20 Delicious Summer Recipes

I’m featuring from the amazing and tasty recipes linked up this week!

Here we go … if you’re not hungry now you will be by the time you finish reading!

Salted Caramel Cheesecake @ Tidy Mom

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken @ Six Sisters’ Stuff

Coconut Crusted Stuffed French Toast @ Will Cook for Smiles

Peach Crisp Cookie Cups @ Shaken Together Life

Baked Churro Donuts @ Kleinworth & Co.

Caprese Burger @ The NY Melrose Family

Mini French Apple Pies @ Kleinworth & Co.

Creamy Coconut Chocolate Chip Macaroons @ Homespun With Love

Root Beer Pulled Pork @ Shugary Sweets

Sour Shirley Summer Drink Recipe @ Kleinworth & Co.

Chicken Parm Sandwich @ I Should Be Mopping the Floor

Avocado Lime Popsicles @ Homespun With Love

Homemade Blueberry Soda @ Yummy Healthy Easy

Tropical Spinach Salad @ Lemon Tree Dwelling

Banana Cheesecake Chimichanga @ A Night Owl

Kit Kat Ice Cream @ Life is a Party

Oreo White Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats @ Grey Luster Girl

Pina Colada Frozen Yogurt @ Happy Food, Healthy Life

Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler @ Yummy Healthy Easy

Dairy-Free Chocolate Cream Pie @ Cooking With Curls

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The weather is finally starting to warm up where I live and I am eager to get out and feel the sun! My kids and I love going on picnics, they are the perfect way to spend an afternoon with your family!

Here are…

15 Spring Picnic Recipes!

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Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes @ Rasamalaysia

Lemon Garlic Orzo with Asparagus @ The Garden Grazer

Garlic Butter Asparagus Pasta @ Diethood

Strawberry Cucumber Spinach Salad @ Yay For Food

Springtime Veggie Pasta Primavera @ Whole and Heavenly Oven

Roasted Spring Veggies @ Sunkissed Kitchen

English Pea and Potato Salad @ Home Made Interest

Crispy Baked Brussels Sprouts @ Yellow Bliss Road

Roasted Mixed Potatoes with Spring Herbs and Burrata @ Half Baked Harvest

Smokey Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower @ Mindee’s Cooking Obession

Fresh Summer Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce @ Sally’s Baking Addiction

Turkey & Brie Sandwiches @ Frankie Hearts Fashion

Eggplant, Prosciutto, & Pesto Pressed Picnic Sandwiches @ Host The Toast

Chicken and Avocado Burritos @ Closet Cooking

Caprese Orzo Salad with Balsamic Syrup @ Sweet Peas & ABCs

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Have a great day!!

xoxo

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15 Tasty Summer Recipes!

15 Summer Recipes

I promise I wasn’t even hungry when I found all of these great recipes in this week’s Weekend Wrap-Up Party!

I’m always on the lookout for yummy recipes that match the season …

something light and sweet, or spicy.

Check out 15 of my favorites, and check out the party for even more!

 

Salted Caramel Ice Cream Sandwiches @ Echoes of Laughter

 

Blueberry Lemonade Cupcakes @ The NY Melrose Family

Five Cup Salad @ Echoes of Laughter

 

Oreo Popsicles @ Little Inspiration

 

 

 

Homemade Salted Nut Bars @ Moore Minutes

 

Grilled Garlic Parmesan Burgers @ Diddles & Dumplings

 

Mexican Lettuce Wraps @ Little Inspiration

 

Raspberry Cake with Ganache @ Bird on a Cake

 

Chicken Avocado Quinoa Salad @ Just Us Four

 

Cookies and Cream Ice Creak Cake @ The Royal Cook

 

Blackberry Lemon Breeze Smoothie @ Cookin’ Up Good Times

 

Lemon Blueberry Marble Cake @ Your Homebased Mom

 

Strawberry Pink Lemonade Cookies @ Cherished Bliss

 

Low-Fat Cinnamon Swirl Banana Muffins @ Singing with Birds

 

Cream Cheese Banana Puddin’ @ Country Momma Cooks

 

 

Happy Saturday!!

 

Don’t forget to visit the Weekend Wrap Up Party,

Come link up YOUR ideas,

and enter to win …

a $50 Surprise Accessory Pack from

Mindy Mae’s Market!! 

 

 Be sure to check out all of the AMAZING projects linked up this week!

 

 

xoxo

 

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Looking forward to the BIG game??

