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February 2021 Release Day

She Blooms + Effortless Beauties + Feathered Friends 8

Framed in Florals + Cover Plate: Vines + Feathered Friends Mini 8

June 2014 Release in Review & Release Contest

June 15, 2014      Nichole Heady      806 Comments

The June release has been full of some gorgeous new products and we hope the projects from the team have been beyond inspiring!  I've picked out favorites of my own, from each of the design team members, to share with you today!  Click the link next to each team member's name to see more details about the project shown here, as well as the rest of her projects from this release!  And be sure to read all the way to the bottom of the post…..you won't want to miss out on this month's release in review CONTEST!!!

 Ashley

CLICK HERE to see more from Ashley Cannon Newell.

Betsy

CLICK HERE to see more from Betsy Veldman.

Danielle

CLICK HERE to see more from Danielle Flanders.

Dawn

CLICK HERE to see more from Dawn McVey.

Erin

CLICK HERE to see more from Erin Lincoln.

Heather

CLICK HERE to see more from Heather Nichols.

Laura

CLICK HERE to see more from Laura Bassen.

Laurie

CLICK HERE to see more from Laurie Willison.

  Maile

CLICK HERE to see more from Maile Belles.

Melissa

CLICK HERE to see more from Melissa Phillips.  As a little something extra, Melissa also has several extra Topiary Trio projects to share with you, so be sure to stop by!

Now that you have had a chance to see all of this eye candy, how about a chance to win a gift certificate to purchase some of the amazing goodies used to make them!  

Grand-giveaway

$150 PTI Gift Certificate  

for you to spend however you choose!

All you have to do to enter to win is to leave a comment answering the question below…

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You have until 9:30pm EST to post a comment and be eligible to win.  Only one comment per person please.  One randomly selected winner will be announced here, on this post, shortly before the release at 10pm EST.  Thanks for joining in our release festivities today and best of luck with the contest!

Last but not least, here are the color combos and sketches collected from some of your favorite release projects from this month!  You can pin the individual graphics or download the four page pdf below.

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CLICK HERE to Download PTI June Inspiration Cards

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Sandy Vincent says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:02 AM

    I like to bring baked beans…always a crowd pleaser!

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  2. Cindyblizzard@aol.com says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:15 AM

    I always bring devolved eggs my mothers basic ingredients my free range chicken eggs and the perfect balance of ingredients they are the best.

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  3. Kymona says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:17 AM

    I love to bring a beautiful fruit salad!! Its so delicious. Nice pretty fresh fruit is always a crowd pleaser! Everyone loves fruits, even the kids.

    Reply
  4. Kathy W says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:18 AM

    I bring deviled eggs, and they are the first thing that runs out. I don’t really use a recipe; just a combo of mustard, mayo, sweet pickle juice, celery seed, salt, white pepper.

    Reply
  5. Anja curvers says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:20 AM

    I like to bring a banana salad the ingredients are banana, onions, oil, tomatoketchup , chive and some herbs. It sounds weird but it is very refreshing we love it.
    Great release.

    Reply
  6. Amanda says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:21 AM

    I bring a salad make simply of spinach or spring mix greens, sliced strawberries, and fresh blueberries. I bring a homemade dressing in a bottle along side and done. Easy, light, summer, and healthy!

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  7. Dee in NH says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:22 AM

    I love to bring a pasta salad that is loaded with veggies. I use anything I can get fresh at the time and add artichokes, black olives and a light dressing. Yum!

    Reply
  8. Quietgirl says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:24 AM

    I always bring some kind of a vegetable like salad, coleslaw, or veggie tray. It is often the case that no one brings a vegetable. So if I want to eat one at the potluck, I have to bring it myself!

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  9. Mary M. says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:25 AM

    I brought pasta salad to a picnic yesterday. It was my second picnic already this year that I brought it to. It goes over well. I combine the way my mom and aunt make it, choosing elements of each.

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  10. Terri E. says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:28 AM

    We love to bring fresh fruit. Not super creative, but a kid/crowd pleaser!

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  11. Krista says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:31 AM

    Lately I’ve been making a BLT pasta salad that I found on Pinterest. My family loves anything with bacon (who doesn’t?).

    Reply
  12. Katie B says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:33 AM

    I like to bring a lemon cake (sadly from a box mix) or a salad either giant tossed or caprese.

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  13. Allison T. says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:34 AM

    I love to bring broccoli salad!

    Dressing:
    1/2 cup mayo
    2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (white works too if you are out of apple cider!)
    2 teaspoons of sugar
    Salt and pepper

    4 cups of broccoli florets, chopped
    1/4 – 1/2 cup of red onion, depending on your taste
    1/2 cup of golden raisins
    1/4 cup sunflower kernels

    There are a lot of variations you can do and I use what I have on hand.
    Green onions
    Dried cranberries
    Shredded cheese
    Crispy bacon, chopped

    Also, you can use more or less of the dressing depending on your tastes. This is a great way to add something green to the summer buffet among the potato and pasta salads.

    Reply
  14. Amy R says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:36 AM

    I love to bring a pie or tart with yummy summer fruit!

    Reply
  15. Lisa Kind says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:38 AM

    I make what I call “roll ups”. They are made with 2 blocks of softened cream cheese, one packet of dry ranch dressing and my husband’s canned vegetables (info on that in a minute) then spread on a garlic/basil tortilla and rolled up. After refrigerating, I cut them into bite size pieces. My husband cans peppers, cauliflower, and green tomatoes. I chop them up finely (think of relish) and add chopped green olives, basil, organo, parsley, and a little olive oil. This is a staple in our home. We use it on hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza, in Mac and cheese, etc. everyone loves it as well as my “roll ups”!

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  16. Wendy ten Hove says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:38 AM

    I love bringing a Turkish bread and all kinds of things to put on it, like tomate tapenade, aioli and other delicious treats. Tearing the big bread on a picnic blanket in a nice surroundijg, immediately feels so free and fun!

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  17. Penny Peters says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:42 AM

    I like to bring my mother in laws recipe potato or macaroni salad.

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  18. Victoria h says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:43 AM

    I love to bring fresh fruit…strawberries,blueberries,cherries and a local shop now sells seedless watermelon( a new favourite).

    Reply
  19. Amy A. says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:43 AM

    Homemade potato salad is always requested from my friends and family. It is a secret recipe, but it is oh so yummy and it runs out quickly…even the kids love it!!

    Reply
  20. kristie larsen says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:44 AM

    i don’t usually make things in the summer. I love fruit but especially I love watermelon in the summer. there is just something so perfect about it. its refreshing and easy to eat and i don’t have to slave over anything! Perfect for me

    Reply
  21. Liz H says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:44 AM

    My favourite thing to bring is a couple of dips (usually hommus and chilli cream cheese) with a whole lot of veggie sticks to eat it with (eg carrot, celery, cucumber, red capsicum, etc) – even kids will eat veggies that way!

    Reply
  22. Jude says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    Not anything unique or new – but, I usually chose to bring fresh fruit or rice krispie bars.

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  23. Kara says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:46 AM

    cucumber salad…healthy, fresh, and delicious!
    http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/cucumber-salad/aff7166e-e3f7-4d87-9dc3-22368cf04332

    Reply
  24. Colleen C says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:47 AM

    I bring Chocolate Chip Cookies made from my Grandmother’s secret recipe. She swore me to secrecy so I can’t share the ingredients!!

    Reply
  25. Brittany says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:48 AM

    Another great release. I love to bring fruit – a perfect summer treat!

    Reply
  26. Aileen Ryan says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:50 AM

    I love to bring the dessert. Pavlova with fresh cream and fresh fruit with dark chocolate lightly drizzled over t top. My grandmothers recipy, the pavlova is crisp on the outside but marshmallow on the inside. Family favourite.
    Ohhhh how I wish it was summer now and not winter. So loving this new release.

    Reply
  27. Christine Sudmann says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:51 AM

    Savoury, homemade rolls are my familys favourite, using a standard pizza dough (500 grams of flour (white or whole wheat), 10-20grms of fresh yeast, 1 cup of water, 1 teaspoon of salt, olive oil to taste) and either mixing in cheese, peperoni, spring onions, salami-leftovers, pizza herbs, chili paste etc. or rolling out the dough and spreading the ingredients, then rolling it up and cutting it up to make rolls. Baking them for 15 – 20 minutes at 200 degress Celsius/375 F.

    They disappear very fast, so I usually make at least the double amount and vary the ingredients.

    They are best eaten fresh, but they do heat up nicely in the microwave for a few seconds.

    As always, I amazed at the amount of creativity the Papertrey-team displays. Iยดd love to try each and every project!

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  28. sarah.boirin says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:51 AM

    i love to bring homemade chilled french onion tart, always well received on hot summer days. awesome release – congrats to all the PTI team.x

    Reply
  29. Vanessa Menhorn says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:53 AM

    I love this release! My favorite thing to bring to the party is a Greek Salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, feta, peppers, a lot of good Olive Oil and oregano…

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  30. Sue D says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:53 AM

    I like to bring something from my garden if I can. Otherwise I like to bring deviled eggs–we raise chickens so I have lots of eggs.

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  31. Lynnea Hollendonner says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:54 AM

    I bring fruit kabobs! Strawberries, blueberries, and marshmallows are perfect for the 4th of July!

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  32. Kerry says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:55 AM

    Strawberry Mango Salsa with Cinnamon Chips! So, so delicious!

    Reply
  33. Melissa Ladd says

    June 15, 2014 at 6:57 AM

    I like to bring a veggie/fruit platter or some type of dessert! So many fun new goodies this month!

    Reply
  34. Jackie L says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:00 AM

    I love to bring corn beef roll ups – 8oz pkg light cream cheese, sprinkled with Galic powder, budding corn beef packets,need about 6 pkgs. spread on each slice and roll up.

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  35. Melissa Sibert says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:01 AM

    I don’t ever bring the same thing because I am always trying something new. Sometimes it is a copycat J. Alexander’s orzo wild rice salad. Sometimes it is cornbread salad. Usually, since my specialty is dessert, I bring that.

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  36. Kathy W says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:01 AM

    My favorite dish to bring is Mexi-Bean salad–similar to a 3 bean salad, with the addition of canned (whole kernel) corn and diced green chilies, and with a spicy dressing… There are rarely any leftovers.

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  37. SueB says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:02 AM

    I always bring our family’s potato salad – my Mother’s recipe and it’s the best. We don’t measure anything, just combine in a bowl. Potatoes, eggs, dill pickle, and thinly sliced green onion. The dressing is mayo, mustard, a little bit of the dill pickle liquid and salt and pepper.

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  38. Teri says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:03 AM

    I love to bring fruit pizza. I make individual pizzas from the break and bake sugar cookies.

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  39. Mateja P says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:04 AM

    I’m usually in charge of deserts so I bring something along those lines. Cakes, cupcakes, cookies or anything else. I love to do it all ๐Ÿ™‚

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  40. Donna C says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:04 AM

    What is a summer gathering without potato salad. I love it made with sour cream and leave the skins on the potatoes. Adding some pesto and tomatoes is also another variation.

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  41. Ange Kelly says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:05 AM

    Mexican dip! yum!

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  42. Anna says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:09 AM

    Great release! I like to bring a mixed green salad or a fruit salad. Both easy peasy & light!

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  43. Pat H. says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:09 AM

    I bring homemade macaroni salad. I have finally found a recipe that my family loves.

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  44. Lady Gray says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:09 AM

    Chocolate chip cookies and salad. Something good and something not so good for you.

    Reply
  45. Kristie G. says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:10 AM

    I love to bring macaroni salad because it is the one thing I know my kids will eat. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  46. adele says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:11 AM

    Mandarin Coconut Bowl is always a hit: One large can pineapple tidbits, drained; one large can mandarin oranges, drained; one cup seedless grapes; one cup coconut; one cup miniature marshmallows;one cup sour cream. Mix and chill.

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  47. Deann Donohue says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:11 AM

    I bring watermelon! It is a summer favorite and the kids love having seed spitting contests (outside, of course)!!

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  48. Keri says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:12 AM

    My favorite dish to bring to any summer gathering has to be a pizza salad (my Mom’s recipe). We always walk away with an empty bowl. ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  49. Tracy says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:12 AM

    I like to bring fresh fruit salad – it’s not hard to put together and everyone always loves it.

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  50. Sabina says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:12 AM

    How many great cards!! I love all!!
    For the giveaway: I love to prepare a dish called “False Fish”. It’s easy to prepare…here’s the recipe
    http://ricette.donnamoderna.com/pesce-finto

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  51. Jessica says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    My favorite summer gathering recipe is loaded baked potato salad! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  52. Lee says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    A tub of ice-cream and a fruit salad.

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  53. Cyndie says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    Ha, ha! Funny you should ask that. Just got back from a party where I took a family favorite (baby spinach with strawberries, candied almonds, and poppy seed dressing) and was embarrassed to find that the only other salad brought to the party was an almost exact duplicate! Kinda like finding someone else in the same outfit you are wearing. Guess it’s time to come up with a new alternative.

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  54. Suzanne Watanabe says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:17 AM

    My favorite dish to bring is a 7 Layer Taco Dip w/tortilla chips or Marinated Short ribs if there is a grill….YUMMY!
    Thank you to the DT for sharing your BEAUTIFUL projects! You are all so talented and I’ve been inspired every day with your fabulous artwork! Have a wonderful day!

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  55. Vanessa says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:18 AM

    My favorite thing to bring to a summer gathering is a berry crisp so yummy.

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  56. Krista W says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:19 AM

    I bring watermelon cut into cubes for the adults and slices for the kids and also key lime squares. I modify the key lime pie recipe and make it in a 8×8 square pan, cut it into bars and bring a can of whipped cream for people to add to their own taste. It is quick and easy and travels well.

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  57. Dana W says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:20 AM

    Great release!!! I love bringing a lemonade stand pie. Google it for the recipe, it’s yum yum!!!

    Reply
  58. Jodi V says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:22 AM

    I love bringing a caprese salad…tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic vinegar!!

    Reply
  59. Natalie says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:24 AM

    I bring my tomatillo salsa, made from ingredients from my garden.

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  60. Beth says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:24 AM

    I like to bring chicken wildrice salad. It’s always a hit.

    Reply
  61. Lee Anne says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:24 AM

    My son and I love to make fruit salads together, so that is our current favorite!
    This was a great release!

    Reply
  62. Kathy J in Ellicott City says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:25 AM

    Another great release. I love to bring a pasta salad of some sort.

    Reply
  63. Chris Cross says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:26 AM

    I am always in charge of homemade dinner rolls with honey butter. Make over 120 rolls each holiday

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  64. Jacklyn Jessa says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:27 AM

    I’m not a good cook so I always bring deserts! A super easy recipe I got from my grandma that she would always make for our annual family reunion is peanut butter rice crispies topped with a chocolate topping. Its loaded with sugar, but so good!

