Happy July 4th!!

What are your plans to celebrate our country's Independence?  I plan on taking a drive up the coast and enjoying the fireworks over the Bay tonight!  I hope all of you enjoy your day off and spending time with family and friends...and of course a good BBQ!

Decorating your space

Loving this Patriotic Chambray Button-Down 

Perfect Toothpicks to Use at Your 4th of July BBQ

All-American Traditional Recipes 

Potato Salad

What's a BBQ without potato salad? Here's an easy recipe if you still need to make something last minute for your 4th of July celebration tonight!

Ingredients

• 3 pounds potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons salt 
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil 
• 1/2 cup cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 tablespoons dried parsley
• ground black pepper to taste

Method

Cook potatoes until you can pierce with a fork and slice into thin circles.  Then simply mix all ingredients together and your done! Just put in the fridge until ready to serve! 

Apple Pie

This is a easy to follow but delicious recipe for this traditional dessert

 "As American as Apple Pie"

Lastly, how can you celebrate at a real 4th of July BBQ without a hot dog? Of course don't forget the necessary condiments like Heinz ketchup and mustard

xoxo

Meg