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3 Summer Recipes to Share

3 Summer Recipes to Share

June 8, 2018 Posted by 7thyearproductions@gmail.com Recipes to Share, Summer 57 Comments

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I love sharing meals both in my home and to those in need of a good meal. Hospitality does not just have to be in our homes. We can show hospitality by taking a dish to someone in need. Struggles vary for everyone, but a death in the family, a new baby, an illness, or too busy a schedule, can throw the average home into a tailspin. Showing hospitality by taking a meal to those in need can bring the family a sense of warmth that is needed when times are difficult. I love these 3 Summer Recipes to Share. They are easy to make, you will have most of the ingredients already in your home, and they are tasty too!

3 Summer Recipes to Share

Traveling Chicken Salad, Easy Ice Cream Pie, and Italian Pasta Salad

 

Each of these recipes is generally enough for one family of 4-5. You can double the recipes and with very little extra time, have a spare to share. It is so easy to add on a few extra ingredients and make a double meal. One for you, and one to share with someone who just needs a pick me up. I like to double the recipe I am making for my family, and then take the extra meal to the family the next day. It is not very much additional work, but it takes the work of preparing a meal off of someone else’s difficult or trying schedule. You can read more about Meal Trains and making a spare to share in my post Starting a Meal Train. 

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Following are a few of my favorite summer recipes to make, and have a spare to share simply double the recipe!

Grilled Chicken Traveling Salad
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Traveling Grilled Chicken Salad with Homemade Dressing

This is an easy traveling salad, perfect to give to someone in need of an easy and tasty meal. The homemade dressing is delicious!

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Boneless, skinless Chicken Breast
  • Salt, Pepper, and Garlic Powder to Taste
  • 1 Can Beets
  • 1 Can Kidney Beans
  • 1 Loaf Dry French Bread
  • Butter and Olive Oil
  • Mushrooms
  • Carrots
  • Broccoli

Dressing

  • 1 Tbsp Finely Chopped Red Onion
  • 4 Tbsp Pickle Relish
  • 4 Tbsp Chili Sauce
  • 4 Tbsp Ketchup
  • 1 Cup Mayo
  • 3 Tbsp Pickle Juice- Literally from the dill pickle jar.
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 8 Servings Field Greens, Lettuce, or Romaine Lettuce.

Instructions

  1. Heat Grill or pan to temperature. If using coals, wait until the goals have turned grey and the flames have ceased. Dry chicken breasts and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. Cook 3-4 minutes on each side depending on thickness. Measure temperature for safety to ensure chicken is fully cooked. Set aside and let rest. 

  2. Wash and dry all produce. Finely dice one small slice of Red Onion for Dressing. Cut Remaining Onion if desired for salad. Cut all remaining produce into bite sized pieces and store in Mason Jars or plastic container for traveling. 

  3. Cut french bread into bite sized pieces. Heat medium pan to medium heat. Pour in a swirl of olive oil and two tablespoons of butter in the pan and heat until lightly sizzling. Pour in bread pieces and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. Cook over medium heat allowing bread to crisp and brown flipping pieces frequently. Remove from heat and let sit. Then package in air tight container. 

  4. Whisk diced red onion, relish, chili sauce, ketchup, mayo, and pickle juice until fully incorporated. Taste using a piece of lettuce.  If you do not have Chili Sauce, use additional ketchup and add garlic powder. Place in Mason Jar or Plastic Container

  5. Assemble salads and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

For this traveling salad you can include any items that you prefer in a salad, or use whatever produce you have on hand! I love to double this salad and have one for dinner, as well as have a spare to share with a family in need. It is also great to assemble on a Sunday night for dinner, and than use the extra for salads throughout the week. 

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Easy Italian Pasta Dinner Salad

These easy pasta salad can be used as a side dish, potluck favorite, or as a traveling meal. 

