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Celebrate the long Labor Day weekend with these 13 easy and delicious recipes! There's everything from appetizers to desserts.
I don't know about you, but Labor Day snuck up on me this year. I can hardly believe we are at the end of summer! Kids in our area went back to school this week, but it's still very much summer weather. We're looking forward to the upcoming holiday weekend and an extra day off.
These are some of our favorite end-of-summer recipes, perfect for celebrating Labor Day! There's everything from appetizers to desserts. Plus they can be prepped ahead and come together easily. They are great for easy entertaining or to share at a party or potluck. Give them a try and enjoy!
Best Ever, Super Easy Salsa
This fresh, vibrant easy salsa is loaded with delicious South of the Border flavor and comes together in less than 10 minutes.
Green Goddess Hummus (with free printable labels for gifting)
A bright fresh, healthy spread that's fabulous with crackers, chips, veggies, as a sandwich spread, on pita and so much more! This Green Goddess Hummus is about to become your next obsession!
Mexican Corn and Bean Salad
This Mexican Corn and Bean Salad is wonderful for potlucks, with chips and makes a fabulous side for sandwiches and grilled entreés.
Pepita Pecorino Kale Salad (Hillman's Pub Copycat Recipe)
A bright, vibrantly flavored salad, this Pepita Pecorino Kale Salad pairs deliciously with pizza, burgers, roasted or grilled entreés and it makes a healthy, hearty meal topped with grilled chicken. The easy brown-butter-roasted pepitas are the crunchy crowning glory!
Watermelon Arugula Salad with Pepper Jelly Dressing
With tender arugula, crisp cucumber and red onion, creamy blue cheese, crunchy candied pecans and lots of sweet, juicy melon this Watermelon Arugula Salad is beyond delicious!
Lemon Rosemary Potato Salad
Simple and delicious, this Rosemary Potato Salad is always popular! Is great for picnics, potlucks and parties because you don't have to worry about mayonnaise going bad!
Bacon Bourbon Barbecued Chicken Skewers
These Barbecued Chicken Skewers are beyond delicious, with tender chunks of spice-rubbed chicken breast, smoky bacon and crisp red onion. They're grilled to perfection, then charred with a super easy Bourbon Barbecue Sauce.Â
Perfectly Grilled Steak with Garlic Lime Butter
With a delicious Mexican-inspired dry rub, melting garlic lime butter and a few easy grilling tricks this recipe for perfectly grilled steak is sure to become a favorite!
Italian Grilled Chicken Breasts • Moist, Tender and SO Delicious!
If you think chicken breasts are dry and bland, think again! This Italian Grilled Chicken Breasts recipe yields golden-brown, juicy-tender, crazy-delicious results with minimal effort. The optional Salmoriglio sauce is the crowning glory!
Brown Sugar Balsamic Pulled Pork
This easy Brown Sugar Balsamic Pulled Pork takes minutes to put together, then the slow cooker (or instant pot) takes over. It's a delicious crowd pleaser!
Easy Blackberry Crumble Pie
When you're in the mood for a delicious dessert that involves minimal effort. this Blackberry Crumble Pie might just become your best friend. With a sweet, juicy berry filling, a buttery, mounded crumb topping and a few tricks to make a storebought crust taste like homemade this a sweet treat you'll want to make on repeat!
Ridiculously Easy Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake
This delicious, one-bowl, no-mixer Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake is one of our favorite desserts EVER! It's also one of the quickest and easiest cakes you'll ever make!
Make-Ahead Brownie S'Mores in Ramekins
With a graham cracker shortbread crust, a layer of fudgy chocolate brownie and a crisp, gooey toasted marshmallow topping, this super easy Brownie S'Mores recipe transforms the beloved classic campfire treat into an elegant, portable dessert that kids of all ages will go crazy over.
Thought for the day:
I lift up my eyes to the mountains.
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from The Lord,
The Maker of heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:1-2
What we're listening to for inspiration:
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Chris,
You responded to my inquiry about baking pound cakes and what temperature to use to ensure they are done and not over done. I have been following (and sharing your tips with others) and have had great success. Thank you.
My current dilema is one of the cakes I baked Wednesday for our church fundraiser ( will be baking 20 in all) split like one would cut a slice once I took it out of the pan to cool. I have a photo if you would like to see it. Do you have any idea what might cause the cake to do that?
Thank you in advance for responding. I love your blog and recipes. Thanks so much for sharing your love of cooking.