4th of July: Patriotic Picnics

Happy 4th of July! Hopefully all of you are enjoying a weekend full of celebrating! I gathered a few "patriotic" favorites to help you celebrate this weekend if you are entertaining.

Chewy Red, White and Blue Cookies

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All-American Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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Patriotic Pie (5 minutes)

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Strawberry Pretzel Squares

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Fruited-Cheesecake Flag

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Desserts and baking tend to be my favorite, but make sure to add some flavorful drinks and main dish items to accompany the delicious sweets!

Sparking Star Punch

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Other delicious picnic must haves:

• Potato Salad
• Sweet and Savory Burgers
• Pigs in a blanket (crescent roll dough and cocktail franks)
• Raspberry Lemonade 
• Orzo, Corn and Roasted Bell Pepper Salad
• Marinated Green Beans