The countdown’s on, and I love the festive party maybe even more than the game (haha)!

Chocolate Conversation Football Hearts @ Crazy for Crust

Easy Football Party Table @ A Night Owl

Cheesy Artichoke Bread @ 30 Days Blog

Cake Mix Lemon Bars @ The 36th Avenue

Chocolate Football Cutout Cookies @ Posed Perfection

Spiral-Wrapped Hot Dogs @ Mom on Timeout

Perfect Lemon Bars with Coconut Crust @ Diary of Dave’s Wife

Jalapeno Popper Dip @ Wonky Wonderful

Strawberry Shortcake Fudge @ Inside BruCrew Life

Enchilada Stuffed Shell @ The NY Melrose

Football Party Ideas @ Ali Lily

Superbowl Party Tips @ A Night Owl

Easy Ham & Cheese Sliders @ Red Barn Candle Company

White Chocolate Reese’s Krispie Treats @ Inside BruCrew Life

Spinach and Artichoke Melts @ Half Baked Harvest

Free Superbowl Printables @ Ali Lily

Buffalo Chicken Cups @ Just Us Four

Red Velvet Caramel Shortbread Bars @ Lemons for Lulu 

Cowboy Caviar @ Design, Dining, + Diapers

Hot Artichoke and Spinach Dip @ Zu Haus at Home

Bacon Topped Stuffed Peppers @ Red Barn Candle Company

Brownie Pretzel Bites @ Lady Behind the Curtain

Pizza bundles with Friends @ Posed Perfection

Black Bean and Corn Salsa @ Simple Girl

Cheesy Baked Cauliflower Bites @ Eat Sleep Make

Have a Wonderful day!!

xoxo

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15 Delicious Summer Barbecue Recipes!

We love to light up the barbeque in the summer. There’s nothing like the smell of BBQ to feel like summertime. Here are some easy and delicious barbeque recipes to make right now!

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Barbecue Chicken Kebabs @ Carls Bad Cravings

Chicken kababs are a classic item to make and this one has a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce that looks so good!

Anastasia’s Best Ever Baked Beans @ Sweet Litle Bluebird

Baked beans are the perfect side dish to serve at your summer BBQ. This one is a family recipe that has been handed down for years!

Hawaiian Pork Sliders @ Belly Full

If you’re looking for a hamburger alternative, consider these pork sliders. Barbeque sauce and topped with a pineapple slice, they’ll be a hit with your crowd.

Shrimp On The Barbie @ Oh So Delicioso

My son is a pescatarian so I am always looking for fish or shrimp recipes and this Outback copycat recipe looks so good. I can’t wait to make the remoulade sauce too!

Honey Barbecue Chicken Wings @ Great Grub Delicious Treats

Chicken wings are another BBQ favorite of ours! These wings are actually baked in the oven so you can get the taste of grilling if you don’t have a grill or in the winter!

Spicy Sweet Homemade Barbecue Sauce @ The Pretty Bee

I love a tasty BBQ sauce. This one is perfect to use on all kinds of meats!

Grilled Skin-on Bone-in Barbecued Chicken @ Saving Room for Dessert

Have you ever barbecue chicken with the skin on? This method makes your chicken very crispy and good. And this recipe has great tops on fool-proof ways to cook chicken without having to babysit the grill the whole time!

Easy Barbecue Pineapple Chicken @ Lets Dish Recipes

Pineapple chicken is so tasty! I love the savory and sweet flavors together. This is an easy BBQ recipe that you can pop in your oven and it’s perfect to make on the weeknights!

Best Ever Potato Salad @ A Dash of Sanity

OK I really believe that you must have potato salad at a barbeque. This one is so creamy with a ranch-flavored kick!

Sticky Chinese Barbecue Pork Belly @ Cafe Delites

I’ve never made BBQ pork belly but it looks delicious. You can use pork belly or spare ribs in this recipe and you need to grab the glaze recipe!

Teriyaki Salmon Foil Packets @ Best Recipe Picks

Foil packet meals are so great for camping. This teriyaki salmon packet is. on my list to try this summer!

Marinated Grilled Shrimp @ The Seasoned Mom

The secret to making these grilled shrimp so great is the citrusy sweet marinade and then it’s only 10 minutes until dinner is served!

Salmon Citrus Skewers @ Cookin Mima

Another fresh take on kabobs are salmon! I love the way they are paired with tart lemons for extra flavor.