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  65. Anja says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:29 AM

    I like to bring potato salad made from my beloved mother’s recipe (although hers is still the world’s best).

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  66. Kelley says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:29 AM

    I like to bring a pineapple poke cake. It’s a cool, super moist cake, and is perfect after a yummy dinner off the grill!

    Kelley

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  67. Jan says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:30 AM

    I like to take a broccoli slaw my mom once had at a potluck. I don’t think there’s been a time that I’ve taken it that someone hasn’t asked me for the recipe, too!

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  68. Heather says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:30 AM

    We are normally in charge of ice and drinks because my family has their standard dishes already and we don’t need anything else, but my favorite dish is my Aunt Tammy’s baked beans. They are the best I’ve ever had!

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  69. Isabel Z says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:31 AM

    Not very creative but I like to bring a fruit salad since we love fruit.

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  70. Amanda Hull says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:31 AM

    Love it all!

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  71. Anna Kossakovskaya says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:31 AM

    I love vegetable salad – fresh and perfect for hot summer days! And maybe homemade pizza – yummy!

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  72. Marcie Sharp says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:31 AM

    My fave summer dish is buffalo chicken dip. It goes over really well with blue cheese lovers! Cooked chopped chicken, hot sauce, cheese, mayo, dash of lemon juice. Mix in casserole dish and top with crumbled blue cheese and bake.

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  73. Lennie says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:33 AM

    I don’t cook, I have to bring something simple and it’s usually pasta salad. Great release!

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  74. Tanya says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:34 AM

    Going to try this again cause my comment didn’t show up and it didn’t tell me that it would need to be approved nor did I have to fill in a code?? if I am down twice please delete one?

    I like my corn bread bake my step mom makes a lot. Its on the back of a Jiffy Corn Bread box I believe and it has whole kernal corn, and creamed corn along with the cornbread and eggs and milk and sour cream and I think cream cheese. Its really really good. I also like desserts with rhubarb and I like my best friends Pan de Coco she makes its a sweet bread with a sweet filling made from coconut and brown sugar I think. its really good.

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  75. jessica Monte says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:34 AM

    I make pasta salad with multicolor pasta artichoke hearts black olives roasted red peppers tomatoes with a Greek vinaigrette. I also like to make pinwheels you use fllour tortillas you mix cream cheese with the ranch packet green Chili’s and black olives chopped spread in on thr tortilla roll it up and let it chill and cut in slices.

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  76. Peggy Allen says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:36 AM

    I love to bring watermelon. It is a fun outdoor fruit for summer.
    God bless,
    Peggy Allen

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  77. Kristie Wilson says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:37 AM

    This is a fantastic release! So many cool new stamps. I like to bring a pasta salad full of my favorite things – pasta, cheese, pepperoni, peppers, olives and cucumbers cpvered in Italian dressing.

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  78. Gina Kozuch says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:37 AM

    I get many request for my BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad, it is so good and is the perfect summer salad

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  79. Manuela says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:39 AM

    fresh vegetable from the garden with a dip or some tarts with current fruits

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  80. Kelly says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:40 AM

    I usually bring fruit or chocolate chip cookies or both. I’ve been testing some chocolate chip cookie recipes from Pinterest and I’ve found my fav so now everybody gets them! Lots of fun products this month.

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  81. Julia Aston says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:40 AM

    I like to bring something with fruit or vegetables so I can try and eat healthy! Most recently I brought sliced cucumbers with a dollop of humus on top of each slice!

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  82. Rudi says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:41 AM

    I love to bring pasta salad or lots of juicy watermelon!

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  83. plus.google.com/102208724275309961146 says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:41 AM

    I’m asked to bring Jello poke cake to my family picnics. Not the fanciest dish, but everyone loves it!

    Reply
  84. Mary e says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:42 AM

    Chicken wings with a variety of dipping sauces!!

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  85. Genevieve says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:45 AM

    I make a huge fruit salad combining canned peaches and pears loads of fresh fruits and throw in some frozen ones not available to keep it fresh .
    What a great release … Thank you

    Reply
  86. Cris says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:46 AM

    I love to bring watermelon !

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  87. Teresa F. says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:47 AM

    Deviled eggs–always a favorite! Love the June releases!

    Reply
  88. Cindy G says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:47 AM

    I bring a corn salad that everyone asks fir the recipe and so easy to make!

    Reply
  89. Liz (wifelady) says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:50 AM

    I bring some kind of dessert (usually for July 4th) that is patriotic themed (in color), like a berry tart or shortcake.

    Reply
  90. Lyn says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:51 AM

    I love to make and bring my mom’s “secret” potato salad recipe to summer picnics. It always gets rave reviews! Wonderful release – can’t wait to order!

    Reply
  91. kim k says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:51 AM

    Fruit salad or bar cookies.

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  92. Tosha says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:52 AM

    I have many favorites but the one required of me is baked beans on the 4th of July. It is just a how I feel recipe a little of this a little of that, whole lot of sautรฉed onions and green peppers and of course a whole lot of beans.

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  93. erin says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:53 AM

    I made a corn salad last night that would be perfect for a bbq– roasted corn, tomatoes, avocado, red bell pepper, cilantro and tossed with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and garlic.

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  94. vicki dutcher says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    Potato Salad is my go to for summer parties~~

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  95. Melissa Cass says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    I usually bring what I call “Hey” Potatoes. They are named after friends who brought them to me when I just had baby #2. They didn’t have a name for them so I named them after them. Really no recipe, cube red potatoes. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir. Cut a stick of butter into slices, arrange butter on potatoes. Cook at 350 for an hour (depends on how thick the cubes are), stirring every 15 minutes. Stirring helps mix the garlic and butter. We like garlic so we usually put on more. We like butter hence we use a stick. You can use less of course, to taste. Mmmmm!

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  96. Bev Wilkinson says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:55 AM

    Cucumber salad with sour cream & dill–so refreshing on a hot day! Another fantastic release! Brava!!!

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  97. jenn in GA says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:55 AM

    my favorite thing to bring to a summer gathering would have to be dessert.

    thanks for the chance to win! you are so generous, and this month’s sets are amazing.

    Reply
  98. Sherry says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:56 AM

    Oh, what a great question! And I’m loving the answers so far (esp Allison’s Broccoli Salad!). I like to bring Deviled Eggs — but we call ’em ANGEL EGGS because I put HONEY in the mix. DH boils and peels eggs for me. Then I make the mix — egg yolks, mayo, Gulden’s mustard and HONEY. Sorry I don’t measure, so just start with a big blob of mayo, a couple of big squirts of Gulden’s and a couple of big squirts of honey — stir, taste, adjust.
    SURE hope I win! thanks for a great question. hugs, Sherry

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  99. Rita says

    June 15, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    I usually bring fresh fruit or veges, sometimes sweet potatoes in a crock pot. If I’m really ambitious, I bring fresh fruit popsicles! Here’s a link:
    http://www.nourishingmeals.com/2012/07/watermelon-whole-fruit-popsicles.html

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  100. Denise C. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:00 AM

    I usually bring a dessert or salad to potlucks. I try to change it up so I’m always trying new recipes. My friends and family know to expect something different every time we get togetherโ€ฆ..that isโ€ฆ.unless I get a request for a repeat!!

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  101. lainey says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:00 AM

    I’m the baker in the group so normally get asked to make cookies, cupcakes or brownies. If I don’t take dessert, I like to take fruit kabobs when summer fruit is in season.

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  102. Deb Else says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:01 AM

    I love to bring my pasta salad. I use any vegetables that are in my fridge, with a vinegar based dressing. Normally there are many more vegetables in the salad than pasta.

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  103. Shannon--Hank's Mom says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:02 AM

    I love bringing my Taco Salad–browned turkey taco meat, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, grated sharp cheddar and crushed Doritos. Then add Western Dressing and toss.

    Great release!
    And thank you for the Sprinkles update. Y’all have done a fabulous job keeping us up to date! It’s worth the wait!!

    Cheers!

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  104. Anita R says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    Potato salad is one of my go-tos for summer.

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  105. Anat (anat15) says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    I love to bring fruit or cold pasta salad

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  106. sheila says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    If I had time I would make potato salad (with my favorite ingredients) and if I didn’t have time I would bring the cold beverages. Ice cold Coca Cola. YUM!!!

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  107. Judy says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:06 AM

    I like to bring a black bean salad; it has corn, red peppers and parsley so it is not only tasty but very colorful.

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  108. Terri W says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:07 AM

    Every time we have a get together I am asked to bring my fruit salad. I originally found the recipe on ‘recipes.com’ when searching for something else. It is a perfect blend of fruits that even our youngest family members enjoy.

    So excited for the release tonight I have my list ready!

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  109. Linda C says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:08 AM

    I bring potato salad using my mother’s recipe for the dressing. No measurements but includes Miracle Whip, sugar, mustard, and Apple cider vinegar.

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  110. Carol B says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:08 AM

    I have a Lemonade Pie recipe….it is soooo refreshing on a hot summer day! Thanks for a gorgeous release, Nichole!

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  111. diane sims says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:09 AM

    baked beans with peaches! add a little “smoke” flavoring and they taste like they cooked on camp fire all day!

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  112. Tanja S. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:09 AM

    I love to bring an Asian inspired crunchy noodle salad, not sure if Americans make these but they have been popular in Australia for some years now.

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  113. Diane Anthony says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:09 AM

    I love to bring Camp Salsa with chips and Caramel Bars.

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  114. Tracey Phillips says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:09 AM

    My favorite is fresh strawberries with dip. The dip recipe I love is 8 oz of cream cheese mixed with 7 oz of MARSHMELLOW fluff. This can also be served with pretzels.

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  115. Chriss Blagrave says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:10 AM

    Another inspiring release! Can’t wait to get that ombrรฉ builder set in the craft room!
    I have been serving this Lemon-Dill-Orzo-Cucumber salad and it has been a hit!
    http://food52.com/recipes/23175-lemon-dill-orzo-pasta-salad-with-cucumbers-olives-feta

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  116. Dee says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:11 AM

    I always like to something for dessert. Who doesn’t like some brownies!

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  117. Cnixon says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:11 AM

    It’s either a big bowl of fresh fruit salad or a lemon-lime jello poke cake – both very refreshing on a hot summer afternoon or early evening get together and both are crowd pleasers!

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  118. bookboxer says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:11 AM

    I like to bring some kind of light side dish like fruit salad, cut up vegetables, or maybe tabbouleh since everyone else can make the standards (potato salad, macaroni salad, deviled eggs, etc) so much better than I can!

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  119. Karen Kelly says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:12 AM

    Fruit or pasta salad are favorites, cookie cake is another ๐Ÿ™‚

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  120. LindaM says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:12 AM

    Beans & Beef…It’s a hearty baked bean dish that can be put together the night before and slowed cooked in a crock pot or oven.

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  121. LaurieD says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:12 AM

    Since we have our own chickens and a plethora of eggs each summer, deviled eggs are a favorite to bring and always one of the first dishes to go at family gatherings!

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  122. Linda H. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:12 AM

    Wow! What a great release! I love to bring chocolate chip cookies.

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  123. Linda says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:12 AM

    Bar-b-que baked beans is a favorite of ours.

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  124. Deb F says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:13 AM

    I like to bring a refrigerator pie. I have several. They use a graham cracker crust and a combination of cool whip and either yogurt or pudding.

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  125. cheryl S says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:14 AM

    Crispy Hoisin chicken wings are always a favorite when I bring them to a pot luck. Sticky fingers and all

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  126. LindaCC says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:15 AM

    I like to bring crackers and ham rolls. Very simple yet good!

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  127. Susan Coulson says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:16 AM

    Totally amazing samples
    The new stamps and dies are out of this world
    Fabulous designs as always
    Hugs Susie x

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  128. Nora says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    I always bring Whoopi pies. My friends and family request them every time I am invited somewhere and offer to bring something. They are a kid and grown up favorite!!

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  129. Jan Pufall says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    When I bring a pasta dish with fresh turkey, cranberries, onion, celery, and nuts, finished off eith a poppyseed dressing, I usually please most people.

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  130. Marianne McGinnis says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    Toss-up between my baked beans with crisp-cooked bacon stirred in; or my awesome potato salad–never dry with just the right mix of seasonings, onion, and celery. Yummm!

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  131. Karen says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:18 AM

    Wow great give away, I think I would bring a sharp lemon cheesecake or a raspberry roulade to a summer party, along with a nice cool glass of Pimms. Great inspiration from the DT

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  132. Noelle says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:18 AM

    I’m in charge of brining the homemade ice cream! Yum
    Just remember to bring enough ice and salt to get the job done =)

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  133. ValerieC says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:19 AM

    I make a hot zucchini, sausage, tomatoes, peppers, onions, and mozzarella cheese dish that everyone LOVES!!! It really is delicious!

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  134. Barbara Campbell says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:19 AM

    I bring something healthy, like fruit salad and then a batch of outrageous brownies! Yum!

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  135. JanetB says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:20 AM

    My favorite dish to bring to a summer gathering, is a big fresh green salad, with several different types of greens included.

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  136. Zehra says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:20 AM

    I love the release I like to bring a dessert English torte which is layer of angel food cake pudding fruit and whipped cream it is always loved a lit

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  137. Sue Jakeman says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:20 AM

    Hi, I’d bring my chocolate button cakes, they are always very popular and not as big as a decorated cupcake so you can always come back for more!

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  138. Dgolly says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:21 AM

    I think the most requested recipe I make is for my clam chowder. A close second is Blueberry slump. Just wish it would stay warm & we can start having those outdoor picnics. Sigh! Just love this release!!!!!

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  139. Ann Lind says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:21 AM

    My favorite dish to bring to summer get togethers would be homemade baked beans served hot or cold they are great at potluck meals.

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  140. Lauren A. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:21 AM

    I love to bring either Funfetti cookies (a cookie made with Pilsbury Funfetti cake mix) or Not Yo Mama’s Banana Pudding. The Banana Pudding is Paula Deen’s recipe and it’s so so so good!!! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Lauren

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  141. Teresa Currie says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:21 AM

    For summer especially, I love to bring Limoncello Cupcakes with lemon curd filling and lemon buttercream frosting. They make a fun, light, summery dessert. Texas sheet cake is a crowd pleaser and homemade baked beans is a great stand-by. Can’t miss with any of those!! ๐Ÿ˜€

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  142. AllysonA says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:22 AM

    This has been such a fun release! But they always are, LOL. For summer gatherings, I love to bring lemon bars or mint brownies. Sometimes I’ll bring a fruit salad. Thanks for all the fantastic inspiration this week! Can’t wait to have my fun new supplies here to use.

