Homemade Popsicle Recipes: 15 Unique Summer Treats for Kids!

May 16th, 2012

Popsicles are a great way to quench your thirst and keep cool on hot summer days. Homemade popsicles are becoming more and more popular among parents for many reasons. Not only are they cost-effective but they’re also fun and easy to make – and your kids will love them.

When it comes to these frozen treats, there are endless options for flavors. Fruit flavors are always a popular choice but mixing together multiple fruit flavors – or adding chocolate or nutella – can keep things fresh and fun for your kids all summer long.

Here are 15 homemade popsicle recipes you can make for your kids this season:

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1. Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles

[Source: FancyHouseRoad.com]

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20 BBQ Side Dishes: Unique Ideas for Grilling!

May 15th, 2012

Barbecue season is back and HalfHourMeals has 20 unique ideas for deliciously grilled side dishes.

Barbecuing is an easy and efficient way to make mouth-watering meals. As many of you will agree, however, using the BBQ to grill the main portion of your dish and the stove or oven to prepare side dishes can be tricky and annoying. For that reason, we’ve come up with 20 amazing side dishes that can be grilled to perfection using only the BBQ. Less dishes and more delicious food equals a happy family, right?

Here are 20 ideas for BBQ side dishes:

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1. Grilled Asparagus

[Source: BBCGoodFood.com]

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Cool Drink Recipes for Summer – 15 Refreshing Cocktails!

May 14th, 2012

Summer is just around the bend and what better way to celebrate everyone’s favorite season than with refreshing cocktails under the sun?

To celebrate the arrival of summer, HalfHourMeals has compiled a list of 15 must-try cocktails. From white wine sangria to passion fruit mojitos, we have all the recipes you need to keep cool this summer.

So without further adieu, here are 15 amazing drink recipes you have to try this year:

1. White Wine Sangria

[Source: TasteofHome.com]

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HalfHourMeals Interview with Featured Member Christine Carlisle

May 11th, 2012

We value our members here at HalfHourMeals.com – after all, without enthusiastic, active members, our site would not exist. We have thousands of talented food enthusiasts who love to share their recipes and ideas with other. At the top of that list is one of our premium members: Christine Carlisle – or ChewNibbleNosh, the alias she uses when adding recipes on the site.

In order to get know Christine a little better, I asked her if she’d take some time out of her busy schedule to answer a few questions about her life and her love for food. Luckily, she agreed, and here’s what she had to say:

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Mother’s Day Cake Recipes: 7 Easy and Unique Ideas!

May 11th, 2012

Mother’s Day is just a few days away (this Sunday, for those of you who may have forgotten) and we have some great last-minute cake ideas that will wow your mom and make her feel special this year.

Earlier in the week, we provided HalfHourMeals readers with 7 cool cupcake decorating ideas to help celebrate this special occasion. If you’re not interested in making cupcakes, perhaps a cake is more your style.

Check out these 7 great recipes below and make your mom a cake she’ll really remember this Mother’s Day:

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1. Very Berry Roulade Cake

[Source: Stuff.co.nz]

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National Shrimp Day: 6 Delicious Shrimp Recipes to Try!

May 10th, 2012

Happy National Shrimp Day, everyone!

Today is a day for shrimp lovers everywhere to indulge in their favorite seafood dish in honor of this special occasion.

To celebrate this National Food Holiday, we’ve scoured the web for the most delicious, mouth-watering shrimp recipes available – and we want to share them with you!

So without further adieu, here are the 6 tastiest shrimp recipes online:

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1. Bacon Wrapped Shrimp with Cheese

[Source: MarylandMeals.com]

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Mother’s Day Cupcake Ideas: 7 Cool Decorating Ideas!

May 9th, 2012

Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and the HalfHourMeals countdown to Mother’s Day is in full force today with 7 cool cupcake decorating ideas that will wow your mom this year!

Cupcakes are becoming an increasingly popular choice when it comes to holiday treats and desserts. A single serving cupcake is the perfect amount for everyone and you can make each one unique and special. There are countless decorating ideas when it comes to Mother’s Day cupcakes but we filtered them down to the best 7 (in our opinion, of course).

If you’re looking for cool ways to make your cupcakes extra special this year, consider the ideas below:

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1. Flower Cupcakes with Licorice Stems

[Source: TraceysCulinaryAdventures.blogspot.ca]

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Mother’s Day Dessert Recipes: 7 Delicious Ideas!

May 8th, 2012

Looking for delicious recipes to make your mom feel special this Mother’s Day? You’ve come to the right place. The HalfHourMeals countdown to Mother’s Day continues today with 7 delicious dessert recipes that will put a smile on your mom’s face.

Almost as important as the dessert itself is the presentation you choose. Make your dish extra fancy by putting traditional desserts in glasses or fancy bowls like some of the recipes below.

Here are 7 delicious dessert recipes to consider for your Mother’s Day menu this year:

1. Fruit and White Chocolate Fondue

[Source: BBCGoodFood.com]

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Mother’s Day Recipes for Kids to Make – 5 Easy Food Ideas!

May 7th, 2012

Mother’s Day is just around the bend and HalfHourMeals is here to help make sure you have everything you need to make your mom feel special this year.

One of the best gift ideas for any mom is homemade food. A day off from making each meal (and attempting to make everyone happy) is exactly what every mom needs on Mother’s Day and HalfHourMeals has 6 great recipes for kids to make that will ensure any mom feels important and appreciated on this special day.

Check out these great recipe ideas that are both easy-to-make and incredibly delicious:

1. Mother’s Day Message Cookies

[Source: GoodtoKnow.co.uk]

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Cinco de Mayo Food Ideas: 5 Mexican Dip and Salsa Recipes

May 4th, 2012

Cinco de Mayo is just a day away and we have delicious, last-minute recipes to help  you make this fiesta one to remember.

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been dishing out countless Cinco de Mayo recipes to try this year. From Cinco de Mayo appetizer ideas to Cinco de Mayo food ideas for kids, we have everything you need to make sure everyone has something tasty to eat this festive season.

To close off our countdown, we have these 5 delicious and unique Mexican dip and salsa recipes. All of the recipes are incredibly easy-to-make and will leave a lasting impression on your fellow party-goers.

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1. Orange Chipotle Salsa

[Source: Delish.com]

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