweet Moments with dragon fruit, kiwi and blackberries.

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Best Ever 2 Ingredient Watermelon Vodka Slushie from my friend over at Easy Cooking with Molly. You guessed it- watermelon and vodka!

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The Crazy Good and Easy Sangria Recipe that you will want to make all summer long from Eze Breezy.

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Fresh Blackberry Mango Mojito from Diary of a Debutante . Mojitos and summer are just the perfect pair.

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Skinny Wine Spritzer from Hungry Hobby with wine soaked fruits.

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More Great Summer Drink Recipes

 

Rhubarb Mojito from Living Sweet Moments.

Strawberry Grapefruit Whiskey Iced Tea from Serena Bakes.

Hibiscus Sangria from Immaculate Ruemu.

High Tide Cocktail from Ann’s Entitled Life.

Mango Jalapeno Margarita from Easy Cooking with Molly.

Pineapple Upside Cake Mixed Drink from The Neighborhood Moms.

Rose French 75 from Nomageddon.

Strawberry Thyme Margaritas from My Wife Can Cook.

Mezcal Margarita from Emma Eats and Explores.

Homemade Fruity Red Wine Sangria from Happy Foods.

Strawberry Lime Vodka Tonic from here at Simply Made Recipes.

 

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Grilled Chicken and Steak Kabobs

Grilled Chicken and Steak Kabobs

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and Constellation Brands. All opinions are mine alone. The following content is intended for readers who are 21 or older. #SummertimeCerveza #CollectiveBias

Grilled Chicken and Steak Kabobs marinated with Modelo Negra and Modelo Especial, garlic, soy sauce, onion, brown sugar, and cilantro with fresh bell pepper, zucchini and cherry tomatoes.  We are having friends over tonight to grill out, drink some cold beers and play a little soccer. I am looking forward to these beer marinated kabobs that are tender with a pinch of sweetness and garlic.

The secret ingredient for these Grilled Chicken and Steak Kabobs is Modelo.  Chicken kabobs are paired with the Modelo Especial and steak kabobs are paired with the Modelo Negra. The Modelo Especial is a light beer that is well balanced and crisp, which pairs very nicely with chicken. The Modelo Negra is a full flavored dark brew with a smooth taste that adds depth to the steak kabobs. Modelo is brewed with a fighting spirit with high quality and distinctive styles of beer that are perfect for our kabobs today!

Why marinate meat with beer? The most important reason is beer tenderizes the meat. Secondly, you can bring in another dimension of flavor that is more rich and earthy. There is also research out there that supports that beer used in meat marinades can reduce carcinogens, which means reduce your cancer risk. Those are 3 pretty darn good reasons to crack open a beer when marinating meat.

Modelo Especial and Modelo Negra are eaily found on the beer asile in the fridge section. Look for Modelo 12 ounce bottles and cans. Don’t forget the fresh limes!

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The husband and I both played soccer when we were younger and are excited for Modelo to have such a big part in the soccer world.

While writing this, I’m reminded of an experience I had vacationing down in Mexico a few years back. USA and Mexico soccer teams were playing a big game against each other so we ventured out to a local bar to drink some cold cervezas while eating great food and watching the game. We had such a great time with the locals cheering on our teams. I can only imagine what it would be like to actually be at a big game like that. Such a blast!

 

The meat will marinate for 2 hours prior to grilling. You may also marinate overnight if you wish. In two separate bags, add your minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, cilantro, onion and of course, the Modelo. Chop your steak and chicken into large bite sized pieces and add to the bags. Match the chicken with Modelo Especial and steak with the Modelo Negra. However, you can switch around the beer used for the marinades. Use Modelo Especial for both possibly. You are the boss. Do whatever your heart desires.

Vegetables used for these Grilled Chicken and Steak Kabobs are also up to you. I used green bell pepper, red bell pepper, zucchini and cherry tomatoes today. Onions or mushrooms would be great swaps. Whichever vegetables you pick, chop into large bite size pieces and assemble onto the skewers with the meat.

 

Grilled Chicken and Steak Kabobs are pretty simple to make and you can use various vegetables. I have a few tips to making great kabobs.

  1. Use your Modelo marinade for flavor and tenderness.
  2. Soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before using…. unless you want the skewers on fire (if using wooden skewers).
  3. Place the chicken kabobs on the grill 5 minutes before the steak kabobs. We want to make sure the chicken is cooked thoroughly and juices are running clear. The steak can have a pinch of pink.

