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Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes

06/28/18 | Cooking, Entertaining, Fourth of July/Summertime, Helpful Party Tips, Holidays, Tricks and Tips

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Summer is the time to kick back, relax and enjoy some fun outdoor time with your family and friends. If you’ve been hesitant about having people over for a BBQ or backyard party this season, this post is for you! I’ve put together the perfect menu for your next summer gathering filled with Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes from appetizers all the way to cocktails!

Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundupSummer is in full swing over here at the lake! If your household is anything like mine at the current moment, you have a million things going on at once and are trying everything in your power to stay afloat. Between multiple vacations, a teenager at home for summer break, and a new workout and diet routine, I’ve been struggling to keep up with my responsibilities. My to-do list is continuing to grow and I’m not really crossing items off of it at the moment.

I feel like it has been forever since I’ve had people over for a party or event. I love entertaining but I haven’t been able to really squeeze it into my summer yet. The main reason is I just don’t have time and the thought of it just seems overwhelming. But I should know better! I’m the woman you turn to when YOU’RE feeling overwhelmed with entertaining. You come to me so I can reassure you how easy it really is to put together a gathering for your family and friends.

To motivate both of us to get out of our Summer Hosting Rut, I put together a full menu of Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes straight from the blog. Many of these recipes can be made ahead of time too, which makes things even simpler.

So without further ado, please enjoy these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes!

Appetizers

Dill Pickle Dip

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Cold Dill Pickle Dip is a delicious easy appetizer to make for your next bbq, 4th of July party or outdoor gathering. Try this easy dill pickle dip alongside a nice juicy burger and a yummy piece of corn on the cob.

Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

Italian Cream Cheese Veggie Pizza

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My Italian Cream Cheese Veggie Pizza is a delicious cold appetizer that starts with a crescent roll crust and is then smeared with an Italian dressing cream cheese dip. Add an array of chopped colorful vegetables on top and you have one scrumptious easy appetizer perfect for feeding a crowd.

Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

Main Dishes

Sweet Homemade Barbecue Sauce

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Looking for a sweet homemade barbecue sauce recipe that will take your food to the next level? Spread this delicious bbq sauce on your bbq ribs, bbq chicken or bbq brisket at your next bbq gathering and watch your guests go crazy!

Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

Crockpot Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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Easy Crockpot Pulled Pork is a "fix it and forget it" meal your family will love. Throw everything into a crockpot in the morning and let it work its magic. #crockpot #pulledpork #easyrecipes #easydinnerideasCrock Pot Pulled Pork is a “fix it and forget it” meal your family will love. Throw everything into a crockpot in the morning and let it work its magic.

 

Side Dishes

Italian-Inspired Roasted Corn on the Cob

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Italian-Inspired Roasted Corn on the Cob is the perfect way to prepare corn inside and still give it that grilled taste. This easy side dish is perfect for all your summer gatherings and BBQs. Garlic, olive oil, and parmesan cheese add a special touch to this corn!

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Mediterranean-Style Orzo Salad

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Mediterranean-Style Orzo Salad is an easy make-ahead salad that is packed with a ton of fresh flavors. This mayonnaise-free salad is perfect to make for BBQs, baby showers, bridal showers, luncheons, and potlucks. You’ll find yourself making it over and over again!

Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad

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Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad is a delicious dish that is super easy to prepare. This sweet and salty salad is the perfect addition to your next party or gathering. Everything tastes better with a little bit of parmesan cheese and bacon!

Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

Desserts

Strawberry Orange Trifle

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Strawberry Orange Trifle is an easy, no-bake dessert that’s sure to be a crowd pleaser. This cold dessert is easy to prepare. My Strawberry Orange Trifle will make the perfect BBQ dessert, 4th of July treat, or even just a Monday-Night “pick me up” after a tough day. You’ll enjoy this light and refreshing summer treat.
Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

Red, White and Blue Cupcakes

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Looking for an easy 4th of July dessert recipe to “wow” your guest this holiday? Look no further than these delicious Red, White and Blue Cupcakes guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

Cocktails

Pineapple Paradise Mimosa

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With just 4 ingredients, this Pineapple Paradise Mimosa is a must-try cocktail for the hot summer months ahead. Coconut rum, pineapple juice and sherbet, topped with some bubbly make for the perfect combination for a lakeside or beach cocktail. This cocktail can be made for one or a crowd!

Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

Mango and Banana White Wine Slushies

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Mango Banana White Wine Slushies are the ultimate summer cocktail! Blend up some frozen bananas and mangoes with a bottle of white wine and you’ll be refreshed in no time. If you’re feeling fancy, add a little bit of banana rum for an extra kick!

Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

These Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes are all you need to create the perfect summertime gathering! Try out one, two, or all of them and let me know what you think. Happy Summer, folks!

Need additional help for your summertime gathering? Here are 5 Party Must-Haves and Patio Decorating Ideas just for you.

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Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

Check out these Easy Summer Entertaining Recipes I've put together to make the perfect summertime menu. Perfect for a BBQ, backyard party, or deck party! These simple summer recipes are all crowd-pleasers, too! #summerentertaining #outdoorparty #easyrecipes #easycooking #reciperoundup

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My Valentine’s Day heart wreath is finally finished which means I can share my entire mantle with you. Sorry for the tease yesterday...it’s been a work in progress!❤️💜💗
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Thank you for those who helped me decide in my stories if I should or should not add the “XOXO” on my wreath. The majority said YES so I added it, BUT now that I placed another “XOXO” sign on the mantle I’m wondering if it’s over kill. So now I need you to vote again. Do I keep the “XOXO” on the Valentine’s Day wreath, or remove it? Comment 👍🏼 for keep, or 👋🏼 to say good bye to it. Thank you for always having my back.😘😘
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I made this adorable heart banner for my mantle using colored yarn, leftover cardboard boxes, scissors, tape, and twine. It was super easy...I did it while binge watching Netflix.🤣🤣🤣
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Because I try to incorporate teal into all my holiday and seasonal decor, I’ve learned to really step out of the box and get creative on how I incorporate the color into my decor. I challenge you to step out of the box and create your own heart-shaped banner. What colors will yours be?! Steps can be found in my stories.❤️🧡💛💚💙💜💗
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When teal isn’t a typical Valentine’s Day color, you improvise by doing an easy craft that incorporates your color. You gotta make it work!🙌🏼🙌🏼
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I made this adorable heart banner for my mantle using colored yarn, leftover cardboard boxes, scissors, tape, and twine. It was super easy...I did it while binge watching Netflix.🤣🤣🤣
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Because I try to incorporate teal into all my holiday and seasonal decor, I’ve learned to really step out of the box and get creative on how I incorporate the color into my decor. I challenge you to step out of the box and create your own heart-shaped banner. What colors will yours be?! Steps can be found in my stories.❤️🧡💛💚💙💜💗
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I’m excited because I’ll be getting my very first curly hair cut too. I made an appointment for an Ouidad cut but that might change once I go to the salon and they see my hair. We shall see what the stylist says. I’m honestly a little nervous. What if I come out of the salon looking like a French Poodle? No offense to all the cute poodles out there!🐩
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Patrick wants me to go short but I want to keep my hair long. In a perfect world, I would love my hair to look like Nicole Kidman’s from The Undoing. Do you think I can pull it off?!🙄
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Our kitchen got a little extra love in the form of some Valentine’s Day dish towels and pretty pink flowers. Simple, cheap, and definitely worth the effort to add a little Valentine’s Day cheer to your kitchen space.💗❤️💗❤️
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