Punch Bowl Cake

Desserts, Holidays, Parties, Summer
August 15, 2010 This is one of my favorite recipes.  I used to make this as a teenager to take to picnics and outings.  It is simple to make and the taste is out of this world good! This recipe makes enough to fill a large punch bowl, but if you want to make one for just your family {More...}

Macaroni Salad

Budget Friendly, Salads, Side Dishes, Summer, Vegetarian Recipes
June 6, 2010 This cool refreshing salad is great anytime.  Using Greek Yogurt helps keep this dish lighter than using a ton of mayonnaise without compromising the flavor.  Make this dish the day before a cookout or family gathering to give the flavors time to combine. 8 oz small shell pasta (or any kind you like) 4 green onions cleaned {More...}

Apple Berry Crisp

Desserts, Summer
This crisp is so good!  It is nice to take advantage of summer harvests and use fresh berries instead of frozen.  The flavors compliment each other nicely and it doesn’t take all day to put this one together.  Try it, you’re whole family will be glad  you did. 2 large Apples (i used red delicious {More...}

Cherry Lemon-Limeade

Beverages, Parties, Summer
May 31, 2010 If you are looking for something a little different try this fruity drink.  My whole family loved it, yours will too. 1 package cherry or black cherry fruit drink mix 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/3 cup lime juice 1 cup sugar water Pour all ingredients into a 2 quart pitcher.  Add enough water to finish {More...}

Strawberry Mango Smoothie

Beverages, Good For You, Summer
May 29, 2010 My whole family loves smoothies but I have one family member that does not like bananas.  I created this recipe for him, but you will never miss the banana. 1 cup frozen strawberries 1 cup plain yogurt or strawberry yogurt 1/4 cup strawberry syrup (the kind you make strawberry milk with) 1/3 cup mango nectar 1/4 {More...}

Mocha Frappé

Beverages, Summer
May 17, 2010 There is nothing better than a cool refreshing drink on a hot summer day.  This Mocha Frappé really hits the spot.  It’s easy to make and absolutely delicious! 4 cups ice 1 2/3 cups milk 2 heaping Tablespoons hot fudge sundae sauce 1/4 cup chocolate syrup 3 or 4 Tablespoons premium instant coffee dissolved in 1/2 cup {More...}