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  • 1 pound chicken breast, thin cut
  • 1 pound sirloin
  • 1 small white onion
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce, low sodium
  • 6 ounces Modelo Especial
  • 6 ounces Modelo Negra
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 10 cherry tomatoes
  • 1 zucchini
  1. Wash vegetables and cilantro well.
  2. Dice garlic cloves and chop cilantro and onion.
  3. Grab 2 large Ziploc bags. In each bag, add 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 diced garlic, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/2 chopped onion, and 1/4 cup cilantro.
  4. Chop your chicken and steak into large bite size cubes. Add chicken into one bag and the steak in the other bag.
  5. Pour 6 ounces of Modelo Especial into the chicken bag.
  6. Pour 6 ounces Modelo Negra into the steak bag.
  7. Place bags in fridge and let marinate for 2 hours.
  8. Place the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. (if using the wooden type)
  9. Chop your red and green bell pepper into large bite sizes pieces.
  10. Slice the zucchini.
  11. Assemble the skewers placing the vegetables between meat layers. Keep the steak and chicken on separate skewers because they have different cook times.
  12. Heat grill to a medium-high heat.
  13. Place the chicken skewers on the grill.
  14. Place the steak skewers on the grill 5 minutes after the chicken.
  15. Rotate every few minutes until chicken is fully cooked and juices run clear. Chicken will have a total cook time of 15 minutes. Steak will have a total cook time of 10 minutes.
  16. Serve with an ice cold Modelo on the side.

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Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa

Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa

Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa is sweet with a spicy kick. I am really excited to share this recipe with everyone. The dish is bursting with amazing flavors! Plus, it is grilling season so bring on the outdoor recipes, right?

Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa

Strawberry Salsa is easy to make and utilizes all fresh ingredients. You can’t beat completely fresh. This recipe is very similar to pineapple salsa from Pork Tacos with Pineapple Salsa. The strawberries give a nice tart flavor that pairs well with the spicy jalapeno and onion. I make my strawberry salsa spicy but if you don’t enjoy spice that much and want it more mild, simply remove the seeds from the jalapeno before chopping up the salsa ingredients.

Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa

I just realized that my past few recipes have involved honey. We eat a whole lot of honey in this house and it is one of my favorite ingredients for cooking. Depending on what type of honey you buy, it can various flavor profiles from fruity to nutty. I tend to go with the honey that is on the sweeter side to act as a sweetener in recipes. Plus, the consistency sticks really well to everything. Especially love honey for meat marinades. Try the Sweet ‘N’ Spicy Baked Salmon or the Spicy Honey Grilled Chicken Recipe for more recipes using honey that are both great summer recipes.

Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa

How to grill chicken. Grilling chicken can be a disaster but it doesn’t have to be.  You want to cook on a medium to high heat. The preparation of the chicken and shape is important. Yes, your chicken’s shape is important today. I buy the thinly cut chicken breasts when grilling. You can also choose to use a meat pounder to get the chicken at a consistent thickness. This allows for more even cooking and you aren’t waiting for the thickest portion to cook while the rest dries out. Cook each side for about 7 minutes or until the internal temperature is at 165 degrees.

I love getting those slightly charred bites in mixture of the sweet strawberries and spicy jalapenos this Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa recipe. Such an awesome combination.

Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa

Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa
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Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa
  • Honey Chicken
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 pounds chicken breasts (thin cut or pounded)
  • .5 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium
  • .5 lime
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • pinch of pepper
  • Strawberry Salsa
  • .5 green bell pepper
  • 1 jalapeno
  • 1/4 white onion
  • 1 lime
  • 1 pint strawberries
  • .5 cup cilantro
  1. Pound the chicken breasts if you need to even out the thickness.
  2. Marinate the chicken. In a large Ziploc bag, add honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, freshly squeezed lime, olive oil and a pinch of pepper. Mix and add the chicken.
  3. Place chicken in fridge to marinate 20 minutes to 2 hours.
  4. Pre heat your grill to a medium high heat.
  5. Prep your strawberry salsa. Finely dice half a green bell pepper, 1/4 of a white onion and 1 jalapeno. Toss into a small mixing bowl.
  6. Dice your strawberries and chop the cilantro. Add to the bowl.
  7. Squeeze 1 lime and give the strawberry salsa a mix.
  8. Cook chicken for 7 minutes on each side.
  9. Remove from grill and top with strawberry salsa.
  10. Enjoy!

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Grilled Honey Chicken with Strawberry Salsa