Course Salad
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Refridgerate 1 hour
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Spiral Cut Pasta or Elbow Macaroni
  • 2 Stalks Celery -Chopped
  • 2 TBSP Red or Yellow Onion- Minced
  • 1/2 Red Bell Pepper- Chopped
  • 10 Florrets Broccoli- Chopped and stems removed
  • 1/2 Pound Cheddar or Provolone- Cubed
  • 1 Pound Salami or Roast Beef- Cubed

Dressing

  • 1 Cup Italian Dressing
  • 1 Cup Mayonaise
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

Instructions

  1. Boil Water and Cook according to package directions and then cool thoroughly. 

  2. While water is boiling, wash and prepare all vegetables, cheese, and salami.

  3. Whisk mayonnaise and Italian Dressing, salt and pepper to taste. Add Red Pepper, Onion, and Celery and mix. Pour Dressing over cooled pasta and mix. Once fully incorporated, add broccoli and gently fold. Refrigerate 1 hour. Can be served as a main dish or side dish. 

Recipe Notes

This salad is so easy to make, and travels well. I make a spare to share as it is a nice salad for someone in need of an easy dinner. You can use Cheddar, Mozzarella, or Provolone Cheese, and change the Salami for Roast Beef to change up the flavors. 

And, if you want to have something sweet to share…

Just this week I found out that my son’s class at school was having an end of the year party. My Son is 18 and graduating high school. He is in a special program, and I know that the teachers and aides that have guided and supported him are deserving of more than I could ever give to them. I happened to be making this Easy Ice Cream Pie and thought it would be a great addition to the party! He carried it to school in a small insulated carrying case packed in ice. It traveled beautifully, and was enjoyed by all the well deserving teachers and students!

 

Quick and Easy
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Easy Ice Cream Pie

This quick and easy Ice Cream Pie is not only easy, it is delicious! 

Course Dessert
Prep Time 15 minutes
Freezer Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 10

Ingredients

Cookie Crust

  • 25 Chocolate Oreo Cookies Crushed
  • 1/4 Cup Melted Butter

Pie Filling

  • 1/2 Gallon Ice Cream or Sherbert Use two flavors for more flavor
  • Chocolate Syrup

Topping

  • Whipped Cream
  • Garnish

Instructions

Cookie Crust

  1. Crush Cookies in plastic bag or pulse in food processor until crumbs. Include creme filling in the crushed mixture. 

  2. Mix crushed cookies and butter until incorporated.

  3. Press cookie mixture into one 8 inch pie plate or tin. Drizzle Chocolate Sauce over bottom. Let Rest in Refrigerator for 30 minutes. 

Pie Filling

  1. Soften first flavor of Ice Cream for 10 minutes. Then scoop flat sections of the ice cream into the bottom of the pie plate. Smooth into a rounded mound and place in the freezer for 30 minutes. 

  2. Soften second flavor of Ice Cream for 10 minutes. Scoop flat sections of the ice cream into and layer over the first layer of ice cream. Use a warm spoon to smooth the ice cream into a nice rounded mound shape. Place in the Freezer for 30 minutes. 

Garnish

  1. Garnish the Easy Ice Cream Pie with Whipped Cream, Fruit, Additional Chocolate Sauce, or Candies depending on the flavors of Ice Cream you have used. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

This Easy Ice Cream Pie can be used with any flavors of Ice Cream or Sherbert. We typically make one for our family, and a spare to share as they are so easy and tasty. 
Some of our favorites have been Cherry and Chocolate Fudge, Chocolate with Chocolate Mint Ice Cream, and Strawberry Vanilla garnished with Strawberries dipped in white chocolate!

The possibilities are endless!

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About 7thyearproductions@gmail.com

Jennifer Morrison is the writer behind the WhyGive blog. Experience: Jennifer Morrison is an experienced event planner and hostess, as well as a businesswoman, financial coach, blogger, and online reseller. On WhyGive Jennifer shares how you can create simple yet special moments of hospitality for your family and friends. While on Why Give you will find easy recipes, hospitality and entertaining ideas, family moments, and inspirational stories.

