Red White and Blue Recipe Roundup

Saturday, June 30, 2018
If you are looking for a the best Red White and Blue easiest recipes for a Patriotic holiday you hit the jackpot here.


This roundup is my go to article every year when I am looking for colorful creative foods that are so simple and really impress my guests and family not to mention delicious!


We will create a great patriotic spirit of the colors using foods to make that perfect table for the 4th of July or Memorial Day barbeque or picnic.

You will find flag dip, pies and so much more to have the most festive looking celebration on the block!


From savory to sweet, you will have a fun-filled Patriotic, flag-themed mouth watering memories for all your friends and family.


Every year we plan a large festive party at our home for the 4th of July.


Both my grown sons and their families join in by bringing all the fireworks.


I try and make a few new recipes every year that are festive in color to brighten the holiday tables.



My favorite is the flag dip and flag cheese pie for a great Red, White, and Blue Patriotic look.


I also coordinate the tablecloths, dishes and other party items to keep the theme in the spirit of this great Holiday.


I sure hope you all find something fun to make here in this delicious roundup of Red, White, and Blue themed fun and creative foods, Patriotic snacks, and Patriotic desserts.


Red, White and Blue American Patriotic parties are easy to do with some of these great party fun ideas for the 4th of July or Memorial Day.


If you're looking for festive ideas, you hit the jackpot here.


These Red, White and Blue recipes are sure to be a hit at any barbecue or backyard event!


Scroll down and check out all our favorite recipes that will wow everyone no matter how patriotic they are!


Have a safe and wonderful Holiday.




this is a dip with refried beans in a glass dish that has olives and tomatoes on top shaped in the a US flag



Zucchini Pizza Bites

Thursday, June 28, 2018
Zucchini Pizza Bites are on of the easiest low calories appetizer and they are really delicious and easy to make.

These delicious quick and simple to make zucchini bites are perfect for entertaining when hosting a party, and a great finger food appetizer.

Made in less than 15 minutes and can be loaded on top with whatever you like on pizza, however, you should try to stick to a low-carb style when making for a low-calorie-weight-watching diet.

Zucchini slices are perfect for turning a plain vegetable using the the slices as a crust and building the top with your favorite pizza sauce and toppings.

Although there is no substitutions for the real deal Italian Pizza Pie, this certainly will give a diet those wonderful flavors infused until you've reached you goal weight.

Give them a try and adapt them to be plain with cheese a gourmet topping if you're a meat lover, build the zucchini to satisfy those pizza cravings.

Toppings, of course, are limitless just choose from our suggestions and make them exactly how your family likes regular pizza and scroll down to our printable recipe card.



zucchini bites with pizza toppings


Avocado Black Bean and Corn Salad

Friday, June 22, 2018
Avocado, Black Bean, and Corn Salad is a gluten-free vegan recipe that is bursting with fresh and colorful flavors!

Set up a salad bar for picky eaters and choose a wide selection below to let them build their own salad bowl, just check out our huge selection list for salad mixins below

This is a delicious side dish that goes great at any picnic or summer meal.

It keeps great prepared even the day before and adds the dressing just before serving.

This is perfect for all in one bowl side dish for your family picnic, events and holiday get together's.

You may also like to try our favorite Bruschetta with Avocado and Chicken on top it's so good!

Just remember to keep it healthy use dressing sparingly we do try to serve it seperate and just dip your fork into it lightly to keep those calories down.


this is a bowl of Tex Mex style salad with black beans, chopped tomato, cubed cucumbers, shucked corn off the cob, avocado with a lime dressing this is almost like having an avocado and black bean salsa



Baked or Air Fried Barbecued Chicken

Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Baked or Air Fried Barbecued Chicken is shouting cookout summer fun!


It will save the day and everyone will swoon over this tender chicken especially if your day gets rained out.


You can't predict the weather so keep this recipe handy and always have a backup idea.


Don't let your party get ruined at the last minute and guess what? This chicken has directions for air frying at the last minute.


This homemade barbecue sauce makes this chicken extra special and it's so easy to make.


I also include some suggestions and links for side dishes to go along with this possible indoor picnic.


This chicken dish is perfect for entertaining big crowds, economical to make and sure is delicious.


Plus you can make some Patriotic Recipes Check out these Red White and Blue Recipes during a holiday and it's a great addition for making a festive table.