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  143. Sue Plote says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:22 AM

    It’s rhubarb cobbler for me. I’m in trouble if I show up without it!

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  144. Kary says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:23 AM

    I always love to bring fresh salad. My latest fave is spinach & strawberries with balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

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  145. Jennifer W says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:23 AM

    I bring broccoli slaw – the one with raman noodles. So easy and so good.

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  146. Mary Anne Perlmutter says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:24 AM

    I like to bring watermelon. I cut my pieces in quarters and keep it very cold. Nothing taste better at the end of the meal then watermelon. You always have room for watermelon.

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  147. Deb M says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:25 AM

    Hands down, they always ask for Rhubarb Pie!

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  148. Abrash says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:25 AM

    A simple carrot salad or a luscious Hershey bar cake… Mmmm

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  149. Pamela A says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:26 AM

    I always requests for two things – Veggie Pizza and Corn Dip. When I first would see corn dip at potlucks I would never even try it, now I love it. It’s hard to make it and get it to a potluck without eating it all.

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  150. Vicki says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:27 AM

    I bring a wonderful Fritos salad to all pot luck dinners. It’s what everyone expects. It has greens, red beans and a dressing with Tabisco sauce. Really delicious.

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  151. Noreen says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:27 AM

    Pink Fluff is a great summer recipe for a gathering. It’s quick and easy to make, doesn’t heat the house, and is very tasty. We also like to fix it when we don’t feel like cooking.

    http://craftyjournal.com/pink-fluff-fruit-dessert-recipe-gluten-free/

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  152. Cindy says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:27 AM

    I like to bring my famous Chocolate Chip Cupcakes. The recipe has been passed on for many years. It is a secret only shared with family members.

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  153. Celia Smoot says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:28 AM

    I am known for my summer cocktails. So I usually bring a pitcher of my famous strawberry lemonade of course laced with vodka.

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  154. Lisa R. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:28 AM

    I make a great tomato salad with corn and beans and tons of chopped basil in it. So refreshing!

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  155. Kim Sharabba says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:28 AM

    My favorite recipe lately has been a “salad” of corn, cherry tomatoes, fresh diced mozzarella, diced avocados, diced onion, and black beans. I usually just make a fresh balsamic vinaigrette dressing for it. You can make as much as you need and it’s wonderful with chicken added. Or pasta added. You can eat it on lettuce, in a wrap, in a bowl. Maybe I’ll go make some now.

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  156. Christine N. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:28 AM

    I love to bring a “Cowboy Caviar” – a salsa dishes with avocados, tomatoes, beans, garlic, onion, and dressing. Sooooo yummy and fresh!

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  157. Tammy Rosenbalm says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:29 AM

    My family loves “Spaghetti Salad”, I always make a double batch because everyone wants to take some home!

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  158. Leigh Penner says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:30 AM

    My favourite item to bring is called a Sunshine Salad. In the bowl, add torn up lettuce (or spinach), sliced strawberries and toasted almonds (pecans are great, too!)
    The dressing:
    1/2 cup mayo
    1/3 cup sugar
    1/4 cup milk
    2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
    1 tbsp. poppy seeds

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  159. Robin B. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    Just made a broccoli, pasta and grape salad and it was the best thing I ever tasted. Rave reviews and will become my go to salad for events. BTW, great release this month.

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  160. Shelly says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    an “oldie” but goody, Pretzel Salad!

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  161. Heather Jensen says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    I’m always asked to bring the pasta salad to any kind of gathering. It’s simple, can be varied depending on the people eating, and is always something that everybody will eat.

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  162. Sue says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:32 AM

    Festive Kale salad is always a delicious crowd pleaser.

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  163. Shirley Kedzierski says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    I make easy lemon squares. Line a cookie sheet with graham crackers(whole not crushed). Cover with lemon pie filling and another layer of graham crackers. Ice with your favourite butter icing. Prepare them the day before. Cut ,serve and enjoy! Thanks for a chance to win.

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  164. Dawn W. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    Always dessert. Usually some yummy homemade cookies!

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  165. Cindy says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    I bring what we call cauliflower salad. It’s a mix of lettuce, cauliflower, bacon, and onions, with a dressing of mayo, sugar, and parm cheese. It’s so good:)

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  166. Jessica H. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:34 AM

    I usually make a crudite platter to bring!

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  167. Tee Tee Z says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    I like to bring brownies and think that the Ghirardelli boxed ones are the best.

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  168. S. Molinari says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:36 AM

    The kit is gorgeous! You’ve really outdone yourself. I wish you would release the stamp for those of us that can’t afford the whole kit. Anyway I’m the the dessert girl. Which in the summer involves cool whip or ice cream ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  169. Dotty says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    I usually make macaroni salad or take fresh fruit.

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  170. Laraine R says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    Great release! I make a pasta salad to bring to gatherings. Also I have to bring rice Krispy bars to all family functions!

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  171. Pat Ackley says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    I’m usually asked to bring potato salad or an apple pie. You make one good dish of potato salad, and it becomes your responsibility to make it forever! But I love it that they like it!

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  172. Deb Hudson says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    I love using all home grown spices, eggs, onions, zucchini (except the milk and cheese) for a fritatta that can be eaten warm or cold. I am loving everything in this release.

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  173. Tema says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    I like to bring a chocolate mousse cake.It has bought Swiss roll cake slices on the bottom & sides&I is filled with mousse that has some mini marshmallows mixed in & topped with whipped cream & chocolate shavings.Easy to make & very we’ll liked!

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  174. Diana K says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    I love to bring the ingredients for Lemondrop Martinis! So refreshing and I enjoy playing bartender!

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  175. Sue McRae says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:39 AM

    I like to bring a Bok Choy salad because there’s no mayo in it and a batch of lemon squares for dessert.

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  176. Susan says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:40 AM

    I’m not really a food person – I’d rather make the decorations for a party. ๐Ÿ™‚ But I do make cool looking rice krispy treats by using food coloring in the marshmallow fluff and adding appropriate sprinkles. In fact I’m taking some today for Father’s Day.

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  177. Joanne Boys says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:40 AM

    Definately a pasta salad.

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  178. Jen T says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:41 AM

    I make an Asian pasta salad that always disappears. It takes minutes to make and I usually have everything on hand.

    1 package long, thin noodles (Asian or spaghetti)
    Raw and cooked veggies (I literally use what I have on hand but favorites are spinach or cabbage, matchstick carrots, broccoli, green beans, radishes, red bell pepper) – as many as you want
    6 T soy sauce
    4 T toasted sesame oil
    2 T Sriracha (spicy chili sauce)
    4 cloves garlic, smash

    Cook the noodles, drain and rinse. Place in bowl, add veggies. Mix remaining ingredients together in a small bowl and add to the noodle mixture. Mix together.

    Serve warm, cold or room temperature. I serve it with more Sriracha and raw shelled peanuts.

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  179. Sheryl W says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:42 AM

    I usually “doctor” up cans of either baked or pork’n’beans with ketchup and brown sugar. Always a family favorite. Also, a fruit trifle layered with angel food cake, vanilla pudding, and fresh fruit – mostly strawberries! I top it off with freshly beaten whipped cream – yum!

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  180. Diana D says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:42 AM

    I would chunk up all kinds of fresh fruit and put them in the shell of watermelon and pineapples. Looks pretty and tastes like summer ๐Ÿ™‚

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  181. Danielle Pajot says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:43 AM

    I like to bring “Cowboy Caviar” and chips, it is a fun twist on traditional salsa!

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  182. Betty H. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:44 AM

    It depends on the gathering. I like to bring a strawberry & spinach salad or maybe baked beans.

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  183. Renee says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:44 AM

    Lemon Ice Box Pie!
    It’s a cool treat on a hot summer day…
    and unlike ice cream…
    it doesn’t melt.
    Perfect!

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  184. Jennie Cottrell says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    I have a new favorite from Better Homes and Gardens this month, Edamame Quinoa Salad. It has a light, tasty lime juice dressing that is a perfect complement to this allergy friendly recipe. Here is a link:

    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/56787645276554719/

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  185. Gerry S says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Fresh basil, fresh mozzarella cheese and homegrown (via the farm!) tomatoes. A little olive oil and garlic powder. Yum.

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  186. Wanda M. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    I like to bring macaroni salad. Everyone seems to enjoy it.

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  187. Karen says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    What is summer without a cold watermelon and sweet corn? It’s the top of my “to have” list at a summer gathering.

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  188. Char says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    I am known as a cookie baker, so I bring a large tray of assorted homemade cookies. I can bake a batch a day for a week, as time allows, store them in the freezer until the party, and then have a varied assortment for friends as well as a stash for my home freezer. Everyone loves them, and the host keeps any leftovers.

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  189. loricabo says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    Strikeout Salad is always a winner. I usually substitute Penne pasta, and whatever veggies I have on hand. Here’s a link to the recipe: http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/strikeout-salad

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  190. Sue A says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    I love to bring a cold quinoa dish. I don’t follow a recipe and just use what looks fresh. Thanks for the chance to win – I love the new releases! My wish list groweth!!

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  191. MissAnn says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    I love making a beautiful watermelon basket. A friend of the family made that as a birthday treat for my 10th birthday (over 40 yrs ago – lol!) and it made me SO happy that I love to make the treat every summer get together. It is time consuming,but worth it when you see how happy it makes others.

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  192. Penny H says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    Cous-cous salad with fresh mint, chopped cucumber and a lemon dressing. It’s very fresh, light and summery ๐Ÿ™‚

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  193. Mutzy Mia says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    I bring Buster Bar Dessert which is a frozen ice cream dessert…so refreshing on a hot summer day! You can make it ahead and the leftovers (if any) keep in the freezer. Another great release!

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  194. Marianne says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:49 AM

    I found a great recipe of a fruit terrine many years ago, and I have just discovered the recipe can be found online too, at http://www.deliaonline.com/recipes/type-of-dish/party-food/summer-fruit/a-terrine-of-summer-fruits.html
    You can substitute the fruits with other fruits that are available or use fruit juice instead of wine.

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  195. Amy Gutknecht says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:50 AM

    Chicken salad – it’s a great recipe from my friend Tracey. It has a great creamy dressing made with sugar, Miracle Whip, Cool Whip and a bit of mustard. It sounds like an odd combo, but it’s so yummy! I get requests to bring it to picnics!

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  196. Lynn says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    I love layered green pea & bacon salad.

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  197. Nancy Sue says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    Lemon Bars top off our summer gatherings.

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  198. Gaby says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    A beautiful release! I am always in charge of dessert…..but I am ashamed to admit I buy it. I often buy an ice cream cake or a fruit platter. I am not the best baker so I always feel like it won’t come out like I want.

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  199. Peggy says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    Love this finger food: Mash a block of cream cheese with a packet of Italian salad dressing seasoning. Spread onto cut wedges of pita bread. Top with thinly sliced cucumber and sprinkle with lemon pepper.

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  200. Pat Baker says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:52 AM

    I love to do a watermelon basket. I draw the basket on the outside of the watermelon with a sharpie, drawing on the handle over the top and usually making scallops around the edge with a little hole in the middle of each scallop. Then I cut the design with a sharp knife, making the holes with an apple corer, which makes a perfect small hole. After lifting the rind off of each side of the handle, I scoop out the watermelon, using the melon baller (both sizes) until I can’t get any more out, then I scrape the insides clean the rest of the way. I scoop melon balls from cantelopes and musk melons, add in red and green seedless grapes, and I mix all the balls together and pour them back into the melon basket. Then I line the edges with slicesd strawberries. It’s ALWAYS a hit!

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  201. Lynn says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:52 AM

    I love layered green pea and bacon salad. Hmmm good.

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  202. F Bond says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:54 AM

    I love to bring a fruit salad. Everyone seems to love fruit and its a perfect snack for the little ones.

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  203. Heather - housesbuiltofcards says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:54 AM

    I like to bring something different every time – but usually either a dessert or something fresh like salad or watermelon! And…LOVE the new release!!!

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  204. Nancy G says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:56 AM

    I love to bring a noodle salad, it has a delish creamy sauce that you have to boil.

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  205. Maria K says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:57 AM

    A layered taco dip and tortilla chips-it’s expected! Once I decided to bring something different and I couldn’t believe the sad faces-after that you can count on me to bring the taco dip ๐Ÿ™‚ Happy Summer!

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  206. Cyndy G says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:57 AM

    I always take Bruschetta. A recipe from one of Rachael Rays first cooking shows on Food Network. Great release, as always!

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  207. Annette P. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:58 AM

    Coleslaw or Ramen Noodle Slaw….Thanks, now I’m hungry!

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  208. Liz mcallister says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:58 AM

    Cheesy hash brown potato casserole

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  209. Donna Garvin says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:58 AM

    I usually bring fresh fruit with a cream cheese fruit dip. My husband who does all the cooking in our family makes a great potato salad.

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  210. Edie says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:59 AM

    I usually make deviled eggs for our get-togethers.

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  211. Cindy H. says

    June 15, 2014 at 8:59 AM

    I don’t go to many but when I do it’s probably fresh fruit, and either potato salad or pasta salad. As the season progresses it might be zuccini bread:)

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  212. pamboe says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:00 AM

    Baked bacon with brown sugar is my most popular potluck dish. It vanishes instantly!

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  213. Joan K says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:00 AM

    Our local grocery makes some fabulous brats. They are so totally summer picnic food!

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  214. Melanie MacKenzie says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    I like to bring a pasta salad. Either fusili or rotini and then I add chopped green and red peppers, celery, zucchini, cucumber and halved cherry tomatoes and a couple of jars of marinated artichoke hearts and all the lovely juice that comes with them. Add some extra olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice and then crumble over some feta cheese and drop in some pitted black olives. Really yummy and keep really well. Cheers.

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  215. Susan Hall-Furlong says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    Coleslaw, my mother’s recipe, cool and refreshing. It goes with almost everything.

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  216. Melgerb says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    Baked beans & brewed iced tea. Both run out!

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  217. Julie Webber says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    http://www.recipe.com/steak-purple-potato-salad/

    Salpicon a Chilean steak and potato salad, it’s so colorful.

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  218. Traci Brennan says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    I love to bring cherry fluff for picnics….and there’s never anything left to tote home!

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  219. Marcie Rhys says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    My favorite dish is a wonderful broccoli slaw. It takes lots of time to cut the broccoli small enough to make the texture work, but it’s worth the effort. It always disappears.

    Just have to say it; the design team is on fire with today’s release! Also, I’d love to see your wet paint cuts get a lot more outings. They’re a brilliant take on a current trend.

