Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting
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Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

ByMariel

One of my favorite things about summer is when the ripe strawberries come to Costco. I love buying those big containers and munching on fresh strawberries all day long. Mmmmm! I just love those darn things. So, while the husband was away at Scout camp, this past week, I had my little sister over to keep me company. We medicated my loneliness by painting our nails, going out to eat every day, dancing in the driveway (did you see our Instagram pics?), and scarfing Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting at midnight. Good times. We obsess over these cupcakes and they’re perfect for using up some of your Costco strawberries. They’re also perfect for loneliness.

Mango-Greek Yogurt Sherbet by www.whatscookingwithruthie.com
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Mango Greek Yogurt Sherbet (she: Ruthie)

Byruthie

Hi again to all of Or so she says friends! It’s Ruthie from What’s Cooking with Ruthie back to share a delicious and healthy summertime treat! Mango Greek Yogurt is a refreshing and healthy way to cool off this summer. It tastes just like ice cream, but without all the fat! You’re family and friends will be fooled and you’ll be thrilled at how much they LOVE it!

Double Chocolate Zucchini Cake (she: Tanna)
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Double Chocolate Zucchini Cake (she: Tanna)

ByTanna

Hi there! I’m Tanna and I blog over at The Hub of our Home. I’m so excited to be a new food contributor here on Or so she says.

My mom has been making this Double Chocolate Zucchini Cake since I was a little kid and it has always been a favorite of mine. You start with a simple chocolate cake, mix in some zucchini for moisture, sprinkle it with some chocolate chips, and top it all off with a simple powdered sugar glaze. This cake is a great way for any of you who actually have a live producing plant to use up your zucchini. Or if you are like me this cake is totally worth buying some zucchini at the store. Trust me.

Grilled Steak with BBQ, Ranch, Corn & Black Bean Relish
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Grilled Steak with BBQ, Ranch, Corn & Black Bean Relish

ByJana

Grilled Steak with BBQ, Ranch, Corn, & Black Bean Relish.

Okay, now THAT’S quite the recipe name! I wanted to add green chilies, cumin, red peppers, red onions and cilantro to the title as well, but figured that might be a little TOO much.:)

There is so much to love about this recipe. Let me count the ways…

Caprese Artichoke Pasta Salad (she: Cathy)
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Caprese Artichoke Pasta Salad (she: Cathy)

Bycathy

Hi, Everyone! It’s Cathy from Lemon Tree Dwelling, back with another delicious idea to share with you today: my Caprese Artichoke Pasta Salad! This salad combines the delicious flavors of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and artichoke hearts in a light, tangy homemade Basil Vinaigrette. The perfect dish for your next summer cookout!

A good friend said to me recently that we’re lucky to live in the Midwest, where the weather is always changing, because it keeps us grateful. So true!! There is nothing we Midwesterners appreciate more than a good summer cookout, because we can only have them 3 months out of the year!

Cinnamon Bear Popcorn
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Cinnamon Bear Popcorn

ByMariel

I’ve been on a snack kick lately. It teeters back and forth between unhealthy and healthy. Right now, I’m leaning towards… um, something healthier than an ice cream brownie sundae, with every topping in the world. Every topping. Oh, and whipped cream. So, I actually think I’m doing pretty darn good. Cinnamon Bear Popcorn, definitely the better choice.

Anyway, the ladies at church put together and a cookbook. I love it! It’s been my favorite book because there are so many fabulous cooks in my ward, it’s fun to try out their recipes. You’ll probably be seeing a lot more recipes from there.

Fruit Cookie Pizza by www.whatscookingwithruthie.com
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Fruit Cookie Pizza (she: Ruthie)

Byruthie

Hi y’all!! It’s Ruthie from Whats Cooking with Ruthie.com here to share another delicious recipe…

Summer is the perfect time of year for berries and they’re the inspiration for this delightful Fruit Cookie Pizza! The crust is a delightful twist on the typical sugar cookie crust… I think this version has a lot more flavor. I seriously couldn’t keep my hands out of it 🙂

Giant Cinnamon Rolls (she: Kate)
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Giant Cinnamon Rolls (she: Kate)

Bykate

The mall is trouble for me – not because of the shopping but because I love all the treats there! And the cinnamon rolls at the mall are one of my biggest weaknesses. They smell like buttery, sugary, carby Heaven, and they taste even better.

These cinnamon rolls have all of the gooey, buttery, cinnamon goodness and are topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. So, you get all of the cinnamon roll deliciousness without the hassle of a trip to the mall.

Blueberry Lemon Pina Colada (she: Jana)
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Blueberry Lemon Pina Colada (she: Jana)

ByJana

There’s just something about a summer night that begs for a nice cool drink while lounging in your favorite chair (or even better…a hammock!) on your porch or patio. Am I right? I would be relaxing every night as the sun was going down, watching a beautiful sunset and sippin’ something wonderful if it weren’t for those pesky mosquitos! I’m a magnet for them! If anyone has a good trick to keeping them away that doesn’t include dousing yourself with disgusting insect repellant I’d LOVE to hear from you!

This is a favorite summertime drink of my families. So refreshing! And although the recipe includes Lemon-lime soda, it is really good without it as well.

Ranch Snack Mix
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Ranch Snack Mix

ByMariel

My little Joey is always asking to help in the kitchen. But, he is quickly run over by several older siblings who insist that they get to help too. So, yesterday while all the wild ones were out on the trampoline, I snagged Joey and he helped me mix up this super easy snack. So easy that a two year old can make it!

We just called it Ranch Snack Mix. It’s a blend of all things kids love… pretzels, Bugles, Goldfish crackers, cashews, and Ranch dressing mix.

Peanut Butter Oreo Mud Bars (she: Cathy)
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Peanut Butter Oreo Mud Bars (she: Cathy)

Bycathy

Peanut butter and chocolate…together again in these rich, decadent mud bars! Sure to be a crowd-pleaser, these bars are perfect for all your summer gatherings! Hi, everyone! I’m so happy to be back here with all of you today, right before the start of summer break! What is it about summertime that brings people together?…

Slow Cooker Ranch Pork Chops and Potatoes by www.whatscookingwithruthie.com
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Slow Cooker Ranch Pork Chops and Potatoes (she: Ruthie)

Byruthie

Hi again… it’s Ruthie from Whats Cooking with Ruthie and I’m so glad to be here again to share another fabulous recipe with you! I just started back to College last week- yes, I know that’s pretty brave, but I love it so far and I’m really looking forward to starting Culinary School this fall 🙂 Anyways, with a hectic schedule comes the need for some good tasting Crock Pot meals that are ready when we all walk in the door. This recipe for Slow Cooker Ranch Pork Chops and Potatoes is perfect, just for that!