Scroll down to our easy printable recipe card for these easy instructions on baked or air-fried barbecued chicken.




this is a baked or air fried barbecued chicken in a Patriotic basket




Garlic Parmesan Burgers with Creamy Lemon Spinach Sauce

Saturday, June 16, 2018
Here is a gourmet Garlic Parmesan Burger with a creamy lemon spinach sauce over the top just bursting with flavors!


If you're a spinach lover and love a good lemony cream sauce, you will love this burger.


My favorite part is the smoky flavored burger, a little heat from the radishes


Then with this creamy buttery delicious sauce that has with wilted fresh spinach on top, makes it over the top gourmet in every way.


It really is out of this world delicious!




This is a hamburger on a white plate with spinach lemon cream sauce over the top with a sprig of rosemary on the plate on a ciabatta roll

Baked Parmesan Chicken Thighs with Herbs

Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Baked Parmesan Chicken Thighs with Herbs is a delicious tender baked chicken that bursts with fantastic flavors.

These chicken thighs are first sauteed and then baked, sealing in the juices making them fork tender.

The breadcrumbs with Parmesan are a tasty coating with fresh herbs and we even have some fabulous suggestions for those who love vegetables and even cheese on top.

If you're looking for an easy yet gourmet-tasting chicken Italian style, this is it look no further.

We have used other chicken parts as well but bone-in works the best for moisture.

Scroll down to our printable recipe card to avoid ads and you will get this entire recipe.





Pizza Dough Recipes

Saturday, June 9, 2018
Pizza is one of my favorite foods, and Italian pizza dough is the only thing we use to make ours.

There are so many versions to make and ways to prepare it but using my Authentic Pizza Sauce is a must!

Pizza has styles, and different tomato sauces, some are made with a rich garlic sauce called white pizza.

Margherita Pizza-style pizza has just slices of tomatoes fresh basil and cheese.

The list goes on and there are so many topping variations to choose from.

Pizza is pure Italian comfort food at its finest.

Create your own pizza in the flavors you like the best and also try our Deep Dish Muffin Tin Pizza it's easy and individual serving deep dish pizza!.

Remember recipes are basic to each Region in Italy, and many are totally different.

Enjoy this delicious pizza dough recipe, there is nothing like fresh pizza dough, and also try some of my hometown Utica, New York York-style recipes below!

Tomato Pie,Italian Greens Italian Lemon Ice,Pizza Fritta,Chicken Riggies,Manny's Cheesecake,Oscugnizzo Pizza,Pustiesand Rosato Chocolate Cookies.



Stroll down to the end to see the two recipes that we love the most.



Easy Baked Banana Apple Pancake

Wednesday, June 6, 2018
These easy-baked banana apple pancakes are the solution to not stand over a stovetop all morning for any reason!


I love them with a little sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar.


But there are so many ways to create your family's favorite!


Just get creative and pick up a few ingredients and you can make everyone in your home happy with their favorite style pancake breakfast!


The pancakes are baked in an oven and can be personalized to each individual person.


You can even set up a breakfast station with fruits, purees, whipped cream, jams, chocolate chips, nuts, and even ice cream toppings for garnishing.


The kids love these and so do adults that want to make their favorite flavored pancakes they like.


It's perfect for entertaining guests staying for the weekend of sleepovers with the kid's friends, they all love this idea and my biscuit cinnamon rolls are another one to try.


I love baked breakfast recipes, you may remember my baked egg cupcakes?


Summers are supposed to be fun and adventurous and cooking can be a chore and time-consuming.


If you want an easy recipe, this is it and for meat lovers you can add cooked meats on top!


Maybe you would like to try my Breakfast Homemade Pork Sausage Recipe?


These easy-baked pancakes will be your new favorite summer recipe and will free up your time for more fun in the sun.


Scroll down for the recipe and check out the many tip suggestions below





Lady Finger Lemon Dessert

Sunday, June 3, 2018
I made this special Lady Finger Lemon Dessert for a family gathering on Memorial Day Weekend.

I wanted something special. This Lady Finger Lemon Dessert was worth a little extra time to make a special treat for the family.

We all live a distance between us, and this was the perfect way to celebrate together with a special yummy dessert.

These Patriotic colors are great not only for Memorial Day, 4th of July, Veterans Day and Labor Day, but you can also switch up the colors of fruits on top to make it festive for any holiday event.

At Christmas time I love to make these green and red cherries on top and those go great with lemon also!

This dessert is a real show-stopper and impressive, you're not going to believe how easy it is to make!

Take a look at the simple instructions on how to create this beautiful treat for your special family holiday and any occasion.



ladyfinger lemon filled dessert