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  220. Lee Cockrum says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    Is there a recipe that your husband uses?! That sounds so marvelous!! leeATcockrumDOTnet if you are willing to share! Ad then I can make your roll ups for me, love cream cheese with veggies and such!

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  221. Donelle U says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    I love to make fresh guacamole – and if you’re in a bit of a hurry here’s a tip: most grocery stores have a homemade or local fresh pico de gallo in their deli section. Look for one with tomatoes, onion, jalapeรฑos and cilantro. Then mash 4 avocados, squeeze the juice of one lime and stir, add pico to your liking, and some salt and garlic salt to taste. Perfect, easy guacamole!!!

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  222. Annette Snyder says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:03 AM

    I love to bring dessert, especially strawberry brownie trifle.

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  223. Marlena M says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:06 AM

    I have a three meat chili that is my “go to” picnic contribution. Thank you for such eye pleasing releases~I’m so excited!

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  224. Pat Whitley says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:07 AM

    Either Chinese Broccoli Salad or Layered Pudding Dessert. Both are equally yummy.

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  225. Martha Barnes says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:07 AM

    My crowd pleaser is a lovely salad called “Summer Salad”. It is the first to go and leaves them wanting more. I believe it is all in the dressing , that makes this salad so delicious .

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  226. Julie Tooley says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:09 AM

    Pasta salad made with fresh crunchy vegetables, black olives, marinated artichokes, freshly cooked shrimp (never pecooked frozen!) and your favorite Italian dressing. Beautiful release!

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  227. Amy O says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:10 AM

    A fresh fruit salad is always a delicious and healthy option. I also like to bring a dip/salsa that has fresh corn and tomatoes, beans, and cilantro.

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  228. Annie Rose says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    Fantastic release! To me, there’s nothing tastier than hot, grilled, corn on the cob and cool, juicy watermelon. Yum!

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  229. Jeni says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    I normally make grape salad. It’s normally a favorite with the young & old.

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  230. Emily says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    What a great release!! I usually bring a fruit salad … find them so refreshing during the summer!

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  231. cards by cara says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    I love to bring curried mango quinoa salad – it is always a hit and a great healthy source of protein!
    http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Curried-Quinoa-Salad-with-Mango-232544

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  232. Audrey Tokach says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    I usually bring cupcakes! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  233. Cindy O says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    Just a simple fruit salad – summer fruits mixed together. A great combination is orange slices, blueberries, and fresh mint leaves with a bit of brown sugar. I crush the mint into the brown sugar to release the minty flavor. Yumm.

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  234. Leanne S says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    I love a cold chicken salad.

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  235. Natalie Winterstein says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    My favorite thing to bring to summer gatherings is Paula Deen’s Texas Country Potato Salad (I tried to link the recipe but it won’t paste into the comment). It’s easy and delicious!

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  236. Karen B. says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:13 AM

    I like to bring a tangy Asian salad made with cabbage, ramen noodles, sunflower seeds, and rice vinegar. It’s light, it’s different, and it’s CRUNCHY! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  237. Maureen P says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:13 AM

    I have 2…the Barefoot Contessa’s potato salad (the one with the all the dill) and Ice cream sandwich cake ๐Ÿ™‚ There are never any leftovers with these ones! Congrats on another fabulous release!

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  238. Vicki Sopcak says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:14 AM

    I like to bring a dessert called “Brownie Slop”. It is very easy to make and people Love, Love, Love It.

    You make a batch or two of brownies, once they have cooled you crumble them up. In a bowl you can start with whatever you want, but you layer the dessert in a bowl.

    Brownies
    Banana slices
    Strawberries
    Cool Whip

    Just layer everything until you run out of ingredients. Of course you may use whatever combination of fruit you want, but I like this one and so do my guests.

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  239. Kristie H says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:14 AM

    When I have time, my favorite dish to bring is 7 layer bars. Love them and it’s the only time I let myself actually eat them. They are so addictive that if I have them in the house, I swear I’ll eat all of them. So they only get made when I can share the joy of eating them.

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  240. Kristii says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:14 AM

    My favorite recipe to share in the summer is my grandma’s rhubarb cake. It’s very easy and always a crowd pleaser!

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  241. MaryB says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:15 AM

    For a summer gathering, I love to make a strawberry pretzel salad, which actually tastes more like a dessert! It has a crust layer of pretzels, butter and sugar, a cream cheese layer, topped by a strawberry gelatin mixture. There’s never any left to bring home. Thanks for another great release, and for the chance to win a gift certificate!

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  242. Viki says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:16 AM

    Love this release. We usually bring cookies.

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  243. Renee VanEpps says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:17 AM

    I like to bring cheesy potatoes and mini strawberry cheesecakes ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  244. Connie R says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:17 AM

    I like to bring a layered dessert that has a shortbread crust, a cream cheese mixed with powdered sugar and whip cream layer, a lemon pudding layer and lastly another layer of whip cream. It is always a hit!

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  245. Michelle Early says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:17 AM

    I like to bring an angle food cake, strawberries and whipped cream. It’s such an easy, light and tasty dessert for the Texas heat. It’s easy too!

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  246. Jennifer Delaurier says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:18 AM

    I am a pastry chef, so it’s usually expected that I will bring along a dessert! My favorite is red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting, always a crowd pleaser!

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  247. Elizabeth S. says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:18 AM

    I usually bring a macaroni or potato salad.

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  248. Alanna says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:18 AM

    I love to bring fruit along with a dip that I make. Cool whip and raspberry yogurt mixed together. So yummy.

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  249. Tonya says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:18 AM

    Quick and easy Enchiladas or Fruit cups!
    http://myrecipe.kitchen/tonya77/recipes/view/15020

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  250. Janice Badger says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:19 AM

    roasted corn salsa – fabulous as a chip dip and over fish or chicken.

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  251. Heather says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:19 AM

    Fruit Salad or ambrosia

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  252. Olga V says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:19 AM

    What an amazing release this month!!! My favourite dish to bring to summer gatherings is grilled vegetables. Pretty simple – grill sliced zucchini, eggplant, and sweet pepper, then dress them separately with a mixture of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Easy and delicious! It’s always a hit and I never saw a piece of these veggies left :-)))

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  253. Elise says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    I love bringing potato salad. Its my mother’s recipe and everyone raves about it.

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  254. Kailash says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    I love making a traditional pie native to my country of birth, it’s a dessert made to be eaten cold so just perfect for a hot summers day:-)

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  255. bev says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    I like to bring a salad of some kind – pasta or greens. but my real favorite to bring is dessert of some kind.

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  256. Maryse N says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    I like to bring salad. My favourite is adding strawberries, avocado and almonds to it. Great release and loved everyones cards, so creative!

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  257. Sonia says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    Summer means my mom’s famous potato salad – a recipe she shared with me a few years ago. It is always a huge hit!

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  258. Joyce M. says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:25 AM

    I always bring Chocolate Chip Salted Caramel Cookie Bars. They are a real crowd pleaser and so easy to make. I pretty much get told (begged) to bring these to everything, so haven’t had a chance to bring much else. Here is the link: http://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/chocolate-chip-salted-caramel-cookie-bars/

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  259. Diane says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:25 AM

    I like to bring BBQ bacon-wrapped shrimp. It disappears very quickly!

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  260. maeghan d.m. says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:26 AM

    Blondies are my most favorite thing to bring to any summer celebration- they’re sweet little treats that everyone loves! Tfs!!!

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  261. Veronica Z says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:28 AM

    This release is one of my all time favorites! Hmm, my favorite Summertime dish to share is probably a feta cheese pasta salad. It is always a big hit at family gatherings.

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  262. connie fisher says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:29 AM

    Stuffed jalapenos…..yum! Or flatbread appetizer with spinach, artichoke and mozzarella cheese.

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  263. Anika F says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:31 AM

    I love bringing potato and bacon salad, it has no mayo so I don’t have to worry about keeping it chilled so it’s perfect for picnics too!

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  264. Teresa beg says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:33 AM

    I always bring broccoli salad. Everyone loves this salad.

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  265. Denisse Cherry says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:33 AM

    I love making potato salad! Everyone I know loves and raves about it! It’s always highly requested ๐Ÿ™‚

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  266. Jean R-T says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:33 AM

    I bring homemade potato salad and deviled eggs – fattening but delicious!

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  267. Penny J. says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:34 AM

    Homemade Walnut Hummus with an assortment of veggies…yummm!

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  268. Emily W. says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:34 AM

    I usually make a taco salad pasta with a recipe I got from my mother. The prep work is the hardest part, but the salad tastes great!

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  269. laura mm says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:35 AM

    Awesome release, as always, ladies! ๐Ÿ™‚
    Fave dish to pass: Applesauce Jell-O, super quick & easy, but delish! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  270. Carol b says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:35 AM

    I like to bring a dessert since I have a sweet tooth and I find that many people don’t bake from scratch. There are so many great desserts that I try to do something different each time.
    Carol b

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  271. Angela NJ says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    I really love to bring deviled eggs; I use my mom’s recipe that includes worchestire sauce for a little kick. Thanks for so many awesome products this month – it will make for a fun summer of crafting!

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  272. Cindi Loizeaux says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    I almost always bring Fresh Berry Salad. Usually It’s strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries. No sugar added and there is never any left!

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  273. Jamie Greene says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    I like to bring deviled eggs!

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  274. DonnaC says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:38 AM

    Chocolate dipped strawberries or good brownies – you go home with an empty plate!

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  275. Karen Ramsey says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:38 AM

    I always get asked to bring potato salad. I use my mother’s recipe and it’s always a hit.

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  276. CassieT says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:40 AM

    Pasta salad is always a win!

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  277. Susan says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:41 AM

    Saddly, I only go to one annual get together- The Eischied Family picnic. And just as sad, I bring KFC chicken every year because we drive about 2 hrs to get to the gathering and get up really early to be there so I stop at the local KFC and get chicken. And it goes fast!!!!

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  278. Amanda K says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:41 AM

    Angel food lemon bars…they are light and summery. You can frost them with lemon frosting or go without;either way they are a hit.

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  279. Barbara says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:41 AM

    I have a favorite layered salad that looks beautiful in a glass bowl. So fresh and so many gorgeous colors!

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  280. Andrene says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    I have a recipe called Top Gun Banana Pudding and it is to die for. There are never any leftovers!

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  281. Julie Pike says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    Summer is the best time for all kinds of salads. I love making a fresh fruit salad when local fruit is in season or a grape and broccoli salad.

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  282. Deborah H. says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:44 AM

    I like to bring pasta salad.

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  283. Lin Brandyberry says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:44 AM

    Great release! My favorite food to bring to a picnic is a pasta salad: corkscrew pasta with a lemon juice and olive oil dressing, with fresh-from-the-garden cherry tomatoes, peppers, salami and provolone, fresh basil and parsley. YUMM!

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  284. Holly Havnaer says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:45 AM

    LOVE the new goodies!
    I love to bring my rendition of an “everything but the kitchen sink” pasta salad to summer parties. I use whole wheat pasta, and toss in diced roasted red peppers, sun dried tomatoes, green onions, huge double stuffed green olives (stuffed with jalapenos and garlic–I get them at Costco), some canned corn and the best part–smoked mozzarella. I toss it all together with garlic salt and olive oil, and voila! It’s always been a huge hit wherever I’ve taken it.

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  285. Rosemary D says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:45 AM

    if i were to attend a summer gather and needed to bring something i would probably bring a yummy dessert of some kind.

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  286. Kristin R. *jcmom04* says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:46 AM

    My favorite summer recipe is fresh strawberry pie! My mom taught me how to make it (with a homemade crust as well) and I never bring home any leftovers when we take it to parties. I only make one for us at home each summer because *I* would be the one to eat it all ๐Ÿ™‚

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  287. Lynn Hardy says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:46 AM

    What a great release! I “need” the topiary trio and the ombre builders sets!
    I like to make trifle in the summer – either with raspberries or fresh strawberries. Another favourite is a zesty lemon cheesecake made with ginger biscuits for the base and 6 large lemons in the creamy topping – yum!

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  288. Ohhh Snap says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:46 AM

    I bring my “famous” red skin potato salad. The secret ingredient is two hard boiled eggs (diced) for a large batch. Also depending on the pantry when I make it, dill to taste (dry or fresh)and a couple of green onions (sliced thin).

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  289. Kiesa salazar says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:46 AM

    My favorite dish to bring to summer gatherings is a quinoa, dried fruit, and veggie dish. It makes my tastebuds happy!!! Love the new release!

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  290. becky p. says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:49 AM

    I bring a salad of mixed greens, green apples, blue cheese and walnuts. I then mix it with a dry mustard vinaigrette and it is divine. GreAt release as always.

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  291. Dolly says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:50 AM

    I myself LOVE a good potato salad and I’m picky about my potato salad so I like to bring that and know I am going to enjoy it!;D

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  292. Betty Wright says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:51 AM

    I like to bring Cowboy Caviar which is a mixture of black beans, corn, tomatoes, jalapenos, spring onion, and spices served with tortilla chips. Many variations of this dish can be found on Pinterest.

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  293. Linda Nicholson says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:51 AM

    I like to make a huge salad with a special, homemade vinaigrette.

    Linda

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  294. Sandy in Epping says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    Fresh fruit pies!
    Lately, it has been Strawberry/Rhubarb or fresh Key Lime. Yum.
    My baking bowl is never idle ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  295. cassi says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    My summer time favorites are always fresh fruits. Watermelon slices are easy and a crowd pleaser. But our garden gave us a boatload of strawberries and cherries to share this year.

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  296. QP says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:53 AM

    I bring baked beans…the recipe is a secret! My family is all that way with their recipes.

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  297. Marty says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:53 AM

    I don’t do much cooking anymore so easy is always my goal. Festive & refreshing, fruit salad with loads of color, blueberries, raspberries, grapes, watermelon, kiwi, apples, any other fruit you’d like to throw in . You can whip up a yogurt, cream cheese dressing to put on the side. My other favorite that I just discovered last year, corn on the cob, spread with a little mayo, butter & sprinkle with Tajin Clasico seasoning….that hint of lime with the mix of all the other ingredients is so yummy, makes my mouth water just thinking about it.

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  298. Dana says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:54 AM

    Such a fabulous release! My favorite summer dish is corn chip salad. I have never made it myself but found several recipes by Googling it. Guess making one should be a summer goal!

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  299. Mariana says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:55 AM

    I like to bring a strawberry pie

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  300. Mimi R says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:56 AM

    I love to bring a watermelon feta salad! So refreshing! Thanks for another great release!

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  301. Laurie Laikam says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    Summer is definitely a great time for potluck gatherings and my very favorite dish to share is Cherry Coke Jell-O. It’s a blast from the past and everyone seems to truly enjoy it. Course .. if it’s HOT weather, I will substitute a refreshing chopped veggie salad with dressing on the side.

