A Little of This and A Little of That

Some easy ideas for upcoming graduation parties, spring brunches and summer gatherings by the grill.

Salami-Cheese-Olive Appetizer Plate  

Kid-Friendly Treat from http://www.bakerella.com/

Cook's notes: Best part kids can make their own. 

Oreo Ice-cream Sandwiches

this is what you need

stack of oroeos

bowl of sprinkles and your favorite ice cream with a 1.5 inch scoop

Directions: Separate the Oreo cookie and place a scoop of ice cream in between. Roll the edges of the ice cream stuffed Oreo cookie in sprinkles.

 

 Gummy Bear Sprite Popsicle Treat

Follow  the link below for easy directions

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZAa3v5g4MQ

Basil Butter Garlic Bread

Ingredients:

• 4 TB. butter
• 2 TB. Olive Oil
• 1 bunch basil (a generous handful)
• 1 bunch Parsley (use 1/3 of the amount used of basil)
• 2 garlic cloves,, minced
• 1 whole green onion, diced
• Salt and Pepper, to taste
• 1 loaf Ciabatta Or French Bread
• 1-1/2-2 cups grated Parmesan cheese

Directions;

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
• Combine all the ingredients except the bread and cheese in a food processor, and process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Cut open the loaf of bread and spread both halves with the basil butter. Put the halves together and wrap in aluminum foil. Bake for 10 minutes. 
• Remove the bread, separate the halves and divide the Parmesan cheese between two halves. Return them to the oven and change the temperature to 450 degrees. (You could also put them under the broiler.) Cook until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to get brown.

recipe from from Tasty Kitchen

Cook's notes: The following link below connects up to 50 easy, easy brunch recipes that even the kids can help make. 

Omelet Tater Tot Bake 

Apple Oven Pancake

http://www.yellowblissroad.com/50-brunch-recipes/




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