Southern Baked Beans @ How To Feed a Loon

Southern baked beans are gorgeous. I love that you can used canned beans. The secret to these is bacon and a slow simmer.

Jalapeno Popper Dogs @ Delish

I couldn’t end this recipe round up without including some hot dogs. This recipe elevates hot dogs by wrapping them in charred jalapenos and stuffing them with cheese! Yes please!!

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Here are some more Barbecue Recipes!

18 Recipes for the Perfect Summer BBQ

Looking for more summer BBQ ideas? Check out these gorgeous and amazing ones!

12 Delicious Weight Watchers BBQ Recipes

And if you’re watching what you eat, you will love these delicious WW recipes!

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What are some of YOUR favorite barbecue foods?

Share them with us!

xoxo

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Summer is my absolute favorite time of year! I am working on sprucing up my outdoors space and found these DIY ideas so inspiring! Here are…

15 Outdoor Summer DIYs

15 Outdoor Summer DIYs

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Modern Copper Decor with Concrete Flowers @ Anika’s DIY Life

This is such a fun alternative to a traditional wreath. I love the metallic copper color and concrete flowers is so cool!

Mason Jar Wedding Centerpieces @ The Country Chic Cottage

Mason jar lanterns are so pretty to put on your patio table. Add some battery-operated lights and you have a gorgeous outdoor centerpiece!

Mosquito Repellent Candles @ The Country Chic Cottage

Not only are these DIY candles great for nighttime lighting, but they keep those pesky mosquitoes away!

Vintage-Inspired Whitewash Flower Pots @ Making It in the Mountains

Have you ever whitewashed a pot? This is a great tutorial on how to turn inexpensive terra cotta pots into focal points!

Create Your Own Vertical Succulent Garden @ Angie’s List

I love succulents! They are easier to keep alive and so pretty! I loved these tips on how to create a vertical succulent garden!

European Fisher Creel Front Door Decor @ Cottage in the Oaks

How cool is this basket decor instead of a traditional wreath?? I think it’s perfect for summer!

Coastal Tealight Candle Holders @ H2O Bungalow

Make your own candle holders that look like concrete. I think these would look amazing on a patio!

Vertical Herb Garden @ Angie’s List

I love seeing creative ways to pot plants. This one is great for herbs and you can hang it on a fence which frees up patio space!

Succulent Wreath @ How to Make a Burlap Wreath

I’ve wanted to make a succulent wreath for so long! This one in a heart shape is so sweet!

Colorblocked Cement Planet @ Simply Designing

Another project I’ve wanted to tackle is making cement planters. This color blocked planter is such a fun shape!

Vertical Pallet Garden @ Angie’s List

Another awesome upcycle idea is taking a pallet and planting inside of it!

Paint Stripes on Outdoor Patio Concrete @ So Much Better with Age

I’ve painted concrete before but not instripes. I love the contrast and clean lines in this one!

Pink Flamingo Junk Sign @ Petticoat Junktion

Make a DIY sign with your favorite animal, saying or design on an old piece of wood!

Outdoor Terra Cotta Candle Holders @ Uncommon Designs

This is another fun idea. Take terra cotta pots and saucers and make candle holders. So pretty!

Vertical Vegetable Garden @ Angie’s List

I love having a garden but it can be hard when you have a smaller yard. This vertical garden ideas is so cute! Hanging baskets on a ladder looks amazing and is so practical!

More DIY Outdoor Ideas          

16 Summer Outdoor DIY Projects

18 Ideas that Will Make Your Patio Awesome for Summer

14 DIY Outdoor Patio Ideas

Do you have any theme inspiring your outdoor decor this year?

Tell me what you’ve been working on in the comments – I would love to come see your ideas!!

xoxo

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18 DIY Spring Home Ideas!

How to Make a Tulip Centerpiece for Spring @ Simply Designing

Easy DIY Umbrella Table Flower Planter @ Dazzle While Frazzled

Easy Spring crafts and decorating ideas to make!

New Cabinet Doors @ Not Just a Housewife

How to Makeover a Barbecue Grill @ H2O Bungalow

Farmhouse Potting Bench @ Refresh Restyle

Easy DIY Home Ideas to Make!