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  302. Nancy Penir says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    Well, I’m the overachiever who always brings a full spread, but here’s a favorite, Quinoa Salad:
    Boil the Quinoa
    Chopped tomatoes, green onions, peppers of all colors, cubes of gorgonzola, chopped med. black olives, parsley and seasoning.
    Toss with EVOO, lemon juice and red wine vinegar.
    Very fresh, very gone at the end of the day!
    Speaking of fresh, wonderful release this month!

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  303. Lori Rider says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:58 AM

    I have an old recipe for an ice cream pie that tastes just like those orange dreamsicles. Great for summer parties! I love this release – so much wonderful stuff!

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  304. Natasha Kara says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:58 AM

    Thai pasta salad is a definite winner in my house. You can prepare it in advance ( it tastes better if you do ๐Ÿ˜‰ ) and it can be served hot or cold. My recipient has changed over the years, because some of the ingredients gave been discontinued so I’ve had to improvise and reinvent it. But always still a great dish to take along.

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  305. Tanya Phillips says

    June 15, 2014 at 9:58 AM

    usually deviled eggs, sometimes a fruit salad in a watermelon bowl ๐Ÿ™‚

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  306. Shannon Baker says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:01 AM

    I typically get asked to bring my pasta salad. Spiral pasta and all your favorite veggies cut into bite sized chunks. The dressing I use…Good Season’s Italian dressing. Simple, quick and people love it!

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  307. Linda says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:01 AM

    I am usually asked to bring my turtle brownies but otherwise I bring a bowl of fresh fruit because I love fresh fruit and that way I know it will be there.

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  308. nina says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:02 AM

    Wow, can’t believe it’s almost summer! I love bringing mango avocado salsa – yummy enough to eat by the spoonful.

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  309. Nancy Hall says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:02 AM

    I like to bring watermelon salads. Nothing taste more like summer than melons! Love, love, love this months releases.

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  310. JulieY says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:02 AM

    A strawberry/cream cheese cake! I won an award for this way back in the 80’s. It’s yellow cake mix made using the pound cake recipe on the box in 2 8″ or 9″ circle pans. The two layers are sliced horizontally in half. Then the fun begins. Thaw a box or two of frozen strawberries that have sweetener added-can be pulsed in blender for smoother consistency. Layer the bottom cake first with a thin layer of cream cheese icing, then a layer of fresh strawberries, drizzle lightly with thawed berries and juice, repeat for next two layers. Then use your favorite cream cheese icing recipe to frost the entire cake (I sometimes used store bought icing which still is great). Lastly put your prettiest strawberry slices in a nice pattern on top and drizzle remaining juice. Delish! Keep refrigerated. (the frozen strawberries are for added moisture but this step can be completely left out as well)

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  311. Bonnie Sharp says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:03 AM

    I absolutely love summer salads and so I always make sure to have all the ingredients on hand for a corn and black bean salad!

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  312. Susan says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:03 AM

    I love to bring quinoa salad, so simple, but so good!

    Quinoa, feta cheese (crumbled), any finely chopped vegetables (red onions, carrots, broccoli etc.), cranberries, nuts…anything goes really. Simply dress with lemon juice and you’re done.

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  313. karen h says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:04 AM

    Awesome release! My favorite dish in the summer is a cold pasta salad cock-full of fresh veggies.

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  314. Donna Gourley says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:04 AM

    It usually depends, but bite sized watermelon pieces, deviled eggs, baked beans, or chicken salad are probably my favorites.

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  315. Karen Rose says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:04 AM

    Hello. My favorite thing to bring to a picnic is Japanese coleslaw. It makes such a big batch and it seems to be very popular.

    I just love this release I want everything from it. Thanks for the contest.

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  316. Anne-laure says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:05 AM

    What I usually bring too gatherings ou potluck diners is French madeleines ( buttercakes). We have lived in various countries ( the States, Japan and India ) and everywhere it has been a success. try them on… It’s delicious ! here is a link
    http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-classic-lemon-madeleines-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-187109

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  317. Bert says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:05 AM

    I usually take something different each time, but family and friends ask me to bring “my” baked beans, baked with lots of hot dog slices in them or potato salad, made with mayo (not salad dressing).

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  318. Karen says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:07 AM

    I love to bake so often bring something baked, but in the summer, nothing beats a big bowl of strawberries or other fresh fruit!

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  319. Colleen F says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    I like to bring a strawberry pretzel salad…so yummy and it is always gone…nothing to bring home. It is always requested # 1!

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  320. Barb W says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    I take my Orzo Pasta Salad with Spinach, dried cherries, lemon, almonds, Feta Cheese, Basil and other goodies. It is always a hit, always an empty bowl to take home, and recipe requests. For 4 years, our daughter would come home from college and I had to make an entire recipe for her to take back with her – home cooking for a week away from home!!! Since it’s good served room temp or cold, it’s so easy to transport!

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  321. jamie says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    I love bringing cookie salad….crushed oreos layered with chocolate pudding, cream cheese and whipped cream – my son and dad’s favorite. Happy Fathers Day!

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  322. Vicki Smith says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:10 AM

    I would bring my mother’s recipe for apple crumb pie. It’s fairly simple but it is so delicious.

    This new release is beyond words. I applaud the designers and the sample cards are so inviting.

    Thank you so much for a great website and for taking card making to a whole NEW level!

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  323. StephH says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:10 AM

    Depends on what fruit I have available. Right now we have ripe berries and rhubarb, so this is my recipe using what we have: http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/print-this/raspberry-rhubarb-crumb-bars-recipe-ghk0514?page=all

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  324. Mitzi Mink says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:11 AM

    I like bringing deviled eggs or fresh fruit salad. Perfect summer dishes!

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  325. Steph says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:12 AM

    I like to bring a pasta salad made with rotini pasta and cut up carrots, mushrooms and fresh peppers. I add Italian dressing and toss. It is so colorful. Always a big hit!

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  326. Cathy Cook says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:13 AM

    I love to bring Barbecue Baked Beans. It’s a fun twisted on an old favorite. I use diced Canadian bacon, 3 kinds of beans (usually butter beans, black beans, and kidney beans), onion, and a whole lot of KC style barbecue sauce. Baked until bubbly. Guys love it!

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  327. Keren Baker says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    I would bring raspberry pavlova. You can’t best lovely summer fruits on top of whipped cream and pillowy soft meringue!

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  328. Karen says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:15 AM

    Fresh cut fruit kebabs. Kids & Adults love them.

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  329. Kathy McEntyre says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:15 AM

    My favorite dish is a hash brown potatos, sour cream, and corn flakes recipe. It goes great with burgers, steaks, just about anything, and tastes GREAT!!!

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  330. Wendy says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:16 AM

    A big crockpot full of beans with bacon, ground beef onions and lots of yummy spices. It’s a big hit every time!

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  331. Janet W says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:16 AM

    Deviled eggs used to be my go-to for gatherings; but in recent years, a fresh fruit or veggie tray seems to be a more popular item!

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  332. Shirley-bee says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    Mine’s traffic light dip:
    Mash avocado, chopped chilli, lime, garlic and spread over platter.
    Mix half a pack of chilli mix into crรจme fraiche, spread over avocado.
    Dice red, green, yellow pepper and spring onion, scatter over top.
    Serve with tortilla chips and scoop it up – colourful and yummy!

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  333. DANIELLE Taebel says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:18 AM

    I usually bring brownies. I make mine Cadbury caramello candy bars in the middle, and they are always a hit!

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  334. Valerie Ward says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:19 AM

    I love bringing my amazing deviled eggs!
    AMAZING release, everyone! I love it ALL!!!

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  335. merryf says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:20 AM

    I love to bring Lime Butter Cookies that I got from a Better Homes & Gardens Christmas cookie magazine in 2001. The fresh squeezed lime juice and lime zest gives them a really fresh and unusual taste. The best thing about them is that the dough doesn’t need to chill or rest — you can do the whole thing in about an hour. And with their unusual taste, they are always a favorite!

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  336. Emily h says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:21 AM

    This is such a beautiful release! I love bringing fruit!

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  337. Jan Marcham says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:21 AM

    I usually bring my mother’s potato salad. My daughter loves it! Love all the leftovers too!

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  338. Debbie P says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:22 AM

    I like to bring what we call Chinese Cabbage Salad. I don’t have the recipe handy but it’s got Top Ramen, cabbage and slivered almonds. I’m sure you already know about it. It makes lots and everyone loves it!

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  339. Lynda says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:22 AM

    My favorite is Ramen Coleslaw. It’s addicting!

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  340. RedGem says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:24 AM

    Hopefully this isn’t my second entry, but I always bring a melon that has been scooped out then cutup fruit added back in.

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  341. Regina M. Hamilton says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:25 AM

    What a great release. I love to bring seafood salad.

    I don’t measure anything
    Imitation crab meat
    cooked shrimp
    mayo
    Miracle Whip
    Onion
    Celery
    Salt and Pepper

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  342. Monika/buzsy says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:25 AM

    I am not a great cook, or very creative… so cut up veggies with dip is the perfect and quick dish to take. Hubby likes to make this Mexican meat dip (hamburger meat, taco seasoning, salsa cooked up) and chips.

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  343. Chitra says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:26 AM

    I love to bring fresh fruits especially watermelon or nice homemade lemonade….

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  344. Susan Beauchaine says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:26 AM

    Someone already posted the Broccoli salad I like to bring. I leave out the Sunflower seeds and raisins and add Bacon Bits.
    I also bring the Hash-brown Potato casserole. EVERYONE loves that. I usually make a triple batch and put it in disposable foil pans and freeze it for when I need a quick side! Works great!

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  345. sano says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    I always bring a fresh fruit salad because I cannot resist the delicious watermelon, cantaloupe and berries that are available during the summer!!! Yummy!

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  346. Larissa Heskett =) says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    My FAVORITE dish to bring is an Apple Snicker Dessert Salad!! You chop 4-6 Apples I like to use Red Delicious, Granny Smith and Yellow Apples for a Nice Variety of Tastes!! Then you add Grapes, and Two Snicker’s Bars Chopped!! One Carton of Cool Whip and 1/2 cup of Sour Cream with 1/4 cup of Powdered Sugar!! I LOVE this Salad!! THANKS for sharing and for the chances to win!! Have a FABULOUS WEEKEND!!

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  347. Nita K. says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:28 AM

    I like to bring fruit or my Granny’s potato salad. It is the best thing ever to eat in summer.

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  348. PJ says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:29 AM

    Sangria!!! Makes any party fun!

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  349. Aimee Grey says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:30 AM

    Goldrush brownies – my mom always made these for family events when I was growing up and now I like to carry on the tradition. They’re simple, yummy, and freeze beautifully so they are easy to make ahead.
    2 sleeves graham crackers, crushed
    1 can sweetened condensed milk
    6 oz. (1/2 bag) semi-sweet chocolate chips
    Mix all together, press into a greased 9×13″ pan and bake at 350 degrees for 5-10 minutes (just to melt chocolate). Cool, cut into squares and roll in powdered sugar.

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  350. Danielle Elder says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:30 AM

    I love this quinoa recipe. Can be served hot or cold. Nice intro to people trying quinoa for the first time and the spices they use give it a really great flavor.

    http://m.allrecipes.com/recipe/49552/quinoa-and-black-beans

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  351. Kathy A says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:31 AM

    I usually bring a cucumber and onion salad, such a great summer dish. Use narrow cucumbers peeled and sliced and thinly sliced sweet onions ( I use Vidalia) in a sour cream and vinegar dressing. I just add vinegar to the sour cream until I like the taste and it’s usually a little thicker than milk and I like it a little tart. So refreshing.

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  352. Suzanne Webb says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:31 AM

    I love to bring a big green salad, filled with goodies from our garden, radishes, cucumbers, onions, carrots and some freshly canned pickled beets, topped with a homemade vinegairette!

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  353. Tammie J. says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:31 AM

    I like to take an orzo salad that has fresh spinach and sun dried tomatoes stirred in. It’s always a hit!

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  354. Trell says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:33 AM

    My corn and black bean salad! It’s really quick to make and packs quite a punch!

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  355. Deborah Rikard says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:33 AM

    I usually bring potato salad or a cut fruit tray.

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  356. Cathy Weber says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:35 AM

    I love to bring fresh fruit cobbler. Peach cobbler with raspberries is my very favorite and I am wishing it was peach season right now! This has been a great release…loved all the Making Memories products!

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  357. Kim Heggins says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:36 AM

    Watermelon rice krispie treats, I took them to a paper crafting event yesterday and they were a huge hit!

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  358. Cecilie says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    I love to bring a grilled pepper salad with roasted almonds, fresh cilantro, feta and a vinaigrette. Will be bringing it to a lunch on Wednesday.

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  359. Marty Robinson says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:39 AM

    Easy pasta salad. Colored spiral noodles, sliced olives, cubed turkey kielbasa, shredded cheddar cheese, mushrooms, raw broccoli, and Bernstiens cheese and garlic salad dressing. Mix together, pour dressing over and refrigerate over night. Flip bowl used down for a few hours in fridge. Take outand enjoy!

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  360. Natalie Chilson says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:40 AM

    Snickers salad!

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  361. Cynthia Rose says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:40 AM

    I tend to bring deviled eggs since I have chickens and always plenty of eggs. My other favorites are fresh fruit salad, apple crisp (to use up the apples I canned last fall and make room for new), and sliced fresh tomatoes with mozzarella, fresh basil and olive oil.

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  362. Kathryn A says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:41 AM

    I love to bring a green salad, with some baby spinach in the mix, as well as some fresh pear slices and strawberries.

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  363. jeannine j. says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:41 AM

    i either bring cheese potatoes: bag of frozen tater tots or hash browns, 1 stick of butter, 1# velveeta, and 1 pint 1/2 & 1/2. melt together butter, velveeta & 1/2 & 1/2, pour on potatoes in 9×13 pan & bake @ 350 uncovered for 1 hr. or sometimes i will bring macaroni salad. thanks.

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  364. SJ says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:42 AM

    I bring salad loaded with veggies.

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  365. Becky M. says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:44 AM

    I love to bring either broccoli or pasta salad!

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  366. Melissa Maxwell-Doherty says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:45 AM

    I like to bring a pasta salad with grilled veggies and pesto. Grilling the corn for the salad provides a great smell over our neighborhood.

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  367. Susan Shrader says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:45 AM

    My favorite recipe is a Jello dessert. Simply make three or four small size flavors using half of the cold water and allow to set-up until firm. Cut into cubes and toss together. Add the colorful blend of Jello cubes into the following: make a small packet of lemon jello using pineapple juice for the cold liquid and when slightly thickened mix together with a large tub of Coolwhip. I always serve this delicious dessert in a clear bowl so that the colorful cubes show through the white mixture. Very festive, pretty, and most of all delicious. Change colors for holidays. Yum

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  368. Deborah S says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    I always bring good, old-fashioned deviled eggs. They are gone almost before I put the platter down – yummmm!!

