Recipezaar: Summer,Kid Pleaser recipes

Banana Popsicles

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:48:54 -0400

From CD Kitchen. Really should be called Double Banana Popsicles. -- posted by dicentra

Orange-Banana Smoothie Pops

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:49:35 -0400

From Country Living. -- posted by dicentra

Kiwifruit Popsicles

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:52:14 -0400

Kiwi and lemon. Yum! From CD Kitchen. Can either be served as a sorbet or a popsicle. -- posted by dicentra

Banana Blueberry Swirl Popsicles

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:52:54 -0400

Martha Stewart. -- posted by dicentra

Kool-Aid Slushies

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 02:04:42 -0400

It is very good. I got it from a Kool-aid wrapper. -- posted by Learning Daughter 12

Cucumber Lemonade

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:47:31 -0400

So refreshing on a hot day! -- posted by mama's kitchen

Summertime Iced Tea

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:32:50 -0400

A refreshing drink from Gooseberry Patch. The lemonade adds a nice, clean taste to this iced tea. For a really cool and original way to serve this drink to guests, check out step 3. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Dagwood Burgers

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:36:47 -0400

This is a cute name for these if you remember Dagwood's sandwiches from the Blondie cartoons! This Gooseberry Patch recipe includes lots of flavours for a great burger. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Dried Blueberries (Method)

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:48:56 -0400

I ripped this from a Thanksgiving book. The book said " today we store blueberries in the refrigerator or freezer. In the 1620's, Americans dried berries to preserve them for winter. The Pilgrims referred to these little, round, blue skinned berries as whortleberries or billberries...often Native Americans rehydrated or plumped up their dried berries by soaking them in hot water for 15 minutes before serving." This could be a healthy snack or a nice add in for a salad or for whatever you can think of. -- posted by Oolala

Vanilla Orange Freezer Pops

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:09:16 -0400

"These creamy vanilla-flavored orange juice pops will transport you back to the days of standing in line at the ice cream truck. Add a couple drops each of yellow and red natural food dye to give them a more vivid orange color." Recipe from Eating Well Magazine. Update: WOWZERS are these good!!! I cut the recipe in half which allowed me to use just one 6oz cup of yogurt and it made 5 small Tupperware size popsicles. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Fresh Fruit Ice Pops (Ice Lollies)

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 16:12:07 -0400

Ideal for summer days or just getting one of your 5 a day. Can use and fruit such as strawberries, pineapple, peaches, oranges and lemons. Makes 4-8 lollies dependent upon your lollies mould capacity. -- posted by EliteTwig

Glazed Fresh Berry Pie

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 14:19:30 -0400

This is an absolutely scrumptious pie, based on one originally published in The Vancouver Sun. With its fresh summer berries piled high in a baked pie shell and a glaze poured over top, it makes a nice change from traditional pies, where the fruit is cooked. It makes a wonderful summer dessert with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream on top. (I am from Canada, but for you Americans, it would make a wonderful 4th of July dessert (strawberries, blueberries AND whipped cream) (smiles). The original recipe in The Sun called for fresh raspberries (2 cups for the glaze and 6 cups for the filling), and it's wonderful with that too, but raspberry season is very short, and this strawberry/blueberry filling is wonderful too. I have yet to try it with blackberries, but might do that this summer too .... -- posted by JacquelynLee

All-American BBQ Sliders

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 14:20:10 -0400

I came across this recipe while I was checking my email. A friend of mine back home finds recipes that she likes, but her hubby doesn't like to experiment with new recipes. So she sends them to me & I test them out for her. (My DH has been my taste tester for 10 years & loving every minute of it!!) So I tried this the other day & it was awesome. My DH ate 5 in one sitting & my two boys ate 4 each. -- posted by lnieland

Lime Butter

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:31:45 -0400

Great on corn hot off the grill! I made this for our dinner on July 4th. We had grilled chicken, grilled corn, cherry tomato salad with Mississippi sweet onions, and hot sour dough bread. Delicious! -- posted by Trinkets