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  • Sheree
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    June 8, 2018 at 10:45 AM

    These are three great recipes for the summer, thank you for sharing! That ice cream pie looks amazing, I will definitely have to try it for the kids!

    ~xo Sheree
    poshclassymom.com

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  • Avery Yaktus
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    June 8, 2018 at 11:09 AM

    These are great recipes! Thank you for sharing. That ice cream pie looks bomb!

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  • Jenni LeBaron
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    June 8, 2018 at 11:43 AM

    This sounds like the perfect care package meal to bring over to friends.

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  • Rachel Cossette
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    June 8, 2018 at 12:14 PM

    That chicken salad looks delicious!

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  • Becca
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    June 8, 2018 at 1:41 PM

    Eyes immediately went to the ice cream pie… Can’t help it! Looks delicious.

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  • Beth
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    June 8, 2018 at 2:25 PM

    We have a lot of get-togethers during the summer, all of these recipes sound great!

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  • Apryl @ Money Wise Steward
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    June 8, 2018 at 3:25 PM

    I’m trying to incorporate more salads into my daily eating. These salads look delicious! And that dessert. I never thought it would be that easy to make an ice cream pie. My kids would love that. Thanks for sharing!

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 11, 2018 at 8:48 AM

      Yes! it is so easy and so yummy!

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  • Anjali W
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    June 8, 2018 at 11:31 PM

    I always prepare salads for our dining and am on a lookout for new recipes to try out! I will definitely try out the chicken and pasta salad. Also the ice cream pie made using oreo biscuits seem to be delicious. Thanks for sharing these great recipes.

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 11, 2018 at 8:48 AM

      You are welcome! I hope you enjoy them!

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  • Bailey
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    June 9, 2018 at 5:32 AM

    These look so easy! I love these types of recipes in the summer.

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  • Luci
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    June 9, 2018 at 10:43 AM

    All of these recipes look so delicious. The chicken salad has to be my favorite.

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  • Francesca
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    June 9, 2018 at 9:17 PM

    All of these look great! Especially that ice cream pie!

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  • Jalisa Harris
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    June 10, 2018 at 7:16 PM

    These options are all great. Happy Summer

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  • Julie
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    June 11, 2018 at 10:36 AM

    That Ice Cream Pie looks so good! I love that it’s so easy and I can change the ice cream flavor.

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 13, 2018 at 11:52 AM

      It is so good, and so easy! One of our favorites is Chocolate Mint Ice Cream! So refreshing in summer!

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  • Eliza
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    June 11, 2018 at 2:38 PM

    These look great! Saving to my recipes and sharing!

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 13, 2018 at 11:52 AM

      I hope you enjoy!

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  • Karen Hoskins
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    June 11, 2018 at 4:41 PM

    I make have to make the ice cream pie!!! Good choice!!

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 13, 2018 at 11:52 AM

      So yummy and so easy!

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  • Sophie
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    June 11, 2018 at 7:54 PM

    I am not going to lie, I don’t think I’d share any of these recipes! They look too yummy!

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 13, 2018 at 11:52 AM

      LOL! 🙂

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  • Asma
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    June 11, 2018 at 9:53 PM

    These sound perfect for summer get togethers!

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 13, 2018 at 11:52 AM

      Yes, easy to make! Easy to transport!

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  • Lorie
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    June 12, 2018 at 1:31 PM

    5 stars
    These look so good—how do I decide what to make first???!

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 13, 2018 at 11:53 AM

      Thank You! 🙂

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  • Heather
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    June 26, 2018 at 10:16 AM

    Ice cream pie sounds SO good. I’m going to have to try that one.

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 28, 2018 at 11:21 AM

      So good, and so easy!

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  • Krystin
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    June 26, 2018 at 11:33 AM

    5 stars
    Oh, all of these recipes look good but I want to give the pasta salad recipe a try! Thanks for sharing!