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  369. Sheri Elmont says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    I like to bring a Broccoli Cauliflower Salad that has a mayo based dressing, bacon, cranberries and sunflower seeds. I’m planning on making this soon as I have family coming to visit.

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  370. K Stump says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    My favorite item to bring to a summer get-together is a fruit salad. Its pineapple, mandarin oranges, and bananas. Super simple and wonderful. It’s a great base and you can add more items like dried cranberries and nuts.

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  371. Kirsten E says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    I love to bring an orzo and grilled vegetable salad. You can find it at Fine Cooking:
    http://www.finecooking.com/recipes/orzo-grilled-vegetable-salad-feta-olives-oregano.aspx

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  372. Linda E (uncbballfan) says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    Potato salad or deviled eggs… or both!

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  373. Tere says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:47 AM

    I used to bring Tree Milk Cake, a traditional Mexican cake. However, after being diagnosed with pre-diabetics, I found a new delicious dish to share, Fiesta Lime Rice. It is delicious! The recipe asks for white rice, but I use brown and even wild rice instead. I’ll share both recipes, for the cake and the rice.

    Tres Leches Cake: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/pastel-de-tres-leches-three-milk-cake/

    Fiesta Lime Rice: http://www.skinnytaste.com/2011/04/fiesta-lime-rice.html

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  374. Anna says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:47 AM

    I like to bring some dessert that is easy to eat. Here is my favorite recipe of Chouqettes (French Puff). http://www.davidlebovitz.com/2006/03/les-chouquettes/

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  375. Cherie says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:48 AM

    I like to make fresh berry pavlovas. It’s light and refreshing and since the oven is set at a lower temperature to bake the meringue, it’s a good summer time baking option. I’ve enjoyed the sneak peaks full of lovely, inspirational summer projects.

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  376. Jo Ann D. says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:49 AM

    Oh, it would have to be my potato salad. It is always the requested item from family and friends. I would love to share the recipe with you but I don’t really measure a darn thing! LOL

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  377. Caroline says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    My deviled eggs are always a crowd pleaser. Never anything left over. That is a good sign.

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  378. Debbie Gaydos says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    Deviled eggs! Or – as my kids called them when they were little – “doubled eggs” LOL! ๐Ÿ™‚ I make one awesome deviled egg, if I do say so myself! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  379. Marsha Stehle says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:51 AM

    I love to bring a pasta salad with veggies, dill weed and a light dressing! Easy to make and delicious!

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  380. Margaret C says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:52 AM

    Key lime pie! In fact it’s on the list for the next BBQ!! Great release! Thanks for the opportunity!

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  381. Deb D says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:55 AM

    Cole slaw with homemade dressing… a recipe from my mother. Wonderful release and already looking forward to Betsy’s new kit!!

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  382. Beverly Perdue says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:56 AM

    My favorite treat to bring to summer gatherings is pasta salad. I cut up cheese in cubes, zucchini, and tomatoes and toss it with wacky mac, then marinate overnight in Zesty Italian dressing. Yum!!

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  383. Marisa says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:56 AM

    I love to bring a big spinach/strawberry (or blueberry when in season) salad. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  384. Chera says

    June 15, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    Fabulous release! The thing I like to bring to summer gathers is a couscous cold salad..small tiny chopped veggies with feta and a balsamic vinegar dressing on it! Mmmm!!

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  385. Tiffany R says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:01 AM

    I like to bring fresh fruit.

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  386. Valerie says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    I always make potato salad for our family gatherings. I just made some this morning for our Father’s Day celebration this afternoon!

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  387. Lynn G. says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    Definitely a fruit salad with lots of blueberries.

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  388. Sarah A says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    I bring a fresh fruit tart, made with seasonal fruit on a crust based on ground almonds and a little bit of almond extract and/or amaretto in the cream cheese filling that the fruit is arranged on. I think I got it from a Junior League cookbook years ago, but have made it so many times, I don’t even have to look it up anymore.

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  389. schnypsel says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:09 AM

    I like to make butter Italian style. With dried tomatoes, black olives, garlic and basil. We love it with fresh baked bread.

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  390. Diane Jaquay says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:11 AM

    Pasta salad! The secret’s in the dressing. I use a bottled Italian dressing, but also add a packet of Good Seasons dry Italian dressing mix. Makes for a very flavorful pasta salad!

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  391. Julie Rae says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:11 AM

    We seem to favor a Tortellini Pasta Salad that is fairly ‘free-form’ in nature. This recipe http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Tortellini-Primavera/Detail.aspx?evt19=1 is close but you can substitute just about anything in it. We recommend a Sun-dried Tomato salad dressing over any other. Totally makes it! Thanks for another great month of crafting goodness!

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  392. Nancy M says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:12 AM

    For a savory dish, my favorite summer take-along is Orzo Salad with olives, red peppers and lots of other flavorful ingredients. For a sweet dish, it’s either lemon cookies or carrot cake.

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  393. LR says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    Cole slaw or spinach salad and usually a dessert. Love to make pineapple angel food cake, which everyone loves! Mix a large can of crushed pineapple with Betty Crocker 1-Step Angel food cake mix and bake. Do not grease pan! Can also make as cupcakes.

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  394. June C says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    I like to bring fresh seasonal fruit. Strawberries, peaches, blueberries….whatever looks good. I rarely have leftovers.

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  395. Natasha Trupp says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:14 AM

    Fun summertime release! I love bringing a Greek couscous salad. I include feta, grape tomato, cucumber, chick peas, and couscous and mix in a little Italian dressing.

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  396. jeni allen says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:15 AM

    My favorite summer dish is always fruit!!! Best time to eat most of it,.so.i always go hog-wild!!

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  397. Victoria Nelson says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:20 AM

    My favorite dish to bring to a summer picnic is Mediterranean Couscous salad. Lots of veggies, couscous, chick peas, meat of choice and a lemon vinaigrette dressing. Yum!

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  398. Lynn Mehak says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:22 AM

    I love making appetizers and with a really big family, they always get eaten up. I like to try different things, but my layered taco dip always gets eaten up I have a cream cheese version and a sour cream version. So sad that we cannot get the Fritos Scoops in Canada anymore, they are the perfect chip for these appetizers! Love this release, I want it all!

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  399. janet wilson says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:22 AM

    It depends really – but I frequently take Seasoned Couscous with Roasted Vegetables ๐Ÿ™‚

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  400. Lharris10 says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:23 AM

    Always dessert! So much fun to play with (and safe to eat no matter how hot it gets).

    A fruit salad presented in a carved watermelon basket is nice for those July scorchers and for fancier occasions. My (in)famous chocolate cappuccino Skor crunch trifle is definitely a home run every time I break out the recipe.

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  401. Kris Engler says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:23 AM

    I like marinated cucumbers with onions, pepper, vinegar, sugar and salt. I’ve also brought fudge sundae pie. A corn syrup rice cereal crust with vanilla ice cream drizzled with chocolate/peanut butter/corn syrup. Delightful!

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  402. Tracey McNeely says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:24 AM

    Salads or appetizers! I try to make a different appetizers every time, so I am always searching Pinterest for yummy ideas!

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  403. Sally Gainer says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:26 AM

    I bring deviled eggs and a big smile! I love picnics

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  404. Krystal G. says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:29 AM

    Favorite recipe to bring – wet cornbread. It’s not your northern, dry cake-like cornbread, instead it’s dense and sort of creamy. My parents-in-love love it for dessert but I serve it as a side dish.

    Such a great release that I’ll have a hard time deciding which sets and dies I want to purchase most. The ribbon & twine stamps are so creative!

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  405. colleenk says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:29 AM

    I always bring desert. Maybe a blueberry pie, chocolate mint ice cream cake or just a batch of good ole chocolate chip cookies.

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  406. Sue S. says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:31 AM

    Great June release!! I love to bring spicy buffalo chicken dip to parties! It’s soooo good!

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  407. Audrey says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:33 AM

    I like to bring strawberries and dip ( whipped cream, vanilla pudding, Amaretto)

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  408. Lou says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:34 AM

    Another amazing release, thank you! I love to bring a beautiful fresh fruit salad with every color of the rainbow!

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  409. Laura Boyd says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    My sugar cookies. It is an old recipe and they just melt in your mouth. I also add frosting to them as it softens the cookie more and most people like it that way. I always leave some without frosting as that is how I like them and a few people agree with me.

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  410. Sara P says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    I love to bring bruschetta, specially the Pioneer Woman’s recipe. Love it!

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  411. see mary stamp says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    Another beautiful release. I’m happy to share this macaroni salad recipe I found in a local Church cookbook. It’s been a hit at whatever event I’ve brought it to. Enjoy!

    Salad ingredients
    2 – 7 oz. boxes shells macaroni
    1 green pepper, diced
    2 tomatoes, diced
    1 onion, diced
    6 eggs, hard boiled and diced

    Dressing ingredients
    2 cups mayonaise
    3/4 cup granulated sugar
    1 Tablespoon mustard
    1/2 cup sour cream
    1 Tablespoon vinegar

    Prepare macaroni according to directions. Combine in bowl with diced ingredients. Mix dressing and coat ingredients. This makes a party size serving.

    The dressing is also good for potato salad.

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  412. Tara Chaussee says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:38 AM

    Well….most don’t consider it a food but I do! Beer, really good beer, is what I like to bring to a picnic/cook-out. Nothing better on a hot summer day than a cold beer!

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  413. Kathy Mc says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:41 AM

    Everyone loves my three-bean salad. It’s very easy to make and very tasty. Lots of variations of recipes and they are 10 times better than the jar from Costco (and that’s not bad in a bind). Fabulous release this month, PTI!

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  414. kzywicki@shaw.ca says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:43 AM

    I love to take a chicken pasta made with fresh basil, pines nuts and sun dried tomatoes. It is so good I could eat it every day throughout the summer!

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  415. Kristinkat2 says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:44 AM

    I love just cutting up plain strawberries and watermelon and combining them in a simple fruit salad. The way the flavors blend is yummy!

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  416. Charmaine says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:45 AM

    Pasta salad…with lots of artichokes, broccoli and roasted bell peppers.

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  417. Shannon N. says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:45 AM

    A refreshing spinach-strawberry salad is my fave.

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  418. Helen F. says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:45 AM

    I like to bring the salad to Summertime gatherings,which include something for everyone! I use a large sectioned off serving dish to make up a ‘salad bar’… chopping and dicing so many different veggies, fruits, nuts, cheeses and croutons. Also, use a Mediterranean Spring Mix of lettuce and 2-3 dressing choices.
    Thanks for a fun June release ๐Ÿ™‚

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  419. Elizabeth Campau says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:47 AM

    Love this release! I bring Texas Sheet Cake. I love that it is easy to make and transport.

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  420. Kathy S. says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:48 AM

    I bring a tuna pasta salad…everyone likes it, but the kids LOVE it. It’s a great way to get them to each tuna/protein! P.S. LOVE this release — my wish list could really be filled with a gift certificate – heehee!

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  421. Ri*co says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:48 AM

    I always love to bring handmade dessert, fruit punch in summer, or baked cheese cake everyone love!

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  422. Ashlee Townsend says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:51 AM

    My favorite dish is a fruit salad. There is nothing better than fresh, ripe fruit all mixed together. Delicious and refreshing on those hot summer days.

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  423. Judy Stiles says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:51 AM

    It’s all about fresh fruit! Love to bring a fruit salad!

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  424. Chris Blanshard says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:57 AM

    I always take bacon, avocado and feta salad – easy to make and takes just great!

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  425. Donna M. says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:58 AM

    Chocolate Ribbon Pie- with sugar-free items. I’m insulin-dependent, so I bring something I can actually eat! It’s made with SF choc pudding, & lite cool whip. Yummy!

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  426. Wendy Gould says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:58 AM

    It’s not my favorite, but I generally pick up something from Costco. I always say that when I am retired I will have more time to cook. Realistically, I will still shop at Costco even then because I would rather spend my extra free time crafting! Great release this month!

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  427. Linda Gorman says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:00 PM

    This sounds silly but I love to bring homemade Rice Krispie treats. Everyone likes them and they are easy to eat!!!

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  428. Cathy Yamashita says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:01 PM

    My new favorite thing, which I just took to a party Friday night, is “Barb’s Buffalo Chicken Dip”. Everyone loves it. Serve warm with “dipping” corn chips. (I have discovered that I also enjoy the leftovers right out of the fridge. But it microwaves very well, too.)

    Barb’s Buffalo Chicken Dip

    1 8 oz pkg cream cheese
    2 12.5 oz canned chicken
    1/2 cup Ranch dressing
    1/2 cup shredded cheese (Mexican 4 blend is good)
    1/4 cup hot sauce (Franks,Tabasco, etc.) You can use more or less, to taste.

    You can microwave this, stirring often. But I heat it on the stove in a heavy pan. I heat everything but the chicken so that you can get everything blended. Then add the chicken & make sure it’s broken up really well.

    Enjoy!

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  429. voegelchen says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:01 PM

    I like it to bring watermelon. I cut some of it with cookie cutters (for the kids) food always tastes much better when it looks cute ๐Ÿ™‚

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  430. Kris in Alaska says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:02 PM

    The one thing I bring is deviled eggs because everyone eats them… including kids!

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  431. Connie says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:02 PM

    It kind of depends on the mood or the event, but I normally bring either potato or macaroni salad. Another summer favorite that I occasionally bring is mandarin orange cake.

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  432. Kris Osterbur says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:04 PM

    Napa Cabbage Salad…..best ever….most often requested recipe….all year through!

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  433. Heather J. says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:06 PM

    I love to bring chocolate chip cookies…nothing exciting, but people eat them up!

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  434. Emma S. says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:07 PM

    I am the QUEEN of Mac and cheese and have several great recipes!

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  435. lisa808 says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:09 PM

    Either fruit salad (so refreshing) or a blueberry cobbler (so yummy).

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  436. Marchelle says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    I usually bring my mom’s Mini Cheesecakes with an Oreo cookie bottom crust. They don’t last long!

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  437. Janette says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    I like to bring Rice Krispie treats along with a watermelon bowl filled with fresh fruit, blueberries,strawberries, CANTALOPE honeydew, and grapes,as well as the cut up watermelon.

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  438. Annamaria Miller says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    Homemade fresh salsa, guacamole and delicious fresh Sweet Summer Lemonade.