Free Set of 6 Spring Herb Printables @ Cherished Bliss

DIY Modern Spring Wreath @ Taryn Whiteaker

Craft and Decorating Projects You Can Make to Refresh Your Home for Spring

Budget Friendly DIY Wall Art @ Lantern Lane Designs

Unique Container Gardening Ideas @ Simple Nature Decor

Macrame Inspired Clay Pots @ Lydia Out Loud

How to Make a Pretty DIY Privacy Window Screen @ Thrift Diving

Floral Wallpaper Entryway Makeover @ Run to Radiance

Floral and Greenery Spring Mantel @ She’s Crafty

How to Paint a Brick Fireplace @ Celebrating Everyday Life

Furniture Flip Repurposed Table @ A Fresh Squeezed Life

Framed Dried Flowers and Poem DIY @ The Little Treasures

Flower Pot Makeover @ Clover House

Edible Miniature Garden @ 5 Minutes for Mom

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More Spring Home Ideas!

5 Tips to Declutter Your Home for Spring + Free Storage Bin Printables

Spring is the perfect time to declutter your home for Spring. Ideas to help you clear out the clutter plus FREE printable bin labels!

17 Spring Home DIY Projects

So many great spring projects — free printables, stenciling ideas, wreaths and more!

What are some of your favorite spring activities?

Tell me what you’ve been working on in the comments – I would love to come see your ideas!!

xoxo

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Fall desserts are some of my favorite! Pumpkin flavored sweets are a favorite in my home and so fun to make!

13 Amazing Weight Watchers Treat to Make This Fall!

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Weight Watchers Pumpkin Mousse @ This Mama Cooks

Mousse is one of my favorite desserts. I love the crumble at the bottom too. I can’t wait to try this one!

Weight Watchers Pumpkin Pancake Recipe – 7 Weight Watchers Smart Points @ Midlife Healthy Living

Give me everything Pumpkin in the fall! My kids will love these pumpkin pancakes as much as I will!

Pumpkin Angel Food Cake – 4 Weight Watchers Points @ The Typical Mom

How light and fluffy does this pumpkin angel food cake look? It’s the perfect light dessert to make this time of year!

Weight Watchers Cinnamon Apples – 0 Smart Points @ Lose It Lyss

This Apple Cinnamon dessert is 0 points!! And it will satisfy that craving when you are out of points for the day!

Weight Watchers Pumpkin Pie – 1.4 Smart Points @ All She Cooks

This pumpkin pie is so pretty! It’s perfect to make and serve for a special dinner!

Weight Watchers Pumpkin Spice Cake Muffins – 2 PointsPlus @ Simple Nourished Living

My kids love taking muffins with them on-the-go as we head off to school. I am excited to try this pumpkin version!

Weight Watchers Crustless Pumpkin Pie – 1 Weight Watchers Point @ The Holy Mess

Did you know you can even have pie with Weight Watchers. I love that I can still eat my favorite foods and stick to my point plan.

Weight Watchers Fall Desserts

Weight Watchers Baked Pumpkin Donuts – 5 Weight Watchers Freestyle Smartpoints @ Simple Nourished Living

Pumpkin Donuts in the fall remind me of my childhood. These donuts look light and so good. I also love the cinnamon sugar coating. Yum!

Skinny Pumpkin Spice Mug Cake – 7 Weight Watchers Smart Points @ Pointskitchen

Mug cakes are perfect to make when you want a little something really quickly! You just mix it up and pop it into the microwave.

13 Weight Watchers Fall Desserts That Will Transform Your Dieting Life

Skinny Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting @ Skinny Recipes

Skinny Pumpkin cake looks so moist and the cream cheese frosting is a delicious addition.

Weight Watchers Pumpkin Spice Pizzelles – 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle Smart Points @ Midlife Healthy Living

How adorable are these pizelles! They remind me of the cannolis we ate in New York City. So good!

Healthier Fall Desserts

Weight Watchers Pumpkin Bars – 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle Smart Points @ Midlife Healthy Living

These pumpkin bars would be easy to whip up for a weeknight dessert and they have a little extra something in the recipe!

Weight Watchers Pumpkin Pudding Recipe – 0 Weight Watchers Points @ Weight Watchers Recipes

Another great idea for a sweet treat when you are out of points – these pumpkin puddings will hit the spot!

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Here are some more fall treats!

2 Ingredient Gooey Pumpkin Fudge Brownies

This is a super easy dessert to whip up and it only uses two pantry items!

2 Point Weight Watchers Brownie Cupcakes

This is one of the most popular recipes on my site. People rave about these WW brownie cupcakes!

3 Minute Airfry Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes

Super easy to make! If you don’t have an airfyer, consider getting one. It’s a great way to make foods with less fat than traditional fryers.