Polynesian Curry

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:29:20 -0400

My mom used to make this delicious Polynesian recipe when I was a kid. I just love the different toppings you can add to this basic coconut curry base. You can make it as spicy or as sweet as you want. -- posted by Krista Roes

Quick and Easy Strawberry Lemonade

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:44:28 -0400

This is a simple recipe for a quick and delicious strawberry lemonade for a party or just for your fridge! -- posted by Azdaizey

Tarte Aux Abricots - Glazed French Apricot Tart With Almonds

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:12:06 -0400

This is my favourite type of French fruit tart, even more so than apple tart! Our local Patisserie makes a wonderful Tarte aux Abricots, but they are quite expensive and VERY large, much too big for the two of us when we have no B and B guests! So, I have been tinkering in the kitchen again, and have come up with this recipe. You MUST use fresh apricots for this - tinned ones are too soft and too sweet. Plus, I love the slightly tart flavour that the fresh apricots lend to the flavours of this tart. The ground almonds are scattered over the base of the short crust pastry case to stop it becoming soggy during cooking; they also provide a complimentary flavour to the apricots. A classic French tart that will make a delightful ending to any special meal or for afternoon tea. Serve this tart with fresh whipped cream or crème fraiche. -- posted by French Tart

Old-Fashioned English Summer Berry Jelly and Ice Cream!

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:17:56 -0400

Little wibbly-wobbly ruby red jellies with mixed summer berries, so cooling and great with ice cream. There is nothing I love more than taking a basket to the end of my garden to pick an assortment of ripe summer berries when they are in season! The sense of satisfaction at picking your own fruit is wonderful. Although I have called these little jellies English summer berry jellies, I DO make these in France of course - it's just that the berries remind me of my grandparent's gardens and picking the fruit when I was little...plus, the combination of berries is the same as a traditional English Summer Pudding recipe! I make these in little vintage metal moulds, they look so pretty served this way; you can of course make this recipe in a large mould, but DO allow extra time for the jelly to set. -- posted by French Tart

Arizonica Grape Preserves

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 02:27:42 -0400

This recipe has been adapted from another homesteader in the UK. It uses native grapes to my area and locally grown in my front yard. I substituted local agave nectar for the sugar at a ratio of 1 cup sugar to 3/4 cup agave sugar. It is enough to preserve a dozen 1/2 pint jelly jars. Each jar has 16 servings of 1 Tbsp. -- posted by Dæl de Sunne Hamstede

Girl Guide (Scout) Thin Mint Smores

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:21:40 -0400

This hardly even qualifies as a recipe but they are delicious! I never really liked smores before I was inspired to combine these ingredients. -- posted by Lille

Yummy Ribs - Baked & BBQ'd - Easy!!

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 10:01:12 -0400

This is a recipe discovery (and my first posting of a recipe) but I've gotten so many amazing recipes off this site that I thought I owe it to the site to post an amazing and super-easy rib recipe. The delicious part of this is that it is so completely HANDS OFF that they can cook all day with a quick finish on the bar-b and your guests will be crooning for hours. Make lots - they go quick!! I should mention this recipe is so flexible - adjust however you like and you'll still get an amazing result!! I like to serve it with baked sweet potato (simply chop up a sweet potato, wrap in foil, and throw them in the oven for the last 30-45 mins) and coleslaw. mmmm goood. You can also "improve" any store bought sauce by adding ketchup, brown sugar or maple syrup or honey to suit your tastes - if you like garlic, add that too for a personalized "wow" result. -- posted by pamcake

Tropical Twister Smoothies

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:11:13 -0400

A great tasting family breakfast smoothie that is also good for you; add the rum for an adult version, if you like. You can sub strawberries for the mango and papaya to make strawberry pineapple banana smoothies. Yum..... -- posted by BecR

Rhubarb Crisp: a Celebration of Summer!