    Sweet Summer Lemonade
    12-14 lemons
    2 cups sugar
    water (roughly 9-11 cups)

    1. In a pot, dissolve sugar in 3 cups of water over medium/low heat. Once dissolved remove from heat and cool.

    2. Juice about 12-13 lemons, reserving one to slice and drop into lemonade pitcher. Store in refrigerator until ready to make the lemonade.
    (steps 1 & 2 can be done up to a day ahead of time)

    3. Pour lemon juice and 3/4 of the sugar/water mixture into a large pitcher. Add 4 cups of water, taste test to see how tart or sweet the lemonade is. Adjust accordingly. Add more water if it’s too strong, and if it’s too tart, add more sugar/water. If you are pouring over ice, be sure not to over dilute the lemonade. The melting ice will dilute it a bit.

    So refreshing and tasty. Enjoy!!!!

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  439. Eva Dobilas says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:12 PM

    Beautiful release!!! I found an awesome avocado chicken salad recipe on Pinterest last year and have been making that and everyone loves it!!

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  440. Anne G says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:13 PM

    I like to bring an apple cole slaw or a strawberry cream cheese pie ( with fresh picked strawberries).

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  441. Ingrid S. says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:13 PM

    I like to take California Corn salad. It is very refreshing with corn, avocados, almond slivers, red diced bell peppers, etc.

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  442. Laura Jane says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:15 PM

    I Like to bring a COCONUT FRUIT SALAD to summer gatherings.

    Chopped Apples
    Chopped Celery
    Pineapple tidbits
    Chopped Walnuts
    Coconut Cream.

    Mix altogether and serve in your favorite Pyrex Bowl.

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  443. Mendi Yoshikawa says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:17 PM

    Love release day (great sketches and color combos)! My favorite BBQ Dish is Baked Beans which I’m actually making right now. It always gets rave reviews. The recipe can be found here: http://www.food.com/recipe/beans-and-burger-baked-beans-76409

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  444. jan farnowrth says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:19 PM

    i like to bring homemade Marconi salad yummy

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  445. Lisa R says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:19 PM

    I don’t have one favorite, but a popular one I often take is Tomato Avocado Salad. You can find the recipe here at Taste of Home: http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/fresh-mozzarella—tomato-salad.

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  446. Tonya Jastad says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:19 PM

    Fruit salad is my favorite summer dish to bring and so easy to make!

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  447. jany b says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:19 PM

    Julia Child’s gazpacho salad. Her recipe, that is.

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  448. Meghan says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:21 PM

    We smoke salmon in the summer, so we always like to bring some to a potluck! Another fabulous release!

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  449. Laura K says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:21 PM

    I love to bring a marinated cold pasta salad. They are so tasty, easy, inexpensive, and COLD! Thank you for the chance to win!

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  450. Marcia Hill says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:25 PM

    I love to bake, so in my family, I’m known as the dessert lady and it doesn’t matter what holiday or season it is…I bring desserts! In the summer I like to bring “lighter” ones or even fruit pies…they always go over well! :0) Another great release…lovin it all!

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  451. Carrie T says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:25 PM

    My go to recipe for the summer is a pasta salad. You just cook up any type of pasta as you normally would. Chop up any variety of veggies that you like (I do cukes, tomatoes, & green pepper.) and some green onion (I’ve used red onion, too.) Toss everything in Italian dressing and sprinkle in some Salad Elegant from Penzey’s Spices or Pasta Perfect from McCormick’s. Yum!

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  452. Diane says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:26 PM

    I like to bring a cornbread salad – cornbread with beans, tomatoes, corn, green onions, bacon, cheese, and a mayo/ranch/sour cream dressing.

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  453. Steph says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    I’m a dessert kinda girl so I bring cupcakes or fruit pizza!

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  454. Kathy Krug says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:28 PM

    My favorite dish to bring is deviled eggs. They always disappear before anything else. I use the standard ingredients(mayo, mustard, pickle relish,lemon juice, salt and pepper),but I also add a little cayenne pepper and a bit of olive juice for some added zip. I sprinkle with paprika for color and more flavor and top with a sprig of fresh dill and an olive half.

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  455. Carolyn Picken says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:29 PM

    Orzo salad, with tomatoes. Mozzarella, basil, red onion, gsrlic and balsamic vinegarette. It is always a big hit.

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  456. Rhonda H says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:30 PM

    I always bring Dilled Peas & Potatoes Vinaigrette. It’s a fabulous potato salad that gets requested time and again.

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  457. carol aka krillsister says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    Angel food cake served with strawberries or a raspberry sauce with vanilla ice cream.

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  458. Jenelle T says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    I love to bring fresh fruit or macaroni salad.

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  459. Nonni says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:32 PM

    Thank you for the chance to win! My favorite summer party dish is a desert: a pie with rhubarb and coconut! You serve it with vanilla sauce or ice cream -ice cream is usually my choice. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  460. Megan Carroll says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:33 PM

    Hmm so many favourites!! I love taco dip or taco salad!

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  461. Elle says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:34 PM

    I’m not allowed to show up to a summer family get together without my signature tomato pie! It is delish!!!!

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  462. Andrea r. says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:35 PM

    I love to bring a pasta salad. It’s a yummy, cool dish that doesn’t require turning on the oven!!

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  463. Sara S says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:35 PM

    Any pitch-in they always ask for my baked beans so that’s what I bring, every time.

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  464. Tonya Dirk says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:38 PM

    Caramel brownies!!! They are always a huge hit and SO decadent!!!! YUMMY! Of course after this release it may have to be graham crackers because there won’t be any money left in the bank to purchase brownie ingredients! ๐Ÿ™‚ It’s okay, a little sacrifice for my PTI addiction is all good!

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  465. betty lou says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:38 PM

    I always take a big salad with some fruit! Enjoyed the great release!

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  466. Kris P says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:39 PM

    The best chocolate cake ever. http://m.kraftrecipes.com/recipedetail.do?recipeid=91361&cn=US

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  467. Pat Q says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:39 PM

    When we go to our family reunion every year, I like to bring a taco salad. Since it will be out of the refrigerator for a few hours, I like that it uses Catalina salad dressing instead of a mayonaise-based dressing. It’s also delicious!

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  468. Patricia F. says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:39 PM

    All of our family & friends really enjoy a light sugar free & very refreshing punch I bring to all summer gatherings. It is so easy & quick to make too! In a large container mix the following ingredients: 2 pkgs of generic crystal light raspberry ice (Wal Mart brand is what I use ), I large can of unsweetened pineapple juice, 1 2 liter bottle of Diet Sprite, 6 oz of orange juice, 3/4 C of Splenda or generic equivalent, & 2 qts of water. Stir well. That’s it! I keep the empty 2 liter bottles to store the punch. Easy to transport that way.

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  469. Gail says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:40 PM

    I love to bring fresh fruit salad. I love when all the great fruits are in season.

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  470. Connie G says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:41 PM

    I like to bring a fruit salad in a watermelon. Screams summer and so healthy!

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  471. Cele Schaffer says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:42 PM

    I love to bring a special macaroni and cheese casserole from my families recipes. Summer also calls for anything lemony such as Lemon sticky bars!

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  472. Steffi says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:44 PM

    My favorite dish is cheesecake with strawberry jam marble on top. Everybody loves it.

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  473. Bette manning says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:45 PM

    I like to bring a cold spaghetti salad…always a hit in the summer.

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  474. miriam says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:45 PM

    ill ask the host/ess & bring whatever is needed- fruit, smoothie, anything with chocolate :). but truth is, i usually enjoy helping set up & esp laying out the platters

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  475. Janet Mack says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:46 PM

    Everybody asks for my potato salad and I usually bring a dessert too. Chocolate of course.

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  476. cindy c says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:48 PM

    I love bringing lots of fruits, especially watermelon. Nothing says summer like a juicy watermelon!

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  477. Carol Draeger says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:51 PM

    I love to bring potatoe salade and deserts.

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  478. Diana F says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:54 PM

    I like to bring potato salad. It is always a hit. I use my Grandma’s recipe and then add a few touches of my own.

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  479. Vicki A. says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:54 PM

    I usually make my mom’s recipe for potato salad. There are no measurements on the ingredients, it is made based on taste.
    Great release of new products. Thank you!

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  480. Lorraine says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:54 PM

    Cold fruit salad – delish in the hot hot weather!

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  481. Carol D says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:55 PM

    I like to bring my “Hawaiian” Baked Beans – they have pineapple tidbits baked in them – yum.

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  482. Jeanne H says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:55 PM

    Love the “happy die”! I don’t cook anymore, so I bring the plastic coated paper plates, flatware and cups for the drinks.

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  483. PJ Olander says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:56 PM

    I love to bring fruit pie. Just use a frozen pie crust (made my own crusts for years, but frozen is easy and tastes great). Key: cook the filled pie on a rack at the bottom of the oven for the first 10 minutes, then finish cooking in the middle of the oven….no more soggy bottom crust!

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  484. Linda E says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:56 PM

    I am known fort homemade Mac ‘n Cheese. I use the recipe on the Muellers elbows box but substitute Velveeta for cheddar to get a creamier consistency!

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  485. Cathy Max says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:58 PM

    Another great release!
    I usually bring lunch lady brownies…big hit ๐Ÿ™‚

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  486. Ranjini Malhotra says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:58 PM

    I love to bring Old World Raspberry Bars. Here’s the recipe: http://www.landolakes.com/recipe/1876/old-world-raspberry-bars

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  487. Vivian C. says

    June 15, 2014 at 12:59 PM

    Fruit salad. There’s nothing like the taste of wonderful ripe summer fruits.

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  488. Rebecca says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:00 PM

    Strawberry Spinach Salad with pecans, blue cheese, bacon bits, peas, cranberries, and vinaigrette – served in mason jars!

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  489. Colleen says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:00 PM

    Spicy baked beans are always a favorite. Add diced jalapeรฑos, ketchup, a little mustard, and chopped sweet onion to canned baked beans and lay bacon strips on top. Bake at 325 for an hour.

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  490. irene says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:01 PM

    I love all kinds of Spanisch Tapas, it is always fun to have all kinds of different little mini dishes to choose from. Bye Irene S

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  491. Lynne G says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:01 PM

    Fresh fruit salad always goes over well. I usually start with watermelon and cantaloupe, then add lots of blueberries, strawberries and anything else that looks yummy! Both kids and adults love it!

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  492. Carolanne says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:02 PM

    I love to bring a romaine spinach salad filled with strawberries and blueberries and topped with a white shredded cheddar cheese. I combine it with a balsamic or sweet vinaigrette dressing. Easy and refreshing!

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  493. Heidi Gonzales says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:07 PM

    Fabulous release-can’t wait for tonight! I am always asked to bring my potato salad (making for today’s BBQ). It is my grandmothers recipe and it’s one of those that you add a little of this and that and a secret ingredient to give it a little sweet kick!

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  494. Leslie S. says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:07 PM

    I always bring my chocolate chip cake! It’s always a hit!

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  495. Kimberly O. says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    I love to bring fresh cut fruit. I think EVERYONE loves that!!

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  496. Sandi R says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    I love to bring my jello cake it’s very light and doesn’t way you down. It’s really a crowd pleaser. Love all the new things

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  497. Nikkia says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    Awesome Release!!!

    My favorite dish to bring to a cookout is baked beans. my recipe is simple
    Bush’s original baked beans, 3-4 tablespoons of yellow mustard, 1/2 cup of dark brown sugar, 3 teaspoons white sugar 1/4 cup of bacon and 1/2 cup crushed pineapple with juices mix together salt and pepper to taste and heat not the stove for about 10 minutes or until all ingredients have married. Move beans to a casserole dish and bake on 375 until the beans are cooked through & sauce thickened. Super yummy for the summer.
    I’ll actually making this as we speak for out father’s day cook out lol

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  498. Cindy Keller says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:09 PM

    My favorite summer dish to bring to a gathering is a cold pasta salad. I don’t follow a specific recipe, just start with pasta, then add whatever chopped up raw veggies I have on hand, usually adding some dried cranberries, and sunflower meats or nuts. I like to make a colorful salad! Miracle Whip makes the tasty dressing.

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  499. Teresa B says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:10 PM

    A few of my go to dishes are pasta salad, broccoli salad, or a big fruit tray.

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  500. Linda w says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:11 PM

    Everyone always enjoys my red potato salad. No onions but lots of hard boiled eggs.

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  501. Parker says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:12 PM

    My family calls it Summer Salad: Raw broccoli, red onion, and cauliflower with seasoned mayonnaise “sauce” and bits of bacon stirred in. MMMmmmmm.

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  502. Michelle S. (abzzymom) says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:13 PM

    My new favorite summer dish is grilled vegetables. I found the recipe on Food Network. It’s by Giada De Laurentis. I made it yesterday and it was a big hit. I also like to bring a watermelon. A summer party just isn’t one without some watermelon.

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  503. Priscilla from CA says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:13 PM

    My go-to dish is Tomatoes Vinaigrette. Very simple to make but packs a flavorful punch…I always get asked for the recipe.

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  504. Jacquie says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:16 PM

    I love mixing just picked greens (arugula, spinach, lettuce) with berries & nuts to make a fresh summer salad – always a hit!

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  505. Jill says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:17 PM

    I bring this creamy black bean and corn salsa to gatherings and always get asked for the recipe. I substitute cilantro for parsley.
    http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/creamy-black-bean-salsa

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  506. Roula says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:18 PM

    Guacamole dip is definitely my favorite!!! Everybody loves it and it is never enough!!!!

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  507. Laura says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:19 PM

    I like to bring fresh fruit salad or some kind of dessert!

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  508. Sofia says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:21 PM

    Potato salad with cappers and mayo is a must at every gathering!!!!

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  509. Karen B says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:22 PM

    Banana pudding.

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  510. Clare says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:24 PM

    A super yummy trail mix, with m&m’s and cheerios!

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  511. April Z. says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:25 PM

    I usually bring a fruit pizza or homemade salsa with tortilla chips.

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  512. Robin Funge says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:25 PM

    For desert, pavlova is always a hit here in Ireland! A handy one too, if you always have eggs and sugar in the house! Then you just need to whip some cream and put fruit of your choice on top!!
    Robin

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  513. marcy says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:26 PM

    I bring chips. They go so well with everything.

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  514. Mary K says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:27 PM

    My friends and family all love my grandma’s recipe for a Mexican Build-Up dip served with Fritos! Iuse layers of Frito Lay bean dip, sour cream ( mixed with taco seasoning), chopped tomatoes ( drained on paper towels), shredded cheddar, chopped black olives, and Ortega chopped green chiles. Very ’70s old-school!

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  515. Alison says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:28 PM

    Love potato salad, my mom’s, not mine….always a favorite!

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  516. Mollycat says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:28 PM

    Watermelon wedges. I cut them about 1″ thick triangular wedges, then cut out rind leaving a small section in the middle. The wedges look like Christmas trees!

