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Festive Fourth of July Recipes that Save Time and Money

4th of July Jello ShotsEverybody loves a fun Fourth of July party. Here are some easy ways to celebrate in style. These are the recipes that I think give the most value for your money and time. And they are yummy! Try a few and then kick back to enjoy the day!Serve Red, White, and Blue TreatsThe most popular recipe on Square Pennies for the Fourth, … [Read more...]

Fabulous Walnut Basil Pesto for Crostini, Pizza, Pasta, and Easy Entertaining

Crostini Appetizers with PestoI made this for my daughter-in-law and son recently and it was sooooo good on rotini. The pesto clings to the grooves of the pasta delivering perfect flavor in every bite. I highly recommend using rotini, or as we called it when we were kids, "scroodles."On crostini it's a burst of flavor--perfect for a savory … [Read more...]

Fast Pesto Pizza Appetizers:

White Pizza with PestoWho wouldn't love this white pizza made with three cheeses and a savory pesto? You can assemble it quickly on pita bread anytime people stop by, but it's also a great little meal for when you don't have much time to cook. It takes just 10 minutes to assemble and then 15 minutes in the oven.  A good deal all around.This is a … [Read more...]

Savory Radish Crostini Appetizers

Red radishes pack a lot of peppery crunch in salads and wraps.  They are usually pretty inexpensive, but if you grow them yourself you get to pick them at their peak of flavor.  Picked when they are small they are not as peppery. Here is a yummy recipe for crostini that is so simple.  You just spread Boursin garlicky cream cheese on slices of … [Read more...]

Artichoke Olive Crostini or Pasta Topping

You know how much I love crostini for entertaining.  It can be inexpensive, but wonderful.  This spread won't be the most inexpensive for crostini, but it will be devoured.  A plus is that you can make this as much as two days ahead of time.  Just keep it in the refrigerator and then allow it to return to room temperature to serve.The great thing … [Read more...]

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

 This appetizer is a nice change from the same old dips. It's also super healthy and great for dieters.  I've even heard some wedding planners say it's sophisticated enough for the cocktail hour at wedding receptions.  Who knew?This goes together very quickly; just throw everything in the blender, a few pulses and you're done! You need to chill it … [Read more...]

Zucchini and Almond Pasta Salad that Transforms into a Beautiful Whole Meal Salad

Here is a very fresh pasta salad with zucchini. I just couldn't resist tweaking it with some add-ins for extra colors, textures, and flavors! I think I'd add some black olives to at least the tops of the individual salads to give some punch to the colors. You could add some tomato wedges or cherry tomatoes for more color and plenty of taste. … [Read more...]

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