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:48:58 -0400

My rhubarb flourishes at the end of my clothesline, right next to a patch of hollyhocks that sway in the summer breezes. Right now there are some little birds (I can't make them out with my spotting scope) snatching up pine needles and flitting about busily. Anyway, this recipe comes from the June '09 issue of *Country Living*. I do live in the country, and have an abundance of rhubarb. It's easy to freeze the cut-up pieces, and if you toss the pieces with sugar (right in the zipper bag), you can pop it in the freezer and use them later. The extra sugar will be fine in the recipe! -- posted by Debber

Easy Peach Cobbler from Southern Living

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:44:13 -0400

Delish Summer dessert. Must serve with real vanilla ice cream for the full effect! I omit the nutmeg, always use the cinnamon. Southern Living, JUNE 1997 -- posted by Shabby Sign Shoppe

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 13:09:05 -0400

Zucchini never tasted so good! From The Victorian Veranda Bed and Breakfast. -- posted by cookiedog

Pineapple Coconut Popsicles

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:59:10 -0400

This is so simple and quick, yet yummy and healthy! A 3 ingredient recipe that adults and children alike will love! The number of servings depends on the size of your popsicle moulds. -- posted by Shuzbud

Blueberry Topping for Ice Cream

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:59:29 -0400

This is from Martha Stewart -- posted by Kermit in Huntsville

Taco Burgers for a Midwesterner!

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:07:13 -0400

Less-messy than a taco, and you don't have to bend your head side-ways to eat them either! A tasty twist on the same-old thing burger! Something different to serve for Cinco de Mayo, too!!! Thanks to Taste of Home Holiday (Barbecues) cookbooklet for this recipe, Summer 2009. -- posted by Debber

Nif's Butterflied Grilled Whole Chicken

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 10:56:17 -0400

YUM, YUM, YUM! And easy too :). The instructions are easier than they look - I was just being specific. This chicken cooks much quicker than a regular whole chicken because of the method that I use. Only 2 ingredients makes this a quick last minute delicious dish. Adjust the amount of rub used according to your own taste; I use 2 tablespoons total. If you don't have rub, you can just use some salt and pepper. The cooking time may vary slightly as not all barbeques cook at the same temperature. Enjoy! -- posted by Nif

Bass Lake Fruit Smoothies

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:10:44 -0400

This is my recipe for smoothies that I always use. We drank many of these while Holidaying at Bass Lake California, hence the name. My daughter loves these, and it's a great morning treat, especially before school, it helps get her moving! I let her choose what flavour she wants the night before, and bring it up to her while she's getting ready for School. The key is the vanilla yogourt, it gives it a great flavour. -- posted by ~Leslie~

1000 Island Potato Salad

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:13:48 -0400

This is the potato salad my mom always made while I was growing up, and it is SOOO good! I always get asked for the recipe when I bring it to parties. -- posted by SusanShare

Fastest Lunch or Dinner Ever! (Healthy Too, W/Black Beans)

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:45:17 -0400

Forget wasting time waiting in the McD's line. This healthy dish is more delicious, nutritious, and fast. All 4 of my kids love this because it is mild, not like most black bean dishes. To be sure, it is simple and plain, but sometimes that is the best. It can be supplemented with as many things as you can imagine--grilled chicken pieces, cheese, cilantro, tomato, black olives, green onions, etc., but we all love it just like this. -- posted by annlouise

Burger King Chicken Fries

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:36:47 -0400

Burger King's Whopper has always been my favorite. Now I have 2 favorites! Here is a great recipe, very close to Burger Kings Chicken Fries! I found this "copykat" on the net and after trying it, I'm very happy with it. Easy to make and you can throw it together fast with a crisp salad, and for the times that you have a little extra time, some corn on the cob will work nicely. You can use a little cayenne into the flour to spice it up. -- posted by FLUFFSTER

Easy Tomato, Red Onion, and Kalamata Olive Summer Salad

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:42:24 -0400

This refreshingly-light summer salad is my absolute favorite way to enjoy vine-ripened summer tomatoes. It's a quick and easy tummy-satisfying dish on a warm midday when the last thing I want to do is turn on the stove. The juicy tomatoes, sweet onions and rich-tasting Kalamatas are dressed simply with olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh herbs, salt and pepper. If desired, add whatever other garden veggies you enjoy - our family loves cucumbers; or add a slice of feta and some sliced green peppers and you've got a Greek village salad! Don't forget the crusty Italian bread to mop up the tomato and vinaigrette juices. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Michigan Cherry Muffins

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 02:18:34 -0400

from Somerset Collection -- posted by newmama

Chocolate Banana Smoothie.