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  517. Harriet Skelly says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:31 PM

    I love to bring a fresh fruit salad with yogurt on the side.

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  518. Birgit says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    I like to bring a big, fresh fruit salad to summer gatherings. Love the fruits of summer!
    Thanks for a great release!

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  519. Nadia Kendall says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:35 PM

    I’d love to make my own macaronin salad to share at gatherings, but I don’t cook so well, so I bring store bought ones instead.

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  520. Meredith K. says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:36 PM

    Kinda embarrassed to admit it, but I usually just make a batch of pasta salad, it’s cheap (more money for stamps) & easy and everyone likes it, can’t beat that! Super excited for this release!!

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  521. jennifer richards says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:36 PM

    I love to bring fresh fruit kabobs…I think everyone enjoys them and they are pretty healthy for you, so that makes it a plus in my book…Thanks for all of the wonderful inspiration this month!!!

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  522. Sandy C. says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:37 PM

    I bring Deviled Eggs. I have a recipe that folks seem to really love. If I don’t bring them, I get asked why I didn’t bring them!

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  523. Kathy V says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:38 PM

    I always take potato salad. We have a “special recipe” we use. We make MANY, MANY pounds of this potato salad as a fund raised for our school. It takes a lot of women to help out to make this work. It’s super good stuff.

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  524. Donna says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:41 PM

    I love seeing others’ recipes and ideas. I love to bring a zucchini pie made with bisquick. It’s almost like a piece of savory moist zucchini bread.

    http://www.cooks.com/recipe/bc6wp41t/bisquick-zucchini-pie.html

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  525. Chris L. says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:42 PM

    My favorite thing to bring is fruit–especially yummy strawberries with a container of vanilla ice cream!

    Such a fun release for June!

    Chris L.

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  526. Amy R says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:44 PM

    I like to bring Sangria. I mix a bottle of red wine, a sweet Riesling, and some white grape juice. Sometimes I add pear vodka. I cut up a bunch of apples and oranges, throw them in and let them meld. It is very yummy.

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  527. Tina RJ says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:44 PM

    We love to take frozen fruit salad to any gathering, but it’s especially refreshing in the summer. 8oz of cream cheese mixed with 3/4 c sugar and frozen strawberries. Fold in 8oz cool whip, 2-3 bananas, and a can of pineapple. You can add any fruit you want or nuts. Freeze for at least 3 hours and then thaw for a couple mins before serving. It’s almost a dessert, but since it’s “fruit salad,” we always call it a side. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  528. Sandy Kay says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:45 PM

    I like to bring Texas Panhandle Salad – the kind you use the ramen noodles, cabbage, oil, sunflower seeds, etc.

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  529. Linda S. says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:46 PM

    I usually bring a macaroni salad or some type of dessert, because I have such a sweet tooth.

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  530. Dasa B says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:47 PM

    home made ice cream!!! I love it ๐Ÿ™‚

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  531. Tami B says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:49 PM

    I have a “loaded” pasta salad (ham, cheese, fresh veggies) that is fantastic and will feed a small army.

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  532. Luanne Ford says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:50 PM

    Couple favorites, but the dish that is always gone when I come home is cheesy potatoes. I make ithem with frozen hash browns, so super easy and can be made ahead of time!

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  533. sarah T. says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:51 PM

    Watermelon, feta and mint salad is a sure fire winner for a summer get-together

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  534. Angela Person says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:53 PM

    My favorite food to bring to summer picnics is homemade mini apple tarts. I use homegrown apples but cheat and use Trader Joe’s pastry crust. It’s very close to homemade pie crust but way easier!

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  535. Karen says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:57 PM

    Love the Monthly Moments in particular this month, but of course, the list for tonight is much longer than that! My favorite dish to take is an orzo, spinach, and feta salad.

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  536. Andrea McCulley says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:58 PM

    I love fresh melon fruit salad with watermelon, cantaloupe, strawberries, peaches, and cherries!

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  537. Susan says

    June 15, 2014 at 1:59 PM

    My go to dish is strawberry cups. Simply make tart cups out of a rice krispie treat recipe. Mix strawberry jello only substitute the cold water with the juice from a container of thawed froze strawberries. Let the jello set up partially in the bowl till it is loosely set and then mix in the strawberries from the container and spoon into the cups. Let set fully and top with whipped cream. They won’t last long!

    Great reveal month!

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  538. Debi says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:00 PM

    Tapioca with fruits and haupia (coconut jello) is such a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day!

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  539. Bonnie W. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:02 PM

    My favorite recipe to bring would be cold tortellini salad.

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  540. Liliana Phillips says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    I love to bring some fresh fruit or fresh veggies, perfect for any warm day. What a fabulous release! Great job!

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  541. Sarah O. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    I love to bring watermelon cut into pieces mixed with other colorful fruits in a nice big bowl. It’s always finished too quickly ๐Ÿ™‚

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  542. Tabitha A. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    I enjoy bringing a refreshing cool beverage. My favorite is homemade strawberry lemonade!

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  543. Luana says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:04 PM

    My favorite dish to bring is either a pasta or fruit salad…always refreshing!

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  544. Marilyn in Michigan says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:07 PM

    Deviled eggs! Everyone loves them.

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  545. Richard says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:08 PM

    I like to bring my favorite potato salad. That way, I know I’ll eat what I know I’ll like!

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  546. Arleen Voigt says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:08 PM

    A fruit basket. I make the basket out of a watermelon, and fill it with fresh summer fruits and the watermelon that I scrape out to make the basket.
    My son asks for this every year for part of his birthday dinner.

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  547. Cassandra says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:08 PM

    I think the biggest hit has been my Lemon Yoghurt cake, made with homemade lemon curd.

    Great release, the ladies have done a spectacular job!

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  548. Anne B says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:09 PM

    For me summer means BBQs and my favourite dessert to bring is Pavlova.

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  549. GinaE. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:10 PM

    So many things are calling my name in this release! I love to bring Fresh Pesto Pasta Salad. It is cool and refreshing and delicious! I got it from Southern Living about 15 years ago. http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/fresh-pesto-pasta-salad-10000000258269/

    It has small pasta shells, fresh basic, pine nuts and shredded fresh Parmesan with a Dijon vinaigrette. We love this salad!!

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  550. Gina Ramirez says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:10 PM

    Ice Cream Sandwhich Cake! Perfect for a summer party.

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  551. Greta H says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:11 PM

    I always have my fingers crossed, but this release is one of my favorites! So many products I’d love to have! My favorite thing to bring to a gathering is cottage cheese/pistachio salad. It’s quick & easy & hubby loves it. Cottage cheese, dry pistachio pudding mix, pinapple tidbits, cool whip–that’s it!

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  552. Alexandra says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:11 PM

    I love taking my mums famous guacamole.. It’s a family secret recipe!

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  553. Malyssa M. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:12 PM

    Whenever I think of summer picnics I think of either strawberry shortcake or a bucket of KFC chicken! Those were always the must haves of a summer picnic. Oh and Mom’s potato salad!

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  554. Linda Lander says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:12 PM

    Hands down…Oriental Salad…made with Ramen noodles, shredded cabbage and almost anything else you want. It is always my most requested recipe…

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  555. Maye M.L. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    Summer fun to be shared with loved ones. Love to share tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and olive oil salad, especially if the tomatoes and basil are grown in our own garden. Looking forward to enjoying this release with a nice cup of iced tea. Cheers!

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  556. Beatrice W. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    I link to bring gambas on bbq, served with salad

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  557. Cindy Coutts says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:15 PM

    I can’t stand potato salad because of all of the celery that’s put in sometimes and it’s so heavy to eat on a hot summer day. I played around in the kitchen one day and came up with this bacon potato salad with a bit of olive oil and red vinegar.

    I don’t like macaroni salad either because of all of the celery – I don’t like celery I suppose – and it sounds gross but it’s really good. Boil your macaroni, drain it when ready, add some mayo and some ketchup then throw in some shrimp.

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  558. marion says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:16 PM

    When/if we get a summer in the UK then everyone has a barbecue. So I usually take something for cooking like sausages or burgers. And a bottle of wine of course.

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  559. Cheryl F. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:17 PM

    Five Layer Dip with tortilla chips~

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  560. Holly Allison says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:18 PM

    Fruit Dip
    Strawberry cream cheese and 1 jar of marshmallow creme. Mix together and serve with cantaloupe and strawberries. Always a hit and so easy.

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  561. Denise Bryant says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:19 PM

    I love to bring a Spinach and Strawberry Salad! The recipe was one I found years ago in a Sunset magazine.

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  562. Linda Carson says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:19 PM

    Fruit salad or home grown tomatoes!!

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  563. Cathy r says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:21 PM

    I always like to bring deviled eggs, made with miracle whip instead of mustard. This is our family favorite.

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  564. Kristina says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:21 PM

    We usually bring something called Frogeye Salad. People request that we bring whenever we are invited over. ๐Ÿ™‚ Sounds gross, but it is a favorite.

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  565. Becs Attwood says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:21 PM

    I love to bring dessert to summer gatherings – my go-to choice is Raspberry Trifle. I make a pretty great baby potato salad too, if I do say so myself!
    Thanks for all the inspiration, it’s been a great release countdown.

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  566. Sandra says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:23 PM

    I love to take a watermelon mojito fruit salad…..yum!

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  567. Janet Swofford says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:25 PM

    Wonderful release! I don’t know how you do it month after month! I like to bring a big fruit salad full of melons and berries! So refreshing!

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  568. Maria C F says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:27 PM

    A classic potato salad is my go to picnic food.

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  569. Holly Saveur says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:31 PM

    Love to bring a salad and home bakes pies

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  570. Claudia Becht says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:34 PM

    I like to bring bruschetta. Thast’s a roasted italien bread with garlic, fresh tomatoes and basil. Love it!!!

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  571. Lynne in NI says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:35 PM

    I usually bring something nice for afters, like a pavlova with strawberries and kiwi and lots of fresh cream. yummmmm

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  572. andrea smith. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:36 PM

    I love to take a simple fruit salad : watermelon, honeydew, blueberries, pineapple & strawberries. It always tastes so good on a hot day ๐Ÿ™‚

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  573. Pamela Burke says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:39 PM

    Lemon Frozen Pie–light and cool! Perfect for summer.

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  574. Tracy L. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:41 PM

    I like to bring fruit salad as a summer dish!

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  575. Miriam Prantner says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:43 PM

    My favorite thing to bring is a fruit salad. Summer fruits are my favorite, and it’s quick and easy and refreshing.

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  576. Beverly Soo Hoo says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:47 PM

    My go to item to bring to family gatherings is custard pie. My family loves custard!

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  577. Karen B says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    I often take a pasta salad that uses oil and vinegar in the dressing so that I don’t worry about spoilage. I also have a great lemon cupcake recipe that I found on Pinterest that is refreshing on a hot summer day.

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  578. Pai says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:51 PM

    i love simple summer salads: chickpeas or beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, EVOO, salt and pepper. yum!

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  579. LindS. says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:53 PM

    i love to bring a big romaine lettuce tossed salad and mainly so that i know that there will be a salad i can eat at a potluck
    i love to eat the desserts offered, but i want my salad too ๐Ÿ™‚

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  580. Victoria in OHio says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:54 PM

    i make really good from scratch brownies! hershey’s best brownies off the hershey cocoa tin

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  581. christinem says

    June 15, 2014 at 2:58 PM

    A great release! I love to bring taco salad to our summer gatherings.

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  582. sharri reeves says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:00 PM

    My mom’s recipe for potato salad. Lots of hardboiled eggs and sweet pickles. And, the secret ingredient: heavy cream in the dressing.

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  583. Jan says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:02 PM

    My favorite thing is either my Moms potato salad or her beans. Always reminds me of summer

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  584. Saby says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:02 PM

    i always bring french salad. everybody loves it ๐Ÿ™‚

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  585. Bobby says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:08 PM

    We don’t do a lot of summer get togethers but I do like a good caramel apple salad. I also like this new release.

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  586. jan metcalf says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:10 PM

    Olive Garden Salad! Goes with everything!

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  587. Catherine Milne says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:11 PM

    I like to make a tomato tart with thinly sliced heirloom tomatoes and onions, mozzarella cheese, and phyllo dough. There’s a little bit of summer in every bite!

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  588. Kathie B says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:12 PM

    For a special summer occasion, I like to make individual Schaum Torte Shells (There’s a recipe at Cooks.com) and serve them with fresh seasons fruit (e.g., sliced peaches, strawberries, or mixed berries) and whipped cream. Not a diet food but tres elegant and delish!

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  589. Lori Weinberg says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:16 PM

    I’m a salad girl, so I typically like bringing one (or two!). I have a current obsession with fresh fennel slivered and tosses with orange zest, parmesan and toasted pecans then piled on top of greens. Summer fruit usually makes it’s way into my dishes too.

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  590. Shelley J says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:16 PM

    In the summer its a watermelon or fruit salad and in the fall and winter time I like to try new desserts.

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  591. Rachael Burdick says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:17 PM

    I love to bring spinach salad. I’m in love with this release, which isn’t great for my wallet, but is so great for my creativity! ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  592. BA Vella says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:18 PM

    I love to bring a Mandarin Saladโ€ฆromaine lettuce or red leaf lettuce, red onion rings, mandarin oranges and candied almonds. All tossed together in a homemade dressing. Light and the citrus just adds a freshness.

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  593. Penny Thomas says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:18 PM

    For summer barbecues, this dish is always a hit! Even if you don’t like broccoli, you will like this dish!

    Broccoli Salad

    1/2 cup raisins
    2 pounds broccoli, cut into flowerets
    1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
    3 green onions, thinly sliced
    2/3 cup mayonnaise
    2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
    1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
    8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

    Soak raisins in hot water for five minutes; drain. Combine raisins, broccoli, grapes, and sliced green onions in a large bowl. Combine mayonnaise and vinegar, stir into broccoli mixture. Cover and chill. Stir in almonds and bacon just before serving. 6 to 8 servings

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  594. KariLynn L says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:18 PM

    I like to bring chocolate eclair dessert.

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  595. Michelle says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:21 PM

    I don’t. usually make a dish. I do love to bring fruits though like a fruit platter or watermelon cut up

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  596. Karolina says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:22 PM

    I like to bring italian tomato salad. You cut tomatos in small pieces, then red onion also in small pieces, you add fresh basil, oregano, olive oil, and salt. Then mix everything together. It’s great and fresh! I love it.

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  597. Giovana says

    June 15, 2014 at 3:22 PM

    This kale salad is refreshing and delicious! Since my daughter is allergic to lettuce, kale is a great substitute.
    http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/kale-salad-warm-cranberry-vinaigrette-recipe/

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