Last Minute Memorial Day Recipes
Let me guess… You planned to use Memorial Day wisely. No exciting plans to hit the beach, just a long practical to-do list and a determined spirit.
Yet now that Memorial Day is here, you’d give anything to avoid cleaning that hall closet and weeding the flower beds. An impromptu Memorial Day party sounds mighty good right now.
Yes, I have thrown my share of impromptu parties to avoid chores. Probably more than my share.
The key to these spur-of-the-moment gatherings is to prepare dishes that have big appeal and little prep-work.
I made you a list of my favorites.
Main Dishes:
Moroccan Lamb Chops with Tahini Mint Pesto
Firecracker Pork Chops with Pineapple Kiwi Salsa
Shrimp Tacos with Grilled Corn Grapes and Creamy Ranchero Sauce
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Dijon
Salsa Verde Burger With Watermelon and Basil
Snacks and Sides:
Roasted Cauliflower and Creamy Tahini Dressing
Pasta with Peas Smoked Almonds and Dill
Chile Lime Mangoes and Papayas
Grilled Corn with Smoky Lime Mayo
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Spread
Sweets and Beverages:
Blackberry Vanilla Bread Pudding
Chocolate Malt Brownie Parfaits in a Jar
Blackberry Bourbon Shortcakes with Whiskey Cream
Now have fun!
…And try not to make too big of a mess.
You’ll only end up adding “clean up party” to your to-do list tomorrow.
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I think you have forgotten to invite me to this!!
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Great lineup! I love all the grilled recipes and I have yet to try your banana pudding milkshake, but I feel like banana pudding and food off the bbq are meant to be together. Always. Yummy post!
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I want to come to your house for the party……please when will I get an invitatioon?
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Everything looks fantastic! This would be so hard to pick something to make. I think you should send me a sampler pack of everything!
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Wow, what an awesome round-up of every recipes! I seriously bookmarked 90% of these.
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All your photography is simply amazing! They all make me want to make those dishes like 5 minutes ago! YUM!
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Absolutely delicious, Sommer! Everything looks simply wonderful
Hugs <3
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