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:37:57 -0400

this is nutritious and delicious, it has the milkshake consistency that kids just love. It just can't get any easier or healthier than this. Great for kids and adults alike. Enjoy! :) -- posted by daisygrl64

Lamb Burgers With Garlic Yogurt Dressing

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:20:08 -0400

Create the perfect blend of flavours with minty lamb paired with a zingy garlic yogurt. -- posted by English_Rose

Roast Mediterranean Peppers

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:23:30 -0400

This simple, colourful dish, with its Mediterranean flavours, makes a great appetizer served with foccacia or any other good quality bread. -- posted by English_Rose

Beef or Pork Satay Skewers

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 10:43:18 -0400

Skewers of succulent marinated pork or beef with lashings of peanut sauce make tempting Thai style finger food. -- posted by English_Rose

Fried Zucchini With Tzatziki

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:55:21 -0400

Conjure up a taste of Greece with this simple recipe for pan-fried zucchini served with refreshing tzatziki. Time does not include chilling. -- posted by English_Rose

Roasted Chicken Breast With Zucchini Stuffing

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:56:52 -0400

For a spot of gravy with this Ainsley Harriott dish, simply stir a tablespoon of all purpose flour into the cooking juices and add 1/2 cup of chicken stock, whisking to combine; simmer for a couple of minutes, sieve and serve. -- posted by English_Rose

Courgette and Mint Soup

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:57:03 -0400

Make the most of in-season zucchini and mint this summer and try this attractive-looking pale green soup. Serves two as an appetizer or four for a main course. -- posted by English_Rose

Zucchini With Rosemary and Garlic

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:57:09 -0400

Fresh rosemary and garlic add flavour to pan-fried zucchini in this simple recipe for a vegetable side-dish. -- posted by English_Rose

Speedy Peach Ice Cream

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:27:37 -0400

No ice cream maker needed here. This is a fun and tasty way to have homemade ice cream in 2 minutes with just 5 ingredients and a food processor. It's great for a last minute dessert on a hot summer day. -- posted by ugogirl

Chargrilled Zucchini

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:28:01 -0400

This simple side dish, flavoured with lemon juice and crumbly cheese, works well on the stovetop or barbecue. -- posted by English_Rose

Grandma's Pickled Fresh Zucchini

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 17:36:53 -0400

Grandpa did the gardening, and oh what a gifted gardner, and grandma cooked up his magnificent bounty. Whenever the zucchini was taking over grandpa's vegetable patch, grandma would whip up this delicious, tangy side dish. It's a flavorful accompaniment to any grilled meat, a terriffic addition to your salad plate or antipasto platter, and its herbed-vinegary jolt will turn an ordinary panini or deli sandwich into something extraordinary! Grandma's storing trick: A Mason jar - She layered the zucchini slices horizontally in the jar and kept them refrigerated for up to 2 weeks. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Tropical Mango and Coconut Cookie Trifle

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 11:46:34 -0400

I made this one when I had one mango and some coconut macaroon cookies to use up. It is light and refreshing, great for summer. Use a clear bowl for a pretty presentation. -Note- the cookies that I use for this are flat and crunchy. I use about 32 cookies. Cooking time is chilling time. -- posted by Mami Janine

Watermelon Slushie

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 12:10:30 -0400

Untried as yet by me but sounds great for summer ! -- posted by katew

Sloppy Zucchini Joes

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:49:47 -0400

On my endless quest to find ways to use up our abundance of zucchini, I came up with this one today. I add 5-6 cups of yellow crookneck squash. But you can also use yellow summer squash or zucchini. Stokely's was the brand of sloppy joe sauce that I used. -- posted by Charlotte J

