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20 Labor Day Recipes For Your End Of Summer Party, Picnic, or BBQ

20 Labor Day Recipes For Your End Of Summer Party, Picnic, or BBQ

20 Labor Day Recipes For Your End Of Summer Party, Picnic, or BBQ

Fire up that grill and let’s get cooking with these tasty party, picnic and BBQ favorites! From burgers, sliders and kabobs to no-bake desserts and slushies, we’ve got you covered. Delicious beverages, salads and sides along with mouthwatering appetizers help round out the party menu!

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APPETIZERS

SOUR CREAM AND BACON DEVILED EGGS
Recipe and photo courtesy of Simply Recipes

SOUR CREAM AND BACON DEVILED EGGS

ROASTED RED PEPPER HUMMUS
Recipe and photo courtesy of Zesty Olive

Roasted Red Pepper and Garlic Hummus

HOT SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP
Recipe and photo courtesy of Zesty Olive

Hot Spinach And Artichoke Dip

MAIN
BEER AND BOURBON BARBECUE CHICKEN SLIDERS
Recipe and photo courtesy of Averie Cooks

BEER AND BOURBON BARBECUE CHICKEN SLIDERS

MARINATED PINEAPPLE CILANTRO CHICKEN KABOBS
Recipe and photo courtesy of Zesty Olive
Pineapple Chicken Kabobs


TEX-MEX SLOPPY JOES
Recipe and photo courtesy of Five Heart Home

TEX-MEX SLOPPY JOES

PHILLY CHEESESTEAK SANDWICHES
Recipe and photo courtesy of Brown Eyed Baker

PHILLY CHEESESTEAK SANDWICHES

MARINATED BEEF KABOBS WITH VEGGIES
Recipe and photo courtesy of Zesty Olive
Marinated Beef Kabobs with Veggies

SIDES
LOADED BAKED POTATO SALAD
Recipe and photo courtesy of Zesty Olive
Loaded Baked Potato Salad
GRILLED CORN ON THE COB WITH HERB BUTTER
Recipe and photo courtesy of Zesty Olive
Grilled Corn On The Cob
BOURBON MAPLE SLOW COOKER BAKED BEANS
Recipe and photo courtesy of Averie Cooks

BOURBON MAPLE SLOW COOKER BAKED BEANS


BROCCOLI GRAPE HARVEST SALAD
Recipe and photo courtesy of Eat Yourself Skinny

BROCCOLI GRAPE HARVEST SALAD

CARROT APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD
Recipe and photo courtesy of Natasha’s Kitchen

CARROT APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD

VEGETABLE TACO PASTA SALAD
Recipe and photo courtesy of Cook Nourish Bliss

VEGETABLE TACO PASTA SALAD

DESSERTS
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CHIP BROWNIES
Recipe and photo courtesy of Zesty Olive

Flourless Chocolate Brownie

BLUEBERRY CRUMBLE
Recipe and photo courtesy of Natasha’s Kitchen

BLUEBERRY CRUMBLE


NO-BAKE FROZEN MARGARITA PIE
Recipe and photo courtesy of Five Heart Home

NO-BAKE FROZEN MARGARITA PIE

BEVERAGES
PERFECT LEMONADE
Recipe and photo courtesy of Simply Recipes

PERFECT LEMONADE

BERRY SPRITZER
Recipe and photo courtesy of The Gracious Wife

BERRY SPRITZER

WATERMELON SLUSHIE
Recipe and photo courtesy of Zesty Olive
Watermelon lemonade slushie


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Peaches And Cream Protein Smoothie

My Peaches And Cream Protein Smoothie is a dairy-free way to enjoy this delicious summer flavor combination.

Peaches and Cream Protein Smoothie

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Take full advantage of peach season and whip up this delicious Peaches and Cream Protein Smoothie! I use unsweetened coconut milk – the kind that comes in a carton, not the can. I love this brand. You could also use almond milk, or even regular milk, if you don’t have a problem with dairy.

Peaches and Cream Protein Smoothie

During peach season we have an abundance of peaches which means I end up peeling, slicing and freezing peaches during most of the summer. This is great because I can have peaches and cream smoothies even into the fall and early winter months! This recipe calls for frozen peach slices, but you can totally make it with a fresh peach (or two), but you might need to add a a small handful of ice just to make it a bit more frosty. If you do use a fresh peach, wash it well, cut it in half to remove the pit and throw it in the blender, skin on. Lots of good nutrients in the skins! Your high-powered blender will do its job and pulverize those skins, so no worries. I also add protein powder, of course, and half of a frozen banana, for a little extra creaminess.

