A SALUTE TO THE 4TH Written by Arleen M. Kaptur
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************************* Paper plates, napkins, cups, and plastic utensils can vary - some red, some white, and some blue. Tie a basket with a colorful ribbon and place your utensils or napkins inside. Colorful straw hats, make-believe firecrackers made from construction paper and gold trim will give your table all beauty of Holiday! ************************ Having children at your doing? Make a treat they can’t resist - Serve home-made popsicles that are layered with three flavors of kool-aid. Strawberry or raspberry for bottom, icy white lemonade or other flavor for middle, and cool, blue raspberry for top. Place a tiny piece of red licorice string in “stick” layer before freezing. There is your “wick” for your firecracker pops. ************************** GRAND FINALE DESSERT Using a frozen pound cake, cut into ten slices. Place on bottom of a clear glass baking pan. Place a combination of cut-up strawberries, and blueberries on top of cake slices. Frost entire cake with Cool Whip or any dairy topping. In upper left-hand corner, place whole blueberries for states on our flag. Then line strawberries that have been cut in half lengthwise for “stripes”. Refrigerate until serving time. Cut along cake slices and each guest will have a beautiful, colorful treat. ************************* Menu Ideas - Grilled chicken legs, corn on cob, macaroni salad, and grand finale dessert ** Barbecued spareribs, Tomato/lettuce/cucumber salad, creamy cole slaw, corn on cob, peas and onions, ice cream sundaes with blueberries, strawberries and raspberries ** Barbecued chicken, buttermilk biscuits, coleslaw, watermelon slices ** Lemonade, grilled steak, grilled potato wedges, tossed salad, and dessert ** Burgers and franks on buns, baked beans, corn on cob, red/white/blue fruit plate with dip, and watermelon cookies ********************* However you celebrate, have a great time and ENJOY! ©Arleen M. Kaptur 2002 June 3
Arleen Kaptur has written numerous articles, how-to books, cookbooks, and the novel: SEARCHING FOR AUSTIN JAMES Websites: http://www.arleenssite.com http://www.Arleens-RusticLiving.com http://www.webspawner.com/users/rusticliving http://topica.com/lists/simpleliving
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Pile peach mixture onto meringue; top with vanilla whipped cream. Garnish with additional fresh peach slices and serve. **A bit of work but very well worth it. - This makes a great finale dessert to any special summertime meal. ****************************** PEACH SAUCE Use on ice cream, or French Toast - 4 large peaches, peeled, stone removed, and sliced, 1/4 tsp. almond extract, 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg In a blender at low speed, blend all ingredients together until smooth. ****************************** BAKED PEACHES Serve with pork chops or roast, even barbecued ribs 6 peaches, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 tbs. lemon juice, 1 cup water, 2 tbs. dairy butter Preheat oven to 350. Peel, halve, and remove pit. In a pan over medium-high heat, blend sugar, lemon juice, butter, and water to boiling. Lower heat and simmer for about 5 mins. Place in a baking pan. Add syrup. Cover and bake for 30 mins. or until fruit is tender. Serve, drained as a garnish or a fruit course. ******************************** Try peach ice cream or ice milk, stewed peaches or add peaches, first dipped in lemon juice to prevent darkening in your favorite fruit salad. Place peeled fresh peach slices on cottage cheese or with watercress and drizzle with French dressing. Use fresh peaches on ham or even in scrambled eggs. Fresh peaches are a summertime treat - use your imagination and give them a try. ENJOY! ©Arleen M. Kaptur 2002 http://www.Arleens-RusticLiving.com http://www.arleenssite.com
Arleen Kaptur has written numerous articles, cookbooks, and the novel: SEARCHING FOR AUSTIN JAMES Websites: http://www.arleenssite.com http://www.Arleens-RusticLiving.com http://www.webspawner.com/users/rusticliving/ http://topica.com/lists/simpleliving
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