Mama's Lip Smackin BBQ Sauce

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:18:06 -0400

This recipe is the best out of any I have tried. It is flavorful and can be whipped up in no time. -- posted by Tiny_Toodles

Penne and Tuna Pasta Salad

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 15:05:09 -0400

I was in search for a pasta salad that had tuna in it....I came across a recipe that I thought would be perfect but made so many changes I had to post it as a new recipe. I hope you like this recipe as much as I did. Cook time equals cook time for pasta. Prep time is the time it takes to assemble the rest of the ingredient with the cooked pasta. -- posted by Tiny_Toodles

Boston Lettuce Salad With Creamy Orange Shallot Dressing

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:32:28 -0400

I love salads! I love Boston lettuce, too. Give this one a try. It's refreshing and different. If you can, make the dressing several hours ahead or the day before so the flavors can blend. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Sizzled Green Beans With Crispy Prosciutto and Pine Nuts

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:35:25 -0400

I found this on the Eating Well website amonst their diabetic friendly recipes. I haven't tried this one yet but it sounds like a real winner. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Easiest Pasta With Tomato Basil Sauce

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:17:15 -0400

Perfect for weeknights. The sauce is from italianfoodforever.com. Make the sauce while you're cooking the pasta - it's that fast. -- posted by KissKiss

Tomato, Basil and Mozzarella Pasta Salad

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:54:37 -0400

A great pasta salad! It is kid friendly and a real crowd pleaser. This recipe is from the Washington Post. This salad employs one of the best combos in summer food: tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. Even better, it takes about 30 minutes to make, from start to finish. It's always good to use the freshest ingredients, but here it's essential. Fresh mozzarella can now be bought in almost every supermarket. And choose the ripest tomatoes you can find: plum tomatoes are easy to peel and seed, but you can use your favorites. -- posted by TaterBug! :)

Apricot and Gooseberry Trifle Dessert With Mascarpone Cream

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:35:21 -0400

These lovely little individual dessert trifles are a great make-ahead treat, very quick and simple to prepare -- just layer the fruit and cream in pretty dessert glasses, and chill until serving time. Lovely for tea-time, or anytime! -- posted by BecR

Huckleberry Cobbler

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:34:56 -0400

I found this recipe on Huckleberry Hounds - a Montana based site while searching info for my fav - huckleberries. :) YUM!! -- posted by Mommy Diva

Salmon With Fruit Relish

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:19:18 -0400

Relish is also good made with peaches, mangoes and plums -- posted by TattooedMamaof2

Try a Cashew Chicken Salad in a Sandwich on a Hot Summer Evening

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:05:49 -0400

The title is pretty self-explanatory, and I think you'll agree that this is a nice way to spend a summer evening. Kettle (crunchy) potato chips on the side, a couple of home-made cookies or a brownie, some carrot sticks, and you've got a pretty decent brown-bag lunch, too. The original recipe (from Taste of Home, Aug/Sep 09) calls for pumpernickel bread. -- posted by Debber

Fancy Schmancy Very Easy Omelet Croissant

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:15:47 -0400

Here are some eggs with style! Get the skillet warming up while you're prepping the eggies, and have everything else ready to add in, so it all comes together easily at the end. Thanks to the wonderful cooks at Taste of Home (Aug/Sep '09) for another great one! If you'd like your sammie to be a bit heartier, add another egg (2 per person then). How easy can this be? :-) -- posted by Debber

The Realtor's Buttermilk Garlic Salad Dressing

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:02:12 -0400

I love this dressing! It's so creamy and delicious! If you are out of buttermilk, you can substitute 1/4 cup sour cream and 1/4 cup milk. I have done that many times with very good results. This one tastes great either way. Make it the day before you plan to use it if you can. That way the flavors will have time to blend. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Chocolate Mascarpone and Strawberry Tart

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:56:30 -0400

This tart is sure to be a success at your next Summer gathering! This tart is extremely versatile and easy to make. The crisp Nilla Wafer crust adds crunch to the fluffy chocolate cream filling. Topped with strawberries and drizzled chocolate, everyone will be asking for more. -- posted by CoreyMB