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 28, 2018 at 11:22 AM

      Thanks! I love how versatile it is!

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  • Erin
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    June 26, 2018 at 12:13 PM

    I could go for the grilled chicken salad right now! I’m happy with salad for every meal 🙂 (I realize I’m rather strange, but it’s true!)

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 28, 2018 at 11:22 AM

      It is so refreshing, especially in summer!

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  • Donia
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    June 26, 2018 at 1:01 PM

    Everything sounds delicious and pretty easy to make and i love me some chicken salad too😊

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  • Ladynod
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    June 26, 2018 at 1:14 PM

    All these recipes are awesome and I will definitely try the salad one!

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  • Amy @ Orison Orchards
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    June 26, 2018 at 5:28 PM

    Wow, yummy! And they look pretty simple, too — hooray!

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  • Rachel
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    June 26, 2018 at 9:28 PM

    That pasta salad sounds amazing!

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  • Jennifer Maune
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    June 27, 2018 at 6:06 AM

    5 stars
    Yum!! These all look so delicious, especially the pie!

    -Jennifer
    https://maunelegacy.com

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 28, 2018 at 11:23 AM

      I love the pie! We are making it again for 4th of July!

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  • Joanna Clute
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    June 27, 2018 at 11:52 AM

    5 stars
    These would make an awesome addition to any picnic. I need to try some of this!

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  • Leah
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    June 27, 2018 at 9:12 PM

    These all sound amazing! You are right you can be hospitable out side your home, it used to be so common neighbor helping neighbor now it is a rare find!

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 28, 2018 at 11:24 AM

      You are right! But, we need to bring it back. We can so brighten someone’s day.

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  • Grace
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    June 28, 2018 at 12:57 AM

    Oh my god, that ice cream pie is to die for!!

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      June 28, 2018 at 11:25 AM

      It is truly delicious!

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  • Becca Wilson
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    June 28, 2018 at 7:21 AM

    These all look so delicious! I love lighter eating in the summer and these are perfect.

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      June 28, 2018 at 11:25 AM

      Yes, it is nice in summer to have something filling, but not heavy.

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  • Ana
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    August 7, 2018 at 12:19 PM

    This looks yummy! I’ll try the salad.

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      August 7, 2018 at 4:01 PM

      I am so glad! Enjoy!

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  • Sarah @ Freedom is Hers
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    August 7, 2018 at 1:35 PM

    This post is so timely!!! I am finding my calendar fill up with a bunch “Back to School” potlucks and, as always, wondering what to bring. These recipes are perfect!! Thank you!!

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    • 7thyearproductions@gmail.com
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      August 7, 2018 at 4:01 PM

      Perfect! I hope you enjoy!

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  • Beth
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    August 7, 2018 at 5:04 PM

    Those all look good! I’m going to have to make that ice cream pie soon!

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  • Gemma
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    August 7, 2018 at 9:07 PM

    What great ideas, love that these are easy to too. I want to try the ice cream cake.

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  • Ciara
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    August 7, 2018 at 11:23 PM

    Some lovely recipes to try for summer I especially like the Italian salad it sounds really tasty

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  • Brittany
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    August 7, 2018 at 11:40 PM

    I’ve been looking for a good homemade dressing recipe! Looking forward to trying this!

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  • Denise
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    August 8, 2018 at 6:30 AM

    These look very yummy, the icecream pie seems like a good treat in this summer heat. thanks for sharing.

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  • Liana Smith
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    July 11, 2019 at 1:08 PM

    5 stars
    I just love summer recipes. Thanks for sharing and I love the suggestions of products to use for it too.

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  • Linda
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    July 12, 2019 at 5:49 AM

    Yummy recipes! Can’t wait to try them, especially the ice cream pie.

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  • Nichelle
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    July 12, 2019 at 1:34 PM

    5 stars
    Everything on your list, especially the chicken salad, will be on my list the next time I do some entertaining. Yummy! Especially during the hot summer months.

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