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Secret Hacks to Keep Your Backyard Bug Free
Try these Secret Hacks to Keep Your Backyard Bug Free. Your next backyard barbecue is guaranteed to be bug-free. Your guest will thank you.
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Make Your Own Essential Oil Bug Repellent
Make Your Own Essential Oil Bug Repellent. No more dangerous chemicals, sticky sprays, and stinky bug spray. Try one of these recipes for Essential Oil Bug Repellent.
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Easy Campfire Pepperoni Pizza
Pizza usually ranks high on the list of “favorite” foods. With prepackaged foods it’s easy to prepare at home on a grill or over a campfire or a camp stove.
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Double Chocolate Mint S’mores
For the perfect ending to a backyard barbeque or a campfire try Double Chocolate Mint s’mores. Refreshingly different take on traditional s’more.
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4th of July Barbecue
4th of July Barbecue A collection red, white and blue recipes for a 4th of July barbecue to celebrate Independence Day. Gather family and friends and celebrate the hard-earned freedom of the United States of America. How To Throw a 4th of July Barbecue ...
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Creative Ideas for a S’mores Making Station
6 Creative Ideas for an S’Mores making station. S’Mores are a fun finish to any backyard barbecue, bonfire or campfire. Here are some great ideas for S’more making stations that look great and make it easy for guest to create their S’Mores creation.
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22 Amazing S’mores Recipes
S’Mores are a favorite finish to any backyard Barbeque or campfire. Take your S’mores game to the next level with 20 amazing S’mores recipes. Set up a S’mores station and print a menu for thought starters and let your guests make their own creations.
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Burgers and Brews | Memorial Day Cookout
"Burgers and Brews" Memorial Day Cookout Throw a backyard cookout to celebrate Memorial Day and National Hamburger Day. Plan a Burgers and Brews Memorial Day Cookout. What's more American than a burger cooked on the grilled enjoyed with an ice cold beer? Happy...
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Easy Whole Wheat Pizza Crust Recipe
Easy Whole Wheat Pizza Crust Recipe. There is nothing like making your own fresh pizza crust and this whole wheat version is super easy.
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Tipsy Mermaid Rum Punch Cocktail
The Tipsy Mermaid Rum Punch Cocktail is filled with all sorts of boozy goodness 4 types of rum, Green Chartreuse, blue curaçao, pineapple, and lime juice
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Bayou Swamp Water Cocktail
This Bayou Swamp Water Cocktail is filled with pineapple juice, coconut rum, citron vodka, Chartreuse and blue curaçao.
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Hazelnut S’Mores Martini Cocktail
Hazelnut S’Mores Martini Cocktail is a very grown-up take on the classic s’mores of childhood. Make a batch of these for your next bonfire.
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Easy Recipes For Mardi Gras Party
Easy Recipes for Mardi Gras PartyThrow a fun and festive Mardi Gras party with these easy recipes. Throw a Mardi Gras Party Laissez le Bon Temps Rouler – Let the Good Times Roll! With These Easy Mardi Gras RecipesAs we say in New Orleans, Laissez le bon...
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Grilled Loaded Baked Potato Salad
For a different twist on the same old potato salad try this Loaded Baked Potato Salad recipe. You can really taste the potatoes without all the yucky mayonnaise. This is a lower calorie version using fresh ingredients and baked potatoes.
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Grilled Chicken and Goat Cheese Quesadilla
Grilled Chicken and Goat Cheese Quesadilla is an awesome addition to any party or barbecue. The creamy goat cheese paired with the spicy grilled chicken is heavenly.
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Best-ever Easy Shrimp Dip – Party Perfect
This is the best-ever easy shrimp dip. This is the perfect party or potluck appetizer. Served with fresh vegetables or assorted pieces of bread and crackers.
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Homemade Hummus and Veggies Tray
This Homemade Hummus and Veggies Tray is so easy to make and super delicious you’ll wonder why you ever buy packaged hummus. This is a terrific starter for any party or backyard barbecue. Plus this recipe is easy to customize.
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Throw an “Make Your Own Taco” Party
A Make Your Own Taco Party is a fun and festive way to entertain friends or add a little spice to everyday entertaining and family meals.
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Black Bean Chocolate Chicken Chili – Mole Chili
Spicy & rich with a touch of sweetness. Chocolate chicken chili is a cross between a traditional Mexican Mole (my favorite) and a fresh-Mex Chili. Sure to be a new favorite.
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Secret Hacks to Keep Your Backyard Bug Free
Try these Secret Hacks to Keep Your Backyard Bug Free. Your next backyard barbecue is guaranteed to be bug-free. Your guest will thank you.
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Make Your Own Essential Oil Bug Repellent
Make Your Own Essential Oil Bug Repellent. No more dangerous chemicals, sticky sprays, and stinky bug spray. Try one of these recipes for Essential Oil Bug Repellent.
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How to Clean a Boat Hull – the Easy Way
Learn how to clean a boat hull – the easy way. Here in Florida, our boats are always exposed to the elements and to keep it looking great you’ll need an easy way to clean the hull. If you leave your boat in for a couple of days you’ll notice it has a ring around the hull at the waterline. Here’s an easy way to clean the hull and remove that waterline.
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Easy DIY Hanging Rope Shelf
For about $30 and a couple of hours, you can build this easy DIY hanging rope shelf. A super cute DIY shelf that fits into any coastal or rustic decor.
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Kell-
Chief Mermaid & Mojito Maker
This is me hangin’ out on the boat – it’s an absolutely gorgeous day in the Florida Keys – doing what wannabe mermaids do best…splashing in the waves + soaking up the sun. Life’s amazing. Want to learn more?Recent Posts
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Casual Living Philosophy
I love serving homemade meals and entertaining, but I don’t love spending all my time in the kitchen… Sound familiar? I’ll share my shortcuts for getting delicious, healthy food on the table – easy, fast & stress-free. All of my recipes have been tested on family and friends. We love them and I hope you will too.
Kelly
Chief Mermaid & Mojito Maker
This is me hangin’ out on the boat – it’s an absolutely gorgeous day in the Florida Keys – doing what wannabe mermaids do best…splashing in the waves + soaking up the sun. Life’s amazing. Want to learn more?