Banana Almond Date Soy Smoothie

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 02:54:39 -0400

This vegan smoothie is amazingly rich, creamy, filling, and healthy. It has a nice texture to it from the almonds and a natural sweetness from the banana and dates. I like that there is no refined sugar added or any animal products, all good for us and the planet. I like using a frozen banana to make the drink cold, but room temperature works well too. If you want to freeze bananas, peel them before freezing. Peeling frozen bananas doesn't work! And place them separated in the freezer so they don't freeze together. -- posted by Chef #1363287

Cheesy Corn Fritters

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 10:31:31 -0400

Leftover corn on the cob gets a starring role in these kid-pleasing, main-course dinner patties. Serve on whole wheat buns loaded with tomato slices and lettuce, or place on a bed of lightly dressed mixed greens and drizzle with salsa. From Today's Parent. -- posted by FrVanilla

Creamy Passionfruit Freeze

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:24:40 -0400

Another summer winner ! Prep time does not include freezing time. -- posted by katew

Fruit Smoothie Energiser

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:37:19 -0400

Great for the coming summer ! -- posted by katew

Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 10:11:56 -0400

This recipe came from my high school friend's mother. It is so moist and delicious! My husband didn't want to have at first because of the zucchini, but he couldn't even tell it was in there! For a more healthy route, my sister-in-law does this: omit the butter, ¼ cup vegetable oil, and 3-3½ cups zucchini. Lastly, instead of buttermilk, you may use ½ cup milk+ ½ Tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice- let mixture stand at least 5 minutes. -- posted by gnet

Grandmother's Strawberry Jam

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:02:59 -0400

Old fashioned strawberry goodness! This delicious jam with its rich, fruity Strawberry flavor is lovely served on warm buttered scones with Devon or Cornish cream for a traditional English Strawberry Cream Tea. An updated old family recipe. Enjoy! -- posted by BecR

Pineapple and Lime Popsicles

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:20:46 -0400

I found this in Womans Day Everyday Food. Freezing time not included. -- posted by katew

Magic Fresh Tomato Spaghetti, Pasta or Pizza Sauce

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:32:40 -0400

Check out this trick - a whole, unpeeled tomato goes in the pot, and a tasty, seed-free, peel-free tomato sauce comes out! Okay, well, maybe it's not really magic, but it's a great trick to save you from having to peel, chop, and de-seed all those tomatoes (which is the reason I almost never made sauce from my garden tomatoes until now). We'll take care of the peels and seeds with a blender/food processor and a fine mesh strainer. Yes, a couple of extra things to clean, but it's still faster than all that peeling and chopping! Also, because the peels are cooked in the sauce, you preserve more of the nutrients in them. This is a highly customizable recipe (really more a framework than anything else) - make it smooth or chunky, with meat or vegetarian, regular or low-sodium, or even use it to hide a few extra veggies (a tip for you parents of picky children - you can make them completely undetectable). The quantities are inexact because there's so much variation in the size, taste and texture of fresh tomatoes, and anything else you add will change the flavor. So you really have to adjust the seasonings and other ingredients to compensate. This is part of the art of making tomato sauce, but don't be intimidated! Just add a little bit at a time until it tastes right to you, remembering the axiom: "You can always put more in, but you can't take it back out." Unless you have a real magic wand, of course. :) -- posted by ItalianMama

Zucchini Fritters / Pancakes (Nigella Lawson)

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:38:42 -0400

These are light, simple, and delicious pancakes from "Forever Summer" by Nigella Lawson. They are delicate and flavourful, delicious eaten warm or cool with a dollop of fresh yogurt on the side. They make a lovely appetizer, or, with a side salad, a wonderful summer meal. -- posted by blucoat

Original Lemonade

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 03:02:47 -0400

This is the best Lemonade recipe ever! I have tried many, many recipes, but this one is always the favourite with everyone! It is an adaption of a Laura Ingalls Wilder recipe so it is a real classic! -- posted by juniorcook

