Summer Dinner Party Ideas That Don't Involve Grilling?

Holding a dinner party can be a lot of work, but getting ready for guests doesn't have to be quite as hard, especially if you find a way to skip breaking out the barbecue in favor of an easier to prepare, yet still delicious food. What are your favorites? Click through to the main article for answers from others! Q: I LOVE to cook and I would like to throw a summer birthday dinner party. Only bad thing — my birthday is usually during the hottest week of the year and I would prefer to NOT showcase barbeque cooking. Any suggestions? Sent by Jenni Editor: Jenni, if you are looking for something more interactive, setting...

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Fudge Pop Recipe

There are some great recipes that can help you beat the heat this summer. This Classic Fudge Pop recipe is delicious, and it will be nice and cold even on the warmest days. Keep reading below for the recipe, and you can check out Home and Gardens for more information. ...

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Look! Boozy Roasted Cherry Milkshakes

Everyone loves a good milkshake, right? Well if you're interested in making your milkshakes a little more 'adult' then check out these recipes below in "Look! Boozy Roasted Cherry Milkshakes" When cherry season hits, I often find myself buying bags and baskets of the coveted summer fruit with good intentions to bake a pie or make homemade ice cream, but inevitably I snack on them instead. Then I buy another basket and the cycle repeats all over again. Until now.  These fresh cherry milkshakes from How Sweet It Is boast a few of my favorite things: bourbon and hot fudge sauce. Mix in fresh cherries and a bit of summer magic is made....

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7 Juicy Summer Sips Without the Booze

Summer time calls for some fruity drinks, often of the alcoholic variety, but if you're more interested in keeping your drinks non-alcoholic, no worries! We've got 7 delicious drink recipes below in "7 Juicy Summer Sips Without the Booze"! Gorgeous, juicy summer fruit just begs to be turned into a refreshing drink, don't you think? From agua fresca to soda and even drinking vinegars, these non-alcoholic beverages make the most of the season's vibrant produce — and in many cases you don't need added sugar, either. Serve these drinks at your next summer gathering or treat yourself to a cool glass! 1 Strawberry Basil Soda - Bright...

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4th of July: Fun Events

Tomorrow is Independence Day! If you need some ideas for how to celebrate, check out the list of events below to make your 4th of July spectacular! Put on your party hat and get out the sparklers; the Fourth of July is here. No other holiday brings so many people together to look up and enjoy what's in the sky. Find out where to see fireworks, and whether or not there's a parade near you (there probably is). If you're so inclined, you might even want to participate in that All-American pastime, and take in a baseball game. Whatever you decide to do, enjoy your Fourth! Updated for 2013 Tipsy Tow Service: Stay SafeAAA New Mexico...

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