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Share some of your favorite fall treats with me!

Share them with us!

xoxo

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Here in Utah we get a lot of snow during the winters and it’s hard to keep up maintenance on my patio! With the warmer summer weather I am always inspired to bring my patio back to life!

14 Outdoor Patio DIY Ideas!

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DIY Outdoor Light Pole Planters @ Ugly Duckling House

Use planters to hold patio lights. I love this idea because they are easy to move around and reconfigure.

Pea Gravel Patio DIY @ Gina Michele

Using pea gravel instead of cement or pavers is a fast and easy way to create an outdoor patio.

Fire Pit Patio DIY @ Brooklyn Limestone

Stephanie from Brooklyn Limestone created this round patio, centered around a fire pit. I love the round shape she created with traditional bricks. And she added lights with natural light poles, the effect is magical!

DIY Outdoor Sofa Tutorial @ Garrison Street Design Studio

This DIY sofa is so modern and gorgeous. I love the modern design and the stain color.

DIY Outdoor Farmhouse Patio Table @ North Country Nest

You’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make this farmhouse patio table. I love that you can make the table any length and width that you want!

DIY Garden Slat Wall @ Taryn Whiteaker

Are you looking for an outdoor privacy solution? My friend Taryn created this DIY slat wall and it’s the perfect solution. It’s also a wonderful place to hang potted flowers!

DIY Double Chair Bench with Table Plans @ Projects with Pete

I love the look of Adirondack chairs, and these double chair benches are even better. They have the look of Adirondack chairs but with a modern twist and look at the little tables in between!

Privacy Screen Planter DIY @ Gina Michele

Another awesome privacy idea. I also love that you can pair the screen with a garden area and have your vegetables or plants climb up the screen.

DIY Outdoor Water Wall @ Interior Frugalista

Can you believe this water all is DIY? It’s beautiful and it also could be used as a privacy screen that lets light through. I love the sound of running water.

How to Build a Simple Chevron Outdoor Privacy Wall @ DIY Passion

How cool is this privacy wall? The chevron shape really give the wall interest and a modern vibe.

How to Make a Wood Planter @ Gardeners World

I love the look of natrual wood. These planters are so simple and beautiful.

DIY Outdoor Chairs @ Thrifty and Chic

These DIY outdoor chairs are beautiful. White is my favorite and the design is modern and timeless.

Pallets Outdoor Sofa and Table on Casters @ 99 Pallet Ideas

Have you ever made anything out of pallets? It’s an inexpensive way to create all types of things. I love making pallet projects.

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Here are some more Outdoor DIY Ideas!

Make a DIY Recirculating Fountain

This is one of the most popular projects on my site. Make a DIY recirculating fountain out of a pot.

How to Spray Paint Resin Pots

Did you know you can spray paint your resin pots? I do it and share how easy it is.

Make a DIY Outdoor Privacy Screen and Subway Tile Planter Boxes

I turned some old doors into a really colorful and fun privacy screen. It’s one of my favorite outdoor projects!

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What are some of YOUR projects this summer?

Share them with us!

xoxo

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16 Refreshing Winter DIYs!

Brighten up your winter home decor with these bright and refreshing Winter DIY ideas!

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$10 DIY Tiered Planter @ Anika’s DIY Life

Blue & White Kitchen Cabinets @ Love and Renovations

Faux Fern Wreath @ Refresh Restyle

Felt Leaves Hoop Art @ The Country Chic Cottage

DIY Eucalyptus and Thyme Soy Candle @ Purely Katie

Modern Farmhouse Picture Frame @ Salvage Sister and Mister

DIY Wood Plank Wall @ The Magic Brush

Style Decorative Shelves Like a Designer @ Twelve On Main

Simple Coffee Filter Wreath @ Curly Crafty Mom

DIY Mason Jar Wall Sconces @ Live Craft Love

DIY Console Table @ Live Craft Love

Heart Shaped Bath Bombs @ Suburban Simplicity

Tips for Decorating with Neutrals @ Starfish Cottage

DIY Upholstered X Bench @ Anika’s DIY Life

Square Ottoman Slipcover @ Cedar Hill Farmhouse

How to Install Board and Batten Walls @ Twelve On Main

DIY Wall Hanging Planters @ H2O Bungalow

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How has the weather been where you live?

Tell me what you’ve been working on in the comments – I would love to come see your ideas!!

xoxo

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