Caramelized Pineapple and Mango

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:06:50 -0400

Lovely way to eat fruit ! -- posted by katew

Lamb Kleftiko

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:20:05 -0400

This slow cooked lamb recipe is a favorite celabratory dish in Greece. For added mediterranean flair, top the finished kleftiko willed broiled halloumi cheese - delicious! -- posted by English_Rose

Banana Split "popsicles"

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:51:11 -0400

I was obsessed for a while with frozen bananas, and this is one of the ones I came up with! Takes like a banana split on on a stick! I've also used cherry yogurt... -- posted by Cadillacgirl

Barbecued Olive and Pesto Burgers

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:41:23 -0400

Ready in minutes, devoured in moments !! -- posted by katew

Lemonade Cupcakes

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 16:36:38 -0400

From Southern Living - delicious and lemony -- posted by stacylu

Gourmet Cheddar Hot Dogs With Cider Braised Leeks and Apples

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:44:36 -0400

Leeks and apples simmered in cider add a hint of sweetness-- nice contrast to the sharp melted cheddar. If you can find oblong pretzel rolls at your market, they'll make an ideal accompaniment to these English-style hot dogs. -- posted by College Girl

Chicken Pesto Kabobs

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:39:26 -0400

My daughter loves to help me make these, and to eat them! -- posted by TattooedMamaof2

Yellow Squash Cinnamon "donut Bites"

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:23:51 -0400

I found a recipe for yellow squash puffs on zaar and found a way to adapt it so my kids and husband would eat the squash puffs. (of course they didn't know it was yellow squash at first!!) They came out great. -- posted by BobbyJoJo

California Santa Maria Style Tri-Tip

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:19:21 -0400

California Grill masters pride themselves in cooking tri-tip with oak wood. This takes a lot of time, and I don't have oak wood readily available. It's not cheap! When I found this recipe in an issue of Cook's Country Magazine (part of the Cook's Illustrated family) I knew I had to make this. Forget BBQ sauce... this is an amazing recipe! Cook's Illustrated adapted this recipe where you used wood chips, soaked in water. You grill the tri-tip, seasoned only with salt & pepper (the Santa Maria way) and-- towards the end-- you add the wet chips to the coals to give a smoky flavor to the meat. I'm telling you, if you love to eat red meat-- this is to die for! Seriously, it's worth trying. -- posted by FoodieWife

Tomato, Peanut Butter and Mayo Sandwich

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:39:52 -0400

This is a simple sandwich that I have been eating since I was a little kid. I looked to see if I could find it on Zaar, but was not able to. I just had to post it. I know the ingredients seem like a very unlikely combination, but trust me, these sandwiches are really good! They remind me of summer. Please use fresh, ripe tomatoes! It makes a huge difference! I also reccomend using real mayo, not lite, fat free or miracle whip. This is not a low-fat sandwich, but I figure it is fine on occation...like when the tomatoes are ripe from the garden! Enjoy! -- posted by Chef #1082457

Lizzie's Cool Slushie Punch

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:53:28 -0400

Lizzie is 13 now and creating different cool beverages to enjoy in this hot weather. Here's her latest! -- posted by Trinkets

Marinated and Grilled Sunshine Chicken Tenders

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:22:12 -0400

I serve these often in the summer. they are teh perfect combo of Savory and sweet and kids really love them. They are alot healthier than breaded chicken tenders -- posted by GingerlyJ

Verjean's Banana Cake

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:34:13 -0400

This delicious banana cake recipe is from my grandmother, Verjean Gunn Arends of Ackley, IA. She was an award-winning cook and this is a great recipe. Make this into wonderful mini-loaves, a regular cake, or put in a jelly-roll pan to make bars. Goes great with frosting. -- posted by Chef #522148

Verjean's Banana Cake

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:34:50 -0400

Superstar Fruit Salad

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:46:26 -0400

I make this all the time to satisfy my sweet tooth in a healthy manor -- posted by GingerlyJ

Pioneer Drumsticks (Meatloaf on a Stick)

