Peach Bellini Punch

Ingredients

2 Bottles of Peach Wine

2 Packages of Frozen Peaches

1 Bottle of Prosecco

Directions

1.)  Puree 1 1/2 bags of Peaches in blender

2.)  Mix together Peaches, Peach Wine, and Prosecco in beverage dispenser of choice and top with remaining frozen peaches

**You can double the recipe based on party size.  This served 10 people

Prosecco Lemonade Punch

Ingredients

1 Can of Frozen Pink Lemonade

1  2 Liter Bottle of Sprite Zero

1-2 Bottles of Champagne (I used 2 Bottles of Prosecco)

1 Bag of Frozen Strawberries (they add flavor and act as ice)

**To make an individual glass of this punch follow this recipe

1/2 Can of Sprite

1/2 Cup of Pink Lemonade (Ready to serve juice)

1 Cup of Prosecco

Handful of strawberries

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Ingredients

2 Cups of Fresh Basil

1/3 Cup of Pine Nuts

1/2 Cup of Parmesan Cheese

3 teaspoons of Garlic

1/2 Cup of Olive Oil

Juice of 1 Lemon

1/2 teaspoon Salt

1/2 teaspoon Pepper

1 package of Pasta

Directions

1.)  Using a Food Processor or Blender add in Basil and Pine Nuts and pulse until finely chopped

2.)  Add in Garlic, Parmesan Cheese, Salt & Pepper and pulse again

3.)  Add in Lemon Juice and slowly drizzle in Olive Oil while blending until all ingredients are mixed together

4.)  Cook Pasta according to package

5.)  Once Pasta is cooked mix in Pesto with pasta and serve

I can’t think of a better dessert that screams summer than s’mores!  I have a few desserts that kick up the classic summer staple up a notch!!  These are perfect for all your fall bonfires too!

S’Mores Bars

S’mores Bars Recipe Courtesy of:  If You Give A Blonde A Kitchen

S’Mores Pie

Ingredients

1 Graham Cracker Pie Crust (You can also crumble graham crackers and place into bottom of pie dish)

1 Cup of Marshmallow Fluff

3 Chocolate Bars

2 Cups of Marshmallows

Directions

1.)  Spread Marshmallow Fluff on the bottom of the Graham Cracker Pie Crust (If you are not using a premade crust, crush the Graham Crackers and place on bottom of a greased pie pan

2.)  Break Chocolate Squares apart and line the bottom of the pie crust with chocolate

3.)  Top with Marshmallows and additional crumbled Graham Crackers

4.)  Place in oven and bake at 350 Degrees for 20 minutes or until golden brown

***If you have a creme brulee torch you can also use that to toast the top

There is nothing better than a fresh cold salad in the summer.  One of my favorites to make is a tomato and mozzarella salad.  Here is an easy recipe that makes a great side dish for your summer dinners!

Tomato and Mozzarella Salad Recipe

Ingredients

3-5 Heirloom Tomatoes, Sliced

1 Package of Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Sliced

1 Bunch of fresh Basil

1 TBSP. Olive Oil

Salt and Pepper to taste

2 TBSP. Balsamic Glaze

Directions

1.)  Slice Tomatoes and Mozzarella and place on serving platter

2.)  Sprinkle with Salt, Pepper, and Olive Oil

3.)  Add Basil throughout the platter and sprinkle with balsamic glaze

Peach Bellini Punch

Ingredients

2 Bottles of Peach Wine

2 Packages of Frozen Peaches

1 Bottle of Champagne

Directions

1.)  Puree 1 1/2 bags of Peaches in blender

2.)  Mix together Peaches, Peach Wine, and Champagne in beverage dispenser of choice and top with remaining frozen peaches

**You can double the recipe based on party size.  This served 10 people

Fruit Salsa

Ingredients

2 Peaches

2 Mangos

4 Kiwi

1 cup of Strawberries

1 TBSP Cilantro

Juice of 1 Lime

1 tsp. Honey

Directions

1.)  Finely chop all fruit and cilantro and place in mixing bowl

2.)  Squeeze juice of lime over fruit and add honey

3.)  Mix all ingredients together and place in fridge until ready to serve

4.)  Serve with Cinnamon and Sugar Pita Chips (tastes delicious with Tortilla chips too, sweet and salty)

**You can use any fruit you would like

Pineapple Salsa

Ingredients

4 Jalapenos

1 Red Pepper

1 Orange Pepper

1/2 of a Red Onion

2 Cups of Pineapple

1 TBSP Cilantro

Juice of 1 Lime

Sprinkle of Salt

Directions

1.)  Finely dice jalapenos, peppers, red onion, cilantro and pineapple.  Place in mixing bowl

2.)  Add juice of lime to bowl and salt

3.)  Mix all ingredients together and place in fridge until ready to serve

Watermelon Margarita Recipe

Ingredients

4 Cups of Watermelon, cubed

4 Cups of Ice

1 Cup of Tequila

1 Cup of Triple Sec

1 Lime, Juiced

Directions

1.)  Using a blender puree Watermelon and Ice.

2.)  Add in Lime Juice, Tequila, and Triple Sec.  Blend again to mix all ingredients together

3.)  Pour into a pitcher and chill until ready to serve

**You can also slice limes to add to glasses for garnishing

***Can also take lime around the edge of your glass and dip rim of glass in salt or sugar

Frozen Rose Cocktail

Frozen Rose

No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

Summer Berry Trifle

Ingredients

1 Fresh Angel Food Cake, cubed into bite size pieces

1 Pint Blueberries

1 Container of Strawberries, sliced

1 Vanilla Pudding Mix, prepared according to package

1 Container of Cool Whip

Directions

1.)  Prepare vanilla pudding according to package and place in fridge to set

2.)  Slice strawberries and cut angel food cake into bite size pieces

3.)  Begin layering Trifle with angel food cake, pudding, cool whip, strawberries and blueberries.  Repeat layering until you end with Cool Whip on top.  Then create design with fruit on top

Red White and Blue Fruit Cookies

Ingredients

1 Package Store Bought Sugar Cookie Dough

1 Container Cool Whip

1 8 oz. Block of Cream Cheese

1/4 Cup Powdered Sugar

2 tsp. Vanilla Extract

2 Cups Fruit of Choice (I used a mix of Strawberries, Blueberries, and Raspberries)

Directions 

1.)  Bake Sugar Cookies according to package and let cool

2.) Mix together Cream Cheese, Cool Whip, Powdered Sugar, and Vanilla using a hand mixer

3.)  Spread Icing on the Cookies and Decorate with Fruit of Choice

Cinco de Mayo is another fun excuse to throw a party and make some festive food and drinks!  Here are some of my favorite recipes that I make all summer long for parties!

Mango Salsa Recipe

Ingredients

2 Mangos

1 Red Pepper

1 Green Pepper

2 Jalapenos

1 Small Red Onion

1 Small Bunch of Cilantro

Juice of 1 Lime

Pinch of Salt

Directions

1.) Chop mangos, red pepper, green pepper, jalapenos, red onion, and cilantro

2.)  Mix all together in a medium bowl

3.)  Juice the lime over the salsa mixture and add salt

4.)  Mix and Enjoy

**You can eat right away but I always refrigerate for at least an hour before serving

Margarita Cheesecake Bites

No Bake Margarita Cheesecake Bites