Since I make smoothies daily, I keep an abundance of frozen fruits in my freezer. For fresh fruits that are in season and that I want to freeze, or like bananas that I peel and break in half, I use these silicone reusable ziplock bags. Money-saver and eco-friendly!

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Peaches and Cream Protein Smoothie

Enjoy!

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Peaches And Cream Protein Smoothie
 
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Peaches And Cream Protein Smoothie - delicious non-dairy smoothie!
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Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsweetened vanilla-flavored coconut milk (from carton, not can)
  • 1 scoop of vanilla or plain protein powder
  • 1 ½ cups frozen peaches, pitted (or fresh, skins on)
  • ½ frozen banana
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, adjust according to taste)
  • ice (optional; if your peaches aren't frozen, you may consider adding a little ice to your smoothie)
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender and blend.

  2. Pour into your favorite smoothie glass and enjoy.

  3. Note: if your peaches aren't frozen, you may consider adding a little ice to your smoothie

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Eco Friendly Lunch Box Essentials For Adults And Kids

Eco Friendly Lunch Box Essentials For Adults And Kids

Eco Friendly Lunch Box Essentials For Adults

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Whether you’re going back to school, back to work, or just traveling, here’s a list of eco friendly lunch boxes for adults (as well as kids). You’ll be amazed at the designs and innovations available today and impressed that you can have a stylish, functional and non-toxic way to carry your lunch (or breakfast, or snack!).

Stainless Steel Bento Box Lunch Box Set With Black Neoprene Lunch Bag
Three-tier stainless steel Bento lunch box is dishwasher safe and free of BPA, PVC , BPS or Phthalates. Carrying bag included.

Vaya Tyffyn 1000 ml Insulated Lunch Box with Bag Mat
Advanced thermal insulation keeps your food warm or cold for up to 5 hours without heat or refrigeration. Leak-proof, non-toxic and eco-friendly. Comes in many other colors and designs. This would be perfect to carry veggies such as Baked Scalloped Potatoes or Bourbon Pecan Mashed Sweet Potatoes.

YOHOOLYO Electric Lunch Box Food Heater Portable with Removable Stainless Steel Container
Perfect for school or office, the removable stainless steel container lets you safely heat your food without the use of a microwave. Outer shell is made from environmentally friendly and nontoxic food grade material. Comes in other colors, as well. I bet some leftover Dutch Oven Balsamic Chicken and Veggies would be great to carry in this lunch box!

SoYoung Large Cooler Bag
Made from linen, it’s insulated, leak-proof and machine washable, too. Can be worn as a cross bag, backpack, or carried  by hand. Comes in many other designs, as well. It is PVC, phthalate, lead, & BPA free.

Organic Bento lunch box.
Looking for an eco-friendly utilitarian lunch box? This one is made of rice husk without any chemical additives and is 100% biodegradable. It’s even dishwasher and microwave safe. Comes with attached spork.

Stainless Steel Travel Mug / Thermos
Okay, this thermos can apparently do. it. all. Seriously. It’s also a tea infuser (comes with tea-leaf strainer), it’s also double-wall insulated for hot coffee, tea, or soup or for cold fruit. Comes in different colors and sizes, too. I bet this Cherry Vanilla Protein Smoothie would go great in this thermos!

2 Pack Rustproof Stainless Steel Tableware Dinnerware with Carrying Case
Re-use your cutlery and save waste! This gorgeous stainless steel set comes with its own carrying case (other color choices available) for easy storage and packing.

Earthwise Insulated Lunch Bag Jute Tote (2-pack) 
With its zipper-top closure, this eco-friendly bag will keep your food warm or cold. It folds easily for storage in your car, kitchen, or at work.

Nucucina Slim Bento Lunch Box Set
This leak-proof, air-tight and BPA-free slim design fits perfectly in your briefcase, tote or backpack. Comes with cutlery, too! You could pack it with some refreshing fruit like this Melon Ball Salad or some Loaded Baked Potato Salad.


Lunch Bag – Tan Waxed Canvas
Just want to brown bag it and forget the electronics and multi-layers of bento-like containers? Then check out this waxed canvas re-usable bag. Très chic. 😉

Planet Wise Zipper Sandwich Bag
Reusable, made in the USA, and PVC, BPA, latex, pthalate and lead free.

Ice Pack for Lunch Boxes
Completely non-toxic and sweat-proof! Comes in other designs if pink birds aren’t your thing.

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Whether you're going back to school, back to work, or just traveling, here's a list of eco friendly lunch boxes for adults (as well as kids). You'll be amazed at the designs and innovations available today and impressed that you can have a stylish, functional and non-toxic way to carry your lunch (or breakfast, or snack!).


Eco Friendly Lunch Box Essentials For Adults

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