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:45:35 -0400

This was a favorite with the kids on our camping trips in the Pacific Northwest. Take your favorite meatloaf recipe, prep it at home, freeze or use the first night out. Have the kids look for green sticks about the size of your little finger. Guaranteed hair-on-the-chest strength (!) for the weak-kneed who don't like touching "raw" meat. Serve in HOTDOG buns with your favorite HAMBURGER condiments. The original recipe came from a Lutheran Girl Pioneer camping-cookbook. Tried & true! COOKING TIME does NOT include how long it may take the charcoal or fire to be ready. -- posted by Debber

Shirley Temple Popsicles

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:21:25 -0400

During the summer time, I love to make homemade popsicles and other frozen fruity treats for my son and his friends. It fun and healthier than purchasing sugar filled novelties at the grocery store. This one isn't quite as healthy as the others but it is a good spin on my son's favorite restaurant drink...Shirley Temple. -- posted by Melanie B.

Suzy's Colorful Southern Fried Corn & Okra Medley

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:31:18 -0400

This recipe comes from my ideas to combine garden surplus.Keep it healthy and colorful, plus the kids love it ! This is my answer to comfort food , you'll see why ! -- posted by Susan in Hillsboro Tn USA

Caramel Marshmallow Ice Cream

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:15:54 -0400

I have had this saved in a box since tearing it from a 1989 Womens's Weekly and still I have not got around to trying it !!! -- posted by katew

Kiwi, Strawberry and Grape Juice.

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:51:44 -0400

I got this recipe from 'The top 100 juices' by Sarah Owen, published by Lifetime Distributors, Castle Hill, Australia. Sarah Owen says "All three fruits in this juice provide a massive infection-fighting boost of vitamin C and can help to shorten the duration of a cold. The kiwi fruit a also contain lutein, a phytonutrient known to reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease and eye disease. Both strawberries and grapes are high in ellagic acid, which neutralizes carcinogens. The tannins, flavones and active compounds in the grapes combine to make them energizing and strengthen the cell walls of blood vessels" You could make more than one serving, and serve with lemonade and ice in a punch bowl for a party if desired. I haven't made this yet, as I don't have a juicer, but if I ever get one, this will be the first juice that I make. Enjoy! :) -- posted by TALIA #3

Pina Colada Popsicles

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:30:50 -0400

From VegNews -- posted by dicentra

Grape-Sicles

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:50:02 -0400

Sweet and thirst quenching, grape-sicles are sure to satify kids and adults alike. Just when you think that it can't taste any better, two whole grapes reveal themselves at the tip of the grape-sicle imparting a burst of fresh cool flavours. Clipped from the Ottawa Citizen newspaper. -- posted by Cecily Parsley

Better Burgers -- Seasoned Hamburgers or Cheeseburgers

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:10:14 -0400

One day, long ago, the pilot light in my oven went out and I didn't realize that my meatloaf was sitting there uncooked until shortly before dinner. I quickly made patties and turned it into burgers -- the best burgers we'd ever eaten. I tweaked at the recipe a little to get the proportions of onions and herbs just right and now the family turns up their noses at plain burgers. The herbs are unobtrusive but they bring out the flavor of good meat. -- posted by 3KillerBs

Cantaloupe and Yogurt Popsicles

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:49:47 -0400

I have referenced my son many times in my recipes. This is a fun summer time treat that we made up together that beats store bought novelties any day! -- posted by Melanie B.

White Chocolate Raspberry Popsicles

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:09:36 -0400

This is one my son and I made u last summer also...using frozen raspberries and some left over instant pudding mix in the pantry. It is a great alternative to store bought frozen novelties. -- posted by Melanie B.

Frozen Heath Dessert- Yum!

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:24:14 -0500

I love this one. It's one of my most favorite summertime treats. -- posted by Realtor by day, Chef by night

Grasshopper Pie

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 09:01:28 -0500

This pie is a favorite here in the south.. This is my way of making it -- posted by GingerlyJ

Frozen Raspberry Banana Bars

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:08:27 -0500

A healthy but delicious snack, thats easy to make! -- posted by Baker #831774